#269 Sian Seccombe: Marathon Nutrition, Fuelling, Training, and Injury Recovery

This week on the Any Given Runday Podcast, we have Sian Seccombe (@siansecc on Instagram). Sian has a masters in sports nutrition, is a marathon runner, a content creator who makes videos on the science behind your training and the host of The Fuelled Runner Podcast. Sian discusses her journey in sports, from her childhood involvement in various sports to her university days focused on netball and running. She shares insights into the importance of fuelling your body correctly for training, the misconceptions around weight loss and marathon training, and the significance of proper post-run nutrition. Sian also talks about her personal challenges with injuries and how she manages her training and recovery. 18:02 Introduction to Sian Seccombe 20:32 Sian"s Fitness and Endurance Training 24:08 Career Path and Passion for Nutrition 26:35 Metabolic Cost of Running 29:36 Training Plans and Common Mistakes 33:53 Fuelling and Nutrition for Runners 44:37 Post-Run Recovery and Hydration 56:25 Understanding Sodium and Electrolytes for Runners 60:48 Fuelling Strategies for High-Intensity Runs & Training Your Gut for Race Day 67:27 Psychological and Practical Tips for Using Gels 70:09 Essential Supplements for Runners 73:48 The Science and Benefits of Creatine 79:14 Managing Injuries and Training Setbacks We still have a few spaces left for our Marathon Trip to Barcelona in March 2026: https://www.anygivenrunday.com/marathon-trips And if you are interested in sharing YOUR Dublin Marathon Journey with us, click the link below for more details: https://forms.gle/pnf2qPs3pzM12XY47 You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcast Join us for our annual marathon trip abroad as we head back to Barcelona for 2026! Places are limited and you can find out more details by going to our website: https://www.anygivenrunday.com/marathon-trips You can now get 20% off all Perform Nutrition products, including their new Carb Gels, using the code 'AGR' at checkout PerformNutrition.com This episode is sponsored by ULTRAPURE Laboratories. Ask for the ULTRAPURE Laboratories Muscle Recovery range in your local Pharmacy or Health Store. Their ULTRAPURE Ice Cold Menthol Gel is  instant fast acting and cooling savior. You can also check out their muscle recovery range through their website: Ultrapurelabs.ie