Stuck for ideas of where to walk?

Stuck for ideas of where to walk?

With the winter months creeping in we have found people don’t have the same desire to go climbing up the Mournes and would prefer a walk they can enjoy the scenery but avoid the “mucky paths” As we all know, the benefits of fresh air and nature are priceless, so...
Work life balance, are you getting it right?

Work life balance, are you getting it right?

Is this something you struggle with? Do you know how to switch off? Are you the kind of person who can’t say ‘no’ when asked to do a favour, a helpful task or a job? Taking too much on can be overwhelming. It can start to wear you down. BURNOUT is a real thing....
5 tips for training yourself in the gym

5 tips for training yourself in the gym

1. Time your rest periods For most sets, your rest period will be between 60-120secs. The lower end of this if you’re lifting lighter, the higher end if you’re doing lower reps and lifting heavier generally. It’s easy to get distracted on your phone, talking to...
What role does strength training play in sport?

What role does strength training play in sport?

Training twice a week with the team might get you by, but it certainly isn’t optimum for fulfilling your potential! Following a specific strength training program alongside your sport will not only help improve on pitch performance, but will help minimise the...
Does muscle weigh more than fat?

Does muscle weigh more than fat?

“I tried so hard this week and didn’t lose any weight, I’m RAGING , maybe I’m turning fat into muscle ” Having had a nutritious week, 100% in a calorie deficit, exercising flat out, you jump on the scales, low and behold, NOTHING you gained 0.3kg Regardless of being...