#316 Lawrence Mooney: Double Hip Replacement Marathons & A Second Chance
09 February 2026

#316 Lawrence Mooney: Double Hip Replacement Marathons & A Second Chance

Any Given Runday

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In this episode, Lawrence Mooney shares his incredible journey from being an active triathlete and marathon runner to facing significant health challenges, including hip replacements and getting a second chance at life. 

He discusses his transition into triathlon, the barriers he overcame in swimming, marathons, and running marathons despite having a double hip replacement. We also discuss the events that led to him being able to join the podcast, surviving against the odds and share his story. 

13:00 Introduction to Lawrence's Journey
15:03 The Transition from Sports to Triathlon
18:07 Overcoming Swimming Barriers
21:02 The Challenge of Long-Distance Events
23:58 Incorporating Reformer Pilates into Training
27:08 Marathon Experiences and Training Strategies
29:56 The Benefits of Multi-Sport Training
33:02 Navigating Hip Replacements and Recovery
35:49 Mental Resilience in Endurance Sports
41:16 Marathon Reflections and Personal Challenges
45:30 Getting a Second Chance
52:33 Surviving Against the Odds
58:34 Awareness and Prevention
63:50 Life After a Near-Death Experience

You can listen to this week's episode of the Any Given Runday podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and wherever you get your podcasts from



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