Middle of the Pack Podcast

The Middle of the Pack Podcast, your go-to source for all things running! Padraig shares his personal running journey, revealing the ups and downs of training, racing, and balancing life as a middle-of-the-pack runner. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned marathoner, this podcast offers practical tips, honest gear reviews, and engaging conversations with fellow runners chasing progress, not perfection.

Middle of the Pack Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by @middleofthepackpodcast, with 54 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

@middleofthepackpodcast hosts Middle of the Pack Podcast, a sports show with 54 episodes published.

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  Episode #55

  Don't forget to listen...Good luck : The Chaz Fella’s Story

  Aug 18, 202632 min

  Episode 55 features Charlie "Chaz" Lillis discussing his switch from GAA to running after knee surgery, his rapid progress from 5K to marathon, and his goals for the Dublin Marathon. He also talks about the Malin-to-Mizen fundraising walk for CUH for family friend "Tubbs", training and fueling strategies, shoe choices, and sharing the journey on social media. A real inspiring guy with a passion for sport, health & fitness and having a good time. "Don't forget to listen...Good luck"

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  Episode #54

  You’ll Never Regret a Run—Maeve O’Hagan on Runs, Clubs & Community (Ep. 54)

  Aug 11, 202630 min

  Episode 54 of the Middle of the Pack podcast features Maeve O’Hagan describing how she started running during COVID, joined a club, and progressed from parkruns to completing multiple marathons including Cork, Belfast and Edinburgh. Maeve shares training and fueling tips (including gels, hydration and pacing), the mental-health benefits of running, and how club support and community helped her improve and enjoy racing. Stay tuned for podcast merch and gear updates from The Middle of the Pack podcast.

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  Episode #53

  Project Ireland - Paddy McClintock’s Epic Run: 700km for 'Check In On A Mate'

  Aug 4, 202630 min

  Episode 53 features 23-year-old Paddy McClintock, who ran the length of Ireland over 14 days to raise funds and awareness for his charity Check In On A Mate. He shares his journey from rugby and Ironmans to planning and completing Project Ireland, the logistical challenges, injuries, and the mindset behind ultra-endurance efforts. Paddy explains how the charity grew from run clubs and school talks into a program teaching mental health awareness and peer support. The episode highlights the power of movement to open conversations, how to check in on friends, and where listeners can learn more or get involved. https://checkinonamate.com/ INSTA Check in on a mate. (@checkinonamate) Patrick Mcclintock (@paddy.mcclintock)

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  Episode #52

  13 Weeks to Dublin: A Practical Marathon Plan for Real-Life Runners

  Jul 28, 202632 min

  Episode 52 is a 13-week, no-nonsense guide for middle of the pack runners preparing for the Dublin Marathon. It covers setting A/B/C goals, building a realistic weekly plan around four key sessions, long-run strategies, strength work, recovery, nutrition, and race-day mindset. The episode focuses on consistency over perfection, practical tips for balancing training with life, and encouragement to trust the process—plus an invitation to share your marathon journey on the podcast. Email me MOTPIRE@gmail.com

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  Episode #51

  Project 222: Witnessing Josh Kerr's Mile World Record in London

  Jul 21, 202630 minS2

  Episode 51 captures a day at the London Diamond League where Josh Kerr’s Project 222 mile world record stole the show. The host and members of Eagle AC share voice notes and reactions, reliving the electric atmosphere at the Olympic Stadium. The episode also celebrates standout performances from Irish athletes like Mark English and Sarah Healy, and highlights the camaraderie of clubmates traveling together to witness elite athletics up close.

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