#328 Emily Bond: Operation Ironwoman, Performing TedX Talks, Learning Personal Growth from Rocket Science

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Emily Bond (@operationironwoman), an endurance athlete, aerospace engineer, PhD researcher, and public speaker with a TEDx talk to her name.Emily shares her journey from engineering and overcoming compartment syndrome on both her legs to completing her first Ironman and setting her sights on completing all UK Ironman races in one year.23:00 Introduction to Emily Bond25:47 Journey into Engineering and Sports28:42 Overcoming Physical Challenges31:45 The Path to Self-Belief34:22 The First 5K Experience37:36 Building Up to Triathlons40:34 The Ironman Ambition43:31 The Emotional Journey of Racing46:28 Preparing for Ironman Events49:49 Embracing the Start Line: Overcoming Pre-Race Nerves51:58 Community in Triathlon: The Power of Shared Experiences54:46 Crossing the Finish Line: A Journey of Emotions57:09 The Ambitious Goal: Completing Every UK Ironman59:35 Planning for Success: Adapting to Challenges61:42 Managing Risks: Understanding Physical Limitations65:56 Recovery After the Race: The Importance of Rest67:28 Building a Support Network: Community and Connection69:33 Running for a Purpose: Personal Growth and Charity71:40 Embracing Change: The Evolution of Self74:23 Keeping Up with the Journey: Connecting with EmilyYou 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.