Going from the Couch to 5k
In 1996 Josh Clarke developed the Couch25k programme for those who want to get back into running. His motto is ‘No Pain, No Pain.’ The programme has experienced a resurgence in recent years. So why...
View ArticleSwim For a Mile 2015
Swim Ireland have announced details of its annual ‘Swim for a Mile Challenge’. The project, which was initiated in 2014, will challenge members of the public to compete in national events to swim a...
View ArticleKettlebells for Core Strength and Calorie Burn
What is a kettlebell? To put it simply – a cannonball with a handle! This cast-iron weight has taken Ireland by storm in recent years and people are falling in love with the workout it gives. The...
View ArticleFLYEfit Gyms, Dublin
Thinking about joining a gym but don’t like the idea of committing yourself to a 12-month contract? Then a FLYEfit gym might be what you are looking for. Many people are no longer willing to commit to...
View ArticleSummer 10km Series
The Summer Series have recently launched 2 x 10km chip timed races in 2 of the country’s most beautiful parks. On the 24th May 2015 runners will be weaving in and around the follies of St Anne’s Park,...
View ArticleIrish Aerial Creation Centre
Ireland’s first Aerial Art Centre will open it’s doors in June 2015. The centre will offer classes in areas such as Aerial Yoga, Hoop, Trapeze, Harness work, Wall running and more. Classes are...
View ArticlePower Foods For Your Workout
Sometimes your body can seem sluggish and you are tired before you begin your workout. Food can affect your performance in several ways. To make the most of your workout try these seven power foods pre...
View ArticleBenefits of Yoga for Core Strength
While most of us are familiar with yoga as a gentle form of exercise that improves flexibility, many would be surprised to find that yoga can be just as effective as pilates at strengthening and toning...
View ArticleWalking Vs Running
Walking can often be overlooked as a way to build fitness levels and maintain good health but in fact, results have recently shown that the benefits of walking and running are much the same. Test...
View ArticleAqua Fit Classes
There are those of you reading this that will dismiss Aqua fit classes because maybe you are not a confident swimmer. The good news is; most of the exercises are done in an up-right position – you have...
View ArticleBenefits of Sleep for a Healthy Weight
Sleep; one of the many things most of us wish we could get more of. Often the topic of conversation; with some stating that they need nine hours to get through the day and others arguing that four...
View ArticleWeight Lifting for Weight Loss and a Healthier Heart
Very often people avoid weight training for fear of ending up looking overly pumped. However it has been proven that weight training can result in more weight loss per workout than a cardio session. If...
View ArticleFitness Training Open Day, Dublin 2
Motions Health & Fitness are holding an open meetings for anybody interested in the Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness course. The meetings are in Energie Fitness, Clarendon St, Dublin 2,...
View ArticleFLYEfit Gyms, Dublin
Thinking about joining a gym but don’t like the idea of committing yourself to a 12-month contract? Then a FLYEfit gym might be what you are looking for. Many people are no longer willing to commit to...
View ArticleGoing from the Couch to 5k
In 1996 Josh Clarke developed the Couch-2-5k programme for those who want to get back into running. His motto is ‘No Pain, No Pain.’ The programme has experienced a resurgence in recent years. So why...
View ArticleZumba
Do you want that sought-after body, but do not want to work out in the gym all day? Then Zumba could well be the solution for you! The Zumba program fuses mesmerising Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow...
View ArticleBMI Not an Accurate Assessment
For years doctors have been using BMI calculations to assess whether or not someone is a healthy weight, however, recent research shows that the body mass index; based on height and weight, is not an...
View ArticleBenefits of Mediterranean Diet with Exercise
Many diets have come and gone over the years, such as the Atkins diet, the cabbage soup diet and the grapefruit diet, each promising a quick fix and a solution for weight loss. Nowadays we are...
View ArticleSleep Deprivation, The Effects on Lifestyle
Regus the global provider of flexible workplaces concluded in a recent study that traditional office culture places too many demands on many Irish workers and is detrimental to health. Many employers...
View ArticleAre you Bored of Working Out? Try Dancing Your Way Back to Fitness
Are you sick of the treadmill and endless hours working out with gym equipment? Maybe it is time to inject some zest, vitality, and enthusiasm back into your workouts and dance your way to fitness. The...
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