- Profiles
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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- Projects
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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- Real Life Stories
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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What You Can Do Outdoors
Ireland's mild climate lends itself to all year round activity. By dressing appropriately for the seasons there are a wealth of experiences just waiting to be enjoyed by you.
Walking with a Difference
Walking is a comparatively new sport in Ireland and Waymarked Ways are even newer. The first Waymarked Way was opened in Wicklow in 1982. Twenty two years later there are now over 31 ways covering a total of over 3,000 kilometres. For more information on the Walk Ireland, visit the Walk Ireland website
Nordic Walking
Nordic walking is another relatively new form of activity which is becoming increasingly popular in the Nordic countries and is currently being introduced to Ireland. The essential differences between Nordic walking and ordinary walking are that you use specially designed poles when walking and that you exercise all the muscles of the upper body as well as the lower body.
Nordic walking is an efficient, versatile and practical way to keep fit and healthy. It can be practised by everyone, irresepctive of your age or body build alone, in pairs or in groups, in all kinds of weather and on all types of surfaces. It's economical as the only equipment needed is a pair of poles. Nordic walking is also a very activity
Try your Local Facilities for Free
Remember when all you needed was a tennis ball, a piece of concrete, some chalk and a few friends to have an hour of fun and competitiveness? Well exercise can still come just as cheap. Local authorities all provide some form of free health and fitness facilities and, while charges vary between councils, many centres have 'open-days' when you can use facilities for free or at the most a pittance. Phone your local authority or have a look at their website. There are also a number of free basketball, five-a-side and tennis courts around.
If you're not into ball sports, then make your way to your nearest park. Run around, kick a football, skip rope, fling a frisbee and before you know it you'll have increased your heart rate and be on your way to fitness and a fine physique.