Middle of the Pack Podcast

Padraig interviews Clodagh O'Neill, who ran her very first race as the Cork City Marathon. They discuss her training journey, shoe choice, fuel strategy, diagnosis of exercise-induced asthma, and the crucial support of pacers and running groups that helped her finish.
Clodagh shares practical takeaways for new and middle-of-the-pack runners—listen for honest tips about pacing, training progression, race-day fueling, and the simple advice to "take the next step."
And we will get her to run a Park run soon....

Host Padraig talks with Laura Fleming — an emergency nurse, mother of three and dedicated middle-of-the-pack runner — about how running became her lifeline through marriage breakdown, injury and the pandemic.
They cover Laura’s journey from Couch to 5K to multiple marathons, training and coaching strategies, balancing shifts and family life, fueling and hydration tips for long runs, and practical recovery hacks (including a surprising plantar fasciitis trick).

In this episode Padraig  welcomes back Angeline and Fergal Murphy to talk  about their Dublin marathon journey — the drama of securing tickets, lessons learned from Cork, and how group training, pacing strategies and fueling (including caffeine gels) are shaping their race goals.
They discuss pacing tactics, mental preparation, warm-up routines, and tips from club sessions as they build toward Dublin, plus a preview of upcoming episodes and guests.

Welcome to the Middle of the Pack podcast. In this episode, host Padraig invites fellow Cork City marathon leaders Angeline and Fergal Murphy to share their experiences leading up to the Cork Marathon and their preparation for the Dublin Marathon. Join us for the first Part of two episodes as we explore the challenges of balancing family life, demanding careers, and marathon training. Discover practical tips and hear real conversations about running within the middle of the pack, with insights into goals, strategies, and the importance of staying motivated. This episode is packed with engaging anecdotes and advice for runners at any stage of their journey. Enjoy!

Welcome to the first episode of the Middle of the Pack Podcast, your go-to source for all things running! In this introductory episode, host Padraig shares his personal running journey, revealing the ups and downs of training, racing, and balancing life as a middle-of-the-pack runner. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned marathoner, this podcast offers practical tips, honest gear reviews, and engaging conversations with fellow runners chasing progress, not perfection.
Discover the joys of hitting personal bests, learn about nutrition, gear, and more, all while enjoying the camaraderie of a supportive running community. Tune in weekly for insights into running routines, balancing training with life, and achieving your running goals. Let's keep those legs moving together!