This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we welcome Dr Aisling Farrell (@draislingfarrell on Instagram). Aisling has 10 years of clinical experience as a doctor, while she has also achieved a master’s in sports and exercise medicine at UCC, combining them both to launch Ireland’s first lifestyle medicine clinic specifically designed for athletes.03:57 Aisling's Athletic Journey05:58 CrossFit vs. High Rocks08:03 Challenges of Bikini Bodybuilding11:03 Balancing Career and Training12:24 Common Mistakes and Overtraining20:19 Importance of Sleep for Athletes27:01 Managing Post-Marathon Fatigue29:08 Mental Health Strategies for Athletes31:13 Navigating Diet and Nutrition Information36:10 Training Considerations for Women44:09 The Impact of Alcohol on Athletic Performance47:17 The Role of Lifestyle Medicine in Sports48:23 Final Thoughts and Contact InformationTo learn more about Aisling, check out her website: https://draislingfarrell.com/

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