The changing room is another part of the workout as I shower with lightning speed

Research suggests link between ability to do 10 or more push-ups and cardiac strength

There’s more to golf than hitting a small ball – after my mother died I found playing therapeutic

These very common issues, which can be treated, are not a cause for embarrassment

Expert says findings indicate reducing concussion incidence is complex

Floating down a snow-covered mountain on skis brings a feeling of complete freedom

The Moore Movers group in Co Roscommon promotes fitness for rural dwellers

It’s never too early to get on the right track in your training

‘I’ve been belly dancing for the last five years now and it’s a dance form I truly love’

Winner of multiple European and world titles Joe Gough has no plans to retire – rather, he’s looking forward to competing in the over-100s

Rachel Flaherty: It never worked, but I was attached to all-or-nothing dieting

It’s the last week of my challenge. I completed the ‘big one’ today, a 30-minute run

Exercise can raise risk of arterial plaques while lessening the likelihood of death from heart attack caused by them, a new study has found

‘Jiu-jitsu is the ultimate in self-defence and that’s a skill I believe everyone should have’

The toddler has started pre-school and I plan to use my free time for a solitary walk on the beach

‘I ditched the road this week in favour of running indoors on a treadmill. I am feeling a bit guilty about this’

Brynn Putnam’s creation allows users to get instant video guidance on their routine

Steven Murphy on the lure of pulling on his running shoes

Horses weigh an average of 1,500lb and can deliver a huge amount of force in a single kick

How journaling gave me back a feeling of being in control of my body and mind

Get Running challenge: Bad weather and tiredness held Claire McMahon back this week but her mindset has changed

Study of high level runners and cyclists show groups have noticeably different bones

Olympic runner Kerry O’Flaherty on motivation, training and supporting other runners

The community of swimmers in Galway is very welcoming, and there is a knowing smile and a ‘jaysus, you’re a bit mad too’ nod

Running diary: ‘It’s week five of Get Running and something has clicked into place’

Running comebacks can be frustrating. Here's how you can make a successful return

Just 20 seconds of brisk stair climbing, done several times a day, might be enough to increase aerobic fitness

For Paul Lyons it’s about the competitiveness, the team buzz and perfecting the skills of the game

Get your 100-metres time down with a mix of strength training and explosive exercises

‘Nature medicine’ study on mice finds exercise can allay the effects of dementia by increasing the hormone irisin in the brain

It’s week four of my Get Running challenge and I’ve committed to an actual race

A year after Rachel Flaherty realised her relationship with food and fitness had to change, she finds herself on the mountain top

Ann Marie McGlynn returned to the sport age 32 after her son fell ill and has won a number of titles since

Rachel Flaherty: It feels alien to yearn for an exercise I’ve thought of as a form of torture for so long

Helen Condon always enjoys a stroll with her dog Bailey

The health benefits of cycling are helping those who need an extra surge of energy