#268: Cian Charlton: Marathon Running, Training Tips, 35 Vintage & More

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, we welcome runner, entrepreneur and content creator Cian Charlton (@ciancharlton on Instagram)Cian is a sub 3 hour marathon runner who recently came 3rd in the Great Ireland run with an incredible 33:57 time, 2nd in the Westport half marathon and winner of the Another Way 5k. If you don’t know him for his running content, including that video of him reccing the Dublin half marathon this year on his bike, which I think we all saw, you might know him as the owner of 35 Vintage, in Fade Street.Cian discusses his running journey, from playing football and then transitioning from DJing and college partying to becoming an accomplished runner and the owner of 35 Vintage on Fade Street. Learn about his training routines, the role of social media in his journey, and his tips for anyone looking to take their running to the next level. 9:15 Introduction to Our Guest: Cian Charlton10:39 Early Sports and Transition to Running15:45 First Marathon Experience in Rome23:23 The Role of Social Media and Content Creation30:22 Insights on VO2 Max and Lactate Threshold Testing34:56 Altitude Training in Dublin38:43 Training Tips for a Sub-20 Minute 5K and pushing through the last 2k of a 5k Race45:09 The Transition from Partying to Running46:48 Supporting Local Races49:11 Balancing Race Pressure and Enjoyment54:58 Advice for Aspiring RunnersDon't forget to check our website to sign up for our Barcelona Marathon trip 2026! Packages are on sale now with a closing date to lock in the current prices on June 21sthttps://www.anygivenrunday.com/marathon-tripsYou 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.