Training for a Marathon - Noel Carroll Running

In this weeks podcast myself and Paul ramble on about various running topics including:💥 Why sometimes prioritising running for your head is more important than race goals💥 How many Marathons should you run in a year💥 Our throughts on the Dublin City Half and the Race Calendar in Ireland in general Any topics or areas people would like us to focus on in upcoming episodes please let us know 🙌www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Long overdue podcast episode where myself and Paul mainly discuss the madness of yesterdays London Marathon 🤯www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

In this weeks podcast myself and Paul:💥 Review Barcelona Marathon 💥 Discuss how to approach things Post Marathon 💥 Preview this weekends World Indoor Championships Any topics or areas people would like us to focus on in upcoming episodes please let us know 🙌www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

In this weeks podcast myself and Paul discuss various topics in the runnig world including:💥 What factors make a great race💥 How to deal with the "Taper" in the lead up to a Marathon 💥 Review of National Indoor Championships 💥 The huge jump in Marathon timesAny topics or areas people would like us to focus on in upcoming episodes please let us know 🙌www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

In this weeks podcast myself and Paul waffle on about some various topics in the runnig world including:💥 Some big Irish Performances in Seville Marathon 💥 Scope for another big Spring Marathon in Ireland 💥 Keely Hodgkinsons 800 metres World Record Attempt💥 Sports Psychology in Running💥 Paul's Shoe Rotation whilst Training for a Marathon Any topics or areas people would like us to focus on in upcoming episodes please let us know 🙌www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

1st Episode in a new Series with myself and Paul Carroll where we talk abut some interesting topics hapenning in the running world right now!In this episode we ramble on about:💥 The Armagh 5k and some other premier racing events in Ireland 💥 Jakobs Achilles Surgery and how big of an affect his absence will have on middle distance races💥 Femke Bols transition to the 800 metres💥 The importance of competitive rivalriesAny topics or areas people would like us to focus on in upcoming episodes please let us know 🙌www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

A very belated first Podcast of 2026 😬www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

New episode with Paul joining over Zoom as we discuss his year of running and goals for next year! We also delve into an assortment of other running related topics 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

New podcast talking about how sometimes we can put too much pressure on ourselves 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Hitting the Reset Button and a small debrief on last weeks Dublin Marathon 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Q&A on all things Dublin Marathon 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Dublin Marathon Fundraiser:https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/NoelCarrollwww.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Stop comparing yourself to others!Dublin Marathon Fundraiser:https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/NoelCarrollwww.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

My thoughts and insights on last Weekends Berlin Marathon from a Spectator perspective!Dublin Marathon Fundraiser:https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/NoelCarrollwww.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Cheers for all the brilliant Questions! enjoy folks 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Dublin Marathon Fundraiser:https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/NoelCarrollwww.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

A much overdue podcast episode delving into why sometimes its important to use running as an outlet first and foremost 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Dublin Marathon Fundraiser:https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/NoelCarrollwww.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Myself and Paul Carroll are running this years Dublin Marathon to raise funds for Heart Children Ireland and The Heart Centre - Children’s Health Foundation.As many of you know, our little boy Rory was diagnosed with congenital heart disease at just 2 days old. After a rollercoaster of setbacks, disappointments and cancelled dates in late 2024, he bravely underwent open heart surgery in January 2025 in Crumlin Childrens Hospital and is thriving since 💙In this podcast i go into more detail on Rorys Journey! See Donation link below for anyone who would like to donate 💙https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/NoelCarroll

Apologies for lack of podcasts the last few weeks but we're back on track hopefully both podcast and training wise 👊www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

The only certain thing in a Marathon block is that its never going to fully go to plan!www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

3rd Episode in the Road to Berlin Marathon Series and an update on Pauls Training in the lead up to Berlin!www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

2nd Episode in the Road to Berlin Marathon Series!www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

1st Episode in a Series of podcasts documenting everything good and bad in the lead up to this years Berlin Marathon!www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

New episode on how important perception is in your training and how all is always not as bad as it seems!www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

New episode talking about a bit of a tougher week or so from a confidence point of view!www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

New Episode detailing my own training the last few weeks and the importance of switching off from running!www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Weekly recap on my own training and a bit of a discussion around club races v commercial races 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Apologies for no episode last week folks but we're back on track this week! This week's episode I discuss what I believe ultimately leads to success in running; Patience and Perseverance 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️👊

New episode talking about how we can be too critical of ourselves and our performances sometimes. Also I discuss the importance of running the best Marathon you can on that given day especially in adverse conditions 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Why its important to incorporate racing into your training and the physiological and psychological benefits you gain from it 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

New episode and something a bit different this week where I talk about Coaching and the ups and downs from my perspective and also a small bit on the madness of watching Rory Mcilroy on Sunday night and why we all care about sport 🙌 www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Q&A on all things Marathon related 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

New episode as I tackle a progression run and why I feel its important to control the controllables and enjoy the journey 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ For next week's episode aiming to do a Marathon Q&A so if you have any Marathon related questions you would like included get in touch 🙌 www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

New episode talking about balancing a busy work / family life with training and my own experiences dealing with these challenges and as per usual I go off on a few tangents 😉 www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

New episode of me ramblimg on pre and post an 8 mile run which for me was my long run of the week as i can continue to climb the ladder of fitness 🪜 www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

New episode talking through how to deal with setbacks in particular when a race doesn't go as well as planned! www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

New episode discussing Race Mantras and Mindset and how to stay focused within a race and get the best out of yourself. Also I discuss the new World records and should we be skeptical all the time? www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

So much information and noise at the moment around Vo2 Max, lactate threshold, zone 2 etc.. In this podcast I give my thoughts on all of this and why it's important to remember these are all just data points 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

what do you the day before pr the day of a race? I go through some of my tips and what I find works best 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Great to chat to Paul Carroll (my brother) on all things running and his running journey and remarkable progression over the last 8 years 🙌 www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

How important the extra work such as S&C, pilates etc.. can make to your Running! Also why it's important not to skip steps on the ladder in terms of load and progression 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

The Law of Diminishing Returns and how it applies to Running and your Training 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Happy New Year folks! Enjoyed this podcast discussing my Goals for 2025 🙌 www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Join me for a Windy 6 Miles run www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Training update and my thoughts on Training through the Winter Months! www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

My thoughts on what to do Post Marathon! www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Q&A on all things Dublin Marathon and some general Marathon tips. www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

If you have any questions on all things Dublin Marathon or any Marathon related questions get in touch and I'll include them in next week's Podcast! [email protected] noelcarrollrunning.com https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/vnCyRAV5oKDRB4Eq/

My thoughts on the Dublin Marathon Course and general tips on how to approach certain sections of the course. Course Description: https://www.noelcarrollrunning.com/post/dublin-marathon-2024-route-description www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCTK/

Back on track this week with 3 weeks to go to Dublin Marathon! www.noelcarrollrunning.com [email protected] https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/L39ihTXq4N4b2aQB/

Things don't go quite to to plan this week! [email protected] www.noelcarrollrunning.com https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/noelcarrollrunning

Long run and Float session on the Training Menu this week! [email protected] https://www.noelcarrollrunning.com https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/J8VLcMJjSLVLgrfK/