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    A podcast about running and more! A weekly conversation with accomplished athletes, health professionals, and weekend warriors on how and why they do what they do. We aspire to share value on topics surrounding training, nutrition, injury prevention, and mental strategies to not only improve your performance but enhance your life. Your hosts, Lydia Mckay; Physiotherapist and Personal Trainer, and Sophie Lane; Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Running Coach, are passionate about running and are excited to help you run stronger!

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    189. Mr Top Run - Paddy O'Brien

    189. Mr Top Run - Paddy O'Brien

    March 22, 2025
    55m

    189. Mr Top Run - Paddy O'Brien

    Summary


    In this episode of the Stronger Stride Podcast, hosts Lydia and Sophie welcome Paddy O'Brien, a passionate runner and the founder of Top Run. The conversation explores Paddy's journey from a challenging lifestyle to embracing running, the importance of community in sports, and his unique training and nutrition strategies. They discuss the significance of icebreaker questions in fostering connections among runners, the balance of training with family life, and his higher-intenisty training approach. Paddy shares his goals for the upcoming Canberra Marathon and insights into his nutritional changes for optimal performance. The episode concludes with a light-hearted discussion about running gear and future plans for the running community.


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