Irishman Running Abroad With Sonia O’Sullivan

1. London City Marathon 2024 Sights & Sounds with special guest Vinny Mulvey

Run the 2024 TCS London City Marathon alongside Jarlath Regan, Sonia O'Sullivan, Vinny Mulvey and 50,000 amazing humans raising more than 1 billion pounds for charities and causes. Hear all the sounds of this massive event and let Jarlath take you inside the turmoil that unfolds at 38km. This year he was running for Kidney Care UK. If you can, please support him and the work this amazing charity does each year to help people suffering with kidney disease and related illnesses https://2024tcslond

Apr 24,2024 47:06

2. Cobh 2024 - The Sights & Sounds Episode - Live From Cobh

Sonia's squad of hand-picked listeners head to Cobh after 3 months of training under her guidance. It's a jam packed episode full of the sights and sounds of the race weekend. Massive congratulations to Maria Lennon, Nial McLoughlin, Danny O'Hare, Tom Corcoran, Han & Mary Vanderloo, Joe Maher, Brian Barry, Edel Buckley, Sandra Busteed Ciara Cullen, Ralph Cunnigham, Jimmy Gibney and Ricardo Guglimonotti for making the last three months so amazing. Special congratulations to everyone who took part

Apr 10,2024 48:21

3. Sonia's Cross Training Guide - Irishman Running Abroad

Whether you're injured or PB'ing every race, finding running easy or bored off your head by the thought of it...chances are some form of cross training is going to enhance your experience. Sonia O'Sullivan, the queen of Irish athletics, makes the case for the one part of running that most people avoid. She talks to Jarlath Regan about the massive return you can see from even a little swimming, cycling or gym work. If the thought of that makes you groan, Sonia's wise words might turn your head.It

Mar 27,2024 33:27

4. Shoes Glorious Shoes & The Road To Cobh Week 9

Has the world of athletics started to move away from the super shoe? Does a regular even need a carbon plate under their foot? Jarlath Regan talks to the legend Sonia O'Sullivan from Nike HQ. With the road to Cobh heating up they get voice notes from the squad and Ciara Cullen joins them on the LiveLine for a fun chat about her progress. Finally Jarlath was sent the new ASICS Nimbus 26 to review with thanks to John Buckley Sports in Cork. Hear how he got on by clicking and becoming a member over

Mar 13,2024 29:07

5. How To Handle A Dip In Training Motivation & The Squad Put Their Questions To Sonia.

It's week 7 of the 2024 Road To Cobh so it's totally normal to have a bit of training fatigue. That can manifest in many ways. Loss of running libido is just one of them! Sonia is here to help. Today we get the squad provide the questions and we get to check in on their progress. Sonia recommends a brilliant new book by Frank O'Mara and we announce the winners of the Cobh 10 early bird prize. A luxurious stay at Fota Island's 5 star resort could be yours! Listen now to find out if you have won.

Feb 28,2024 32:08

6. Hill Running Special Episode With Sonia O'Sullivan & Ricki Wynne

You can't go around them, hills are a fact of life for all runners. The great Sonia O'Sullivan is the proof that running up and over them can provide a huge bang for your training buck. Today on the Irishman Running Abroad she sets out the keys to doing it right. We hear from her hand picked squad of listeners heading to Cobh to run her homecoming road race. We get a taste of my extended interview with the Irish hill running king Ricki Wynne and we reflect on the tragic death of Kelvin Kiptum. W

Feb 14,2024 33:07

7. Sonia's Session Masterclass - Week 3 Of The Road To Cobh

Sonia O'Sullivan chat's to comedian Jarlath Regan about the ABCs of athletics training sessions. Where do most people go wrong? Is it ever ok to cut a session short? How do we keep our energy level and get the most out of a session? Sonia has the answers. It's week three of her training plan for the Cobh 10 - her homecoming race in Cork. We hear how the squad are doing and get Sonia's advice on tailoring the plan to your running level and ambitions. Pop over to www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad for

Jan 31,2024 32:24

8. The Road To Cobh Week 1 - Meet The Squad - With Special Guest Vinny Mulvey

Sonia has read every email, letter and postcard. She has deliberated long into the night to find the best collection of talent and stories to form her squad for the road to Cobh 2024. Today we reveal who they are and hear some of their inspirational journeys. Which member of the team are you most like? There's someone for everyone. You can match your training plan to their's and take the journey Cobh too. This is a one of a kind episode with something for everyone in it.Sonia explains the differ

Jan 17,2024 40:48

9. Don’t Call It A Comeback - How To Return To Running In 2024

No matter how long or short the layoff, returning to running is a tough task. Sonia O’Sullivan has returned from every kind of challenge. From childbirth to injury, burnout to loss of confidence - Sonia has seen it all. Knocked down, written off and told it is not possible, she is proof that nobody should take no for an answer when it comes to running. This week she provides all the information you need to get back on the horse. Mentality, nutrition, apparel, strength and strategy; this episode

Jan 03,2024 35:06

10. The Road To Cobh - Your Chance To Be Coached By Sonia

Would you like to be coached by Sonia O’Sullivan? Well that’s the chance we are offering our lucky listeners over the next four months on the road to the Cobh 10 Mile Road Race. Listen to this episode to hear how you can be considered for selection. Entry is now open for Ballymore Cobh AC’s centrepiece race of the year. https://eventmaster.ie/event/R4l7UL5h76 But you can win free entry and the chance to be coached by the GOAT by simply emailing us your story.Today on the show Jarlath talks to So

Dec 20,2023 30:26

11. 2023 Christmas Special (Sonia’s Picks Of The Year) - Irishman Running Abroad

Sonia O’Sullivan looks back on a jam packed year in athletics and makes her selections for the best of 2023. Later in the show we hear first hand accounts of the Valencia Marathon from listeners James Carty and Wynona Grant. Pop over to hear the full size episode and access hundreds of hours of Sonia’s advice and training tips. www.Patreon.Com/irishmanabroad. Don’t forget to contact the show and put your questions to Sonia and Jar.Irishmanabroadpodcast@gmail.ComJarlath is on tour all through 202

Dec 06,2023 32:56

12. Is Technology Ruining Running? Are Smart Watches Creating Anxious Runners?

If a run happens in the woods and there’s no watch there to record it and post it to Strava, did a run ever happen at all? Is the measuring of running ruining running? Sonia O’Sullivan and comedian Jarlath Regan ask whether the focus on data and super advanced technology is sucking the joy out of running? Later in the episode Sonia looks at the limits of data analytics for elite athletes and the one measurement even elite coaches are reluctant to ask their athletes about. One listener hits a big

Nov 22,2023 31:32

13. Your Marathon Tales (Dublin 2023) - Irishman Running Abroad

Your stories of triumph and pain at the 2023 DUBLIN city marathon are the focus of today’s episode. Sonia O’Sullivan and Jarlath Regan hear from the listeners who ran, finished, wound up in hospital and got the bus home. This is a one of a kind instalment of Irishman Running Abroad. For anyone thinking of doing a marathon or contemplating getting back in the ring, this is a must listen. Make sure to come over to www.Patreon.com/irishmanabroad to access the full episode series and XL episodes. Th

Nov 08,2023 32:55

14. Dublin City Marathon Sights & Sounds with David Gillick & Vinny Mulvey.

The crowds, the rain, the determination, the exhaustion, the exhilaration and the heartbreak; it’s all here in this bumper edition of Irishman Running Abroad. Let Jarlath Regan & Sonia O’Sullivan take you around the course. The Irish Life Dublin City Marathon 2023 was a beast. Jarlath recorded it every step of the way. This unique documentary episode tracks his race journey and how things didn’t quite go to plan. There’s beautiful moments with other runners and listeners, the crowds and organise

Nov 01,2023 55:40

15. The Final Countdown To Dublin (With Sonia O’Sullivan & Vinny Mulvey)

Marathon week is a tense time. Even though you’re meant to be relaxing a bit, the sense of “hurry up and wait” can have you thinking some pretty silly thoughts. Sonia O’Sullivan helps to calm the mind with some solid tips and stories from her week and running career. We then sift through the race day tips and hints from our loyal legion of listeners. Finally I go to Vinny Mulvey for a race week rub down. Refreshing my legs and my self belief, Vinny is full of sound advice on keeping things very

Oct 25,2023 36:31

16. Marathon Day Troubleshooting ( In Advance) With Special Guest Vinny Mulvey

Sonia O’Sullivan knows a thing or two about preparing properly for a big race. Whether you’re heading to Dublin or not you’ll love her advice on troubleshooting in advance of your big event. We really get into the weeds this week as the clock ticks down to just over a week to go to the big one. We hear Sonia’s number one life hacks for getting ahead of race day problems, how to avoid the post race dip, how to restore the pep in your step and what the elites at Nike do before big races. In the se

Oct 18,2023 32:09

17. Tapering For A Marathon With Special Guest Vinny Mulvey.

Sonia O’Sullivan advises comedian turned runner, Jarlath Regan on how to taper his training before a marathon. Former Irish international athlete and now physical therapist/coach Vinny Mulvey joins the conversation to reflect on an incredible week in the sport of long distance running.Would you like to join the conversation with hundreds of other like minded runners? Email Jarlath on irishmanabroadpodcast@gmail.com and ask to join the show’s WhatsApp group.Jarlath is on tour right now. Visit www

Oct 11,2023 36:29

18. When Marathon Things Go Wrong! (With Sonia O’Sullivan and Vinny Mulvey)

Jarlath’s marathon training comes a cropper. Can Sonia get his wheels back on the track in time? What happened and how can everyone avoid the same mistake? There’s less than a month to go to the Dublin City Marathon 2023. Is there time for a detour. Sonia’s hair raising US experience says yes. Vinny Mulvey joins that chat over on Patreon for a deeper look at how to avoid a marathon training dip and Sonia looks at the astonishing performance of Aoife Cleary. Is running a second marathon the same

Oct 04,2023 35:36

19. Your Marathon Questions Answered (Plus Special Guest David Gillick)

Sonia O’Sullivan dips into the mailbag to answer your toughest marathon training questions. David Gillick joins the chat to discuss the Dublin Half Marathon and how he changed his training this year (Patreon only). And we reflect on the incredible performances at last weekend’s Berlin marathon. It’s another jam packed episode soaked in knowledge and craic from the best Irish track athletes of all time. Would you like to join the conversation with hundreds of other like minded runners? Email Jarl

Sep 27,2023 25:42

20. Avoiding The Classic Marathon Training Pitfalls

40 days from a marathon is dangerous territory. Let Irish athletics legend Sonia O'Sullivan guide you past the pitfalls. We also get a breakdown of the Diamond League Final in Oregon.Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling out! https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroadFor double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patr

Sep 20,2023 27:27

21. Fuelling Your Best Running With Sonia, Joe Wilkinson & Vinny Mulvey

Putting the right petrol in the tank is not as simple as it sounds. When you're running heaps of extra miles you can be tricked into thinking you can eat anything you want. How can we strike the right balance between filling up and staying on track. Sonia O'Sullivan is here again with her essential guide to a training diet that can work wherever you live and whatever you lifestyle might be. Vinny Mulvey joins the call to talk in race fuelling and comedian Joe Wilkinson takes Jarlath for a run in

Sep 13,2023 37:26

22. Can You Train For A Marathon In 8 Weeks?

Less than 50 days to go to your big race? Is there enough time to train properly and enjoy the experience or are you dicing with actual death. Sonia O’Sullivan and Vinny Mulvey are here to answer all the questions you might have around preparing against the clock. Comedian Jarlath Regan has his sights set on the Dublin City Marathon. Can he get the miles he needs in the final 8 weeks or has he over cooked his fitness cake? Will he have a soggy bottom or will he get the Hollywood handshake of a P

Sep 06,2023 31:58

23. Regaining Your Running Motivation With Sonia O’Sullivan.

Nobody feels like running every day. Everyone goes through periods where running is a chore and not a joy to behold. Whether you’re deep in a funk right now or have suffered through one in the past, you will want to hold on to this episode and Sonia O’Sullivan’s advice on how to work through it. Together with Jarlath Regan she breaks down the best way to get the mojo back in your mind and body. Fresh from the world championships in Budapest Sonia reflects on how the events played out and how aft

Aug 30,2023 31:20

24. World Championships Special - Sonia O’Sullivan & Vinny Mulvey Live From Budapest!

Sonia O'Sullivan returns to the championships where she conquered the world all those years ago. This time it's to watch and coach the next generation of stars. She and Vinny Mulvey dial in from their hotels to fill comedian Jarlath Regan in on the big races, events and news from Budapest. From Ciara Mageean's courageous performance to the lightening speed of Rhasidat Adeleke, things are looking up for Irish athletics. Head to Patreon (www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad) to hear Sonia's take on Ciar

Aug 23,2023 40:11

25. Long Run Recovery Masterclass with Sonia O’Sullivan (Part 1)

Do you feel awful at the end of your long run each week? Well that could be a sign that something is off in your weekly routine. It might not necessarily mean you’re unfit. Jarlath Regan speaks to Sonia O’Sullivan about his delirium at the end of his 20+ km runs. Recovery begins before the end of the run! Sonia gets into the nitty gritty of electrolytes, gels, salt tablets and more. If you’re a seasoned a marathoner or a complete rookie you’ll need to hear every minute of her insights on recover

Aug 16,2023 27:08

26. World Championships Countdown & Paces 101 With Sonia & Vinny.

Sonia O'Sullivan dials in from Spain as she helps her daughter Sophie prepare for the World Athletics Championships. The clock is ticking. What can an athlete pro or amateur hope to cram in before their big exam. Is it more about the head game at this point or can we plan a great final ten days before our big races? Sonia looks back on her 1995 gold at the worlds and helps Jarlath with his understanding of training paces. Later in the show top physical therapist and coach Vinny Mulvey joins the

Aug 09,2023 30:13

27. Heartbreak Hill Training With Sonia O’Sullivan - Irishman Running Abroad

The GOAT herself joined our listeners in person this week for a run in Phoenix Park. I captured some sounds and asked Sonia why the "run slow to run fast" mantra might not apply to her. We look forward to the World Championships in Budapest and back at an incredible summer of running for Irish athletes including Sophie O'Sullivan.With the Dublin marathon less than 90 days away I ask Sonia about the most challenging hill on the course. Is it possible to prepare for a "heartbreak hill" or is givin

Aug 02,2023 34:21

28. Run Your Fastest Parkrun With The Help Of Sonia O’Sullivan (and special guest Vinny Mulvey)

The spirit of Parkrun is not centred around beating your fastest time but if there’s a wall there, you may as well try and jump over it some time. You can sit on it, arrange to meet friends at the wall, chew the fat and have fun but occasionally it’s ok to jump it. With the help of the Queen of Irish athletics you can instantly take minutes off your time. You’re not going to believe how glaringly obvious and ingenious her tips are. Profound wisdom that is hard won from her years training and win

Jun 28,2023 28:18

29. Sonia O’Sullivan’s Marathon Training Commandments - The First 4 Weeks.

If it’s your first of fiftieth marathon, Sonia O’Sullivan has some timely reminders of what needs to be done before you set out on the journey. She looks at the fine details we can forget when considering taking on this task. From shoes to preparing your family, training week templates and why 4 is the magic number; you will need the full episode in your ears this week. Sonia also looks back on her leaving certificate experience for the first time and Jarlath visits Tooting Parkrun for a wild ad

Jun 21,2023 26:29

30. Adjusting Your Training Like The Pros With Sonia O’Sullivan & Special Guest Vinny Mulvey

Sonia O'Sullivan chats to comedian Jarlath Regan about the latest news in world athletics and how to adjust your running training when things are no longer going to plan. The ability to change is what separates the good from the great. Sonia is Ireland's greatest track athlete ever so she knows a thing or two about adjust. As a coach at Union Athletic Club in Nike's Portland HQ, her job is to spot the changes other athletes need to make. She identifies the best way to get your self out of a trai

Jun 14,2023 31:25

31. The 1987 Mindset - Building Mental Toughness - The Race That Lit Sonia’s Fire.

In 1987 at the Cork City Sports meet, a seventeen year old Sonia O’Sullivan ran a time for 3000 metres that would have qualified her for the 1988 Olympics. It was the race that put her on the map. We go back to that summer’s evening when the legend in the making took a bus from Cobh to Cork to stomp her opposition into the ground. Injury adversity would strike soon after but it was this taste of success that drove her through the long weeks of rehab that would follow. How exaclty was the mindset

May 23,2023 32:22

32. Fixing Poor Running Form With Sonia & Vinny (Plus Jarlath’s Cork Road Trip!)

Catching the sight of yourself in a mirror is one thing, catching the sight of yourself running in a video is a whole other level? Even Sonia admits to having a different view of her running form to the reality that presents itself whenever someone hits record. Can we take steps to improve the way we run or is perfection an illusion when it comes to this very personal thing. Elite running coach and physical therapist Vinny Mulvey has seen it all. He joins the episode to reflect on how thinking c

May 16,2023 34:54

33. Running Jargon Busting With Sonia O’Sullivan

The legend Sonia O’Sullivan breaks down the most confusing items of running terminology as submitted by our listeners. From tempos to fartleks, floats to bandits, it’s all here in this jargon busting episode with the GOAT of Irish running. The extended episode (available on Patreon) also includes Sonia revealing her VO2 max, even more jargon busting and a visit to Poppintree Park in Dublin to take in the sights & sounds of one listener’s 250th Parkrun. Sonia even finds time to breakdown some Ozz

May 10,2023 24:36

34. Penn Relays 2023 & The Runners’ Diet Made Simple By Sonia O’Sullivan

Sonia is back in Portland after a brief stop at a relay carnival like no other - The Penn Relays. We get some of the sights and sounds of the big event including Villanova's dramatic win in the men's mile relay and Marcus O'Sullivan's emotional post race interview. "The memories that are made last forever and they are magic" but at some point you have to come back to earth and get out to train again. That's the position many people find themselves in after a marathon. What better time to look th

May 03,2023 34:00

35. London Marathon Special Part 2 - Race Day Live From London!

More than 40,000 runners took to the streets of London on Sunday April 23rd, 2023, to run 26.2 miles. Raising millions for charities across the U.K. This year, for the very first time, I was one of them. Today's episode brings you all the sights and sounds from this tremendous event. From the pre-race jitters to the fortuitous meetings, the cheers crowds and the glorious final sprint to the finish, this episode has it all. There's even a special appearance from Irish athletics legend Catherina M

Apr 25,2023 27:28

36. London Marathon Special Part 1 - The Final Countdown

Sonia pulls Jarlath to one said and explains the most important things to remember on the day of the marathon. This wide ranging episode features stories and wisdom Sonia's illustrious career and simple tips that everyone can apply. She also looks back at the Boston marathon and Kipchoge's 6th place finish. Is this the end or just a blip? Later in the episode coach Vinny Mulvey joins Jar for his final proper run before London. If you'd like to support Jar's charity here's the link https://2023tc

Apr 19,2023 53:23

37. What You Won’t Know Until You Run A Marathon With Sonia O’Sullivan & Vinny Mulvey (Part 1)

In the final days before London 2023, I ask the greatest of all time what she learned from her first marathon. The answer I get might surprise you. Sonia famously ran and won Dublin on a whim for her first race after the 2000 Olympics. My final long run was an opportunity to gather some listeners training for Connemara, Boston and London. I recorded on the go and got some great insights from the far more experienced listeners of this podcast. How can I avoid the pitfalls of the first race joy. V

Apr 12,2023 30:50

38. Cobh 10 Sights & Sounds Episode Plus ”Maranoia” With Vinny Mulvey.

Sonia returns to the hills and roads that built her this week. Yes, it’s the 2023 Ballymore Cobh AC Sonia O’Sullivan 10 Mile Road Race and I was there to capture all of the sights and sounds of this unique event. Hundreds of runners of all levels lined up to take on the hills and I brought the microphone along for the ride. Thanks to Steve Daly, my running companion on the day, there is a condensed video of the race available to watch on www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad. From the pre-race vaseline

Apr 04,2023 47:07

39. Wicklow Half Marathon & The Lost Art Of Tapering - Irishman Running Abroad

Jarlath takes on one of the hilliest half marathons in Ireland while Sonia O'Sullivan returns to Cobh to prepare for her annual 10 mile road race on April 2nd. Coach and physical therapist Vinny Mulvey advices Jarlath on the imperfect science of tapering for the London Marathon. There's something for everyone in this episode including (in the extended cut n Patreon) a trip to the Wicklow hills with Jarlath and Bushy Park London for Sonia's latest Parkrun adventure.To hear that full episode and t

Mar 28,2023 29:40

40. Marathon Emotions And How To Harness Them - Irishman Running Abroad (Part1)

How do you control your emotions when you're more tired than you've ever been in your life? Sonia has the answers. Fresh off the plane from Australia, the Queen is back in London. A little jet lagged but brimming with great advice, tips, stories and recommendations for what you can do to run your best ever marathon, half marathon or 5k. This is part 1 of this week's episode. You can hear the whole episode over on www.patron.com/irishmanabroad ! For the past few months Vinny Mulvey has been creat

Mar 22,2023 35:08

41. Sonia’s Biggest Running Bug Bears (Part 1)

After a hellish week of injury and illness, Jarlath sits down with Sonia talk about some of the most annoying aspects of the runners life including the inopportune time to get sick. Compiled from the emails from our great listeners and Patrons on www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad, Sonia sifts through them all, adds a few of her own and even admits to a couple herself. Later in the show top physical therapist and coach Vinny Mulvey advises Jarlath on how best to return to running after a lay Orr and

Mar 15,2023 28:42

42. Ask Sonia Anything! March Mailbag Episode (Part 1)

The great Sonia O'Sullivan answers listener questions on all topics including nutrition, footwear, training, travel and the European indoor championships. Comedian Jarlath Regan, who has been coached by Sonia for the last two years, is just 46 away from his biggest race. London City Marathon on April 23rd looms large. Sonia helps Jarlath with some of the mental challenges of the big race.In the extended Patreon edition there's nearly an extra hour of content including coach Vinny Mulvey' s one t

Mar 08,2023 33:26

43. The Things All Marathon Runners Tend To Forget (Part 1)

From nutrition to recovery to gear, Sonia O'Sullivan takes a close look at the aspects of marathon preparation that tend to get forgotten. With the help of first time marathon runner, comedian Jarlath Regan, she explains why making time and space to think about a few simple things can change your marathon experience completely. To hear a double size episode of this week's show and all our episodes, head to www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad—If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know wha

Feb 28,2023 28:24

44. Training Your Brain To Run With Sonia O’Sullivan & Special Guest Vinny Mulvey

Can you training your brain to stop begging you to quit while running? This week Sonia O'Sullivan looks at the voice inside us that is common to all runners. The voice that tells you that "this is your limit". What can we learn from the elites on the topic of quieting that voice? Jarlath looks at the wider theories around the subject of mental strength while special guest Vinny Mulvey visits David Goggins to hear what the guru of toughness has to say. 9 weeks until London city marathon and Jarla

Feb 21,2023 38:53

45. Sonia’s Guide To Supplements & Winning The World Cross Country Championships

If you’re training for any big race or just starting out in running, you’re putting new demands on your body. All runners need to compensate for the extra toll this will take through some sort of supplements. Sonia O’Sullivan chats to Jarlath about the entry level stuff that will aid with recovery and help us all avoid depletion. With 10 weeks to the London marathon Jarlath’s long run has been upped to 23km while Sonia prepares for her big weekend back in Cobh in less than 2 months. Together the

Feb 13,2023 28:31

46. Is There Any Quick Fix For Running Form? (With Special Guest Vinny Mulvey)

The legend Sonia O'Sullivan talks to Jarlath about the past week in athletics and how to improve your running form easily. The Irish record breaker takes a look around Strava to see what the listeners have been running and she reflects on her daughter's stellar performance over the weekend on the track. Meanwhile, Jarlath takes to the hills with the Vinny Mulvey training group. Later in the show over on Patreon in the double size episode, Vinny explains why form is more important to running econ

Feb 07,2023 32:55

47. The 2023 Raheny 5 Miler Review & The Art Of The Down Week (With Special Guest Vinny Mulvey)

This weekend the most loved 5 mile road race in Ireland returned to Raheny and Jarlath ran the flipping thing. Now with the help of Sonia O'Sullivan, Vinny Mulvey & David Gillick, we look back on this fantastic race and ahead to our down week. Why is a down week so essential and how can we get the most out of it. To hear a double size episode of this week's show and all our episodes, head to www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad —If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do!1. Iri

Jan 30,2023 30:52

48. Perfecting Your Weekly Long Run With Sonia O’Sullivan

No matter what you're ambitions in running, the long run has to feature in your weekly plan if you are to improve. Who better to advise us on how to prepare, plan, fuel and recover than the greatest of all time, Sonia O'Sullivan. Today she sits down with Jarlath to discuss what people forget or don't know about this pillar of every training plan. From pacing to intervals, protein powder to massage guns, Sonia covers it all in this jam packed, fun filled episode. There's even the chance to run wi

Jan 23,2023 34:12

49. The Do’s & Don’t Of Food & Flexibility With Sonia O’Sullivan & Special Guest Vinny Mulvey.

If you’re hoping to run a marathon one day getting your fuelling and flexibility just right is essential. And yet each and every week runners of all levels neglect these areas of their training. With less than one hundred days to Jarlath’s first ever marathon, the London City Marathon, Ireland’s best ever athlete Sonia O’Sullivan helps our host understand the essentials with the help of Vinny Mulvey. Vinny has been providing plans for both Sonia and Jarlath as they ramp up the miles on the road

Jan 17,2023 29:48

50. Running Stuff That Makes No Sense - Sonia Explains It All!

Running sleeves, snot rockets, strides, KT tape? There's so many things in running I still don't understand. If you're as baffled by some of the fads, habits and trends that go with running as I am, you're going to love this conversation with the legend Sonia O'Sullivan. Together we sift through the more bizarre bits and bobs of training, racing and treatment suggested by you, our legendary listeners. Sonia has had a nightmare trying to get out of Australia. She explains what exactly went wrong

Jan 10,2023 36:29

51. Plan Your Running Year With Sonia O’Sullivan & Vinny Mulvey

Sonia’s final week in Australia is an eventful one. She looks ahead to 2023 with coach Vinny Mulvey. How do you best incorporate races into your plan for the year? Vinny has been setting the training plan for Jar and Sonia for the past few weeks. Together they examine why it’s so essential to see where you are before you decide where you want to go? We get a trip around Strava to see what our listeners have been running this week and an up-close look at what running week looks like for a legend

Jan 03,2023 29:28

52. Ask Sonia Anything - Sonia O’Sullivan’s Christmas Mailbag Special Episode

As a Christmas treat we are giving you this extra large version of the much anticipated "ask Sonia O'Sullivan anything" episode. Sonia sifts through the mailbag to find the best running and training questions of the past year. The former world champion battles with a giant spider in Australia and drops knowledge on how to conquer that Christmas apathy that sets in over the holiday season. She takes a trip around the parishes with Jarlath to see which listeners have been putting up big miles and

Dec 20,2022 55:32

53. The Most Overlooked Aspects Of Training Plus Special Ailís McSweeney Of The Sanctuary Runners.

Sonia has landed in Oz and with a bit of time on her hands she reflects on the most overlooked components of a great training plan and the incredible performance of the Irish teams at the European Cross Country Championships. Another record breaking athlete drops in to talk about the Christmas Quest of the Sanctuary Runners in Ireland (Full details below). Ailis McSweeney has been helping the organisation bring together people from all walks of life and specifically migrants, asylum seekers and

Dec 13,2022 29:40

54. 2022 Book Show With Special Guest Vinny Mulvey.

Stuck for gift ideas for the runner in your life? In need of some inspiration to lift you off the couch on these cold wet nights? Sonia O’Sullivan offers her book recommendations for Christmas 2022. Former Irish international and physical therapist to the stars Vinny Mulvey drops in to talk about that in between phase in the return from injury. He and Sonia explain how crucial it is to stay the course with your rehab to avoid re-injury during this window. We also get Vinny’s book recommendations

Dec 06,2022 37:20

55. She’s All About That Base - Aerobic (Part 1)

Sonia O'Sullivan explains how building a good aerobic base is a lot like pouring the perfect pint of Guinness. It's deceptively simple and remarkably easy to screw up if you don't know what you're doing. Answer every question on heart rate zones to regulating breathing, this expansive episode comes in two haves. One is available for free here and the other can be found on our feed on www.patreon.com/irishmanabroadTop physical therapist Vinny Mulvey drops in again to discuss the role of external

Nov 29,2022 33:21

56. Ready, Mindset, Go With Special Guest Rob Heffernan

5 time Olympian, World Champ, multiple national record holder and walking genius Rob Heffernan drops in to talk about all things mentality related. Sonia is away in Arkansas on a road trip so I took the opportunity to catch up with one of the toughest Irish athletes of all time. Rob has openly discussed his battles with the mental side of training, competing and life. Here he explains to me the advice that he lives by, the club he is building in Cork and the time we had a chat that helped him ou

Nov 22,2022 29:30

57. Running Better Despite Getting Older

Does running need to get more difficult with age? Have we all got a certain number of miles before injuries will start to plague us? Sonia O'Sullivan talks to Jarlath about the misconceptions and solid theories behind running over the age of 40 and beyond. What adjustments should we make to recovery, intensity and load? Is there a particular type of running we should avoid? Sonia has the answers. Vinny Mulvey helps Jarlath back on the road to recovery after a 4 week lay off with SI joint pain. W

Nov 14,2022 31:55

58. Injuries Episode With Special Guest Physical Therapist Vinny Mulvey

Pain comes in the same packet as running. Sonia O'Sullivan sends Jarlath to one of the top physical therapists in Ireland to figure out why he has been injured for the last four weeks. Vinny Mulvey talks to Jarlath about his understanding of the pain game with running, when to stop and the biggest risks of overloading the body. Vinny, an elite athlete in his own time, tries to puzzle out what Jarlath did wrong and empathises with him over the mental challenges of being hurt through running. Late

Nov 08,2022 32:17

59. Dublin City Marathon Bumper Edition With Special Guest David Gillick.

Welcome to the new exclusive Irishman Running Abroad feed. We are releasing our full Dublin City Marathon episode to the public so that you can hear all the emotion and inspiration from the big day in the capital. Normally full episodes only appear on our Patreon feed. Today we chat to former European 400 metre champion David Gillick about throwing himself out of his comfort zone and into his first marathon. He saw every side of the race last Sunday. We get to hear your voice notes from the say

Nov 01,2022 01:16:45

60. Sonia’s ”Dos & Don’ts” For The Week Before Your Marathon (Part 1)

With the Dublin City Marathon 2022 less than a week away, Sonia O'Sullivan gives Jarlath Regan here essential guide to the best lead in tactics. The dreaded "wall", fuelling, hydration, pain management and internal dialogue all get analysed with the help of voice notes from the Irishman Running Abroad club members on Strava.com. To hear the full episode why not join Irishman Abroad Premium on www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad - gain access to hundreds more episodes and Sonia's half marathon trainin

Oct 26,2022 25:27

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