The Coeliac Society of Ireland is to mark its 50th anniversary by attempting to set a record for having the world’s largest ever gluten free internet tea party. The Society wants people with coeliac disease who are in lockdown or cocooning to logon to a Zoom tea party on 14th May to support each other and share […]
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People urged to ‘Think Coeliac’ amid challenging times as Society celebrates 50 years helping thousands live gluten free
The Coeliac Society of Ireland is to mark its 50th anniversary by attempting to set a record for having the world’s largest ever gluten free internet tea party. The Society wants people with coeliac disease who are in lockdown or cocooning to logon to a Zoom tea party on 14th May to support each other and share […]
Cork Becomes Ireland’s Vegan Capital, April 25th, 2020
Cork Vegfest Saturday 25th April, 10 am – 6 pm Cork City Hall, Anglesea street, Cork Cork Vegfest, Cork’s vegan event of 2020, happens on April 25th. It’s a celebration of vegan food and lifestyle. Food hall full of the very best vegan cuisine all day. Expect vegan cheeses, falafels, burgers, hot dogs, ice […]
Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail Walking Festival
The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail is a 63km walking trail that was founded in 2009 by the Tochar Valley Rural Commuity Network (TVRCN). The emphasis of the project was to generate local income for small farm holdings and the local community, between the villages of Balla and Murrisk in County Mayo. Back in 1997 a […]
10k Trilogy challenges runners to hit the heights around capital
Runners of all ability are being urged to hit the heights around Dublin with the launch of the 2020 John West Gaelforce 10K Trilogy. Entries are now open for the extraordinary three-peak 10k trail runs on some of the highest scenic points around the capital. Stunning views combine with wonderfully varied terrain on the […]
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Lockdown providing relief for childhood inactivity epidemic suggests new poll
THE LOCKDOWN may be providing some relief for the ‘global epidemic’ of childhood inactivity while also helping fight the Coronavirus, suggests a new poll into British families’ daily activities during the pandemic. Before the Coronavirus crisis set in the World Health Organisation was warning that four in five 11- to 17-year-olds around the world are not doing […]
Ireland’s first FULL Indoor Ironman fundraiser for Crumlin Children’s Hospital #Ironman4crumlin
Ian Purcell who is based in Clonmel, Co. Tipperary and his friend Kevin Ryan completed Ireland’s first full indoor Ironman last Sunday 3rd May. Ian explains how it all came about. “One of my children got diagnosed with Melanoma last August and the doctors and nurses in Crumlin Children’s Hospital were just incredible. Over the last […]
Weekend’s guide to Red Bull TV – Surfing (in Ireland), Kayaking, Mountain Biking and Snowboarding
This weekend’s guide to Red Bull TV provides the ultimate at home escape for those dreaming of travel and adventure; treat yourself to extraordinary surfing scenes off the coast of Ireland, embark on an expedition of a lifetime through Wyoming, follow the compelling success story of one of the greatest mountain bikers in history and […]
TAG Heuer Connected Watch – Tailored For At-Home and Outdoor Fitness
TAG Heuer pioneered the luxury connected watch segment in 2015 and has since introduced a variety of models, most recently the Connected Modular Golf Edition in 2019. With the third generation of its visionary Connected timepiece, TAG Heuer makes a design and technological statement that further solidifies its position as leader of the luxury connected […]
Genetics not enough to make an athlete, expert warns
Hereditary aspects alone don’t make a good sportsman’, says expert, revealing sports success wholly depends on how nature and nurture interact. A new study shows that an amateur footballer has a 0.13% higher chance of going pro if a family member has played the game previously. Despite this, the study found that the average person […]
Legendary Irish football manager Mick McCarthy launches Beacon Hospital’s new Sports Lab
Beacon Hospital has today strengthened its position as one of the country’s leading sports medicine clinics, unveiling its new Sports Lab. Launched by legendary Republic of Ireland football manager Mick McCarthy and headed up by Dr Alan Byrne, the Republic of Ireland’s Senior International Team Physician and Consultant in Sports and Exercise Medicine at […]
Triathlon Ireland CEO Chris Kitchen to Step Down
Following a highly successful seven years in charge, Triathlon Ireland CEO Chris Kitchen has announced his decision to step down from the organisation. Mr Kitchen will depart from his position in September of this year, with a successor expected to be appointed in the summer to allow for a period of transition. During his time […]
Irish Health and Fitness Company Lead the Way Again in Ireland’s ‘Top 30 Best Workplaces’
Recently, the Irish owned Aura Holohan Group were officially ranked in the Great Places To Work ‘Top 30 Best Workplaces’ for the fourth year in a row and are the only company in the Health and Fitness sector to make the list. As one of the smaller companies in the category, the group have come in strong at number 22, against some of the biggest multi-national companies […]
Vhi gives sporting chance to young people living in disadvantaged communities
Five youth groups were today awarded funding by Vhi to deliver a ‘Run for Fun’ programme as the company seeks to give a sporting chance to over 100 young people from underserved communities in Dublin, Donegal, Kilkenny and Limerick. The ‘Run for Fun’ programme was created by Vhi, in partnership with Irish Youth Foundation, […]