Synopsis
Welcome to the Pushing Limits Podcast! I am your host - Shane Finn & I am delighted to finally launch The Pushing Limits Podcast! I will be speaking on my own on many topics & also chatting to people from all over the world who are pushing limits in sports, endurance, business & life!
Episodes
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It's Ok To Be Ambitious
03/12/2020 Duration: 14minIn this solo episode of the show I just click record and go! This is a topic I have wanted to talk about for a long time & its something I see people struggle with a lot! I hope this episode of the show helps one person - if it does then it's a job well done! Thanks to our Sponsors https://www.eatallreal.com/ Use the code "PUSHINGLIMITS" for 10% off store wide!
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Amy O Donoghue - Irish International Athlete on Training, Mindset, Dealing With Adversity & Taking Gold At Nationals
30/11/2020 Duration: 59minIn this weeks episode I chat to Irish International Runner Amy O Donoghue! This is a great conversation on all things running, mindset, racing & we chat about Amy's win at the national championships this year! You can follow Amy on Instagram @amyod94 Thanks to our Sponsors All Real Nutrition! Use "PUSHINGLIMITS" for your online discount on https://www.eatallreal.com/
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Ian Dunican Ph.D - Sleep For Optimal Performance, Recovery & Life
23/11/2020 Duration: 01h10minDelighted to have Ian Dunican Ph.D back on the show this week! We chat about sleep around competition/training! Sleep for recovery & also we touch on wearables too! This is another great chat with a great guy! Our first episode (#36) has been one of the most downloaded to date! You can follow Ian on LinkedIn - Ian C Dunica PhD & on Instagram @sleep4perform https://meliusconsulting.com.au/
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Robbie Wade - Runner & Professional Triathlete
17/11/2020 Duration: 56minIn this episode of the show I chat to Irishman Robbie Wade! Robbie is based in Colorado and he has spent a larger portion of his life in the USA as a collegiate runner and then as a professional triathlete! This is a great chat with some good stories & of course a few laughs! You can follow Robbie on Instagram - @robbiewade1 Get the email newsletter here https://www.shanefinn.com/famous-weekly-emails
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How To Build Consistency Into Your Training
12/11/2020 Duration: 15minWe all know that consistency is king! But how do we build and maintain in? It's a challenging thing to do but I have shared some quick tips here in this weeks episode! Get the weekly newsletter here! https://www.shanefinn.com/famous-weekly-emails
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Micheál Cahill Ph.D - Health Drives Performance & Strength Development for Endurance
09/11/2020 Duration: 01h18minIn this episode of the show I chat to Micheál Cahill Ph.D! The Limerick man based in Texas is currently the Vice President - Performance and Sports Science at Athlete Training + Health (ATH) and is responsible for the training philosophy within all locations in addition to overseeing the day to day integration of a multidisciplinary sports performance, medicine and research team focusing on applied human performance! You can learn more about Dr Micheál's great work on his website https://www.mcahillphd.com/ You can also follow Micheál on Twitter, Linkedin & Instagram too!
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Winter Training - Setting Targets & Embracing Uncertainty
02/11/2020 Duration: 17minIn this episode of the show I talk through some points that might be helpful as we start to cast a look towards 2021! What can we do & how can we best approach this winters training! You can get our weekly email newsletter here https://www.shanefinn.com/famous-weekly-emails Subscribe to the YouTube Channel here Shane Finn Training YouTube
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Sam Long - Professional Ironman Triathlete on Training, Racing & The Future
28/10/2020 Duration: 46minIn this weeks episode of the show I chat to Professional Ironman Triathlete Sam Long! We had a great chat & plenty of laughs on all things training, Sams background, his current focus & of course the upcoming event at Challenge Daytona! You can follow Sam on Instagram @samgolong Join our weekly mailing list here https://www.shanefinn.com/famous-weekly-emails
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Real Talk - Lockdown 2.0 - Friday Fire
23/10/2020 Duration: 13minFriday Fire episodes are back! This week we head into our second lockdown! In this episode I put some basic tips & methods in place to help you guide you through the next few weeks! Get our weekly emails here! https://www.shanefinn.com/famous-weekly-emails
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Lizzie Wright - Ultra Marathons, Climbing Mountains, Taking Risks, Women's Strength + Lifestyle Coach & Life in Singapore
21/10/2020 Duration: 01h03minIn this weeks episode of the show, I chat to Lizzie Wright! Originally from the UK but now based in Singapore we chat through everything from her ultramarathon races to body image in the fitness industry! You can follow Lizzie on Instagram @lizziewrighty & via her website https://www.wearebusyliving.com/ Join our mailing list here https://www.shanefinn.com/famous-weekly-emails
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John Cronin Ph.D - Wearable Resistance & Strength Training
14/10/2020 Duration: 58minIn this weeks episode of the show, I chat to Prof. John Cronin PhD all the way in New Zealand! John is a highly respected figure in the world of Strength & Conditioning having published over 300 peer-reviewed studies. He is a professor of S&C at Aukland University, a consultant & a mentor to many around the world! We speak in depth about the concept of wearable resistance and its benefits to athletes & those training for endurance goals. You can follow John over on LinkedIn - @JohnCronin
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Jack Kavanagh - Dealing With Adversity & Cultivating Resilience
09/10/2020 Duration: 01h18minJack mentions in this podcast that "Life Rewards Effort" It really encapsulates who Jack is and what he is all about! This is a truly inspiring chat with an amazing human! You can find out more about Jack via https://jack-kavanagh.com/ On social media @jackkavanaghirl
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Emma Pallant - Pro Triathlete on 2020, Training Advice & Funny Race Stories
30/09/2020 Duration: 52minIn this episode of the show I chat to Professional Triathlete Emma Pallant! We chat everything from Emma's background as an elite Team GB Runner to becoming a Pro Triathlete! Since turning to triathlon & multisport racing Emma has stacked up the 70.3 wins & also added 2 Duathlon World Championships to her name! This is a great chat & we have some laughs too! You can follow Emma & her journey over on Instagram @em_pallant
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Strength Training For Endurance - Erin Carson
16/09/2020 Duration: 01h15minIn this weeks episode of the show we go through our recent Strength Training For Endurance online webinar! We got a lot of very positive feedback from the session so we wanted to share it with more people! You can check out some of Erin's work & some free Strength Workouts over on https://ecfitstrength.com/
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James McManus - Adventure, Climbing Peaks & Trekking All Over The Globe
09/09/2020 Duration: 56minIn this weeks episode of the show, I chat to James McManus who is the founder of Earths Edge! We chat everything from global adventures, climbing some of the worlds most iconic peaks & trekking the worlds most scenic trails! James gives us a great insight into Kang Yatse II also - we are excited to be teaming up with them for an expedition in 2021 to the Indian Himalayas! https://www.earths-edge.com/expedition/shane-finn-kang-yatse-climb-september-2021/#about
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Matt Moran, Ph.D - Running Biomechanics & Using Data To Make Decisions
01/09/2020 Duration: 01h09minIn this episode of the podcast I chat to friend & mentor Dr Matt Moran on all things running, biomechanics, individuality when it comes to training & shoe development! Matt is also the founder of RunTrix Coaching platform - you can get more info on RunTrix here https://beta.runtrix.com/
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Training For Your First Ultramarathon
29/08/2020 Duration: 30minIn this solo episode fo the show I take you through some points to consider when training for your first ultramarathon! There are some differences but also some similarities when it comes to standard marathon training & then making the jump to ultramarathons! HerFuel is now live & online via http://shanefinntraining.com/
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Laura Dorgan - Fitness, Body Image, Mental Health & Moving From Cork To New York
26/08/2020 Duration: 01h09minIn this episode of the podcast, I chat to Laura Dorgan who is from Cork but currently based in New York City! We chat about everything from visas to mental health & endometriosis to all things fitness! You can find out more about Laura & her work at Laura Dorgan Fitness via her website http://lauradorganfitness.com/ & on Instagram @lauradorganfitness
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How To Build Resilience
14/08/2020 Duration: 09minIn this episode of Friday Fire I talk about Resilience! What is it, how can we build it & how can we keep it! Resilience is both physical & mental! You can work on both & use them to your advantage! Free Weekly Newsletter Here https://forms.aweber.com/form/32/734632132.htm