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Ciara O'Brien
Womens Hockey International, Ciara OBrien who has more than 100 caps for Ireland outlines her development at Railway Union Hockey Club and the commitment required to be an international hockey player while studying and working. This is her story in her own words ….
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Irish Amateur Rowing Union
The Irish Amateur Rowing Union are developing the Wet row programme for schools linking with existing clubs
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Ruth Kilkenny
International Badminton Player, Ruth Kilkenny outlines her experiences since moving to Denmark to train full-time. Here is her story so far...
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Walking
Walking is the simplest, safest and one of the most effective forms of exercise. Not only does regular walking benefit the heart and lungs, but it also keeps bones, muscles and joints in good condition, and it increases our feelings of well being.
The ISC has launched a new Irish Trails website www.irishtrails.ie
This sense of well being helps in coping with the stresses and strains of modern living. Another positive aspect of walking is that it does not require expensive equipment or facilities.
For this reason, walking is one of the simplest initiatives that can be introduced into your daily routine in any of the following ways:
- Give the car a rest, walk to the shops, bank and church
- Walk the dog or take the family for a walk
- Walk about during the day
- Walk with a friend or partner
- Look out for your nearest Slí na Sláinte route
- Climb the stairs - a flight a day may keep heart disease away
Good walking tips
- Start slowly and gradually build up to the recommended thirty minutes a day
Drink a glass of water before and after your walk - Wear comfortable shoes and comfortable loose clothing
- Warm up at the beginning and cool down at the end of your walk - walk at an easy pace for five to seven minutes until you feel warm/cool all over
- Walk whenever you get the chance to - to the shops or just for fun
- Vary your walking route
- Walk with family or friends
- Keep a record of your progress
- Stop if you experience any unusual symptoms chest pain, breathlessness or dizziness and consult your doctor
If you have a medical history, consult your doctor before you start - Stop, look and listen - be aware of road safety
- Wear reflective clothing if walking at night
- Find your nearest Slí na Sláinte route
For more information go to the Irish Sports Council's Irish Trails website.
The new website from the Irish Sports Council provides information on many wonderful trails around the country. These trails are there for everyone to enjoy and provide a great way of getting out and active in the Irish outdoors. The number and variety of trails from forest walks to upland hiking trails and off road cycling trail is very impressive.