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Cranky Coach Cranky Coach a Personal Training & Running coaching business run by Kieran McKeown Team training and fitness testing available on site.

We specialise in all aspects of fitness training which includes functional training for sports people, weight loss, beginners fitness programmes, injury prevention and recovery. We can help you with lifestyle changes which will improve your overall fitness levels and general health status.

Cranky Coach🏁 Cranky Coach Race Report – Churchtown South 4 MileEast Cork β€’ July 24, 2025A big well done to the five Cra...
26/07/2025

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🏁 Cranky Coach Race Report – Churchtown South 4 Mile

East Cork β€’ July 24, 2025

A big well done to the five Cranky Coach athletes who made the trip to the Cork home of road racing in East Cork β€” a place steeped in over 40 years of racing tradition and fierce battles. It was great to see one of those classic races back on the calendar last night in Churchtown South, and our guys showed up ready to race.

β˜€οΈ The evening brought sunshine, strong winds, and a tough course, but the Cranky squad delivered big performances across the board.

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πŸ… Keith Kelly
5th Overall – 22:13
Keith was first across the line for the group, toughing it out through the full 4 miles despite carrying a few niggles. A gritty, gutsy run β€” fifth place overall is serious going!

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πŸ… Kieran McKeown
22:41 – 1st M50
CiarΓ‘n continues to build sharpness and race rhythm, and it showed with a strong finish and the win in the Over-50 category. The momentum is building nicely!

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πŸƒ Diarmuid McNamara
23:15 – Strong Run (with bonus warm-up: Number Hunt)
A solid, hard-fought effort from Diamuid on a challenging night β€” and he spent most of it looking for his race number πŸ˜‚ again ! πŸ˜‚

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πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ Zena Mullane
26:13 – 6th Overall Female, 1st F35
Zina is going from strength to strength β€” another fantastic run, finishing 6th overall and 1st Over-35. Confidence, form, and fitness all on the rise.

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πŸƒ Liam Daly
30:47 – Solid Performance
Liam put in a great run on a deceptively tough course. He’s showing consistent form race after race β€” big well done on another strong outing.

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πŸ‘ A big shout-out to all the Cranky Coach guys who raced last night in Churchtown South.

Tough conditions, no easy miles, but top performances across the board.

Cranky coach Onward. πŸ’ͺ

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Cranky Coach at Grange Fermoy 4-Mile πŸƒβ€β™€οΈOne of the best 4-mile races of the year, the Grange Fermoy 4-Mile deliver...
19/07/2025

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Cranky Coach at Grange Fermoy 4-Mile πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

One of the best 4-mile races of the year, the Grange Fermoy 4-Mile delivered a tough course with a couple of challenging hills β€” but that didn’t stop our crew of 14 from putting in some fantastic performances and landing a string of PBs and podium finishes!

πŸ‘ Huge thanks to the team at Grange Fermoy AC for organising a top-class event once again.

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πŸ”₯ Top Performers & Highlights:
β€’ Breeda McGinn – 24:18, 2nd Woman Overall, PB by 30 seconds πŸ₯ˆπŸ”₯
The highlight of the night β€” two brilliant runs in three days. Breeda is on a serious roll!
β€’ Liam O’Connor – 22:03, 5th Overall, 1st Over 50, First Local Athlete πŸ†
Another incredible performance from Liam, adding his name to the famous Grange Fermoy plate πŸ₯‡
β€’ Kieran McKeown – 22:43, 9th Overall, 2nd Over 50
A solid run while building race fitness.
β€’ Diarmuid McNamara – 22:55, 2nd Over 35
Excellent race from Diarmuid, running strongly over the hills.
β€’ Declan O’Donoghue – 22:57, PB πŸŽ‰
Huge breakthrough for Declan with a well-earned personal best.
β€’ Shane Whealy – 22:58
Another strong run β€” Shane is flying!
β€’ Andy Goulding – 23:07
Gaining race sharpness and improving week by week.
β€’ Padraig Sheehan – 24:32, 1st Over 60 πŸ₯‡
Age-group win for Padraig with a commanding performance.
β€’ Zena Mullane – 26:13, 5th Woman Overall, 1st Over 35, PB πŸŽ‰
Zena continues to go from strength to strength β€” a superb run!
β€’ Cathal Kelleher – 26:58
An excellent run from Cathal β€” strong pacing and a great result.
β€’ Sarah Goulding – 27:31, 2nd Over 35
Making a welcome return to racing β€” great to see Sarah back on the start line.
β€’ Vicky Lehane – 29:05, 2nd Over 50
Brilliant run from Vicky β€” strong and composed throughout.
β€’ Enda Kiernan – 29:19
Second race in three days as he builds back race fitness.
β€’ Gwen Conroy – 30:06
A great performance from Gwen, returning to racing with determination and grit on a tough course.

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πŸ‘ A big well done to all 14 runners β€” they continue to go from strength to Strength

πŸ’₯ Cranky Coach Race ReportBHAA Gas Networks 5K β€” Wednesday, July 17On a wet summer evening in Cork, one of the biggest a...
17/07/2025

πŸ’₯ Cranky Coach Race Report

BHAA Gas Networks 5K β€” Wednesday, July 17

On a wet summer evening in Cork, one of the biggest and best BHAA races of the year lit up the roads β€” the Gas Networks Ireland 5K. Despite the drizzle, spirits were high and competition was fierce.

And once again, Cranky Coach was out in numbers β€” 10 athletes racing, all showing the grit, focus, and sharpness that comes from consistent, structured training.

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🏁 Cranky Coach Results – Top Performers

πŸ₯‰ Paul Cotter – 17:25
A brilliant run to secure 3rd place in the M50 category β€” controlled from start to finish and right up there with the best.

πŸ₯ˆBreeda McGinn – 18:22
A fantastic performance, earning 2nd place in the Over-40s. Sharp pacing, serious strength β€” a standout run from Breeda .

πŸ”₯ Paul O’Brien – 18:05
Moving smoothly and racing with real intent β€” one of Paul’s best performances of the season.

⚑ John Cronin – 18:20
An excellent run from John, building race fitness and finishing strong. Great signs of what’s ahead.

πŸ’ͺ Conor Friel – 18:24
Back on the start line and right back in the mix β€” a solid return and strong progression.

πŸ” Jim O’Byrne – 19:04
Returning to racing with trademark focus and effort. A strong marker laid down in tough conditions.

🧱 Pat O’Connor – 19:52
Mr. Consistency delivers again β€” solid, reliable, and building well through summer.

πŸ” John O’Sullivan – 21:51
Brilliant to see John back racing after recovering from a broken hand β€” back in action and on the road again.

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Endy Kiernan – 22:36
Smart pacing and a gutsy finish from Endy β€” the work is clearly paying off.

πŸ’« Una Daly – 24:00
Strong, committed running from Una in challenging conditions. A real confidence-builder.

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πŸ™Œ Ten Runners, One Team β€” That’s Cranky Coach πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸ₯‡πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

Every athlete gave it their all β€” no excuses, just effort. From PBs to returns from injury, this race showed what Cranky Coach is all about: progress, consistency, and support.

If you’re training for autumn races β€” whether it’s 5Ks or marathons β€” and you want structure, focus, and results, Cranky Coach has space for a few new athletes.

πŸ“² Message now to join the team. You bring the effort, we’ll bring the plan.

Peter Kay 😊
12/07/2025

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*Cranky Coach Race Report: by Aidan o Driscoll πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸ₯‡*Tracton AC 4 Mile Road Race*The scenic village of Minane Bridge cam...
12/07/2025

*Cranky Coach Race Report: by Aidan o Driscoll πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸ₯‡
*Tracton AC 4 Mile Road Race*
The scenic village of Minane Bridge came alive on Friday evening as over 280 runners gathered for the annual Tracton AC 4 Mile Road Race. The evening heat was concerning as we headed into registration at the Tracton Arts & Community Centre, which served as race HQ. You know what you are signing up for with this race - hills, more hills, downhills and long pulls – all in the space of 4 miles and it’s usually hot which it was!

Now in its fourth year, the event has grown in popularity, drawing serious club athletes and recreational runners alike. 15mins climb to the start line gets the quads warmed up anyway. Cloud cover came in with about 15mins before the race which helped quell the temperatures. Off we went bang on at 8pm – well organised!

First mile was a couple of up and downs , then you’re gradually going up until you reach halfway and then you drop the gas as it’s a fast downhill, it really does give it back once you put the effort going up. The dry sea mist that came in didn’t help with the dead heat but kept the consistency and have Kierans β€˜Dig Deep’ mentality locked in. Long stretch for the last mile then with a small pull at the end before you turned the corner and drove for home.

Nice crowds around the place with high fives from kids as you came to the end. Back down the hill then for a fine spread by the team there – super community effort. First time I’ve seen the prize giving outdoors – great to see as the hall would have been a sweatbox. All in all, a great evening – you can’t beat summer racing!!

*Cranky Crew Results*
Declan O’Donoghue 18th 00:23:51 πŸ…
Adrian O’Driscoll 21st 00:24:02 πŸŽ–
Pat O’Connor 68th 00:28:14 πŸ…

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08/07/2025

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07/07/2025

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πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Cranky Coach Running Group πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ
Chasing a PB? Training for Dublin or an autumn marathon?
This is your moment.

If you want to train with purpose, avoid injury, and get real results β€” you’re in the right place.

Join the Cranky Coach Running Group β€” the team behind hundreds of PBs from 5K to marathon.

πŸ‘Š Led by Kieran McKeown β€” full-time running coach with 20+ years of experience and 38 years of racing in the legs. National title winner. Still racing. Still learning. Still getting results.

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πŸ’₯ What you get:
βœ… Personalised weekly training plans β€” built just for you
βœ… Strength & Conditioning β€” to build resilience, not just fitness
βœ… Rehab support β€” bounce back smarter, not slower
βœ… Weekly check-ins & WhatsApp coaching β€” no guesswork, no fluff

πŸ”₯ SPECIAL OFFER β€” THIS WEEK ONLY
Get 20% OFF coaching when you join using code JULY12
🚨 Only 3 discounted places available
(After that, it’s full price for the final spot!)

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We coach real runners. We keep it simple. We get results.

If you’re serious about Dublin β€” or any autumn race β€” this is the time to level up.

πŸ“© DM here or text/call Kieran McKeown on 087‑641‑2662 to claim your place.

πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Let’s get to work β€” and get you that PB.

βΈ»πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ LAST FEW SPOTS – 16 Weeks to Dublin Marathon! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈWant to run your best marathon ever in Dublin this October? 🟒 Th...
06/07/2025

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πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ LAST FEW SPOTS – 16 Weeks to Dublin Marathon! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

Want to run your best marathon ever in Dublin this October? 🟒 This is your perfect starting point – 16 weeks out means just enough time to build smart, train hard, and peak right on the start line.

Join the Cranky Coach Running Group – where serious runners get personalised training, S&C support, and race-day-ready results.

βœ… Custom marathon plan tailored to your level & goals
βœ… Weekly feedback & coaching check-ins
βœ… Injury prevention & rehab support
βœ… Proven results with sub-3, sub-3:30, sub-4 hour athletes
βœ… Special Discount for the final few spots!

You bring the commitment – we’ll bring the structure, knowledge, and coaching to help you hit your next level.

πŸ“… Training starts this week – don’t wait.
πŸ“© DM me β€œDublin16” to grab your spot now.

Cranky CoachπŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ LAST FEW SPOTS – 16 Weeks to Dublin Marathon! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈWant to run your best marathon ever in Dublin this Oc...
05/07/2025

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πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ LAST FEW SPOTS – 16 Weeks to Dublin Marathon! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

Want to run your best marathon ever in Dublin this October? 🟒 This is your perfect starting point – 16 weeks out means just enough time to build smart, train hard, and peak right on the start line.

Join the Cranky Coach Running Group – where serious runners get personalised training, S&C support, and race-day-ready results.

βœ… Custom marathon plan tailored to your level & goals
βœ… Weekly feedback & coaching check-ins
βœ… Injury prevention & rehab support
βœ… Proven results with sub-3, sub-3:30, sub-4 hour athletes
βœ… Special Discount for the final few spots!

You bring the commitment – we’ll bring the structure, knowledge, and coaching to help you hit your next level.

πŸ“… Training starts this week – don’t wait.
πŸ“© DM me β€œDublin16” to grab your spot now.

Let’s go get it.
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Cranky Coach 🟧 Want to run a PB ? πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ₯‡β€οΈStarting to train for a marathon?Want to learn how to get the best bang for...
05/07/2025

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Want to run a PB ? πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ₯‡β€οΈ
Starting to train for a marathon?
Want to learn how to get the best bang for your buck?

If you’re running the Dublin Marathon β€” or any autumn marathon β€” and you want to train with purpose, this is your moment.

Join the Cranky Coach Running Group β€” the team behind hundreds of PBs from 5K to marathon.
Led by Kieran McKeown, a full-time coach with over 20 years’ experience, and a runner with 38 years of racing behind him. Winner of multiple national titles and still going strong.

πŸ’₯ What you get:
βœ… Weekly personalised training plans (not generic downloads)
βœ… Strength & Conditioning to build durability
βœ… Rehab guidance and support when things go wrong
βœ… Weekly check-ins, WhatsApp support & smart adjustments

We keep it simple. We coach real runners. We get results.

🚨 Only 4 places available
If you’re ready to take your training seriously β€” now’s the time.

πŸ“© DM here or text/call Kieran McKeown on 087‑641‑2662 to grab your place πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™‚οΈβ€οΈ

Cranky CoachGreat to make the trip last night to Dundrum, near Cashel, for the always-excellent Dundrum Coilte 10K. With...
03/07/2025

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Great to make the trip last night to Dundrum, near Cashel, for the always-excellent Dundrum Coilte 10K. With a bit of race sharpness still to come, I was absolutely delighted to come away as first man over 50 on the night.

It’s a race I’ve always enjoyedβ€”fast course, great atmosphere, and some strong memories of good runs here over the years. Last night was no different. A really lovely, enjoyable evening of running.

A big shoutout to my good friend Paul Cashman who ran a fantastic PBβ€”brilliant stuff

As we get older, the biggest win is simply to still be out there racing, running, and enjoying nights like this. πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ₯‡

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