We are pleased to announce that talkhealth has been awarded the PIF TICK accrediation for trustworthy health information for the second year running. This accolade shows our constant dedication to providing our members with up-to-date, trustworthy and reliable health information. We are delighted to have our certification renewed and sit alongside the cornerstones of British… Read More »
The shorter, gloomy days of autumn and winter may not seem an obvious time to take up running. But marathon record-breaker Paula Radcliffe believes there has never been a better time to start. With the country facing increasing lockdown restrictions, and Covid cases growing, the long-distance athlete is on a mission to get the UK… Read More »
The Nike Pegasus has had 30 versions since it was first released in 1983 and is Nike’s best selling running show of all time. In light of Covid-19 restrictions, more and more people have turned to pounding the pavements as an alternative to their usual gym, sporting or fitness activities. This is reflected in search… Read More »
Two women from Donegal are raising funds for charity by running the entire way from Mizen Head in Cork, to Malin Head in Donegal. Julie McMullin, originally from Roscommon but who now lives in Ballyshannon, and her friend Loretta Cullen, also from Ballyshannon, are raising money for The Donegal Hospice, The Northwest Hospice and the… Read More »
Training for and completing a marathon improves the health of a new runner’s arteries, cutting about four years off their “vascular age”, a study suggests. Researchers from Barts and University College London tested 138 novice runners attempting the London Marathon. Over six months of training, their arteries regained some youthful elasticity, which should reduce the… Read More »
She’s the face of this year’s VHI Women’s Mini Marathon, now Doireann Garrihy is ready to share her top tips to get you ready to run 10km. Yes, you…it can be done! In fact Doireann says there are just three steps you need to follow to get you moving. “My advice for someone starting out… Read More »
I just did a number of interval training running today as part of my weight loss exercise and it was thrilling! I never really incorporated running into my interval training plan, however I felt excellent afterwards. although the stationary bike is my favorite way to do intervals, I really enjoyed running for a change. There… Read More »