In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Andy Nolan (@andy_everest2026)shares his incredible journey of climbing the Six of the Seven Summits, including his experiences with fear, training, and the challenges faced during his climbs. From starting as a sedentary individual to summiting some of the world's highest peaks, Andy discusses the mental and physical preparation required for such feats. He also highlights the importance of teamwork, the risks of mountaineering, and his commitment to raising money for charity through his climbs. As he prepares for his final summit, Everest, Andy reflects on the lessons learned and the adventures that lie ahead.

09:00 Meet Andy Nolan
11:56 From Sedentary to Summit: The Climb to Kilimanjaro
14:57 The Thrill of the Summit: Euphoria and Relief
17:47 Training for the Seven Summits: A New Challenge
20:26 Planning the Ascent: Timing and Logistics
23:26 Facing Nature: The Reality of High Altitude
26:12 The Art of Climbing: Experiences and Insights
30:08 The Challenges of High Altitude Climbing
33:04 Denali: The Toughest Climb
36:06 Team Dynamics and Mental Resilience
38:07 Accidents and Setbacks
41:00 Recovery and Reflection
47:43 Momentum and Future Goals
49:57 Experiencing Antarctica
55:45 Preparing for Everest
61:28 Charity and Community Engagement
65:57 Training and Mindset for Everest

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In this episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Irish international runner Matthew Collins (@mattamoo on Instagram). We discuss Matt's journey from team sports to becoming a competitive runner, his marathon experiences, and his Guinness World Record for running in a postbox costume in London. Matt shares insights on training, coaching, and the importance of community in running. He also reflects on his recent achievements, including guiding Ger Copeland during the Dublin Marathon, and his aspirations in ultra running.

13:45 Introduction to Matt Collins
15:36 Matt's Running Journey Begins
20:00 Transitioning to Competitive Running
24:30 The Evolution of Running Knowledge
28:38 First Marathon Experience
30:58 Coaching with Gary O'Hanlon
34:11 Why not a Postmas
40:01 Becoming a Guinness World Record Holder
42:20 Pushing the Limits: Marathon Progression
46:04 The Emotional Highs of Home Marathons
49:04 The Journey to Valencia: Setting A Marathon PB
53:12 Transitioning to Speed: The 5K Challenge
56:45 The Anglo Celtic Plate & Team Dynamics in Ultra Running
66:05 Running Dublin with Ger Copeland

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In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we interview Pat Cassidy, co-author of 'The Story of the Donore Harriers', who shares his extensive experience in running and the evolution of the Donore Harriers club. The conversation covers Pat's personal journey into running, the transition of running clubs from elite to community-focused, the importance of facilities in athletics, the recent boom in marathon participation, and the significance of the handicap system in club races. Pat also discusses the future of the Donore Harriers and their launch night for the book on Thursday, December 4th

00:00 Pat Cassidy & Donore Harriers
06:32 Evolution of Running Clubs
12:21 Community Engagement in Athletics
16:33 The Importance of Facilities
19:32 The Boom in Running Participation
22:45 The Changing Landscape of Running Training
25:51 The Historical Roots of Athletics
29:16 The Handicap System in Racing
33:57 The Community Spirit in Athletics
38:51 The All-Ireland Senior Cross Country Championship
41:08 Future Aspirations for the Club

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