http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/ http://www.independent.ie/woman/diet-fitness/part-three-of-five-karls-fab-30day-beach-body-plan-29285889.html http://www.independent.ie/woman/diet-fitness/part-three-of-five-karls-fab-30day-beach-body-plan-29285889.html Fitness expert Karl Henry shares his exclusive four-week fitness and diet guide. In Part Three, he explains resistance exercise Diet & Fitness Wed, 22 May 2013 04:00:01 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/woman/diet-fitness/part-two-of-five-karls-fab-30day-beach-body-plan-29281980.html http://www.independent.ie/woman/diet-fitness/part-two-of-five-karls-fab-30day-beach-body-plan-29281980.html Fitness expert Karl Henry shares his exclusive four-week fitness and diet guide. In Part Two, he gets your heart pumping Diet & Fitness Tue, 21 May 2013 04:00:01 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/michael-lyster-my-brush-with-death-29276499.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/michael-lyster-my-brush-with-death-29276499.html Vincent Hogan meets the presenter who's recovered from a heart scare and is relishing his TV return Lifestyle Sat, 18 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/food-drink/rise-shine-29276513.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/food-drink/rise-shine-29276513.html Wake up your visitors – or just yourself – with these delicious breakfast recipes from Deb Perelman Food & Drink Sat, 18 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/woman/diet-fitness/part-one-of-five-karls-fab-30day-beach-body-plan-29279461.html http://www.independent.ie/woman/diet-fitness/part-one-of-five-karls-fab-30day-beach-body-plan-29279461.html Fitness expert Karl Henry shares his exclusive four-week fitness and diet guide. In Part One, he reveals the secret of success and the exercises and recipes that will help you meet your goals Diet & Fitness Mon, 20 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 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/tri-an-mi-cxiii-is-dominated-by-big-red-cloud-academy-29289814.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/tri-an-mi-cxiii-is-dominated-by-big-red-cloud-academy-29289814.html Of the 10 athletes signed up at the academy, six took part, gaining second and third place in the male event and first and third in the female. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/dublin-race-series-is-ideal-prelude-to-marathon-29289818.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/dublin-race-series-is-ideal-prelude-to-marathon-29289818.html It is time now for all intending participants to be thinking of entering the Dublin Race Series, the four events that are perfect stepping stones to the Dublin Marathon in October. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/thinking-ahead-29289799.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/thinking-ahead-29289799.html Every year, thousands of Irish teenagers leave their homes in search of a professional sports career abroad. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/we-can-live-longer-with-better-food-choices-29289800.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/we-can-live-longer-with-better-food-choices-29289800.html Our bodies are paying Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100 http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/oshea-back-to-winning-form-in-emer-casey-memorial-10k-29289801.html http://www.independent.ie/lifestyle/health/oshea-back-to-winning-form-in-emer-casey-memorial-10k-29289801.html Since the inaugural race in 2007, a 10k race and associated events in Youghal have raised around €500,000 for cancer research through the Emer Casey Foundation. Health Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:02 +0100