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Running

Core, mobility and weight training - 4 tips to help your running in 2019

Personal trainer David Last has worked with runners of all ages and abilities.

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Feb 4th 2019, 2:53 PM

longevity

'I'm in control of my own life now': Peter Stringer enjoying his own brand of freedom in retirement

A fitness fanatic, Stringer felt stronger and fitter when he retired at 40 than when he turned professional.

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Jan 28th 2019, 4:44 PM

nutrikate

From 'feeding the hunger' of the All-Ireland champions to gunning for her own basketball glory

Dublin LGFA and Longford GAA nutritionist Kate McDaid leads an extremely busy life.

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Jan 26th 2019, 7:30 AM

Fitness

The dos and don'ts of maintaining a sensible fitness plan in 2019

Personal trainer David Last on why we shouldn’t dive in head first during January.

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Jan 17th 2019, 3:23 PM

Fitness

New Year, New You: 5 tips to get your fitness goals up and running

Personal trainer David Last offers his January advice.

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Jan 3rd 2019, 3:26 PM

Have your say

Open thread: What was your favourite moment from the 2018 sporting year?

From Ireland’s Grand Slam triumph to our hockey stars claiming silver at the World Cup, it’s been a year to remember.

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Dec 25th 2018, 6:30 AM

happy fitmas

The best last-minute presents to get the fitness fanatic in your life

Gym gear, fitness watches and personal trainer vouchers are all on this year’s list.

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Dec 21st 2018, 5:31 PM

Fitness

5 tips to help you enjoy the Christmas period without falling off the fitness wagon

David Last’s message is clear – enjoy the holiday period but there are ways to ensure you don’t undo all your hard work from earlier in the year.

8.1k

Dec 17th 2018, 5:10 PM

Fitness

A checklist to help you enjoy December but not undo all your hard work

‘It’s important to unwind mentally and physically over the Christmas period,’ writes personal trainer David Last.

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Nov 28th 2018, 3:20 PM

Fitness

Christmas is coming! Tips to ensure you stay on track ahead of the festive period

Personal trainer David Last has seen clients undo hard work during the party season, but there are ways to limit the damage.

6.5k

Nov 9th 2018, 8:00 PM

driversity

F1 chief wants to see more US, Asian and female drivers as Hanoi circuit unveiled

Japan has led the way for Asian drivers in F1, but Chase Carey is keen to bring in competitors from China and Thailand.

5.1k

Nov 7th 2018, 1:55 PM

Comeback

'I didn't know what lymphoma was. So I said to him: 'Is it serious?''

Roscommon-man Colin Farrell was diagnosed with cancer when he was 22. Tomorrow he will attempt to run his first ever marathon in Dublin.

27.1k

Oct 27th 2018, 10:00 AM

Dublin Marathon

'The city we grew up in, the city we know so well, showcased at its beautiful best'

Ahead of his second Dublin Marathon, Ryan Bailey on a burgeoning lifelong love affair with the event.

4.2k

Oct 27th 2018, 8:30 AM

tie your laces

'Don't experiment on race day' - Planning your final preparations for the Dublin Marathon

Race director Jim Aughney joins us to talk through the best prep, what to expect on the day and the best recovery techniques once the race is over.

17.6k

Oct 24th 2018, 8:00 PM

Dublin Marathon

The last-minute advice you need for Sunday's Dublin Marathon

David Last has trained clients to achieve their marathon goals for years, and here he outlines his top tips for the days ahead.

5.2k

Oct 24th 2018, 6:15 AM

Checklist

5 problems that most people face when they start a new fitness programme

David Last talks us through some frequent traits when it comes to mobility, movement and nutrition.

7.1k

Oct 19th 2018, 11:35 AM

Unstoppable

Mayo native Sinéad Diver smashes course record and personal best to win Melbourne marathon

Diver became the second-fastest Irish female marathon runner of all time this morning.

8.9k

Oct 14th 2018, 5:21 PM

Fitness

4 top tips to help you look after your fitness while on the go

“If it’s important to you, then you will make it happen,” writes personal trainer David Last.

7.6k

Sep 28th 2018, 4:05 PM

Follow Journeys

'There's something uniquely special about race day in the Park'

Saturday’s Dublin half marathon raised excitement ahead of next month’s main event, writes Ryan Bailey.

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Sep 23rd 2018, 8:00 PM

Follow Journeys

Fuelling for a marathon: 'Nailing your preparation is powerful for confidence'

Leinster Rugby and Dublin GAA nutritionist Daniel Davey on what to eat before, during and after 26.2 gruelling miles.

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Sep 21st 2018, 11:50 AM

Follow Journeys

'No matter how much you've trained, you're plagued with self-doubt'

With six weeks to go until the 2018 Dublin Marathon, The42′s Ryan Bailey is preparing to compete in the capital for the second time.

5.0k

Sep 17th 2018, 7:30 AM

Fitness

The fitness industry is booming in Ireland, but why are we fatter than ever before?

Personal trainer David Last wonders why all of the hype surrounding exercise and healthy living isn’t reducing our waistlines.

10.5k

Sep 14th 2018, 6:00 AM

Fitness

'It turns out training hard in the gym gets results, not magic movements'

Personal trainer Dean Merton outlines his top tips for getting back into the swing of things this Autumn.

8.0k

Sep 11th 2018, 1:40 PM

Fitness

Getting back to business after summer - 5 tips to help ease you back into the gym

Personal trainer David Last on how we can reset our goals heading towards the final part of the year.

4.6k

Sep 6th 2018, 3:57 PM

Fitness

Why choosing the right form of training is key to achieving your fitness goals

Quality over quantity is so important, writes personal trainer David Last.

5.6k

Aug 17th 2018, 4:48 PM

Follow Journeys

'Back then I just played with the boys - now there's 220 girls at a ladies football summer camp in Fermoy'

Saoirse Noonan writes about equality in sport and the road to Croker in her final column for The42.

5.7k

Aug 17th 2018, 7:15 AM

do u even lift

'I just looked on Instagram and YouTube on how to do things with proper form'

Leah Cheung on getting into power lifting, managing her type 1 diabetes and targeting national records.

10.9k

Aug 11th 2018, 9:42 AM

column

The real reason people hit their fitness goals and how you can too

Columnist David Last on getting the results you want.

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Aug 9th 2018, 5:40 PM

Follow Journeys

'It's such a getaway. When I'm on the pitch, I don't have anything else to worry about'

In her column this week, Saoirse Noonan looks at the many benefits of sport.

5.2k

Aug 8th 2018, 10:01 PM

Follow Fitness

Don't hide away from your goals: Setting clear, specific targets will make all the difference

Now is the perfect time to take a good look at what you want from your fitness regime.

16.8k

Aug 7th 2018, 9:30 PM

cool running

'I think I can run a marathon... but can I run it in -30°C?' Tackling the coolest race on earth

Andrew Moore takes on Greenland’s Polar Circle Marathon in aid of the Dublin Simon Community.

3.2k

Aug 4th 2018, 7:00 AM

The King

LeBron James reportedly spends $1.5 million per year to take care of his body — here's where it goes

That’s one expensive gym membership.

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Aug 1st 2018, 12:10 AM

Follow Fitness

Ain't nobody got time for that? How to make space in your week for exercise

Jonny Holland helps tackle the number one excuse that keeps us from exercising: lack of time.

8.5k

Jul 31st 2018, 4:09 PM

Fitness

Which way to the gun show? The explosive arm workout to help fill out those t-shirt sleeves

Try these five explosive exercises this summer.

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Jul 29th 2018, 7:27 AM

Fitness

The great outdoors: Some of Ireland's best spots for a weekend hike, cycle or swim

Fitness columnist David Last takes us through some of his favourites.

9.4k

Jul 28th 2018, 8:30 AM

Semper Fi

Here's the technique Navy SEALs use to swim for miles without getting tired

Let’s go to the beach, beach!

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Jul 27th 2018, 11:39 PM

Coming In Hot

Beaches, BBQs and Burpees: How to keep your training on track while enjoying the summer sun

Fitness columnist David Last runs through some top tips for training during the good weather.

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Jul 26th 2018, 9:33 AM

Follow Journeys

From nutrition and meal plans to training and unwinding - A day in the life of a rising dual star

In her latest weekly column, Cork footballer and Irish international Saoirse Noonan’s talks about striking the right balance between training, rest and nutrition.

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Jul 25th 2018, 7:15 PM

Follow Fitness

'Setbacks are part of being successful': How to bounce back from problems with your training and diet

In his latest column, Jonny Holland looks at how to deal with setbacks and get your training back on track.

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Jul 24th 2018, 5:34 PM

Follow Journeys

The beauty of running races: nerves, adrenaline and the thrill of crossing the line

As Ryan Bailey’s training programme intensifies, last week’s Irish Runner 10 Mile provided an important checkpoint.

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Jul 23rd 2018, 6:30 AM