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#235 Dublin Marathon 2024 Preview Show with David McCarthy: Ultimate Preparation Guide

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Ultimate Dublin Marathon Prep: Tips, Strategies, and Motivation for the Big Day in 2024!
Join us in this comprehensive episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast as David McCarthy shares invaluable tips and strategies for runners preparing for the Dublin Marathon 2024 this Sunday.
Learn about managing pre-race anxiety, optimal fueling and nutrition, essential gear checks, and pacing tactics. Get expert advice on staying calm and focused, handling demanding race segments, and maintaining motivation. Whether you're a seasoned runner or preparing for your first marathon, this episode will help you stay organised and achieve your personal best.
Tune in for practical insights, motivational stories, and everything you need for a successful race day and recovery.
01:12 Managing Pre-Race Anxiety
04:19 Nutrition and Carb Loading Tips
06:59 Race Day Preparation
13:16 Gear and Equipment Advice
15:43 Strategising Gel Intake and Support
18:44 Travel and Accommodation Tips
22:44 Mental Preparation and Staying Calm
25:13 Course Overview and Key Checkpoints
27:18 Conquering the Hills
27:40 Pacing and Flexibility: Adapting to the Course
27:55 Energy Management: Reading Your Body
29:10 The Importance of Course Markers
31:22 Fuelling Strategies for Marathon Success
34:55 Handling Race Day Conditions
36:36 Setting Realistic Goals and Expectations
42:48 Dealing with the Wall: Overcoming Fatigue
46:06 The Final Push
49:56 Post-Race Recovery and Reflection
52:04 Maintaining Motivation After the Marathon
Be sure to check out David on Instagram @davidmccarthy_88
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#217 - Your Dublin Marathon Tips & Qs
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3LRL4L7g3sBC3cr5cedURu?si=WUxwvRA0QiyS3feiUBRgEw
#181 -Dublin Marathon Preview with Kevin English
https://open.spotify.com/episode/13MSLpRHbh0AZxsibzH7hM?si=jllB1aBSSOepxrhgI7b6sA
You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcast

Join us for our annual marathon trip abroad as we head back to Barcelona for 2026! Places are limited and you can find out more details by going to our website:
https://www.anygivenrunday.com/marathon-trips

You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Carb Gels, using the code 'AGR' at checkout
PerformNutrition.com

This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store. Their ULTRAPURE Ice Cold Menthol Gel is  instant fast acting and cooling savior.
You can also check out their muscle recovery range through their website:
Ultrapurelabs.ie

  continue reading

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Ultimate Dublin Marathon Prep: Tips, Strategies, and Motivation for the Big Day in 2024!
Join us in this comprehensive episode of the Any Given Runday Podcast as David McCarthy shares invaluable tips and strategies for runners preparing for the Dublin Marathon 2024 this Sunday.
Learn about managing pre-race anxiety, optimal fueling and nutrition, essential gear checks, and pacing tactics. Get expert advice on staying calm and focused, handling demanding race segments, and maintaining motivation. Whether you're a seasoned runner or preparing for your first marathon, this episode will help you stay organised and achieve your personal best.
Tune in for practical insights, motivational stories, and everything you need for a successful race day and recovery.
01:12 Managing Pre-Race Anxiety
04:19 Nutrition and Carb Loading Tips
06:59 Race Day Preparation
13:16 Gear and Equipment Advice
15:43 Strategising Gel Intake and Support
18:44 Travel and Accommodation Tips
22:44 Mental Preparation and Staying Calm
25:13 Course Overview and Key Checkpoints
27:18 Conquering the Hills
27:40 Pacing and Flexibility: Adapting to the Course
27:55 Energy Management: Reading Your Body
29:10 The Importance of Course Markers
31:22 Fuelling Strategies for Marathon Success
34:55 Handling Race Day Conditions
36:36 Setting Realistic Goals and Expectations
42:48 Dealing with the Wall: Overcoming Fatigue
46:06 The Final Push
49:56 Post-Race Recovery and Reflection
52:04 Maintaining Motivation After the Marathon
Be sure to check out David on Instagram @davidmccarthy_88
If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like
#229 - David McCarthy
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3H8dPkFs4QIIF8GN2QmrEk?si=YBIDPcPlRyWLu3LMWv_HdA
#217 - Your Dublin Marathon Tips & Qs
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3LRL4L7g3sBC3cr5cedURu?si=WUxwvRA0QiyS3feiUBRgEw
#181 -Dublin Marathon Preview with Kevin English
https://open.spotify.com/episode/13MSLpRHbh0AZxsibzH7hM?si=jllB1aBSSOepxrhgI7b6sA
You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcast

Join us for our annual marathon trip abroad as we head back to Barcelona for 2026! Places are limited and you can find out more details by going to our website:
https://www.anygivenrunday.com/marathon-trips

You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Carb Gels, using the code 'AGR' at checkout
PerformNutrition.com

This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store. Their ULTRAPURE Ice Cold Menthol Gel is  instant fast acting and cooling savior.
You can also check out their muscle recovery range through their website:
Ultrapurelabs.ie

  continue reading

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