Mar 23 2025 72 mins 10
In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome running coach Barry Mullin (@barrym_running_ on Instagram). Barry shares his impressive journey from running his first marathon at 19 to achieving a personal best time of 3 hours and 2 minutes. He discusses the impact of having a pacemaker, his studies in sports science, and offers invaluable tips for runners of all levels. Barry emphasises the importance of consistency, patience, and the benefits of cross-training.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced marathoner, Barry’s insights are sure to inspire and educate.
15:49 Barry's Early Running Journey
17:53 Why Barry runs with a Pacemaker
24:30 Understanding Zone Training
28:12 Marathon Training Insights
37:47 Warm-Up and Interval Training Tips... why Barry's programmes what may be considered LONG warm-ups
42:35 Running in Kenya
45:36 The Mental Game of Marathon Running
48:59 Breaking Down the 10-10-10 Marathon Method
41:29 The Journey to Sub-Three Marathon
59:16 The Importance of Cross Training
53:06 Coaching and Common Misconceptions
67:21 Tips for New Runners
55:20 How to get coached by Barry
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