#252 Suzanne Kenny: Mountain Running, Aerial Yoga & More

In this Any Given Runday Podcast episode, we welcome Suzanne Kenny (@suzanneyoga4all on Instagram), an ultra mountain runner and aerial yoga teacher. Suzanne has represented Ireland twice in European trail competitions, won the Donadea 50K in 2016, and claimed the title thrice at the Art O'Neill Challenge. Join us as Suzanne shares her journey from a varied sports background, including Irish dancing and horse riding, to discovering her talent for mountain running, often winning races. Suzanne also delves into how she incorporates yoga and strength training into her routine, emphasising the benefits of aerial yoga for recovery and overall fitness. Tune in for a fascinating insight into her mountain exploits, yoga retreats in the Wicklow Mountains, and her unique approach to fitness and wellness.11:30 Introduction to Suzanne Kenny12:39 Suzanne's Early Sports Journey13:16 Discovering Mountain Running23:29 The Art O'Neill Experience27:59 Winning the Donadea 50K33:59 The Role of Yoga in Training39:19 Starting Aerial Yoga: First Impressions & Choosing the Right Yoga Class41:36 Sound Baths and Relaxation45:04 Incorporating Yoga into Daily Life48:30 Yoga Retreats in the Mountains52:35 Tips for Runners: Yoga and Mobility57:11 The Benefits of Pop-Up Saunas61:13 Connecting with Suzanne for YogaYou can follow us on Instagram:@anygivenrundaypodcastALTAR Speed Dust is engineered to keep fuel in your tank so you can go faster, farther and longer than ever before. Use the code AGR15 to get 15% off at checkout (excludes bundles).altarfuel.com The Sports Recovery Kit is everything you need after training, matches, gym sessions and long active days. The full routine, ready to goShop HEREGet the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong.Health Matters replaces guesswork with data. With over 15 years of experience, they're one of Europe's most experienced performance testing providers.Find out more or book your test at myhealthmatters.ie.