http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/ http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/running-sweet-balm-for-the-spirit-29289845.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/running-sweet-balm-for-the-spirit-29289845.html I have come to believe running is as much a spiritual experience as a physical one, and the older I get, the more I am convinced of the importance of this grain of truth. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/qa-derval-orourke-29289793.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/qa-derval-orourke-29289793.html 1/ How many hours a week do you spend training? Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/the-healing-touch-how-cancer-sufferers-can-benefit-29279499.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/the-healing-touch-how-cancer-sufferers-can-benefit-29279499.html Skin therapies are now available to deal with the side effects of chemotherapy, writes Amanda Phelan Health Mon, 20 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/no-one-wants-to-be-a-drunk-29278076.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/no-one-wants-to-be-a-drunk-29278076.html Pat Phelan spent the 1990s in an alcoholic haze, for reasons he still doesn't understand. Fortunately his wife Carol never stopped believing in him and 13 years ago he dried out. Barry Egan talks to one of Ireland's top tech entrepreneurs Health Sun, 19 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/how-to-avoid-pitfalls-of-cosmetic-surgery-29279504.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/how-to-avoid-pitfalls-of-cosmetic-surgery-29279504.html How do you know if the cosmetic surgeon you are about to allow to take the scalpel to your body is fully qualified or just a regular doctor who does plastic surgery? Health Mon, 20 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/all-change-29295157.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/all-change-29295157.html They say variety is the spice of life and, having gone through some changes in the past few weeks myself, there is no question about it. Health Sat, 25 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/woman/diet-fitness/part-five-of-five-how-to-stay-healthy-on-your-holidays-29292569.html http://www.independent.ie/woman/diet-fitness/part-five-of-five-how-to-stay-healthy-on-your-holidays-29292569.html Now that you're finally heading for the beach, fitness expert Karl Henry says it's vital to maintain your diet and exercise regime at all times Diet & Fitness Fri, 24 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/blog/karl-henrys-metabolism-and-weight-loss-tips-29291238.html http://www.independent.ie/blog/karl-henrys-metabolism-and-weight-loss-tips-29291238.html Fitness expert Karl Henry’s essential five-part beach body plan concludes today. Blog Thu, 23 May 2013 14:11:45 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/woman/diet-fitness/work-on-your-chest-for-overall-balance-29289790.html http://www.independent.ie/woman/diet-fitness/work-on-your-chest-for-overall-balance-29289790.html It's funny how it's not until you see some definition in your chest muscles that you realise how important it is to work your chest. Diet & Fitness Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/woman/diet-fitness/we-can-live-longer-with-better-food-choices-29289800.html http://www.independent.ie/woman/diet-fitness/we-can-live-longer-with-better-food-choices-29289800.html Every now and then, the media reports on the oldest living humans on the planet. Perhaps Jiroemon Kimura, who lives in Japan, should take a bow. Astonishingly, this man who still eats three square meals a day was born 17 years before the start of World War One (yes, you did read that correctly). He is 116 years old. Diet & Fitness Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/eightday-epic-cycle-kicks-off-in-meath-29289820.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/eightday-epic-cycle-kicks-off-in-meath-29289820.html The 2013 An Post Ras kicked off on Sunday with a ceremonial start in Dunboyne, Co Meath. To many, this annual event is known as the "Ras" or "Ras Tailteann" and is Ireland's most prestigious cycling event. Teams from all the world, from Azerbaijan to the United States, confirmed their contention in the last few months, making this event the biggest, highest-ranking cycle race in all of Ireland. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/today-29289821.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/today-29289821.html cycling Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/saturday-29289822.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/saturday-29289822.html triathlon Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/running-29289823.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/running-29289823.html toDAY Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/cut-losses-if-youre-not-fit-to-race-29289825.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/cut-losses-if-youre-not-fit-to-race-29289825.html I have often written here about the happy days and successes I enjoyed during my professional running career. Thankfully, I have many great memories to look back on. But it wasn't all rosy in the garden, and I had a couple of races that didn't go the best for me. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/bell-sweep-helmet-29289828.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/bell-sweep-helmet-29289828.html €120, bellhelmets.com Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/on-cloudracer-29289830.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/on-cloudracer-29289830.html At first glance, these shoes may look a bit of a gimmick, but what I discovered about the 'On' running shoes impressed me. The Cloudracer is the lightweight racing version from the 'On' shoe range. The 'cloudtech' flexible tubes on the sole compress under weight, giving cushioning and rebound when in motion. While the weight is not a strong point compared to the competition in the racing shoes market (280gs for my UK10s), the upper construction is outstanding: breathable, light and wonderfully fitting. After a few training sessions in the Cloudracers, I altered the way I run to land on my heels and quickly discovered the 'wow' factor.Great upper fused together with a soft, flexible sole. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/we-gave-you-the-readers-the-chance-to-star-on-our-cover-via-twitter-and-be-a-fit-city-series-race-ambassador-here-we-meet-the-inspiring-winners-and-hear-their-fitness-stories-29289833.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/we-gave-you-the-readers-the-chance-to-star-on-our-cover-via-twitter-and-be-a-fit-city-series-race-ambassador-here-we-meet-the-inspiring-winners-and-hear-their-fitness-stories-29289833.html I was nominated by my boss, David Mulqueen, director at The Edge: Clontarf. He said: 'Chris has unbelievable dedication and commitment to completely turn his life around. His amazing transformation should provide anyone who has struggled with weight the motivation to improve or at least give it another go'. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/come-over-to-the-dark-side-29289835.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/come-over-to-the-dark-side-29289835.html Given most people's fondness for sweet tastes, something that I am frequently asked about is sweet-tasting but healthy snacks and/or treats. Fruit, of course, is usually the first response, but that is often rebuffed, mainly because of the perception that fruit is not enough of a treat. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/neumerzhitskiy-leads-pack-home-in-scenic-killarney-29289802.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/neumerzhitskiy-leads-pack-home-in-scenic-killarney-29289802.html Vasily Nevmerzhitskiy was the winner of one of Ireland's most scenic marathons on Saturday. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/awler-is-the-fastest-schoolboy-and-the-fastest-man-too-29289805.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/awler-is-the-fastest-schoolboy-and-the-fastest-man-too-29289805.html Day two of the Aviva Leinster Schools Track and Field Championships saw many potential stars competing, but none shone brighter than the lightning-fast Marcus Lawler of CBS Carlow who set new record marks in the Senior Boys 100m, 200m and 4x100m relay. Lawler dominated the 100m, running 10.38, and breaking Derek O'Connor's 1983 record of 10.4 seconds. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/rebranded-race-attracts-record-entry-29289808.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/rebranded-race-attracts-record-entry-29289808.html Sergiu Ciobanu (inset) of Clonliffe Harriers led all the way in Sunday's Terenure 5 Mile Road Race and finished a clear winner in 24.37 to take home the €400 top prize. Ciobanu's Clonliffe Harriers clubmate Gary O'Hanlon was unable to stay with the early pace set by the Moldovan, but he held on to finish second in 25.19. Thomas Hayes of Kilkenny City Harriers ran one of his best races to date to hold down third place in 25.27. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/injuries-dont-stop-campbell-in-maynooth-29289809.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/injuries-dont-stop-campbell-in-maynooth-29289809.html David Campbell, representing UCD, won the third edition of Sunday's Maynooth 10k by a considerable margin in 32.04. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/take-responsibility-for-your-health-today-29289810.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/take-responsibility-for-your-health-today-29289810.html Who is really responsible for your personal health and fitness? Your doctor? Your husband? Your wife? Your children? Your parents? Your team manager? Your sister? Your brother? Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/avivamunster-schools-tf-29289816.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/avivamunster-schools-tf-29289816.html There were several double-winning performances at Saturday's Aviva/Munster Schools T&F which took place at the Cork IT Athletics Stadium, but pride of place went to a couple of athletes targeting the European Juniors in Rieti, Italy, in July. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100