Stamina, rather than strength, behind metabolic health, Finnish study shows
Inaugural games were culmination of physical and mental wellbeing programme for firefighters
Psychological tricks can motivate you as alternatives to stopping or walking
The more active someone is, the less likely they are to die prematurely, even when body mass, smoking and diet are taken into account, a new study has found
No longer seen as just a schoolgirl game, fitness aficionados, and that includes men, are discovering the health benefits of the sport
I wanted to feel strong, get rid of stress and enjoy myself while doing it
With racing yachts now exerting thousands of pounds of force, crews need to reach peak fitness to prepare for regattas
No weapons but ‘empty hand’ delivers many benefits to members
Exercise has long been known to boost mood but a recent study shows that prescribed workouts had dramatic and positive effects on seriously depressed women
Many runners feel separation anxiety when they go out without their mobile
‘The swim is a nice distance of 2km and I love the fact that there are age-group prizes’
Adherents for cold workouts say they can reduce dehydration and inflammation
Main focus is self-protection: It enables a weaker individual overcome a larger assailant
Ancient Chinese martial art is popular in Ireland for its health benefits
‘Kickboxing develops strength, stamina, flexibility and of course discipline’
They practice the fighting and use the weapons ninjas trained in to augment their espionage
Kyle Mulholland thought competitive physical sports were beyond him. Then he decided to try Brazilian jiu-jitsu
My weight-loss journey: Acknowledging an old habit has helped me return to my new healthy normal
The first time I managed to squat my body weight made me feel I could accomplish anything
‘If you don’t have the mental strength you’ll just want to sit down on the ground and cry’
It is based on the sword fighting styles of the samurai warriors
Getting fit at the gym doesn’t mean losing weight
Let negative talk of the ‘wall’, blisters, upset stomachs and cramping calves go over your head
I’m not usually good with new people, but I can walk, alone, into a room of unknown Scottish country dancers in any country, and know I will be welcome
Team games are waning, endurance sports are growing, and participation by women is rising
For the 38-strong Irish team preparing to take part in the World Transplant Games, their organ donors are very much on their minds
On a tortuous hike I learned the importance of being present in the here and now
People who worked out before noon lost more weight than those who did so after 3pm
Why I Love . . . Running: I put my avoidance of running injuries down to Pilates
Tongariro Alpine Crossing in New Zealand is not for faint of heart but a joy to do
‘Aikido’ translates to ‘the way of harmony’ – its aim is to unify body, mind and spirit
Next time you pass a fellow runner, try a smile or a word of encouragement
Rodents put on a programme of weight training demonstrated improved cognitive function, according to a new study
Self-sabotage was a strange comfort zone but I’m glad I’m tackling it
Becoming a yoga teacher can take just weeks but intensive courses may not be the way to go
Get the results you want from your exercise routine
Study of novices trying first HIIT session finds exercise more enjoyable with music than podcasts
A joyous and inspirational weekend of yoga practice at Co Louth’s Townley Hall
Why I love . . . the gym
Women on Wheels call for segregated cycling routes as only way to foster ‘inclusive cycling’
Running has been shown to enhance our mood, reduce stress and anxiety and helps to improve our sleep quality
Focusing the mind can also help the body de-stress
Running a marathon ramps up a gut bacteria that made mice run faster, but would it work in people?
Why I love . . . lawn bowls
‘It keeps you fit, healthy and flexible ... for self defence its great’
A cycle in Ireland’s beautiful countryside may be just magical but ignore its many dangers at your peril
Urinary incontinence affects twice as many women as men but it’s a subject we tend to avoid. By sharing our stories we can discover the solutions and stop feeling embarassed about an issue that affects millions
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