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Patrick Carroll

Bye Bye Marathon - Injury Setback

I should be racing in the Manchester marathon, instead I'm joining the masses who don't make a marathon start line due to injury.

Patrick Carroll

The Expert Guide To Strength Training For Runners

It was a pleasure to be interviewed by Nick Harris-Fry from Coach about all things strength training for runners. Nick is a highly...

Patrick Carroll

Base Building and 5k Racing

There's a general consensus that improving your performance in shorter races before getting into a marathon block is a good idea

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12 Months Running Injury Free

More running with less injuries...see how I managed this over the last 12 months.

Patrick Carroll

RTE Running Podcast - Strength Training for Runners

Brian is a running fanatic but a self confessed "disaster" for strength and conditioning work. In this chat we cover why you should...

Patrick Carroll

Runner's Diary Podcast - Strength Training for Runners

I was delighted to speak with Brian and Damian from the Runner's Diary Podcast about all things strength and conditioning. The interview...

Patrick Carroll

Nutrition for Runners with Sports Dietician Evan Lynch

I spoke with leading Sports Dietician Evan Lynch about all things nutrition for runners.

Patrick Carroll

Paris Marathon 2023

Follow my preparations for the Paris marathon. Training plans, S&C discussion, nutrition and injury management.

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"Shin Splints" Explained

Shin splints were the most requested topic to cover from a recent Instagram poll . I’m not surprised! They account for up to 17% of all...

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"Three Weeks Until my Half Ironman"

Denis had 3 weeks to go from ankle sprain to half Ironman - check out the rehabilitation programme we created to get him to the start line.

Patrick Carroll

Ultramarathon Review - Kerry Way Ultra Lite

I completed my first ultramarathon on September 4th 2021. The route was 58km from Sneem to Killarney in Kerry, Ireland. Questions from...

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Dealing with a Calf Tear

This is how I managed a calf tear while running. I include early stage protection, detailed rehab plans and a return to running guide.

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