#326 Conor O'Keeffe: From Fighting to Ultra Running & Building A Business

This week, we welcome Conor O'Keeffe ( @cokeeffe on Instagram), who shares his journey from fighting to ultra-running, overcoming mental health struggles, and launching a successful sports nutrition business, Altar. We get into his first marathon, chasing identity and external validation, overcoming injuries and surgeries, 100 Mile Runs, plus much more 15:00 From Fighter to Endurance Athlete 19:40 The Struggles of Identity and Mental Health 27:44 Finding Solace in Running 33:47 The Journey of Transformation 39:08 Lessons from the 100-Mile Challenge 45:15 Redefining Success and Health in Running 48:26 The Journey to Relevance Post-Surgery 53:06 Realisations and External Pressures 55:45 Finding Freedom in Family 59:47 Transitioning to Alter Nutrition 64:08 Defining Success in Business 74:24 The Growth of Speed Dust 83:24 Final Thoughts and Future Aspirations You can follow us on Instagram: @anygivenrundaypodcast Ultrapure Sports Recovery Kit is the perfect answer for post marathon training recovery. Check out Ultrapure.ie or shop here Get the AGR Ultrapure Sprint Bundle HERE with the exclusive AGR Bobble Hat!! If you've never had your VO₂ max or metabolism measured, there's a good chance you're training at the wrong intensity, missing valuable adaptations, or getting your race nutrition wrong. Health Matters replaces guesswork with data. With over 15 years of experience, they're one of Europe's most experienced performance testing providers. Find out more or book your test at myhealthmatters.ie . ALTAR Speed Dust is engineered to keep fuel in your tank so you can go faster, farther and longer than ever before. Use the code AGR15 to get 15% off at checkout (excludes bundles). altarfuel.com