Something new in 2022

In 2021 my goal was to take on open water swimming for the full year, from the cold months at the start of the year to the cold months at the end I managed to get into open water pretty much every week once, twice or three times a week. Now I had to think what challenge would I set in 2022.

It’s not all about mileage, goals and PBs

If 2021 has taught me anything it is that sometimes you can’t do it all. A growing family, a son wanting to try more activities and a new role in work has meant most of what I set out to achieve in 2021 didn’t happen

Time to test out Gel-Kayano 28

I have been wearing Gel-Kayano for 10 versions now. They have been my go to shoe since I started running and after I got my 1st pair of Gel-Kayano 18 I'm always looking forward to see what the next version will be like.

Going from team sport to individual sports

For me and many kids growing up we found ourselves involved in team sports. From as soon as I could I was playing Gaelic Football and hurling with my local club and my love affair with sport started.

It's Worth Joining the FrontRunner Team

So people may ask why is it worth joining the ASICS FrontRunner team. Here I cover some of the main reasons why you should join the team

So How Has Your 2020 Been?

2020 was going to be a big year for me. It was finally time to take on Ironman, another World Major Marathon to tackle in Berlin and my now annual trip to Dublin for my favourite marathon. My main worry back in January was making sure I would stay fit and race ready, soon it was making sure I stayed fit and healthy.

The GEL-KAYANO is My Shoe of Choice

When I started running it took me a few attempts to find the right shoe but when I did I never turned back. The shoe I found was the GEL-KAYANO 18 and ever since I look forward to the next versions when they come out. So I was delighted to get a chance to test the GEL-KAYANO 27

The Metaracer is a game changer

I have been waiting with excitement for these shoes since they were first announced, seeing sneak previews of them as athletes tested them made me want them even more. So at midnight on the day they were released I was online to make sure I ordered myself a pair. Delivery was fast and I planned my run around the time the delivery company were arriving.

Time to Test the GEL-DS TRAINER 25

After being a huge fan of of the 24s and using them in races from 5km to half marathons I was excited to give the 25s ago. When I took them out of the box I wasn't blown away by the colour but if they performed as well as the 24s then that is all that matters.

Rise & Shine for Early Morning Runs

There are two type of people out there, early birds and people who like their sleep. When it comes to training you have to fit it in around life. For me that means it is usually an early rise to get it in before work and keeps free time for my family in the evenings.

Things to Know When Running this Winter

It is that time of the year when day light is hard to come by when training but you still have to get out there and do it. You really need to put some thought into your route, clothing and expectations. Here are some tips to make sure you are ready for winter running.

Lost Sheep Middle Distance

Voted one of the toughest middle distance race in Europe, The Lost Sheep was my A race for the year

GEL-KAYANO 26 Review

It is that time of the year again the next edition of the GEL-KAYANO are here. This time it is 26. How do they compare to previous versions?

One Year as an ASICS FrontRunner

I was lucky to be chosen as a member of the UK & Ireland ASICS FrontRunner team in 2018. It was an epic year with plenty of events and meetups. Here is how the year went for me

Dungarvan Olympic Distance Tri

Trying to fit a triathlon into the middle of Dublin Marathon training was always going to be hard but add some injuries during the build up made it less than ideal but I still wanted to go out and enjoy myself.

Dublin Marathon 2018

Frontrunner UK & Ireland meet up, 32 minute PB in the marathon, top pacer and a lost tooth during the race - yes you read that right. It was a great weekend to be in Dublin.

Jailbreak Tri

My 1st Olympic Distance Race of the year held by Cobh Tri Club. The swim is the stand out part of this tri as you swim 1700m from the former prison island of Spike to Cobh across the world's second largest natural harbour. And if I have any energy left I guess I better bike and run as well.

The GEL-451 Shoe Review

Triathlons aren't won in transition but they definitely can be lost there and the Gel-451 makes it so much easier in T2 to get out on the road as quick as possible.

How I Got into Triathlons

With triathlon season very close to starting for me, a question I'm regularly asked is how I got into triathlons. Here I describe the long path into tri which I'm so glad I took

DYNAFLYTE 2 Review

A light shoe packed with GEL Cushioning