#48: Norman Mawhinney on how he became British, Irish and World marathon champion in 2023 at the age of 65

Today's guest Norman Mawhinney, has had an incredible year in 2023 becoming not only British, Irish and World marathon champion but also Irish champion at every distance from 5k to marathon.

We talk about his journey from starting out running as a challenge from a friend at the age of 51 to struggling and then breaking through in the marathon to excelling in 7 marathons in 2023.

We explore Norman's training, nutrition and mindset going into and during races and also talk about how he has inspired others to get involved in running through parkrun, couch to 5k programs and at Run Hub in Newtownards.

To follow Norman's RunHub page go to:

https://www.facebook.com/runormanrun/

For information on the upcoming couch to 5k programs starting in January 2024 please visit:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064559447713

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