Dr Sinead Kane: "Whatever decision you make in the next few seconds can change your life"
Our guest today on What A Woman Podcast is the indomitable Dr Sinead Kane, a double Guinness World Record Holder, Ultra Runner & Athlete and a qualified lawyer with two PhD's who is visually impaired and registered as legally blind. We talk about: - Growing up with a visual impairment - Severe bulling at school and its long-term impact - What attracted Sinead to study law - Overcoming workplace discrimination - Becoming an Ultra Runner at 30 - Being at a very low place and overcoming that - How Sinead stays motivated 'How badly do you want your goals?' This is a question you will be asking yourself after this conversation with Sinead who has had to overcome significant challenges in life to achieve the amazing goals that she set herself. Sinead has represented Ireland at ultra-distances and she is the first Irish female to compete in the World Marathon Challenge which is 7 marathons on 7 continents within 7 days. Her next challenge is to qualify for the Paralympics. Follow Sinead: www.sineadkane.ie @kanesinead777
What A Woman Podcast
Inspiring conversations with a diverse group of women that have achieved great things across different professions. Including guests like Jacqui Hurley, Carol Brick, Ciara Griffin, Louise Galvin, Louise Quill, Elaine Burrows Dillane, Caitriona O' Sullivan and more! We discuss how they achieved their goals or childhood dreams, the sacrifices they made and the resilience they needed to get to where they are now to encourage us all to get the best out of ourselves.
- No. of episodes: 50
- Latest episode: 2024-06-26
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