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5 fitness bucket list goals to start training for this summer
Ireland hockey international and owner of SMART Training, Jonny Bruton, outlines five targets you can work towards over the next few months.
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May 11th 2016, 2:14 PM
How much do you bench? 10 steps to mastering the 'king of upper body exercises'
Spot me, Bren?
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Mar 29th 2016, 3:22 PM
Why the weighing scales is just one part of the puzzle and not the only metric of success
Personal trainer Kieran Hegarty on why the number on the scales is not the be-all and end-all.
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Feb 19th 2016, 9:08 AM
'Look at exercise as medicine. The right amount will cure you so the dose is important'
In his latest fitness blog, personal trainer Kieran Hegarty on the importance of balance.
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Feb 14th 2016, 8:31 PM
Strong is the new skinny but why has our attitude towards weights changed?
There are more gyms and more people lifting than ever before.
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Feb 4th 2016, 7:30 AM
If you're doing the same thing in the gym after 5 years then it's time for something to change
Personal trainer Kieran Hegarty on the importance of following your own tailored programme.
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Jan 29th 2016, 1:06 PM
Why you should focus on the bigger picture rather than the downside of certain foods
Nutritionist Danny Lennon on forests, tree and salad dressing in his latest blog.
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Jan 27th 2016, 7:30 PM
Why following a generic gym programme isn't doing you any good
Don’t just go with the flow.
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Jan 22nd 2016, 7:30 AM
Don't jump in at the deep-end: a goal setting guide for the new fitness enthusiast
Personal trainer Kieran Hegarty writes about goal setting in his latest blog.
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Jan 21st 2016, 7:30 AM
Does exercising on an empty stomach actually help you lose more weight?
In his latest blog, nutritionist Danny Lennon explains why fasting before cardio doesn’t have any benefits.
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Jan 20th 2016, 9:00 AM
Leaving the gym tired doesn't mean you're achieving results - it can mean the opposite
Concentrate on quality rather than quantity, writes Ciaran O’Regan.
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Jan 15th 2016, 8:30 AM
Choosing the right path is key in your fitness journey - don't take any shortcuts
In his second column, Kieran Hegarty emphasises the importance of baby steps in our quest for success.
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Jan 14th 2016, 8:00 AM
Discipline is important in your diet but it doesn't mean you need to live like a monk
In his first column, nutrition expert Danny Lennon explains why he would recommend flexible dieting.
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Jan 13th 2016, 12:01 PM
Fitness in real life - 4 top tips to ensure you make the best use of your time this January
Set your goals and don’t waste time in the gym.
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Jan 8th 2016, 9:30 AM
The greatest story never told - a call to arms for those undecided about change
In the first of a new series of blogs, personal trainer Kieran Hegarty outlines the foundations for success in making a positive change this January.
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Jan 7th 2016, 8:50 AM