After conquering the 10km Wild Running course at the Summer WOLF, 81-year-old Mark Buteux became The WOLF Run’s oldest runner. Buteux took up running 23 years ago with the simple intention of keeping fit and having fun. Two years ago, Buteux was diagnosed with cancer. Some might have taken time away from their weekly exercise routines but, going against the grain, … [Read more...]
One of Ireland’s longest one day swims officially launched for 2017
The 12th annual Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim in aid of Cancer Care West happening on Saturday 22nd July was officially launched with the first time trial at Blackrock on Saturday 3rd June last. Officially one of Ireland's biggest and longest one day swims, this year over 100 swimmers will swim 13km across the bay to raise funds … [Read more...]
FREE Junior Mixed Relay at Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon on Sunday 28th May
As the clock ticks ever closer to the biggest triathlon festival in the West of Ireland in 2017 next weekend, Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon are offering FREE entry to their Junior Mixed Relay event on Sunday 28th May. With a jam packed schedule of triathlon racing across the 2 days on the grounds of the stunning, lakeshore estate in Galway, the Junior Mixed Relay for 8 – 12 … [Read more...]
Over 1,500 Athletes Expected at Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon 27th and 28th May 2017
This weekend in Galway sees the open water triathlon season really get underway with Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon hosting 12 races for adults and children with over 1,500 athletes expected to descend on the lake shore castle estate. In an exciting new addition to the event in Galway, the now two day triathlon festival sees the introduction of the Adult Mixed Relay … [Read more...]
Ballyhoura Active Duathlon 24th June 2017
Ballyhoura Active Duathlon takes place on Saturday 24th June 2017 at Ballyhoura Mountain Bike Park Ardpatrick Co.Limerick. Details:- Run 4km-Cycle 6km-Run 2km Venue: Ballyhoura Mountain Bike Park Ardpatrick Co.Limerick Date: Saturday 24th June 2017 Start Time: 10.00am Event registration 09:00am Entry Fee 25 Euro. Mountain bike required Chip Timing Prizes on the … [Read more...]
Ireland’s only Mental Health and Wellbeing Summit is back this year…bigger and better!
Following on from the extraordinary success of last year’s first ever “Mental Health and Wellbeing Summit”, the event is back this year and is set to be even bigger and better. Last year’s Summit trended on Twitter in Ireland for 2 days and attracted attendees from all sectors – from top level executives at blue chip corporates to the general public to State bodies and students … [Read more...]
Join The Wild Atlantic Mizen Cycle
ONE of Ireland's most scenic charity cycles sets off from beautiful Bantry in West Cork on Saturday, July 8th next taking in some of the most breathtaking Wild Atlantic Way vistas in the country and all in aid of local charities. Now in its 14th year, the Wild Atlantic Mizen Cycle (formerly The West Cork Emergency Services & Friends Charity Cycle) is organised by the … [Read more...]
NIFMA Mr & Miss EUROPE Fitness Model Championships
The NIFMA Mr & Miss EUROPE Fitness Model Championships take place on Sunday 11th June 2017 in Ards Leisure Centre, Newtownards, Co. Down. The Categories & Age Classes are as follows:- •Mr Beach Body •Mr Athletic •Mr Physique... •Mr Muscle •Mr Body Transformation •Mr Body Art •Mr Fashion/Formal •Mr & Miss Couples •Miss Beach Body •Miss Bikini •Miss … [Read more...]
Popular Tallaght Hospital Charity Cycle event launches for 2017
The hugely successful Tallaght Hospital Charity Cycle has been launched for 2017, with all interested cyclists encouraged to register. The Summer 99 – 2017 Charity Cycle takes place on Saturday 17th June, with the aim of raising vital funds for the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Tallaght Hospital. There are 200 places available on the cycle, and … [Read more...]
WellFest opening its gates to kids with new WellKids area
WellFest has announced details of their new dedicated kids area that will feature at this year’s festival, which is taking place on May 6th and 7th in Herbert Park. Sponsored by Irish Life Health, WellKids will host activities over the course of the festival that are specifically for kids to enjoy. The new WellKids zone means parents can bring their little ones … [Read more...]