Any Given Runday

#285 Emmet McNamara: From Jockey To Runner, World Masters Running Championships, 15 min 5ks and More

🎧 1h 14m · 15 Sept 2025
Any Given Runday
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#285 Emmet McNamara: From Jockey To Runner, World Masters Running Championships, 15 min 5ks and More
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In this episode of the Any Given Runday podcast, Emmet McNamara (@emmet.mcnamara on Instagram) shares his unique journey from being a successful jockey to becoming a competitive runner with a 15:03 5k to his name. He discusses the challenges and mindset required in both sports, the importance of coaching with Emmet Dunleavy and structured training, training with Fethard AC and representing Ireland in the World Masters Running Championships. Emmet also highlights the accessibility of mountain ...