# Fitness

4 top tips to help you look after your fitness while on the go

“If it’s important to you, then you will make it happen,” writes personal trainer David Last.

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Sep 28th 2018, 4:05 PM

Fuelling for a marathon: 'Nailing your preparation is powerful for confidence'

Leinster Rugby and Dublin GAA nutritionist Daniel Davey on what to eat before, during and after 26.2 gruelling miles.

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Sep 21st 2018, 11:50 AM

'No matter how much you've trained, you're plagued with self-doubt'

With six weeks to go until the 2018 Dublin Marathon, The42′s Ryan Bailey is preparing to compete in the capital for the second time.

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Sep 17th 2018, 7:30 AM

The fitness industry is booming in Ireland, but why are we fatter than ever before?

Personal trainer David Last wonders why all of the hype surrounding exercise and healthy living isn’t reducing our waistlines.

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Sep 14th 2018, 6:00 AM

'It turns out training hard in the gym gets results, not magic movements'

Personal trainer Dean Merton outlines his top tips for getting back into the swing of things this Autumn.

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Sep 11th 2018, 1:40 PM

Getting back to business after summer - 5 tips to help ease you back into the gym

Personal trainer David Last on how we can reset our goals heading towards the final part of the year.

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Sep 6th 2018, 3:57 PM

# future stories

Skip leg day because your DNA says so: Hear about the future of fitness in our latest podcast

From DNA tests to exercise pills, this is what staying in shape could look like in a few decades time.

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Aug 19th 2018, 8:00 PM

Why choosing the right form of training is key to achieving your fitness goals

Quality over quantity is so important, writes personal trainer David Last.

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Aug 17th 2018, 4:48 PM

Follow Fitness: Jonny Holland and Saoirse Noonan on their 12-week journeys

We were joined by Jonny Holland and Saoirse Noonan to look back on the last 12 weeks.

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Aug 16th 2018, 8:44 PM

# do u even lift

'I just looked on Instagram and YouTube on how to do things with proper form'

Leah Cheung on getting into power lifting, managing her type 1 diabetes and targeting national records.

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Aug 11th 2018, 9:42 AM

# column

The real reason people hit their fitness goals and how you can too

Columnist David Last on getting the results you want.

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Aug 9th 2018, 5:40 PM

Don't hide away from your goals: Setting clear, specific targets will make all the difference

Now is the perfect time to take a good look at what you want from your fitness regime.

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Aug 7th 2018, 9:30 PM

# cool running

'I think I can run a marathon... but can I run it in -30°C?' Tackling the coolest race on earth

Andrew Moore takes on Greenland’s Polar Circle Marathon in aid of the Dublin Simon Community.

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Aug 4th 2018, 7:00 AM

# The King

LeBron James reportedly spends $1.5 million per year to take care of his body — here's where it goes

That’s one expensive gym membership.

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Aug 1st 2018, 12:10 AM

Ain't nobody got time for that? How to make space in your week for exercise

Jonny Holland helps tackle the number one excuse that keeps us from exercising: lack of time.

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Jul 31st 2018, 4:09 PM

Which way to the gun show? The explosive arm workout to help fill out those t-shirt sleeves

Try these five explosive exercises this summer.

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Jul 29th 2018, 7:27 AM

The great outdoors: Some of Ireland's best spots for a weekend hike, cycle or swim

Fitness columnist David Last takes us through some of his favourites.

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Jul 28th 2018, 8:30 AM

# Semper Fi

Here's the technique Navy SEALs use to swim for miles without getting tired

Let’s go to the beach, beach!

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Jul 27th 2018, 11:39 PM

# Coming In Hot

Beaches, BBQs and Burpees: How to keep your training on track while enjoying the summer sun

Fitness columnist David Last runs through some top tips for training during the good weather.

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Jul 26th 2018, 9:33 AM

From nutrition and meal plans to training and unwinding - A day in the life of a rising dual star

In her latest weekly column, Cork footballer and Irish international Saoirse Noonan’s talks about striking the right balance between training, rest and nutrition.

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Jul 25th 2018, 7:15 PM

The beauty of running races: nerves, adrenaline and the thrill of crossing the line

As Ryan Bailey’s training programme intensifies, last week’s Irish Runner 10 Mile provided an important checkpoint.

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Jul 23rd 2018, 6:30 AM

# starter for 10

Know Your Sport? Take our weekly quiz

How closely have you paid attention to this week’s sporting headlines?

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Jul 13th 2018, 5:00 PM

'We all want to to be like Ronaldo and Messi, but I always looked up to people closer to home'

Saoirse Noonan looks at some sporting inspirations in her weekly column.

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Jul 13th 2018, 6:00 AM

# pushing tin

Irish teenager Serena Pierce on making a big impression in the powerlifting world

More and more women are hitting the gym to lift, says the Macroom native.

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Jul 11th 2018, 2:17 PM

# Healthy Eating

The sports nutrition powering top teams (and how to use it yourself)

Dr Crionna Tobin explains how inter-county sides have evolved, and gives readers advice that they can apply to their own training.

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Jul 10th 2018, 12:14 PM

Leinster's revamped pre-season approach built around 'working holiday'

‘In three weeks it’s hard for them to do a lot of damage or de-train,’ says the province’s head of athletic performance Charlie Higgins.

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Jul 9th 2018, 6:30 AM

# Follow Nutrition

Looking for a healthy snack? These blueberry recovery scones are perfect

Ideal for post-workout recovery.

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Jul 6th 2018, 5:34 PM

'When playing rugby I refused to walk anywhere - but it's one of the best ways to make the most of a holiday'

Former Munster out-half and personal trainer Jonny Holland on ways you can stay in shape on holiday.

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Jul 5th 2018, 2:22 PM

# nutrition

This sweet potato lasagne is ideal as a post-session recovery meal

Guaranteed to hit the spot.

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Jul 1st 2018, 10:55 AM

# Head Space

'I think to be strong, more so than skinny, is good for your mental health as well'

“The fitness trend has gone through the roof, which is a great thing, but I don’t think we’re educated enough, especially girls,” says Kilkenny camogie star, Katie Power.

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Jun 30th 2018, 12:15 PM

'Learn to run when feeling the pain - then push harder': Marathon training in the Irish heatwave

Painful lessons from last year are fuelling Ryan Bailey’s desire to train harder this year – even in the good weather.

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Jun 30th 2018, 10:30 AM

Turn up the heat! How to train safely during spells of warm weather

It’s important to heed some basic advice when it comes to training in high temperatures, writes personal trainer David Last.

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Jun 28th 2018, 6:00 AM

Why staying hydrated is important for your everyday health - particularly in warm weather

Jonny Holland outlines how much water we need to be drinking per day, and the ways we can stay hydrated.

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Jun 26th 2018, 6:00 AM

'When I played for Munster, I brought bolognese on the plane instead of the processed food'

Jonny Holland offers his advice on how to maintain a balanced diet while also enjoying yourself on holiday this summer.

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Jun 21st 2018, 6:05 AM

Ready to go! Goodbye Leaving Cert, hello crazy summer of Gaelic football and soccer

Irish international and Cork football star Saoirse Noonan has an update on her hectic life in her weekly column.

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Jun 20th 2018, 9:19 AM