#292 Live Dublin Marathon Preview Show with Mick Fox

It's the preview of the Dublin Marathon 2025, and we have a 2:21 Dublin Marathon runner and, just as impressive, a third appearance on the Any Given Runday Podcast, Michael Fox (@runningfox26.2 on Instagram), back with us to break down the biggest running event of the year and give you the tips to help you thrive on the big daySome of the topics discussed, including live questions from our listeners, include:08:57 Travel Tips for Race Day12:01 Carb Loading Strategies14:59 Managing Phantom Niggles18:02 Mindset at the Starting Line20:58 Pacing Strategies for the Marathon24:02 Navigating the Course and Heartbreak Hill27:25 Marathon Nutrition Strategies30:46 Dealing with Chafing and Comfort33:55 Hydration and Temperature Management39:24 Handling Stitches and Race Challenges43:48 Pacing and Race Strategy47:12 Beetroot Juice: The Performance Booster?50:20 Mental Strategies for Marathon Success01:03:05 Final Tips for Race Day PreparationBest of luck to everyone taking part this Sunday!You 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.