Exercising for a healthier life
September 17th, 2012 | Video
A series of exercises have been designed for anyone seeking to improve their fitness. The exercises on these videos are demonstrated by Olympic boxer Darren O’Neill.
Updates for October 30th-November 6th
September 25th, 2012 | News
The Healthy Towns project continues, with a host of activities getting under way.
Exercising for fitness – part 2
October 1st, 2012 | Video
This is the second of four modules of exercises designed to help you get fit. They are demonstrated by Olympic boxer and Kilkenny man Darren O’Neill.
Exercising for fitness- part 3
October 14th, 2012 | Video
These exercises have been designed by strength and conditioning coach Eoin Maguire, of the Institute of Sport, which advises Ireland’s high performance athletes. They should be done at your own pace. Each module is designed to be carried out over a two-week period.
Majority of those screened had up to four risk factors
November 16th, 2012 | Features
The final round of health screenings have produced some surprising results
Eat some cruciferous veg
November 10th, 2012 | Tip of the day
If there were an honours system for veg, surely the cruciferous vegetables would be lauded at the highest level
Switch from white rice to brown
November 9th, 2012 | Tip of the day
When buying or cooking rice you might do well to bypass the white.
Get on yer bike
November 8th, 2012 | Tip of the day
Like walking, cycling is one of those forms of exercise that can be worked into everyday life
Spend on experiences rather than material goods
November 7th, 2012 | Tip of the day
Suppose have some money to splash out on a treat
Don’t smoke – for your mouth bacteria
November 6th, 2012 | Tip of the day
There are plenty of reasons not to smoke
Strengthen your core
November 5th, 2012 | Tip of the day
Your ‘core’, as the name suggests, is a supportive suite of muscles in your trunk. And if these muscles are strong, it can help to improve your posture and may even help protect your lower back. Disciplines such as Pilates focus on ‘zipping up’ the muscles in your abdomen to build their strength. If you [...]
Put your electronic gadgets to bed early
November 3rd, 2012 | Tip of the day
Is a TV, computer, tablet, video game or smartphone keeping you from sleeping soundly?
Fruit and vegetables 1, chronic diseases 0
November 1st, 2012 | Tip of the day
Eating lots of fruit and vegetables can help to promote health
Ag éalú-The importance of escaping
October 31st, 2012 | Mayor's Blog
Mayor Seán Ó hArgáin on the benefits of taking time out
Track your exercise progress
October 31st, 2012 | Tip of the day
If you have embraced some healthy habits recently, one way to keep them on track is to keep tabs on your progress.
Give a loved one a hug
October 30th, 2012 | Tip of the day
If you are romantically attached to someone, take a moment and have a hug
Exercising for fitness – part 4
October 29th, 2012 | Video
This is the fourth and last module of exercises designed to help you get fit. They are demonstrated by Olympic boxer and Kilkenny man Darren O’Neill.
Spice up the winter fare
October 29th, 2012 | Tip of the day
Winter spices are a great way to add the comfort-factor to foods
Taking the stress out
October 28th, 2012 | Features
Psychologist Mark Harrold on some simple steps to combat stress
Get outdoors
October 26th, 2012 | Tip of the day
As winter draws in it’s tempting to move exercise indoors.
Lighten the load – empty out the clutter from your bag
October 25th, 2012 | Tip of the day
Could your handbag, briefcase, rucksack or laptop bag do with some streamlining?
Eat breakfast
October 24th, 2012 | Tip of the day
Some people wake up starving and can’t even begin to think about functioning until they have had some grub.
Share your indoor space with some plants
October 23rd, 2012 | Tip of the day
The humble houseplant might give you more of a boost than you think.
