Exercising over the holidays- how to stay motivated
Christmas and New Years is undoubtedly a very busy time of the year for most people. If you want to keep your fitness up and enjoy feeling fit and healthy, consider these tips to keep yourself motivated over the holiday period.
Tips to keep in mind when running in the cold
Don’t allow the winter months to throw you off track. Set weekly targets that are achievable and help you accomplish your fitness goals.
Hamstring Injuries
Hamstring injuries are most common in sports that require rapid acceleration/deceleration, change of direction, jumping and kicking.
Can Wearing Orthotics Affect Your Running Performance?
Orthotics are inserts which can be custom made or purchased off the shelf. Your foot is more mechanically efficient when you use orthotic inserts
Ergonomics and its Importance
Research has shown that the most common work-related injury is lower back pain. By reducing ergonomic risk factors, you are reducing the risk of musculoskeletal injuries such as lower back pain.
Ironman 70.3 Dublin: All you need to know
Ironman 70.3 Dublin takes place on August 20th. At this stage, you should be well into your training program. This aiming to peak at the end of July and begin your taper with 3-4 weeks remaining.
The Rock n Roll Dublin Half Marathon
Although the Rock n Roll Dublin Half Marathon is promised to be a fun day out, it is important to remember that you are running a half marathon which can test both your mental and physical strength.
Tough Mudder Tips
Tough Mudder is a 21km obstacle course which will test your physical and mental strength and stamina. The course was designed by the British Armed Forces and with up to 35 obstacles.