{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6124895dbb5d5f00144569c1/672cd250a42e23dc4b5ba225?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"#38 Trailer for: Midlife Marathon - Is 58 really too late?","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6124895dbb5d5f00144569c1/1730990645448-06eef2f8-5c60-4214-b920-e369c124a8d8.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode Michelle and Patrick demystify the “wow” factor that surrounds the idea of running and finishing a marathon in midlife.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Patrick reflects on his recent experience of training for and completing the 2024 Dublin marathon.</p><p>Topics include:-</p><ul><li>Patrick’s one and only previous marathon experience at 18 (exactly 40 years ago)</li><li>Why Dublin and why Marie Curie, his chosen charity;</li><li>The unexpected mindset impact of donations;</li><li>The simplicity of his training plan, including strength training, recovery and nutrition</li><li>The mindset benefits of being an “older” runner</li><li>The importance of supporting and encouraging each other to keep fit as we age…and celebrating the challenge you set for yourself no matter how big or small</li></ul><p>Michelle and Patrick wish to thank everyone who supported Patrick whether verbally or via donations which totalled over £1,500 and, for those interested, Patrick’s time was 3 hours 44 mins, just 10 minutes longer than his marathon time when 18 years old...</p><p>If you have a challenge at the back of your mind we hope this chat will inspire you to take that small step towards achieving your goal, no matter how old you are.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Let’s talk on to walk on with Patrick and Michelle and see where it leads…</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to help build our community.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>More episodes and information on our offer:&nbsp;<a href=\"http://www.talkontowalkon.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.talkontowalkon.com</a></p><p>IG @talkontowalkon</p><p>FB @Talkontowalkon</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>#dublinmarathon #midlifeto100 #midliferunner #midlifepodcast #midlifeconversations #midlifecouple #midlifemindset #midlifefitness #lifeafter50 #midlife #midlifewellness #marathontips</p>","author_name":"Michelle Walters"}