An inspirational and transformative journey from a fed up Iron Maiden fan to an Ironman finisher finally at peace with himself, proof that it’s never too late to start.Motivational and inspiring fitness interviews with the unsung heroes of triathlon, endurance, swimming, cycling and running.
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About the host
Micky Collins hosts From Iron Maiden to Ironman, a sports show with 82 episodes published.
An overview of the Alpe d'Huez long distance triathlon with Stevie McKenna and Conor Maguire. Sponsored by: www.veloyelo.com www.feartheturtletricoaching.com www.vitalizeomagh.com Conway Cycles Omagh: 07435 768015
Shane King traces his journey from an Irish dancing lightweight youngster through track and field, inter-County Gaelic football, sports science, and Ironman finisher to the powerhouse endurance athlete he is today. Inspi
Sean Conway, of Fear the Turtle Triathlon Coaching, looks back over his epic triathlon charity challenges over the years. Sean has recently escaped from Alcatraz and dodged the sharks in San Francisco Bay but was certain
Micky reviews the 2026 Sheephaven 70.3 with age group winners (Oliver Harkin and Joe Hand) and podium finishers (Conor Maguire and Helen Perry). We get great insight into the top racers perspective on this epic event and
Paulo Ross looks back on his journey to the Ironman red carpet in Austria! Cross Fit, Paddle-boarding the Channel and conquering the Seven Peaks Challenge have all stood Paulo in good stead to take on the 140.6 of swim,
Micky talks to first timer Marty Loughran who completed Lanza as his first 140.6; we find out how Lars Ronning managed on his quest to qualify for Kona and Chris Wild hits the podium on his 20th attempt at his beloved “h
We catch up on 2 previous guests to see how they got on in future events discussed in the past. Finbarr McCann recalls the journey to the Omagh Half Marathon and is eyeing up para-triathlon and we chat with Gary Rea abou
Coach Steve Moody shares his journey from schoolboy rugby player to seasoned triathlete. Steve’s love for triathlon and his subsequent calling to coaching is evident with this passionate, energetic and enthusiastic discu
Following a freak accident that ultimately resulted in a below the knee amputation, Nicola Doran found herself drawn to sea to escape her pain and to feel free. Nicola found her therapy, her strength and redefined hersel
After covering the entire length of Ireland on foot, Fergal O’Donnell looks back at the triathlons, the marathons, the ultras, the double Ironman and the tens of thousands he has raised for charity, that all cemented his
Endurance Stu is the inspirational Instagram reincarnation of Stuart Helm that celebrates resilience, determination, grit and just showing up no matter what. But things weren’t always this way for Stuart as he discusses
Lyndsey Blair is many things - a Mum of 3, a multiple Ironman finisher, previous Team GB age group Triathlete and an Endurance Ocean Swimmer, but her most impressive attribute is her mindset. Self belief, discipline, pus
A chancy bet on a golfing trip sparked an unlikely journey into the world of endurance events for Belfast Boy, Gary Rea. Gary shares his journey through several Ironman events and how this has installed a self belief and
Becky Varnouse recounts how signing up for a charity 10km started a journey that would result in her completing x2 full distance Ironman triathlons in Barcelona and Portugal. Micky and Becky consider the advantages of a
April Yoho recounts her journey into triathlon and discusses the inspiring people and challenging circumstances that pushes her forward. Having completed multiple Half Distance triathlons and 5 full Ironmans, April is no
Andrew McCormick looks back on the journey that took him to Ironman Frankfurt and on to Ironman Wales, where an chat about an old yellow delivery van sparked a business idea that became Velo Yelo. Velo Yelo are a logisti
Micky Doherty shares his powerful, moving and emotional journey from the dark days of the Troubles in Derry, his suffering with bullying, mental health and addictions to a new found confidence and self belief in the worl
A quick look back over the year with a few extracts from some of the guests of 2025. Check out https://vitalizeomagh.com/ for those vitamin boosters and infusions as mentioned, and thanks to them for sponsoring the podca
Gerard Turbitt is the man to beat in Ireland in the 70+ age group category! There isn’t a multi sport National Title or gold medal that Gerard hasn’t won! Gerard has represented Ireland many times and has qualified and c
Danish athlete Lars Ronning shares his 20 year endurance journey documenting his triathlons, ultra marathons and extreme events across the world. Completing Ironman Lanzarote on his 40th birthday to completing a 400km Tr
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