Stephen Flanagan from Thurles and Aoife O’Sullivan from Tramore reigned supreme at Red Bull Conquer the Castle, the ultimate obstacle course race which took place at the Rock of Cashel, Co. Tipperary today. Facing stern competition from both domestic and international athletes, Flanagan showed incredible athleticism and steel over the gruelling 2.5KM track. The first man … [Read more...] about Athletes from Thurles and Tramore reign supreme at Red Bull Conquer the Castle
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ASICS Challenges All Athletes to ‘WANT IT MORE’
True sport performance brand, ASICS aims to deliver its most provocative and inspiring brand campaign yet with ‘WANT IT MORE’, a direct call for all athletes to step up their training efforts and realize ever-greater achievement. Focusing on how far athletes across all sports -- and of all ages -- will go to reach their goal, the campaign is designed to support ASICS global … [Read more...] about ASICS Challenges All Athletes to ‘WANT IT MORE’
Galway athletes shine at National weightlifting championships
Galway athletes from Limitless Health took home bronze at the National Weightlifting Championships held in Cork on Saturdaylast 18 July. Kieran Joyce, with a Snatch of 100kg and a personal best with a Clean & Jerk of 140kg took home bronze at his first nationals. Team mate Liam McKnight snatched a personal best of 110 kg and 135kg Clean &Jerk for another personal … [Read more...] about Galway athletes shine at National weightlifting championships
Infographic: Defying the Odds at 50+ (Athletes over 50)
Here are some very interesting facts on a selection of inspirational athletes over the age of 50 who are going the extra mile when it comes to fitness. Courtesy of carehomestoday.co.uk … [Read more...] about Infographic: Defying the Odds at 50+ (Athletes over 50)
Work to start on national High Performance Centre for athletes
Work will start on a national High Performance Centre at the Irish Institute of Sport after Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Leo Varadkar signed off on the project today. The Centre will provide training, rehabilitation, and strength and conditioning facilities for athletes in a new extension at the existing Irish Institute of Sport building at the National Sports … [Read more...] about Work to start on national High Performance Centre for athletes