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Fitness - Sunday 2 February, 2020

From The42 Consequences of Cantona's kung-fu kick, Kobe Bryant's greatness and more of the week's best sportswriting Good Reads

Consequences of Cantona's kung-fu kick, Kobe Bryant's greatness and more of the week's best sportswriting

Feb 2nd 2020, 8:30 AM 5,242 Views No Comments

A selection of our favourite bits of sportswriting from around the world over the past seven days.

Fitness - Friday 17 January, 2020

From The42 Get your crayons out and you can win Six Nations tickets in our colouring book competition

Get your crayons out and you can win Six Nations tickets in our colouring book competition

Jan 17th 2020, 6:45 PM 3,570 Views 2 Comments

She Can! has proven a big hit since its release.

Fitness - Tuesday 31 December, 2019

From The42 The Cork ultra runner targeting 32 marathons in 32 counties in 32 days Mind Games

The Cork ultra runner targeting 32 marathons in 32 counties in 32 days

Dec 31st 2019, 7:30 AM 19,604 Views 30 Comments

Conor O’Keeffe will start his Herculean task on 1 April with 32 pounds on his back, removing one pound each day. For him, it symbolises the weight of depression and his battle with that burden.

Fitness - Wednesday 4 December, 2019

From The42 'That was my final track race. She didn't even try to win the race, she just tried to beat me' Next Generation

'That was my final track race. She didn't even try to win the race, she just tried to beat me'

Dec 4th 2019, 8:00 AM 70,833 Views 7 Comments

Sonia O’Sullivan speaks to The42 as she reflects on life after turning 50.

Fitness - Thursday 28 November, 2019

From The42 Cluxton, Lowry and Taylor among longlist for 2019 RTÉ Sportsperson of the Year RTÉ Sports Person Of The Year

Cluxton, Lowry and Taylor among longlist for 2019 RTÉ Sportsperson of the Year

Nov 28th 2019, 6:07 PM 14,702 Views 37 Comments

The 26 nominees will be narrowed down on 8 December with the winner announced six days later.

Fitness - Thursday 24 October, 2019

From The42 Running the Dublin City Marathon this Sunday? Here are some last-minute tips and advice Countdown

Running the Dublin City Marathon this Sunday? Here are some last-minute tips and advice

Oct 24th 2019, 12:08 PM 4,234 Views 5 Comments

Personal trainer David Last returns with some tips for the big day.

Fitness - Saturday 3 August, 2019

15-year-old from Meath takes first place in the men's Liffey Swim race Winning

15-year-old from Meath takes first place in the men's Liffey Swim race

Aug 3rd 2019, 2:24 PM 61,129 Views 52 Comments

Sinead Delaney, also from Meath, came first in the women’s race.

Fitness - Thursday 1 August, 2019

From The42 Love The42? Become a member and support your favourite sports news source Kicking On

Love The42? Become a member and support your favourite sports news source

Aug 1st 2019, 6:15 PM 19,947 Views 32 Comments

Members will receive a load of cool benefits but – relax, comment section – nothing will change on the site.

Fitness - Monday 29 July, 2019

From The42 Analysis: Boks add new layer to scrum attack while Wallabies strike clinically Smarts

Analysis: Boks add new layer to scrum attack while Wallabies strike clinically

Jul 29th 2019, 1:59 PM 9,816 Views 10 Comments

The All Blacks thought they knew what was coming but Rassie Erasmus’ team changed the picture.

Fitness - Sunday 16 June, 2019

From The42 It's Sunday so here are 10 of our favourite images from the sporting week Snap Happy

It's Sunday so here are 10 of our favourite images from the sporting week

Jun 16th 2019, 9:13 PM 7,936 Views 2 Comments

All the action from a different angle.

Fitness - Wednesday 22 May, 2019

From The42 'I woke up at 3am... I was convinced I was dying' Pain

'I woke up at 3am... I was convinced I was dying'

May 22nd 2019, 8:25 PM 51,747 Views 7 Comments

Eileen Ring reflects on a difficult few years after a life-altering incident in November 2013.

Fitness - Monday 6 May, 2019

From The42 The truth about barefoot running - the key to avoiding injury or a runner's fad? Born To Run This post contains videos

The truth about barefoot running - the key to avoiding injury or a runner's fad?

May 6th 2019, 10:00 AM 38,478 Views 31 Comments

Whether you’re a casual jogger or into long distance, paying attention to footwear and form could help reduce the risk of injuries.

Fitness - Sunday 5 May, 2019

Runners in Belfast City Marathon run extra 0.3 miles after course mix-up Keep On Running

Runners in Belfast City Marathon run extra 0.3 miles after course mix-up

May 5th 2019, 5:51 PM 31,796 Views 42 Comments

Organisers of the race have apologised to participants.

Fitness - Saturday 20 April, 2019

From The42 'You won't notice anything outside the moment because you're just trying to basically stay alive' Scaling Heights

'You won't notice anything outside the moment because you're just trying to basically stay alive'

Apr 20th 2019, 8:15 AM 9,235 Views 5 Comments

Former professional rugby player Damian Browne is attempting to climb the seven summits of the world.

Fitness - Sunday 7 April, 2019

From The42 'I broke my collarbone during a 160km mountain race in Tennessee. No help was coming, it was a matter of survival' Heroic This post contains videos

'I broke my collarbone during a 160km mountain race in Tennessee. No help was coming, it was a matter of survival'

Apr 7th 2019, 8:00 AM 29,641 Views 10 Comments

Cork’s Eoin Keith on his distinguished career in ultra running, winning the UK’s ‘most brutal race’ and taking part in the Netflix-famous Barkley Marathons last year.

Fitness - Wednesday 27 February, 2019

From The42 The fascination with fitness technology and whether it helps us hit our goals Fitness

The fascination with fitness technology and whether it helps us hit our goals

Feb 27th 2019, 4:56 PM 4,902 Views No Comments

Personal trainer David Last has seen clients invest in GPS watches and food-tracking apps without first mastering the basics.

Fitness - Monday 4 February, 2019

From The42 Core, mobility and weight training - 4 tips to help your running in 2019 Running

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

Feb 4th 2019, 2:53 PM 9,328 Views No Comments

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

Fitness - Monday 28 January, 2019

From The42 'I'm in control of my own life now': Peter Stringer enjoying his own brand of freedom in retirement Longevity

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

Jan 28th 2019, 4:44 PM 15,224 Views 6 Comments

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

Fitness - Saturday 26 January, 2019

From The42 From 'feeding the hunger' of the All-Ireland champions to gunning for her own basketball glory Nutrikate

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

Jan 26th 2019, 7:30 AM 14,990 Views 1 Comment

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

Fitness - Thursday 17 January, 2019

From The42 The dos and don'ts of maintaining a sensible fitness plan in 2019 Fitness

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

Jan 17th 2019, 3:23 PM 7,035 Views 2 Comments

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

Fitness - Thursday 3 January, 2019

From The42 New Year, New You: 5 tips to get your fitness goals up and running Fitness

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

Jan 3rd 2019, 3:26 PM 5,685 Views No Comments

Personal trainer David Last offers his January advice.

Fitness - Tuesday 25 December, 2018

From The42 Open thread: What was your favourite moment from the 2018 sporting year? Have Your Say This post contains a poll

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

Dec 25th 2018, 6:30 AM 7,068 Views 24 Comments

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

Fitness - Friday 21 December, 2018

From The42 The best last-minute presents to get the fitness fanatic in your life Happy Fitmas

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

Dec 21st 2018, 5:31 PM 9,418 Views No Comments

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

Fitness - Monday 17 December, 2018

From The42 5 tips to help you enjoy the Christmas period without falling off the fitness wagon Fitness

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

Dec 17th 2018, 5:10 PM 7,949 Views No Comments

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.

Fitness - Wednesday 28 November, 2018

From The42 A checklist to help you enjoy December but not undo all your hard work Fitness

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

Nov 28th 2018, 3:20 PM 6,502 Views 1 Comment

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

Fitness - Friday 9 November, 2018

From The42 Christmas is coming! Tips to ensure you stay on track ahead of the festive period Fitness

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

Nov 9th 2018, 8:00 PM 6,394 Views No Comments

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

Fitness - Wednesday 7 November, 2018

From The42 F1 chief wants to see more US, Asian and female drivers as Hanoi circuit unveiled Driversity

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

Nov 7th 2018, 1:55 PM 4,951 Views 17 Comments

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

Fitness - Saturday 27 October, 2018

From The42 'I didn't know what lymphoma was. So I said to him: 'Is it serious?'' Comeback

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

Oct 27th 2018, 10:00 AM 26,894 Views 7 Comments

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

From The42 'The city we grew up in, the city we know so well, showcased at its beautiful best' Dublin Marathon

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

Oct 27th 2018, 8:30 AM 4,131 Views 2 Comments

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

Fitness - Wednesday 24 October, 2018

From The42 'Don't experiment on race day' - Planning your final preparations for the Dublin Marathon Tie Your Laces This post contains videos

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

Oct 24th 2018, 8:00 PM 17,429 Views 26 Comments

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.

From The42 The last-minute advice you need for Sunday's Dublin Marathon Dublin Marathon

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

Oct 24th 2018, 6:15 AM 5,134 Views 5 Comments

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

Fitness - Friday 19 October, 2018

From The42 5 problems that most people face when they start a new fitness programme Checklist

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

Oct 19th 2018, 11:35 AM 5,316 Views No Comments

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

Fitness - Sunday 14 October, 2018

From The42 Mayo native Sinéad Diver smashes course record and personal best to win Melbourne marathon Unstoppable

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

Oct 14th 2018, 5:21 PM 8,842 Views 1 Comment

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

Fitness - Friday 28 September, 2018

From The42 4 top tips to help you look after your fitness while on the go Fitness

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

Sep 28th 2018, 4:05 PM 7,457 Views 2 Comments

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

Fitness - Sunday 23 September, 2018

From The42 'There's something uniquely special about race day in the Park' Follow Journeys

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

Sep 23rd 2018, 8:00 PM 3,587 Views 1 Comment

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

Fitness - Friday 21 September, 2018

From The42 Fuelling for a marathon: 'Nailing your preparation is powerful for confidence' Follow Journeys

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

Sep 21st 2018, 11:50 AM 6,462 Views No Comments

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

Fitness - Monday 17 September, 2018

From The42 'No matter how much you've trained, you're plagued with self-doubt' Follow Journeys

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

Sep 17th 2018, 7:30 AM 4,282 Views No Comments

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.

Fitness - Friday 14 September, 2018

From The42 The fitness industry is booming in Ireland, but why are we fatter than ever before? Fitness

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

Sep 14th 2018, 6:00 AM 9,813 Views 18 Comments

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

Fitness - Tuesday 11 September, 2018

From The42 'It turns out training hard in the gym gets results, not magic movements' Fitness

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

Sep 11th 2018, 1:40 PM 7,769 Views No Comments

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

Fitness - Thursday 6 September, 2018

From The42 Getting back to business after summer - 5 tips to help ease you back into the gym Fitness

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

Sep 6th 2018, 3:57 PM 4,513 Views No Comments

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

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