Two of Ireland’s leading weight management experts collaborate for a 2-day weight loss workshop and create one opportunity for you to take control of your emotional eating and develop healthy eating habits for life! Who Presented by Nutritionist Elsa Jones & Clinical Hypnotherapist Fiona Brennan (See below for further information about Fiona and Elsa's … [Read more...]
Sean Kelly and over 100 amateur cyclists conquer the Tour de Munster charity cycle in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland and individual beneficiaries
From August 10th to 13th, cycling legend Sean Kelly led over 100 amateur cyclists on the four day, 600 km Tour de Munster charity cycle around the six counties of Munster, culminating in Cork City on Sunday evening. The Tour de Munster cycle is now in its 17th year, with funds raised going to Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI) Munster branches for the 8th year in a row. … [Read more...]
Electric Ireland Discover How Well These Major “GAA Mammies” and Sons Know Each Other!
As part of the inaugural Electric Ireland Minor GAA Star Awards, Electric Ireland linked up with All Star legends and minor ambassadors Oisín McConville and Dónal Óg Cusack as well as current minor players Michael Conroy of Roscommon and Kevin Desmond of Dublin, and their Mammies to see just how well they know each other. The GAA Mammies and sons are asked questions … [Read more...]
Right To Play Announced As Charity Partner For IAAF World Championships
London 2017 Ltd has named the children’s education charity, Right To Play as its charity partner for the IAAF World Championships. Right To Play uses sport and play to improve the lives of vulnerable children in some of the world’s poorest communities. Already a charity partner to British Athletics, Right To Play inspires athletics fans to give children … [Read more...]
Day Three at the European Youth Olympic Festival
It was another busy day in the pool, on the court and at the track for Team Ireland at Day Three of the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) in a rainy Gyor, Hungary. Athletics: Rhasidat Adeleke (Dublin) shone on the track in the First Round of the Women’s 200m, hitting her new personal best of 24.16, placing her first in the heat and ensuring her … [Read more...]
Online GPs to provide real-time support for racers on their road to the Dublin Marathon
VideoDoc and SSE Airtricity Dublin Marathon announce partnership for online healthcare package New technology helps long distance runners get the specialised medical support they need, both in preparation for the Dublin Marathon and the immediate days afterwards Costing just €8, the VideoDoc Marathon subscription provides unlimited and instant GP access for runners … [Read more...]
Claudine Keane launches SPAR’s 2017 Better Choices Kids campaign!
Today, model and mum-of-two Claudine Keane officially launched SPAR’s Better Choices Kids campaign for 2017. In time for the upcoming back to school season, the SPAR Better Choices Kids initiative aims to offer a range of convenient, healthy options from across the fresh food, deli and grocery ranges. The kid-friendly selection, which is packed with dietitian … [Read more...]
4 Women, 4 Bikes, 2,150km and A Race Around Ireland Record Attempt
Sunday 27th August will see the start of the Ultra Marathon Cycling Event, Race Around Ireland in Trim Co. Meath. Now in its 9th year the event attracts cyclists from all over Ireland and indeed the world to take on the toughest endurance cycling event in Europe cycling 2,150km across Ireland. For the first time in the history of the event Galway will … [Read more...]
New book raises health concerns behind ‘fitness fad’ for high intensity workouts
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...]