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Trail Running Ireland Podcast

Trail Running Ireland Podcast
Trail Running
Mountain Running
Ecotrail Wicklow
UTMB
Dublin Marathon
Ireland
Ultra Running
European Championships
Artificial Intelligence
Nutrition
Muscular Endurance
Irish Coast To Coast Race
BMF
Consistency In Training
Running Coach Ireland
Body Battery
Wicklow Way Relay
Irish Mountain Running Association
World Championships
Rate Of Perceived Effort

Welcome to Trail Running Ireland, a podcast for the Trail and Mountain Running Community in Ireland. The show is hosted by Eoin Flynn, UTMB Finish Line Race Announcer and 10 time Irish International Mountain Runner. First up in every episode, Eoin brings us the latest race results from around Ireland. Post results, UKA qualified mountain running coach and professional trail running guide and race ... more

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Welcome to the Episode 131 Highlights Show of the Trail Running Ireland Podcast.

In last weeks show we chatted with René Borg from Running Coach Ireland about how we can apply the Norwegian Method to Trail Running and some details of the method that... more

Welcome to Episode 131 of the Trail Running Ireland Podcast.

In this weeks show we chat with Luke Weldon, the youngest athlete to ever represent Ireland at Senior Level and he has just got his hands on the green jersey again, qualifying in style for... more

René Borg from Running Coach Ireland spoke to us last week about how to get the balance right between training smart and racing hard.

Everyone, get your running gear on, let´ go!

Welcome to Episode 130 of the Trail Running Ireland Podcast.

In this weeks show we chat with Race Director of the Kerry Way Ultra Eileen Daly about the challenges that Race Directors often face, aswell of course as chatting about the joys of the Ke... more

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Recent Guests

Luke Weldon
Youngest athlete to represent Ireland at senior level; European Championships qualifier via Maurice Mullins win
Ireland National Team (runner)
Episode: Ep 131 - Maurice Mullins 50k Winner and on his way to the Euros - Luke Weldon
René Borg
Running Coach Ireland, coach and guide
Running Coach Ireland
Episode: Ep 130 - Highlights Show - Getting the Balance Right between Training Smart and Racing Hard
Eileen Daly
Race Director of the Kerry Way Ultra
Kerry Way Ultra
Episode: Ep 130 - Race Director of The Kerry Way Ultra - Eileen Daly - The Joys and Challenges of being a RD!
Wayne McGuigan
Ultrarunner and winner of the Bowers Mega Backyard Fun Run
Episode: Ep 126 - 220k Winner of the BMF - Wayne McGuigan
Liam Vines
New president of the Irish Mountain Running Association
Irish Mountain Running Association
Episode: Ep 125 - End of Year Coaching Special - Consistency beats Intensity - every time
John Kinsella
An accomplished trail and mountain runner, and coach
Episode: Ep 123 - John Kinsella - Master of the Mountains and Roads
Muireann McDonnell
Champion of EcoTrail Wicklow 2025 in the 80K
Episode: Ep 121 - 80k Champ at EcoTrail Wicklow - Muireann McDonnell
Ian Conroy
Ireland's new over 40 World Champion in Mountain Running
Irish Mountain Running Team
Episode: Ep 120 - Ireland´s New Mountain Running World Champion - Ian Conroy
Dr. Joe Warne
Former national track champion and ultra-trail runner, recently top 10 at Ultra Trail Snowdonia
Episode: Ep 116 - Dr Joe Warne´s Top 3 Tips from transitioning from the Short to the Long on the Mountains

Host

Eoin Flynn
Host of Trail Running Ireland Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Top trail running podcast.

    Top quality podcast on trail running - Eoin and Rene are as knowledgeable as they come. Great advice on training methods, nutrition, etc.

    In a sport where every every second person that ever ran off-road has a podcast, these lads are the real deal.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Morbid and Pale
    Irelanda year ago
  • Great show

    I’ve listened to a few of these eps and enjoyed each one. Lots of enthusiasm great questions and guests.

    Thoroughly enjoyed the eps 104 with Emma Stuart. She really hit the nail on the head about how I felt at UTMB.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ultranorm
    Canadaa year ago
  • Very detailed and enjoyable

    Great detailed coaching and nutrition advice to gather with interviews from local Irish athletes. I’ve listened to loads of running podcasts and am really enjoying this one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bill Ballzack
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Positive notes about expert coaching and practical training advice
Guests bring varied experiences from Irish trail running and ultrarunning
Listeners appreciate deep dives on fueling and endurance strategies
Community-focused content resonates with clubs and event organizers

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#248
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#213
France/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#246
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#55
China/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#72
Ireland/Sports/Running
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#78
Sweden/Sports/Running

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 131 - Maurice Mullins 50k Winner and on his way to the Euros - Luke Weldon
Q: What does the next two months look like ahead of the Euros for Luke?
Luke plans a final tune-up at Trail de Gerdelin as a key session before the Euros, followed by a focused recovery window and a couple of targeted sessions to arrive fit and fresh for Slovenia, with attention to avoiding niggles and preserving peak form.
Ep 131 - Maurice Mullins 50k Winner and on his way to the Euros - Luke Weldon
Q: How does Luke balance speed work with endurance training for a 50K race and a long-term goal like the Euros?
He keeps a weekly mix of one speed session, marathon-specific or shorter track work seasonally, and longer endurance blocks on trails, with emphasis on maintaining speed in the legs and long runs that are time-focused rather than pure distance, to align with marathon- and 50K-pace demands.
Ep 131 - Maurice Mullins 50k Winner and on his way to the Euros - Luke Weldon
Q: What was the build-up to Maurice Mullins like and how did Luke approach the race as preparation for the Euros?
Luke describes a structured block starting in December, with a link from Cannes-Frank and a mid-winter buildup, including a training camp in Calpe and a sequence of races designed to peak for the European selection, while keeping fresh legs and confidence from a coach who emphasizes consistent, smart mileage rather than raw volume.
Ep 126 - Highlights Show - How to win a 220k: BMF winner Wayne McGuigan
Q: What are your plans now for this year?
Wayne discusses his intention to return to the Bowers Mega Backyard Fun Run and his aspirations to compete in other backyard ultras, aiming for a high qualifying number of loops.
Ep 126 - Highlights Show - How to win a 220k: BMF winner Wayne McGuigan
Q: What is your technique for getting through the bad patches during a race?
Wayne shares that he talks to himself, regulating his emotions and combating negative thoughts while running, which he finds essential to push through tough moments.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Trail Running Ireland Podcast

What is Trail Running Ireland Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Trail-focused endurance conversations that blend coaching, fueling science, and race-day strategy with a strong emphasis on Irish trail and mountain running. Episodes regularly cover nutrition, pacing, and training periodization, often featuring practical coaching insights from René Borg and real-world experiences from elite and recreational runners. A recurring pattern includes guest interviews with coaches, race organizers, and top Irish trail runners, offering actionable tips for performance, injury prevention, and community building in the sport. Noteworthy is the mix of evidence-based discussions, live race context (UTMB, Irish events, ultras), and a community-centric outlook that can help listeners plan training cycles, fueling plans,... more

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Recent guests on Trail Running Ireland Podcast include:

1. Luke Weldon
2. René Borg
3. Eileen Daly
4. Wayne McGuigan
5. Liam Vines
6. John Kinsella
7. Muireann McDonnell
8. Ian Conroy

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