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Poll: Have you been sticking to your New Year's Resolutions?
No pressure.
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Jan 17th 2019, 8:00 AM
New Years resolutions are a total scam - I’m not making any and you shouldn’t either
Why make January any worse than it has to be, tbh?
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Dec 29th 2018, 7:30 PM
Facebook Live Q&A: Career coach Jane Downes answers your questions
If you have back-to-work blues, this interview is a must-watch.
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Jan 5th 2018, 4:36 PM
Catherina McKiernan's guide to taking up running in 2018
The two-time Olympian says having a goal in mind is key.
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Jan 1st 2018, 11:00 AM
8 of the most common exercise and nutrition myths to avoid in 2017
‘Everyone in fitness is trying to sell you something, nobody is trying to sell you the truth,’ writes personal trainer James Hanley.
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Jan 18th 2017, 7:00 AM
Checklist: 8 things you need to do this January before embarking on your fitness journey
It’s important not to dive in at the deep end if you want to achieve long-term goals, writes David Last.
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Jan 3rd 2017, 5:00 PM
Life Coach: 2017 is the year for you. Ditch your old-but-comfy habits
2017 could be the year you make a new start, develop new habits, plan something new or just start thinking about options for the future, writes Derval Chambers Petit.
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Jan 1st 2017, 5:00 PM
Does exercising on an empty stomach actually help you lose more weight?
In his latest blog, nutritionist Danny Lennon explains why fasting before cardio doesn’t have any benefits.
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Jan 20th 2016, 9:00 AM
One of our writers is taking on a 12-week fitness programme designed by Jordi Murphy
Ryan Bailey is taking on a new challenge this January. Here is the first instalment in his fitness diary.
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Jan 16th 2016, 10:30 AM
New to the gym this January? 10 fitness tips for beginners
Have you embarked on New Year’s health kick? Let us help you on your way.
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Jan 15th 2016, 8:15 AM
Discipline is important in your diet but it doesn't mean you need to live like a monk
In his first column, nutrition expert Danny Lennon explains why he would recommend flexible dieting.
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Jan 13th 2016, 12:01 PM
Looking to join a gym? Here are some of the best options in Dublin, Galway and Cork
Choosing a gym is a big decision – here is some advice on which ones may suit you.
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Jan 11th 2016, 11:15 AM
Already failing at your 'go to the gym' resolution? Here's some tips that might make you go
We’re just over a week into the new year. Are you already finding yourself failing at your get fit resolution. This might help.
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Jan 9th 2016, 8:30 AM
Fitness in real life - 4 top tips to ensure you make the best use of your time this January
Set your goals and don’t waste time in the gym.
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Jan 8th 2016, 9:30 AM
The greatest story never told - a call to arms for those undecided about change
In the first of a new series of blogs, personal trainer Kieran Hegarty outlines the foundations for success in making a positive change this January.
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Jan 7th 2016, 8:50 AM
Top tips to succeed in the gym this January from someone who has done it all before
It’s the ideal time to make a change.
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Jan 6th 2016, 5:00 PM
8 reasons to keep telling yourself Dry January is the smart choice
The unbearable smugness of being.
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Jan 5th 2016, 11:07 AM
13 New Year's resolutions every Irish twentysomething should make in 2016
“I will stop downloading Tinder every time I get a little bit bored.”
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Jan 4th 2016, 6:00 PM
10 ways to 'trick' yourself into going to the gym
We can’t guarantee they’ll work for you but they’re top tips to get you off the couch.
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Jan 1st 2016, 8:17 PM
Personal training, wearable tech and the top 10 fitness trends of 2015
Here’s what took the industry by storm over the last 12 months.
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Jan 1st 2016, 7:00 AM
20 minutes to a fitter you – part 6
We’re putting our own spin on the 12 days of Christmas.
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Dec 21st 2015, 8:30 AM
Craig Gilroy and Jordi Murphy on gym routines, sleep and personal bests
The Ireland internationals tell The42 about how their prepare off the pitch.
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Dec 21st 2015, 7:00 AM
13 people already winning 2015
Heroes.
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Jan 5th 2015, 8:24 PM
Giving up the booze for January? Good, because here's what hangovers do to your body
Can’t look at another drink?
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Jan 3rd 2015, 8:45 AM
Poll: Have you made any New Year's resolutions?
Are you full of good intentions this morning?
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Jan 1st 2015, 9:29 AM
All the stages you go through when starting a new job
It’s not easy being the new kid on the block.
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Jan 16th 2014, 1:00 PM
9 lies you've already told yourself today
You can start it all tomorrow. Everything will be better tomorrow.
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Jan 6th 2014, 1:02 PM
Here are the New Year's resolutions you should ACTUALLY make
Forget the traditionals, these are changes that really need to be made.
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Jan 1st 2014, 6:00 PM
Here are the reasons why Dry January is the smart choice
Having trouble convincing everyone? Haters to the left.
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Jan 1st 2014, 1:00 PM
10 ways to burn off that Christmas stuffing (without leaving the house)
Just because you didn’t get that in-house gym you wanted doesn’t mean you can’t get a sweat on.
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Dec 28th 2013, 4:00 PM
Lisa McInerney: New Year is where we resolve to be grown-ups
The true mark of maturity, however, is to stop beating ourselves up over not being the perfect adult – and to resolve to be a better kid.
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Dec 31st 2012, 7:00 AM