This week on the Any Given Runday podcast we are joined by Fergal Guihen (@Rossie_to_Aussie on Instagram), who is 11 months into a 23,000-kilometre cycling journey from Roscommon to the Sydney Opera House, Australia, raising over €50,000 so far for Northwest Stop Suicide Prevention and Mayo Roscommon Hospice. From overcoming a torn ACL 6 months before taking off to pedalling through the Alps, sandstorms, desert heat and the Tibetan Plateau with temperatures reaching as low as minus 22 degrees! Fergal shares captivating stories of endurance, cultural encounters, bike mishaps and acts of kindness.


13:34 Meet Fergal Guihen
15:17 From GAA to Endurance Sports
18:46 The Turning Point: Injury and Determination
23:50 Setting Off: The First Steps of the Journey
27:42 Survival and Equipment Essentials
31:41 Cultural Experiences and Unexpected Kindness
42:17 Navigating Borders and Facing Fears
44:32 A Harrowing Encounter in Iran
48:01 Experiences in Afghanistan
39:21 Family Concerns and Support
50:58 Mental and Physical Challenges
56:59 Coping with Loss and Continuing the Journey
58:45 The Toughest Leg: China
64:16 Planning the Route to Australia

You can follow Fergal's journey on his incredible Instagram page:
https://www.instagram.com/rossie_to_aussie/

As well as donate towards his charities:
https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/Rossie-to-Aussie

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In this Any Given Runday Podcast episode, we welcome Suzanne Kenny (@suzanneyoga4all on Instagram), an ultra mountain runner and aerial yoga teacher. Suzanne has represented Ireland twice in European trail competitions, won the Donadea 50K in 2016, and claimed the title thrice at the Art O'Neill Challenge. Join us as Suzanne shares her journey from a varied sports background, including Irish dancing and horse riding, to discovering her talent for mountain running, often winning races. Suzanne also delves into how she incorporates yoga and strength training into her routine, emphasising the benefits of aerial yoga for recovery and overall fitness. Tune in for a fascinating insight into her mountain exploits, yoga retreats in the Wicklow Mountains, and her unique approach to fitness and wellness.

11:30 Introduction to Suzanne Kenny

12:39 Suzanne's Early Sports Journey

13:16 Discovering Mountain Running

23:29 The Art O'Neill Experience

27:59 Winning the Donadea 50K

33:59 The Role of Yoga in Training

39:19 Starting Aerial Yoga: First Impressions & Choosing the Right Yoga Class

41:36 Sound Baths and Relaxation

45:04 Incorporating Yoga into Daily Life

48:30 Yoga Retreats in the Mountains

52:35 Tips for Runners: Yoga and Mobility

57:11 The Benefits of Pop-Up Saunas

61:13 Connecting with Suzanne for Yoga

You can follow us on Instagram:
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This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store. Their ULTRAPURE Wintergreen Heat Rub is great for winter training on cold and wet days!

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On a special Thursday episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we are delighted to welcome Anto Lee to talk about his ultra running, the 24 hour Irish Championships in Leixlip in April and the Donadea 50k Irish Championships this Saturday (click HERE for race day info)

From the history of the race, how the rules came about to last minute tips, it's a must listen for not only those doing the event this weekend but for those that are interested in trying it in future years

Good luck to everyone Saturday trying to get in in under 5 hours

You can follow the Donadea 50k on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/donadea50k?igsh=MXQ1Mm90MmR0bDlqcA==

You can follow us on Instagram:
@anygivenrundaypodcast

This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store. Their ULTRAPURE Wintergreen Heat Rub is great for winter training on cold and wet days!

You can also check out their muscle recovery range through their website:

Ultrapurelabs.ie

You can now get 25% off all Perform Nutrition products using the code 'AGR' at checkout

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