#280 Will Boyle: From Addiction to 2:39 Marathon Runner

In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast we welcome Will Boyle (@wboyledub on Instagram). Will shares his inspiring journey from battling addiction to becoming a successful runner. He discusses the pivotal moments that led him to embrace running as a lifeline, the importance of coaching in his training, and why he loves the Dublin Marathon. `He talks about the training that helped him become a 2:39 Marathon runner as well as having a 16:02 5k PB, all under the coaching of Gary O'Hanlon. 22:00 Will Boyle28:16 The Turning Point: Confronting Addiction35:36 Rehabilitation and Rediscovery: Finding Purpose in Running41:26 Building a New Life: The Role of Running in Recovery47:29 Coaching and Growth: The Path to Marathon Success53:00 The Role of Luck and Training in Running57:23 Training Methods: Heart Rate, Effort, and Pace60:21 The Importance of Nutrition and Fueling61:24 Setting Goals and Overcoming Challenges64:21 The Emotional Impact of the Dublin Marathon74:31 Advice for Marathon Runners and Post-Race BluesYou 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.