Training for a Marathon - Noel Carroll Running

In the debut episode of 'Run and Talk', brothers Noel and Paul introduce their new running podcast with wide-ranging conversation covering Paul's Barcelona Marathon preparation, the Armagh 5k as an underappreciated elite Irish race, and the state of athletics events in Ireland.

Paul hits the infamous marathon wall at mile 20: extreme heat, fading legs, mental grind begins.

Episode two of Running Talk, a casual Irish running podcast hosted by two club runners.

Two runners discuss marathon training, including a recent race used as a speed session two weeks before the Barcelona Marathon.

The host apologizes for a two-month hiatus due to family sickness and lack of running, and discusses his marathon training goals.

Host Noel Carroll discusses marathon training with his brother Paul, who recently ran a 5k race.

The host discusses his recent break from running and podcasting, his return to running for enjoyment, and the importance of balancing goals with consistency.

The host discusses post-marathon recovery and setting next goals after the Dublin Marathon, while also mentioning his own missed race and fundraising for Heart Children Ireland.

A marathon coach answers listener questions about preparing for and running the Dublin Marathon, addressing common pre-race anxieties and offering tips.

The host shares his marathon training journey, recent running experiences, and positive feedback from listeners.

The host updates listeners on his recovery from a sprained ankle and his progress toward marathon training.

The host discusses his weekend at a friend's wedding in Barcelona, including a hungover run in humid conditions and a sprained ankle, while reflecting on the mental break and missing his son Rory.

The host documents his long run preparation and fueling strategy as part of his marathon training journey.