Over the next few weeks, we will be featuring different Run Clubs in our Thursday Specials. This week, we have Laura Garrigan ( @laws_fitness on Instagram) and 41 Social Run Club. Laura shares her journey from a casual runner to a certified running coach. She discusses her experiences with various races, including the Trasna 2025 relay, and emphasises the importance of mental health in running. Laura also highlights her efforts to build a community through her run club and her aspirations for the future, including training for her first marathon (which she completed in Dublin a few weeks ago) and getting into the fitness industry 05:00 Introduction to Laura Garrigan and Her Journey 07:52 The Spark of Running: From GAA to Parkrun 10:34 Transitioning from 5K to 10K: Overcoming Mental Blocks 13:13 The Journey to the Half Marathon: Training and Goals 15:01 Becoming a Running Coach: Insights and Experiences 17:53 The Formation of 41 Social Run Club 19:41 Participating in Trasna 2025: The Relay Experience 29:29 The Journey Begins: Running from Galway to Dublin 31:42 Nutrition and Preparation: Fueling the Challenge 33:57 Facing the Night: Running Through Darkness 36:53 Team Spirit: Finishing Together 37:55 Building Confidence: Lessons from the Ultra 39:42 Training for the Marathon: Setting Goals 42:42 The Role of Technology: Apps and Coaching 47:02 Step One Socks 49:34 Races and Medals: Celebrating Achievements 56:06 Looking Ahead: Future Goals and Coaching Aspirations You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcast And reach out via DM if you would like to get your Run Club featured on an upcoming Thursday episode You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Electrolytes+, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories and their Ultrapure Sports Recovery prducts. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store or visit their new online store Ultrapurelabs.ie
