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Running Talk - Episode 7: Q&A May 28, 2026 01:12:52 In this weeks podcast myself and Paul answer some of your excellent listener questions on some wide rannging topics. Thanks for the excellent questions folks 🙌www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Running Talk - Episode 6 May 13, 2026 00:59:27 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.no

Running Talk - Episode 5 Apr 27, 2026 00:51:38 Long overdue podcast episode where myself and Paul mainly discuss the madness of yesterdays London Marathon 🤯www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Running Talk - Episode 4 Mar 19, 2026 00:59:00 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=

Running Talk - Episode 3 Mar 3, 2026 00:53:47 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 noelcarrollrunning@gm

Running Talk - Episode 2 Feb 20, 2026 00:57:32 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 upco

Running Talk - Episode 1 Feb 12, 2026 00:45:24 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 co

Energy gives you Energy Feb 9, 2026 00:20:26 A very belated first Podcast of 2026 😬www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Bits and Bobs with Paul Carroll Dec 10, 2025 01:12:39 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 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Do we put too much pressure on ourselves? Nov 25, 2025 00:23:53 New podcast talking about how sometimes we can put too much pressure on ourselves 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Reset Button Nov 3, 2025 00:28:33 Hitting the Reset Button and a small debrief on last weeks Dublin Marathon 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Dublin Marathon 2025 Q&A Oct 20, 2025 00:59:35 Q&A on all things Dublin Marathon 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Dublin Marathon Fundraiser:https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/NoelCarrollwww.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Comparing yourself to others Oct 10, 2025 00:23:40 Stop comparing yourself to others!Dublin Marathon Fundraiser:https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/NoelCarrollwww.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Berlin Marathon from a Spectator Perspective Sep 25, 2025 00:32:57 My thoughts and insights on last Weekends Berlin Marathon from a Spectator perspective!Dublin Marathon Fundraiser:https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/NoelCarrollwww.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Marathon Training Q&A Sep 16, 2025 00:41:38 Cheers for all the brilliant Questions! enjoy folks 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Dublin Marathon Fundraiser:https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/NoelCarrollwww.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Running as an Outlet Sep 11, 2025 00:25:06 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1

Rory’s Story Aug 21, 2025 00:51:18 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 20

Road to Berlin - Episode 5 Aug 14, 2025 00:30:30 Apologies for lack of podcasts the last few weeks but we're back on track hopefully both podcast and training wise 👊www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Road to Berlin Episode 4 Jul 25, 2025 00:27:53 The only certain thing in a Marathon block is that its never going to fully go to plan!www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Road to Berlin - Episode 3 Jul 14, 2025 00:24:41 3rd Episode in the Road to Berlin Marathon Series and an update on Pauls Training in the lead up to Berlin!www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Road to Berlin Episode 2 Jul 7, 2025 00:43:54 2nd Episode in the Road to Berlin Marathon Series!www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Road to Berlin - Episode 1 Jun 30, 2025 00:29:33 1st Episode in a Series of podcasts documenting everything good and bad in the lead up to this years Berlin Marathon!www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Perception Jun 18, 2025 00:33:46 New episode on how important perception is in your training and how all is always not as bad as it seems!www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Confidence Jun 13, 2025 00:23:58 New episode talking about a bit of a tougher week or so from a confidence point of view!www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Switching off Jun 4, 2025 00:28:12 New Episode detailing my own training the last few weeks and the importance of switching off from running!www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

We're getting there May 19, 2025 00:38:10 Weekly recap on my own training and a bit of a discussion around club races v commercial races 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Patience and Perseverance May 13, 2025 00:27:24 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 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️👊

Positivity over Negativity Apr 29, 2025 00:29:17 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.f

Racing V Training Apr 22, 2025 00:27:09 Why its important to incorporate racing into your training and the physiological and psychological benefits you gain from it 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

The Coaching Rollercoaster Apr 15, 2025 00:34:55 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== h

Marathon Q&A Apr 8, 2025 01:03:46 Q&A on all things Marathon related 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Progression Apr 3, 2025 00:29:42 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelca

Balancing a busy schedule Mar 26, 2025 00:35:10 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Not so long Long Run Mar 18, 2025 00:28:15 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Dealing with Setbacks Mar 12, 2025 00:28:12 New episode talking through how to deal with setbacks in particular when a race doesn't go as well as planned! www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Race Mindset and Mantras Mar 5, 2025 00:28:29 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxG

Vo2 Max, lactate threshold, remember they're all just Data points Feb 17, 2025 00:38:09 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.faceb

Race Preparation Feb 4, 2025 00:20:53 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

23min 5k to 2.40 Marathon in 8 years Jan 27, 2025 00:51:24 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Supplementary Work Jan 22, 2025 00:24:56 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Law of Diminishing Returns Jan 7, 2025 00:31:20 The Law of Diminishing Returns and how it applies to Running and your Training 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

2025 Goals Jan 3, 2025 00:35:29 Happy New Year folks! Enjoyed this podcast discussing my Goals for 2025 🙌 www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Conversational Pace Dec 4, 2024 00:40:25 Join me for a Windy 6 Miles run www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Winter Training Nov 19, 2024 00:27:31 Training update and my thoughts on Training through the Winter Months! www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

I ran a Marathon... What to do next? Oct 31, 2024 00:24:13 My thoughts on what to do Post Marathon! www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://forms.gle/eXjdf2LDZzVYj5t2A https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Dublin Marathon Q&A Oct 21, 2024 00:59:21 Q&A on all things Dublin Marathon and some general Marathon tips. www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCT

Murphy's Law Oct 15, 2024 00:24:28 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! noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com noelcarrollrunning.com https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/vnCyRAV5oKDRB4Eq/

Dublin Marathon 2024 Route Description Oct 11, 2024 00:19:12 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 noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/DqbxGU1iYhQoBCTK/

On the road again Oct 7, 2024 00:36:40 Back on track this week with 3 weeks to go to Dublin Marathon! www.noelcarrollrunning.com noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/L39ihTXq4N4b2aQB/

Bump in the Road Sep 27, 2024 00:27:05 Things don't go quite to to plan this week! noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com www.noelcarrollrunning.com https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/noelcarrollrunning

Float like a butterfly Sep 18, 2024 00:27:42 Long run and Float session on the Training Menu this week! noelcarrollrunning@gmail.com https://www.noelcarrollrunning.com https://www.instagram.com/noelcarrollrunning?igsh=MTN5NzVkemoweWhsbw== https://www.facebook.com/share/J8VLcMJjSLVLgrfK/

Training for a Marathon Episode 1 Sep 12, 2024 00:13:39 An introduction to me and the Podcast and what Training for me is going to look like in the next 6 weeks leading into Dublin Marathon.

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