#255 Sean McFadden: Donegal Ultra 555, Rás, Mile Race on Paddy's Day and more

03/03/2025 1h 11min Episodio 255
#255 Sean McFadden: Donegal Ultra 555, Rás, Mile Race on Paddy's Day and more

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In this week's episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast, we dive into the journey of Seán McFadden (@seanmcfadden247 on Instagram), a fitness coach and accomplished cyclist with an impressive résumé, including three Rás finishes, second Irishman Everesting and winning The Race. Seán shares his humble beginnings, transitioning from a non-athlete to a marathon runner, triathlete, and eventually a seasoned cyclist. He narrates his experiences in various races, including the brutal Donegal Ultra 555 and the infamous Rás stage race. Sean also discusses his life-changing move to Dubai for 5 years, his involvement in establishing local triathlon clubs, and organising high-profile races. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest00:55 Seán's Early Life and Introduction to Sport03:48 First Marathon and Athletic Club Journey09:53 Transition to Cycling and Triathlons13:17 The Rás Race Experience19:14 Everesting Challenge25:27 Triathlon Training and Dubai Move30:26 The Importance of Clubs and Leaving Comfort Zones31:25 Adjusting to Life in Dubai32:56 Comparing Sports Facilities: Dubai vs. Home35:21 The Donegal Ultra 555 Challenge43:00 The Race: An Adventure Like No Other45:56 Organizing Races Post-COVID47:31 The Michael Murphy Mile: A New Challenge55:26 Upcoming Races and Final ThoughtsYou can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcastThis episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories and their new Sports Recovery Kit. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store or visit their new online storeUltrapurelabs.ie You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Carb Gels, using the code 'AGR' at checkoutPerformNutrition.com

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