The rising popularity of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) in recent years could put certain individuals at serious health risks, according to a North East academic whose scientific research has led him to update his handbook on the subject. Morc Coulson, a sports and exercise lecturer at the University of Sunderland, has been involved in the health and … [Read more...]
Team USA Swimming CEO to cross Galway Bay
The 12th annual Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim in aid of Cancer Care West happening on Saturday 22nd July is this year attracting some international attention! This year the swim has attracted local, national and international swimmers and attention with the newly appointed USA Swimming CEO and President Tim Hinchey coming to take on the … [Read more...]
The only way is up….. scaling new heights for Cancer Care West
Originally from Bray in Co. Wicklow but living in Galway for the past 7 years, 29-year-old Radiation Therapist Aisling McDonnell will scale new heights for local charity Cancer Care West this July. After taking part in too many adventure races to mention and enjoying long distance running, Aisling has now set the challenge of climbing Kilimanjaro. She will scale the mountain … [Read more...]
Commencement of Phase Two of Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena announced
Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Shane Ross TD, today announced the commencement of development of Phase Two of the Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena which will provide permanent indoor facilities for Ireland’s leading field sports. The total cost of construction of the Phase Two element of the Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena contract will cost approximately … [Read more...]
SSE Airtricity Dublin Marathon Sold Out
The 38th running of the SSE Airtricity Dublin Marathon has sold out before the closing date with 20,000 entries who will line up on Sunday 29th October 2017 The SSE Airtricity Dublin Marathon will mark the Dublin wide celebration of the 350th anniversary of writer Jonathon Swift’s birth, will all finishers receiving a commemorative medal to mark the occasion. All … [Read more...]
Cancer Survivor Dean Hall to be first person to swim full length of River Shannon
Cancer survivor Dean Hall from Oregon in the Unites States, plans to be the first person in history to swim the entire length of the River Shannon. No stranger to long distance swimming, Dean became the first person to swim 184 miles of the Willamette River in his home state in 2014. His message is one of healing and hope. Hall will also be raising awareness of Childhood … [Read more...]
Introducing the Wetsleeve: A Breakthrough in Comfortable, Wearable Hydration
A game-changer in daily fitness is born with the launch of Wetsleeve, an innovative and patented lightweight hydration solution worn right on the forearm. It makes hydration seamless and effortless — users can drink from the wrist without breaking their athletic momentum. Athletes and outdoor enthusiasts no longer have to carry around bottles or wear bulky and … [Read more...]
Is it Defensible for Women to Play Fewer Sets than Men in Grand Slam Tennis?
As the build up to Wimbledon gets underway the debate over women playing fewer sets than men in Grand Slam tennis has been raised once again by researchers who say the ‘unfair, outdated’ practice reinforces gender stereotypes and should be called out. Currently women play the best of three-set-matches instead of five at major tournaments like men. Dr Paul Davis at the … [Read more...]
81-year-old man shares his story of how he conquered The Summer WOLF
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...]
Pfizer Health Index 2017 reveals high levels of job satisfaction among Irish workers and positive focus by employers on health and wellbeing
The 12th Pfizer Health Index, an annual survey which charts the health perceptions, attitudes and behaviours of Irish adults, was today launched at the Royal College of Physicians in Dublin. Focusing this year on the theme of workplace health, the findings of the Index were discussed by guest speakers, Prof. Anne Drummond, Director of the UCD Centre for Workplace … [Read more...]