Giving Construction A Voice.
Brand new episodes available to watch & listen EVERY Wednesday at 12pm.
Join founder of Construction Sport, Steve Kerslake, as he welcomes all sorts of guests to dive deep into the world of the construction industry and its faults, problems, strengths and controversies. Accompanied by the significant subject of mental & physical health, with the notion of sports & exercise being explored fully. Oh and we don't mind having a few laughs while we're at it too. So sit back, relax, and prepare to be entertained & educated.
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Giving Construction A Voice.
Brand new episodes available to watch & listen EVERY Wednesday at 12pm.
Join founder of Construction Sport, Steve Kerslake, as he welcomes all sorts of guests to dive deep into the world of the construction industry and its faults, problems, strengths and controversies. Accompanied by the significant subject of mental & physical health, with the notion of sports & exercise being explored fully. Oh and we don't mind having a few laughs while we're at it too. So sit back, relax, and prepare to be entertained & educated.
Watch on YouTube: https://shorturl.at/kd7Km
Listen on Spotify: https://shorturl.at/01uEq
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/Xap4X
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Our website: https://constructionsport.com/
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Episode #045 | Ben Banaghan
Ben Banaghan has been on construction sites from the age of 14. Now, as in RIGHT now, he’s out in Iceland attempting something unbelievable: running the full length of the country - approx 570km from north to south - in just 8 days. (8th - 15th September 2025)
This isn’t just about running. It’s about mental toughness, graft, and proving what’s possible when you come from a working-class background and push your limits.
If you’re in construction, trades, or the running world - this one will hit home. Ben’s journey is about more than sport. It’s about mental health, resilience, and showing working people what’s possible, & why it's worth doing.
If you'd like to show some support for Ben, please donate here ➡️ https://www.justgiving.com/page/ben-banaghan-running-for-construction-sport?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL
Follow Ben's journey ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/b_banaghan?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
Watch on YouTube! - https://youtu.be/LOjlmiYSDSs
Listen On Spotify! - https://open.spotify.com/episode/75TELLueBAQn9snQXU78Wb?si=mH3LGb4hSnCDrEq6crpaPw
Listen on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/from-building-sites-to-breaking-records-570km-in-eight/id1778487912?i=1000725878129
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⏲TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro! Ben’s Journey - in construction from 14, always been mad about sports.
02:31 Ben’s past experiences: Running the length of Ireland AND the UK!
09:01 So… Ben is RUNNING ICELAND! Logistics & how he’s feeling…
17:52 How Ben Deals with Injuries & Niggles + Applying for Guinness World Record
24:54 Ben’s experience with Mental Health Struggles in Construction, & Why sport works.
31:03 Dealing with Recovery & Fatigue + Calories In vs Out & Why food is so important.
38:59 More Logistics: Icelandic daylight and wildlife & rescue teams + Alcohol Ban?
43:14 Why Ben’s taking 4 pairs of Running Shoes to Iceland…
45:05 Ben’s Flight Plans + A word for the companies who have generously supported him.
49:06 The power of Social Media on big running adventures. (HardestGeezer in Africa)
53:19 Final Thoughts & Comments
57:20 Ben’s Target Pace & Heart Zones + Outro!
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