Why has 'Japanese walking' become an online health trend? Based on interval-style bursts of fast and slow walking, Japanese walking promises major health benefits with minimal equipment and time Fitness • 13 Aug
Why has 'Japanese walking' become an online health trend? Based on interval-style bursts of fast and slow walking, Japanese walking promises major health benefits with minimal equipment and time Fitness • 13 Aug
How 92 year old Richard Morgan became a rowing world champion His transformation from a sedentary lifestyle to a world champion is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to start exercising Fitness • 05 Aug
How 92 year old Richard Morgan became a rowing world champion His transformation from a sedentary lifestyle to a world champion is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to start exercising Fitness • 05 Aug
Here are the answers to the 6 most common fitness questions From sore muscles to smartwatches and your knees, here's what science has to say rather than online ads or fitness influencers Fitness • 21 Jul
Here are the answers to the 6 most common fitness questions From sore muscles to smartwatches and your knees, here's what science has to say rather than online ads or fitness influencers Fitness • 21 Jul
Why a week off from the gym can actually be good for you Taking time away from the gym every six to eight weeks – known as a "deload week" – is actually the key to improving fitness gains Fitness • 06 Jun
Why a week off from the gym can actually be good for you Taking time away from the gym every six to eight weeks – known as a "deload week" – is actually the key to improving fitness gains Fitness • 06 Jun
How exercise boosts your memory as well as your fitness New research finds that exercise boosts your memory for up to 24 hours after a workout Health • 17 Jan
How exercise boosts your memory as well as your fitness New research finds that exercise boosts your memory for up to 24 hours after a workout Health • 17 Jan
Why standing on one leg matters Being able to stand on one leg is linked to increased levels of physical activity and decreased risk of falls Health • 16 Dec 24
Why standing on one leg matters Being able to stand on one leg is linked to increased levels of physical activity and decreased risk of falls Health • 16 Dec 24
Step it up: is 10,000 really the magic number for steps in a day? There has been a lot of research done around daily step counts and smart ways to achieve health and fitness goals Walking • 16 Dec 24
Step it up: is 10,000 really the magic number for steps in a day? There has been a lot of research done around daily step counts and smart ways to achieve health and fitness goals Walking • 16 Dec 24
How joining a running club can help you reach your marathon goals Research on over 206,000 people who've completed the London marathon suggests those who belong to a running club do run faster Running clubs • 24 Oct 24
How joining a running club can help you reach your marathon goals Research on over 206,000 people who've completed the London marathon suggests those who belong to a running club do run faster Running clubs • 24 Oct 24
What kids can learn from top Irish athletes like Rhasidat Adeleke Here are 6 steps to build on the success and profile of our Olympians and support young children in primary schools through PE Physical Education • 07 Oct 24
What kids can learn from top Irish athletes like Rhasidat Adeleke Here are 6 steps to build on the success and profile of our Olympians and support young children in primary schools through PE Physical Education • 07 Oct 24
How running can help you cope with stress at work Research has found that running can help us to manage the expectations, frustrations and pressures of work more effectively. Health • 13 Sep 24
How running can help you cope with stress at work Research has found that running can help us to manage the expectations, frustrations and pressures of work more effectively. Health • 13 Sep 24
How reliable is your step count? The problem with trackers That fitness tracker on your phone or watch you use to measure your activity may not be as accurate as you think Health • 27 Aug 24
How reliable is your step count? The problem with trackers That fitness tracker on your phone or watch you use to measure your activity may not be as accurate as you think Health • 27 Aug 24
How to start weightlifting Here are a few things to know if you're keen to start building your strength Fitness • 18 Jul 24
How to start weightlifting Here are a few things to know if you're keen to start building your strength Fitness • 18 Jul 24
Gym hygiene guide: how often do you clean your gym gear? Studies have highlighted the dangerous bacteria that lurk in dirty fitness equipment and sweaty clothes Hygiene • 14 May 24
Gym hygiene guide: how often do you clean your gym gear? Studies have highlighted the dangerous bacteria that lurk in dirty fitness equipment and sweaty clothes Hygiene • 14 May 24
The story of Madame Beajeau, Ireland's first woman of fitness The 19th century fitness instructor championed women's exercise at a time when many objected to anything which would cause women to sweat History • 19 Feb 24
The story of Madame Beajeau, Ireland's first woman of fitness The 19th century fitness instructor championed women's exercise at a time when many objected to anything which would cause women to sweat History • 19 Feb 24
Just how far and fast do GAA referees run in a match? Referees cover an average distance of 9.6km during Championship games at top speeds of up to 28.9km per hour Sport • 17 Jul 23
Just how far and fast do GAA referees run in a match? Referees cover an average distance of 9.6km during Championship games at top speeds of up to 28.9km per hour Sport • 17 Jul 23
How often should you exercise to get in shape? The most effective training programme is the one that you maintain consistently over a long period of time Fitness • 31 Mar 23
How often should you exercise to get in shape? The most effective training programme is the one that you maintain consistently over a long period of time Fitness • 31 Mar 23
Why muscle memory is key to getting your fitness back on track There are two types of muscle memory and one of them can help us get in shape again after time away from exercise Fitness • 09 Mar 23
Why muscle memory is key to getting your fitness back on track There are two types of muscle memory and one of them can help us get in shape again after time away from exercise Fitness • 09 Mar 23
A short history of male obsession with six-packs and perfect abs Our fascination with chiseled abdominals can be traced to the impact ancient Greek culture had on body image Fitness • 19 Sep 22
A short history of male obsession with six-packs and perfect abs Our fascination with chiseled abdominals can be traced to the impact ancient Greek culture had on body image Fitness • 19 Sep 22
Why people let their gym memberships lapse Understanding why people let their gym memberships go is key to figuring out how to get them back Brainstorm • 15 Sep 22
Why people let their gym memberships lapse Understanding why people let their gym memberships go is key to figuring out how to get them back Brainstorm • 15 Sep 22
Can exercising only at the weekend keep you fit? New research has found that being a "weekend warrior" when it comes to exercise lowers risk of premature death Health • 05 Aug 22
Can exercising only at the weekend keep you fit? New research has found that being a "weekend warrior" when it comes to exercise lowers risk of premature death Health • 05 Aug 22
How to eat and exercise your way to healthy ageing Many of us first think about healthy ageing the day we turn 65, but age-related changes in our bodies start long before that Health • 21 Apr 22
How to eat and exercise your way to healthy ageing Many of us first think about healthy ageing the day we turn 65, but age-related changes in our bodies start long before that Health • 21 Apr 22
3 tips to keep you exercising all year long Nearly 80% of us give up on new year exercise plans by February - here's how to be in the 20% who keep going. Health • 10 Dec 24
3 tips to keep you exercising all year long Nearly 80% of us give up on new year exercise plans by February - here's how to be in the 20% who keep going. Health • 10 Dec 24
6 ways to get over your 'gymtimidation' anxiety about the gym Here's how to associate positive rather than negative feelings with going to the gym Fitness • 26 Jan 22
6 ways to get over your 'gymtimidation' anxiety about the gym Here's how to associate positive rather than negative feelings with going to the gym Fitness • 26 Jan 22
What happens to our muscles after exercise? Knowing how muscles respond to exercise helps us to understand the changes which lead to improved performance and health Health • 18 Jan 22
What happens to our muscles after exercise? Knowing how muscles respond to exercise helps us to understand the changes which lead to improved performance and health Health • 18 Jan 22
Do resistance band workouts really work? Though they have drawbacks and limitations, resistance bands may be an easy way for people to build strength Fitness • 15 Oct 21
Do resistance band workouts really work? Though they have drawbacks and limitations, resistance bands may be an easy way for people to build strength Fitness • 15 Oct 21
