# Fitness

Soak up the sun! Top tips to consider when training in warm weather

From the type of training to the best time of the day to work out, personal trainer David Last shares his advice.

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Jun 20th 2017, 11:55 AM

A good start is half the battle: the 10-minute morning routine to set up your day

A busy life doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice our health, writes personal trainer Sarah Cremen.

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Jun 19th 2017, 1:03 PM

# Memory

'The swim has been a great way to help us cope with our grief'

The 12th annual Frances Thornton Memorial Galway Bay Swim takes place next month.

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Jun 18th 2017, 9:30 AM

# mind over matter

'The way I faced up to my blindness and paralysis was just replicating what I'd learned through sport'

We caught up with two-time Commonwealth medallist, adventurer and cure for paralysis activist Mark Pollock.

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Jun 14th 2017, 7:30 AM

# Change It Up

5 ways to change up your fitness routine this summer

Get outdoors while you can, writes personal trainer David Last

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Jun 13th 2017, 1:32 PM

# wooooo

The impressive workouts Alison Brie did to get in shape for her new wrestling show

It is real!

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Jun 9th 2017, 6:16 AM

A good start is half the battle: how to make your mornings a success

The quiet hours of the morning are the perfect time to get things done, writes Personal trainer Sarah Cremen.

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Jun 8th 2017, 7:00 AM

4 tips for keeping on top of your fitness goals while on holiday

Soak up that sun when you can, it’s good for you, writes David Last

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Jun 6th 2017, 1:15 PM

Breathing easy: How appreciating the power of our breath can help us in the gym

Learning how to breathe fully and effectively is an undervalued practice, writes Sarah Cremen.

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Jun 2nd 2017, 3:38 PM

Three sessions, 4000 calories and 'way too much time' spent in the gym: A day in the life of Ireland's Fittest Man

Top Crossfit athlete Jamie Headon discusses his training regime and nutrition plan as he prepares for the Meridian Regionals.

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May 31st 2017, 7:00 AM

# Equipment

5 essentials for your gym bag this summer

These pieces of equipment are relatively inexpensive, portable, and so versatile, writes David Last.

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May 30th 2017, 11:57 AM

Breathing easy: Using your lungs correctly helps unlock your fitness potential

Learning how to breathe fully and effectively is an undervalued practice, writes Sarah Cremen.

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May 25th 2017, 6:30 AM

Get out and active! Full body workouts you can do outdoors this summer

Personal trainer David Last on how to bring your gym outside.

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May 23rd 2017, 5:36 PM

4 benefits of strength training for sport

Personal trainer Sarah Cremen on the reasons why we should be adding strength training to our programmes for endurance sports.

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May 22nd 2017, 9:58 AM

4 fitness tips to help keep you on track this summer

The good weather is here and we should all get outdoors and active, writes David Last.

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May 16th 2017, 10:37 AM

Quality not quantity: How to design the smartest and most effective training plan

Sticking to tried and tested methods is the best approach, writes David Last

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May 9th 2017, 12:22 PM

# Ambition

The adventurers who took less than 3 days to climb Ireland’s 26 highest peaks

Shaun Stewart and Lonan O’Farrell chat to The42 about their incredible feat.

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May 7th 2017, 9:15 AM

# it's how royce rolls

Living a life immersed in fitness while edging Clontarf towards further club glory

Clontarf’s Royce Burke-Flynn spoke to The42 about club rugby and splitting his day job between Crossfit and personal training.

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May 7th 2017, 8:00 AM

Separating the good, the bad and the ugly: The vital information for reaching fitness goals

With so much information online it’s important to stay vigilant, writes David Last.

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May 2nd 2017, 3:34 PM

The best thing to eat before and after you exercise, according to the physiologist behind the viral 7-minute workout

Fuel up.

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May 1st 2017, 7:16 AM

Mobility, power and core strength: the 5-minute circuit every golfer should do to help their game

You too can play like Padraig Harrington by following these tips*

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Apr 25th 2017, 7:00 AM

# cycle against suicide

Cycling the roads of Ireland to break the stigma surrounding mental health issues

Cycle Against Suicide CEO and radio personality Colm Hayes talks to The42 ahead of this year’s cycle.

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Apr 22nd 2017, 10:00 AM

Forget The Gym, forget the office! Dropping her 9-5 to pursue a life immersed in running

Forget The Gym’s Mary Jennings on her turbulent life and career, fitness and the Virgin Media Night Run.

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Apr 20th 2017, 7:30 AM

# Fuel your engine

3 essential nutrition tips for GAA players to perform at their peak in the championship

Don’t rely on a few ham sandwiches and Jaffa cakes and expect to be at your best.

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Apr 20th 2017, 6:00 AM

Rise and shine! Healthy habits for the early morning

Personal trainer David Last on how to start the day right.

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Apr 18th 2017, 12:26 PM

Voices

Fitness goals: 'Be specific. Choose something concrete like running 5K in 30 minutes'

If the first quarter of the year hasn’t gone well, start re-thinking your fitness goals now, writes Carl Cautley.

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Apr 17th 2017, 8:30 PM

Chocolate protein balls and paleo bars - Easter treat recipes for the fitness fanatics

Personal trainer David Last shares two of his favourite recipes.

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Apr 17th 2017, 1:00 PM

5 of the most useful fitness apps and websites to help you achieve your goals

These resources are very easy to use and highly effective, writes David Last.

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Apr 11th 2017, 9:32 AM

Voices

Column: 'I've discovered the joy of doing a fitness activity with others'

There is no ideal image that you must measure up to in order to become involved in fitness, writes Christine Allen.

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Apr 9th 2017, 3:00 PM

Nutrition Q&A: We put your questions to one of the country's leading sports nutritionists

We spoke to Daniel Davey this morning.

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Apr 7th 2017, 10:00 AM

5 key things to look for when hiring a personal trainer

Your decision could mean the difference between achieving your goals or failing to reach your potential, writes Sarah Cremen.

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Apr 6th 2017, 6:45 AM

Short on time and equipment? Try these 5 excellent full-body workouts

You don’t need complex tools to make significant progress, explains David Last.

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Apr 4th 2017, 1:31 PM

What is whey protein and do we need it in our diets?

Your first port of call for protein should be from real food sources and not supplements, writes David Last.

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Mar 29th 2017, 7:00 AM

'It's not just about physical fitness, it's about mental fitness': Anna Geary

The former Cork captain on fitness, nutrition and her life since stepping away from the inter-county scene.

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Mar 28th 2017, 2:20 PM

Stuck for healthy snack inspiration? Try these 3 quick and easy recipes to keep hunger at bay

The only real difference between a snack and a whole meal should be portion size; it should still have a good balance of protein, carbs and fats, writes Sarah Cremen.

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Mar 27th 2017, 11:54 AM

'Too fat' to work out some say? Why body-shaming is the worst thing you can do at the gym

‘When you walk into a gym, regardless of your size or your goals, you have a right be there,’ writes life coach Sarah Doyle

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Mar 22nd 2017, 6:30 AM

It's all about technique! 4 of the most common exercises performed incorrectly

Personal trainer David Last on the mistakes he often sees in the gym.

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Mar 21st 2017, 7:00 AM

Short and sweet, but effective! The 20-minute hotel (or home) workout

Ever find yourself with restricted space at home or away, and in need of a workout? Sarah Cremen has you covered.

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Mar 20th 2017, 10:29 AM

'We have athletes but they can’t play, we've produced robots'

Leading strength and conditioning coach Mike McGurn talks fitness and nutrition, and brings us through his turbulent career.

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Mar 15th 2017, 3:24 PM