In this episode of the Megan Banahan Fitness podcast, Barry Mullin shares his extensive experience in running, discussing his journey from a novice marathon runner to a seasoned athlete. He opens up about overcoming injuries, particularly a stress fracture, and how it has shaped his training approach. Barry emphasizes the importance of balancing enthusiasm with caution in training, especially when preparing for marathons. He provides insights into effective training routines, common mistakes runners make, and the significance of race day preparation. Additionally, Barry discusses the impact of social media on accountability in fitness and shares valuable advice on choosing the right running shoes. The conversation concludes with reflections on life lessons learned through running, highlighting the importance of consistency and setting new goals post-marathon.

00:00 Barry Mullin's Running Journey

02:55 Overcoming Injury Challenges

06:57 Training Adjustments Post-Injury

10:27 Mindset and Training for Marathons

13:20 Current Training for Dublin Marathon

16:14 Marathon Training Tips and Common Mistakes

21:39 Pre-Race Nerves and Preparation

23:48 Understanding Running Shoes

28:47 Choosing the Right Shoes for Training

32:30 The Role of Social Media in Running

36:35 Post-Marathon Reflections and Future Goals

38:22 Life Lessons from Running

This was an amazing chat with Barry!

Barry coaches a wide variety of people who want to improve their running performance, you can find him on instagram @barrym_running_

Thanks for listening!❤️