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Anyone who has ever encountered a burpee probably has a question, and that question is, whyyyyyyyyyyy?

For anyone who hasn't encountered a burpee, they look something like this.

And they are as unpleasant as you might imagine.

But, it turns out that there's a very good reason as to why we torture ourselves all in the name of getting healthier.

For Mind Yourself Now, fitness expert Ronan Murphy from TonedFit and Vkng Built explained the 'whys' of some of your least favourite exercises from burpees to lunges and also why we all should be taking rest days.
You can listen to the full chat below:
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We know.

And take one moment at a time.

Disclaimer: The following links are purely for educational purposes and are not intended as psychological interventions or as a substitute for psychological treatment. If you are in need of psychological help you should seek the consultation of a licensed mental health professional.

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Life changed in almost every aspect of Irish society in 2020 and sport, exercise and fitness were no different, as the annual Teneo Sport and Sponsorship Index revealed in the last few days.

The report is a comprehensive 1,000 person nationally representative survey with quotas imposed across gender, region, age and social class and examines the Irish general public's attitudes towards sport and exercise. This is the eleventh year of the research.
Sport, Exercise and Fitness Habits
Walking, along with other outdoor sports experienced a boom in 2020, with 62% of Irish adults saying they walked for fitness compared to 44% of adults in 2019. Walking is most popular among women, with people from disadvantaged backgrounds and those aged over 45. In these demographics over 70% of people engaged in walking as a form of exercise.

Cycling has nearly doubled in popularity. Over one-fifth of adults cycled in 2020 but it is a male-dominated activity with over twice as many men cycling as women.

Despite swimming pools being closed for large parts of the year, participation in swimming held steady at 19% and is now as popular as gym and personal fitness activities where participation rates dropped from 29% to 19% as the sector grappled with closures and rolling lockdowns.

Running's popularity surged with twice as many people running in 2020 compared with 2019. 16% of the adult population run with rates the highest amongst 25 to 34 (29%) and35 to 44-year-olds (21%).

The reasons people exercise remained the same in 2020, with the desire to stay healthy the most popular at 82%. However, 64% of people now say that they exercise because it is good for their mental health, up from 57% in 2019. Just under a third of adults are using sport and exercise as a social outlet and way of them connecting with friends and family.

A total of 70% of Irish adults said that their fitness remained the same or improved during 2020. 40% claimed that their fitness actually improved in the last 12 months.

Of the reasons people gave for improved fitness during Covid restrictions, 58% said they had more time to exercise while 54% said that lockdown made them realise the value of exercise.

Just over a quarter of adults say they don't exercise at all. Those from disadvantaged communities are least likely to exercise - 31% from lower socioeconomic backgrounds say they don't exercise as against 22% of skilled professionals classified as ABC1.

Teneo will present additional insight from this report as part of our first major event of 2021, The Sporting Year Ahead, on Thursday morning, January 21st. Sport for Business members can reserve their place here.

Technology and Wearable fitness
Wearable fitness trackers continue to soar in popularity with 37% of people now using a fitness wearable or app to track their fitness, a jump of nearly one third from 27% last year.

Overall, fitness trackers are more popular amongst women - 43% of females use them as opposed to 32% of males. While they are most popular among younger groups (58% usage among 18-24-year-olds), technology has been adopted by all age groups in Ireland with 32% of people aged over 55 wearing a fitness tracker.

Of people who use them, 76% say that fitness tracker technology motivates them to exercise more/be more healthy. Adoption rates amongst the younger groups is highest with 18- 24-year-olds and 41% of 25 - 34-year-olds wearing a fitness tracker.

29% of gym members, unable to attend their gyms, turned to virtual fitness classes during the pandemic.
Membership
Despite gyms being closed for long stretches of 2020, membership held firm, with 25% of Irish adults a member of a gym or fitness club.

More men, 29%, are members of gyms than women, at 21%, and gyms are most popular with young people - more than a third of 18-34-year-olds are members with 20% or less in groups older than 45.

Nearly one fifth, 17%, of people are members of sports clubs , which is only slightly down on 2019 figures, while 32% of existing sports club members took out membership of a new sports club in the past 12 months.
Government Support for Sport
The majority of Irish adults, 56%, feel that the Government was right to increase their investment in sport during the Covid-19 pandemic. In fact, just 8% felt the Government were wrong to up funding, with 36% neither agreeing nor disagreeing. 57% feel that sport and activity play an important role in Irish society and a return to sport should be a focus of the Government.

" The nation's relationship with sport, exercise and fitness changed dramatically in 2020," said Kelli O'Keeffe, Managing Director, Teneo Ireland.

"This was primarily due to Covid-19 and how people's behaviour and attitudes to physical activity changed during what was a uniquely challenging year with many working from home or in some cases not at all.

"Unsurprisingly, the number of people engaging in structured sport fell as people looked to stay local and exercise alone or in small groups and physical activities such as running, cycling and walking witnessed a massive upsurge. Whether 2020 has changed exercise trends and behaviour forever or is merely attributable to a unique set of circumstances will be interesting to monitor.

"This research also illustrates that the engaging in activity and exercise goes far beyond the physical health of the nation and exercise is used as for as a tool for managing mental health, for maintaining social connections and as a way of reinventing family time.

"The continued rise of fitness technology and the positive impact it has on adopters is another key trend of this annual research."

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Season 1

Liam Moggan, 'The Coaches Coach', talks about his own coaching journey, the importance of planning and reflection and coaching the person and not the sport.

David Herity, five time All-Ireland winner with Kilkenny, chats about life under Brian Cody, his transition from player to coach while working with Dublin Camogie and the importance of empowering players.

Niamh Buffini, Performance Operations Manager with Paralympics Ireland and Ireland's highest ranking female Taekwondo athlete, gives insights to the key components for delivery in High Performance Sport and outlines the importance of developing a culture within clubs.

Shane Keegan, former League of Ireland Manager with Galway United and Wexford Youths, talks about Player Development on and off the field and shares insightful thoughts on overcoming set backs as a professional football manager.

Ger O'Connor, Dublin GAA Coaching & Games Manager, chats about the importance of Coach Development within clubs and coaches being open to learning.

Ciarán Deely, current London Senior Football manager and Sports Scientist with QPR FC Academy, discusses coaching in both amateur and professional sports and gives some excellent practical tips for your coaching practice.

Nora Stapleton, Women in Sport Lead with Sport Ireland and former member of Ireland XVs squad and Donegal Ladies Football star, talks about mastering the fundamental skills and the importance of developing your club.

Dr. Dave Passmore, Coach Educator and Lecturer in Coaching Science & Education in Dublin City University, chats about his own Coaching Philosophy and the Story of Irish Hockey before World Cup Finals.

Mary O'Connor, CEO of the Federation of Irish Sport, and former Cork ladies dual star and holder of 12 All-Ireland Medals. Mary chats about her experiences of been part of one of the most successful sports teams of all time and the influence her coaches have had on her life.

Paudie Butler, Coach Educator and former National GAA Hurling Director, chats about the steps of development for the person and their skills, and talks passionately about releasing the potential in every person.

Season 2

Matthew Wilkie, Head of Coach Development with the IRFU, chats about the process for developing coaches and the importance of the Coach/Athlete relationship.

Seán Boylan, Meath GAA legend and a four time All-Ireland winning manager, gives some wonderful insights and stories from throughout his journey during his 23 years at the helm of Meath Football. A must-listen for all coaches of all sports.

Denise Martin, Lecturer in Sports Performance Analysis in Technological University Dublin, outlines how all coaches can bring the elements of performance analysis to their coaching process and the importance of feedback and how it is delivered.

Colin Griffin, two-time Irish Olympian and strength and conditioning coach, chats about how he is using his own experience as an athlete into his coaching style and on bridging the gap from academic research to practical application in a real-world setting.

Owen Mooney, National Coach & Sport Development Co-ordinator with Special Olympics, chats about building relationships, developing coaches and the importance of learning from others.

Dr. Séamus Kelly, is a Lecturer in the UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science. Séamus talks about the importance of organisational structure, reflective practice, and how the power of a coach's core beliefs can impact on a team.

Paul Kilgannon is a teacher, coach, Sports Coach Educator and author of 'Coaching Children in Sport - The Carver Framework'. Paul gives insights to the Carver Framework, outlines the importance of working together as a coaching team, and how he believes coaching is all about relationships

The 2020 DCU Coaching Masterclass is reviewed by Dr. Dave Passmore & Dr. Áine McNamara. They outline the key learnings from all of the speakers across the weekend and outline plans for future events.

Season 3

Wayne Goldsmith is an international sports coaching expert who has influenced the coaching, thinking and teaching of some of the world's leading athletes, coaches and teams including the United States Olympic Committee, Sydney Roosters NRL, Tennis Australia, Australian Rugby Union/Wallabies, Singapore Sports Council, Swimming South Africa, United Kingdom Sports Institute, Sport New Zealand and more. On the show Wayne talks about giving the athlete the power of choice and knowing your 'Why' in coaching.

Tommy Dunne is a coach with the Tipperary Senior Hurling team. The 2001 Tipperary All-Ireland winning captain has also coached the county's minors and the Under 21s. Has strength and conditioning qualifications from his study and work with Setanta College in Thurles and has completed a master's degree in sports performance in UL. On the show Tommy talks about his own coaching journey and how coaches can take confidence through education.

Dr. Phil Kearney is a lecturer & lead with the University of Limerick's MSc in Applied Sports Coaching course, and co-founder of Movement & Skill Acquisition Ireland. Phil is passionate about skill acquisition and inspiring the next generation of sport scientists and coaches to apply the core principles of skill acquisition in the development of athletes. On the show Dr. Kearney talks about the power of questioning in your coaching and gives some tips on how to build your coaches toolbox.

Nick Winkelman is the Head of Athletic Performance & Science with the IRFU. On the show Nick highlights the importance of the language we use as coaches and speaks about silence being a coach's best friend.

Dr. Orlagh Farmer is a lecturer in Sport Education and Cork Ladies football star. On the show Orlagh chats about how to create an open coach learning environment and the importance of knowing your players as people, as well as athletes.

Wade Gilbert is an international Premier Coach Educator and Coach Scientist. On the show Wade outlines the importance of coaches embracing learning and advises coaches not to limit themselves and to connect with other sports and other coaches.

Niall Corcoran is the current Laois Senior Hurling Coach and a former Dublin Senior Hurler. On the show Niall talks about his transition from player to coach and the importance of all sessions having a purpose.

Steven Poacher is one of Ireland's most innovative Gaelic Football Coaches. On the show Steven shares his coaching philosophy and outlines the importance of each member of the team reaching their full potential.

Jon Mackey is the Canoeing Ireland Performance Director and a WAKO Kickboxing Coach. On the show Jon outlines how we as coaches have the responsibility to help athletes be the best that they can be, and the importance of not seeking recognition as a coach.

Alan Keane is the Head Coach with the Great Britain Under 20 National Basketball Team. Alan outlines the importance of facilitating players, making sure that they are at the centre of what you do and how to narrow the focus of your session plans to get best from your session.

Colm Crowley is the founder of Coaching the GAAme, a platform that shares ideas on coaching in Gaelic Games. On the show Colm talks about how every child deserves quality coaching and the importance of just letting the children play.

Graham Byrne is the Fitness Manager at the Sport Ireland Campus and Head of Fitness & Nutrition with Wexford GAA. On the show Graham highlights the importance of building on the fundamentals from an early age and how to adapt as a coach to the needs of the team, while also being able to help the players individually.

John O'Sullivan is an author, speaker and founder of 'Changing The Game'. On the show John outlines how coaches, athletes and parents can become better leaders & build values based youth sports teams.

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ACADEMIC GOAL SETTING

One of the most important skills that we can give to our students is the ability to create and work towards SMART goals. It is very useful for all students and teachers alike but is particularly useful for those with anxiety disorders.

For those suffering from an anxiety disorder feelings of being overwhelmed, acute worrying and fear linked to anticipating upcoming tasks and events can become debilitating. For those students who suffer from panic attacks or the physical symptoms of anxiety, activities which can refocus cognitive behavior can be very positive.

Students who are living with anxiety often feel like they have no control over their thoughts, their feelings, or their behaviors in seemingly stressful situations, such as completing homework, studying for exams, or presenting to their classmates. For some, this same sense of anxiety can be felt on any given day while participating in activities they perceive as stressful such as giving an answer in class or choosing where to sit on the bus. For these students even the smallest task can become insurmountable.

Engaging in goal setting is practical positive step that any teacher can use in a classroom setting to combat feelings of fear and anxiety.

The resources included on this page outline a number of different ways to incorporate goal setting into your classroom.

What are SMART Goals and h ow do you create them?

Start by identifying the goal

Class brainstorming and teacher modelling work well to help students to identify their goals. Once this has been repeated two or three times students should be able to complete this weekly, monthly or yearly activity unaided. You can choose for this to be an academic goal specific to your class or a more holistic goal

Help your students to specify what they want to achieve. e.g. 'Get good marks' is NOT a SMART goal.

Whereas

'Improve my Maths result by 5% by spending more time on homework and studying every Monday and Wednesday night' is

2. Make it MEASURABLE

Setting dates, amounts or any measurable parameter ensures that a point to achievement is recognizable. If a student tells me they will 'study more' or 'work harder' I ask for details. How many minutes/ hours will you spend on homework? or how many questions will you ask the teacher? Etc

3. Make it ATTAINABLE

If our goal is to ease worry and tension then this is a key part of a SMART goal. While all of us need to challenge ourselves it is important that we choose a challenge we can meet. Anxious people tend to fear mistakes and failing so make sure that you discuss this as part of the goal process, however also check the goals that are set to make sure no one is aiming at a perfection they are unlikely to reach.

4. Is it REALISTIC?

Maybe the goal is learning to drive but your student is a 2nd year, perhaps they insist they will never get in trouble for anything in any class ever again (which seems unlikely for anyone!). Try to guide students toward relevant goals which will aid their wellbeing.

5. Make it TIMELY

A weekly goal and a goal for an entire unit of study are two very different things. Explain clearly which type of goals you are setting and model an appropriate answer

As with the Risk Assessment lesson plan, giving students a security net to fall back on is key here. Explain to your class that failure IS an option, sometimes life gets in the way or things completely out of control will change the circumstances we're dealing with and so you can prepare to change or adapt your goals.

This is an excellent brainstorming or think/pair/ share activity to do with the class. Pose some possible problems and ask for suggested solutions.
e.g. I couldn't study on Tuesday because my auntie called in unexpectedly Make up for it the next day by adding that to my homework Explain to Ms Fahy and ask to give me an extra activity in class
Take the time to ensure that every student leaves space on their goal setting sheet/notebook for changes.

ACADEMIC REFLECTION
'Learning without reflection is a waste. Reflection without learning is dangerous.' -Confucius
Reflection helps learners to:

understand what they already know (individual)

identify what they need to know in order to advance understanding of the subject (contextual)

make sense of new information and feedback in the context of their own experience (relational)

guide choices for further learning (developmental)

PERSONAL GOAL SETTING AND REFLECTION

'Time and reflection change the sight little by little 'till we come to understand.' - Paul Cezanne

Personal reflection and goal setting is something we never feel we have time for an yet it's so good at clearing more space for the things you actually care about in your life. There are a plethora of planners that you can buy now that will very easily allow space and time to write your daily wins, gratitude, affirmations. priorities etc. Have a look online, see if there's one you want to try and do your best to incorporate it into your daily routine.

If however that doesn't appeal to you, the beginning of an academic year or an annual one is a brilliant time to do a yearly review and a goal setting plan for the year ahead. NOTHING will ever make you feel as supported, surprised, proud, happy, and satisfied and realising everything you have achieved in the past 12 months. Take some time, run through the different categories: friendship, challenges, work, finances, relationships, home, family, personal achievements, etc and note them all. Use the photos in your phone or on social media to remind you of all the things you've done. Read them back to yourself and smile :)

Then decide how you want the next 12 months to look. What do you WANT to achieve? Where so you want to be? How do you want your life to look? Write them down and smile again. Imagine if you achieved everything on that page?

You can get your students to do it with you in September, set the challenge and see if you can achieve some goals.

Take a look at some of my other resources:

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by Emily Dickinson

"Hope" is the thing with feathers -
That perches in the soul -
And sings the tune without the words -
And never stops - at all -

And sweetest - in the Gale - is heard -
And sore must be the storm -
That could abash the little Bird
That kept so many warm -

I've heard it in the chillest land -
And on the strangest Sea -
Yet - never - in Extremity,
It asked a crumb - of me.

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"Hope" is the thing with feathers -That perches in the soul -And sings the tune without the words -And never stops - at all - And sweetest - in the Gale - is heard -And sore must be the storm -That could abash the little BirdThat kept so many warm - I've heard it in the chillest land -And on the strangest Sea -Yet - never - in Extremity,It asked a crumb - of me.

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Borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks free from your library using the BorrowBox app. Say hello to your future library, wherever you are, whenever you are free.

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Soul Space resources videos, podcasts with Miriam Kerins Hussey & Gerry Hussey 

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Soul Space resources videos, podcasts with Miriam Kerins Hussey & Gerry Hussey 

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Classroom Meditation - Grounding into Presence, Relaxation, Stress Relief, Focus, Mindfulness

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Self Care Resources to Help Guide You Through The Pandemic - THE SANCTUARY

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Free Self Care Resources to help Guide you through the Pandemic

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Calming Classroom. Meditations, mindfulness exercises,music ,games & puzzles.

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Calming Classroom. Meditations, mindfulness exercises,music ,games & puzzles.

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We know.

And take one moment at a time.

Disclaimer: The following links are purely for educational purposes and are not intended as psychological interventions or as a substitute for psychological treatment. If you are in need of psychological help you should seek the consultation of a licensed mental health professional.

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Times are challenging! We know. Don't forget to breathe. And take one moment at a time. This Virtual Calming Room offers tools to students, staff, and families for managing emotions and finding calm. We are here to support you! Disclaimer: The following links are purely for educational purposes

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News, articles and reports from the world of sport and exercise. Something for everyone. 

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News, articles and reports from the world of sport and exercise. Something for everyone. 

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Its very important that you carry out a warm up before activtiy and exercise.

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Its very important that you carry out a warm up before activtiy and exercise.

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Carrying out a warm up:

Increases Blood Flow & Body Temp.

Increases Heart Rate & Oxygen Intake.

Increases Muscle Elasticity.

Reduces the Risk of Injury.

Gets the Mind ready for whats coming.

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Easy on the hips and knees - This workout is no jumping, perfect for a low impact alternative. It’s only 8 minutes and full body, so super intense in a short period of time!

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8 MINUTE LOW IMPACT HIIT WORKOUT (✅  apartment friendly fat burn - SWEAT AT HOME CHALLENGE DAY 1)

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SIX LOCKDOWN TENNIS CHALLENGES YOU CAN DO AT HOME #1

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Off The Couch | Ball skill challenge to try at home | Mickey Quinn

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Have a go at this simple 9 min workout.

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The Kids Coach Teens Fitness Workout- Cardio

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Yoga for Beginners | Teens Yoga Class with Yoga Ed.

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Autism and Physical Activity: what every parent needs to know

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Autism and Physical Activity: what every parent needs to know

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2023 will no doubt provide us with a variety of challenges on all different levels. Irrespective of the year challenges remain for all members of the Autism Community our advocates and supporters as we strive to ensure that all autistic people get the SAME CHANCE in life!

So, for 2023 Take on the 20 for 23 Challenge this year for AsIAm.

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Welcome to AsIAm. We are Ireland's National Autism Charity. How can we help you? Lets get you to the right place

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Home & Classroom-based physical activities

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Useful Websites to Support Physical Education at Home for
students with Special Educational Needs

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All you need is a set of dice.

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Try to get as a high a step count as possible every day. They say 10,000 but there is no magical number. It is a good aim though. Challenge your friends or family and see who can get the most. Or try the run/walk around Ireland Challenge below.

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Yoga For Complete Beginners - 20 Minute Home Yoga Workout!

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Soccer tutorials and challenges available on the Football Association of Ireland's Grassroots YouTube Page.

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fai football "fai homeskills" soccer ireland

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The Grassroots YouTube channel of the Football Association of Ireland

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Have a go off the Basketball Challenges from Basketball Ireland. They are all on their YouTube Channel.

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basketball ireland videos bbi "basketball ireland"

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Basketball Ireland (B.I.) is the national governing body for the sport on the island of Ireland. Part of FIBA Europe, the European Governing body, and of FIBA, the World Governing body, B.I. is responsible for the promotion and administration of basketball throughout Ireland and for Irish international participation.

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Having a more efficient running technique will lead to improved times and less chance of injury.

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Skills at Home Week 5: Advanced Dribbling with Ambassador UCC Glanmire’s Annaleise Murphy.

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Skills at Home Week 6: Skills with a partner with the Maguire sisters.

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Excellent Healthy Eating Resource Pack from the Physical Education Association of Ireland

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Healthy Eating Resource Pack - Note for Teachers

Finally, this much-awaited project has reached fruition and is now available as a valuable resource for use in schools.

This resource on healthy eating consists of nine lesson plans accompanied PDFs and supporting material for each lesson including background information and task cards.

The lessons are sequenced in an appropriate manner, where students are provided with basic information in the earlier lessons and this is developed on as the lessons progress.

Healthy Eating Resource Pack - 9 Lessons for Students

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Finally, this much-awaited project has reached fruition and is now available as a valuable resource for use in schools. This resource on healthy eating consists of nine lesson plans accompanied PDFs and supporting material for each lesson including background information and task cards.

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We are challenging ourselves to eat more produce this month, even if we can't get to the store for fresh. Join us for healthy recipes with long-lasting fresh produce, frozen vegetables and more, plus tips on how to get more vegetables into your diet.

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Simple Smoothie Recipes

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For a natural energy drink or a filling breakfast, try whizzing up one of our nutritious smoothies using seasonal fruit and veg.

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Simple meal ideas for all.

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Some simple exercises to improve your mobility and help with injury prevention.

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Pilates Pre-Phase will teach you how to develop the mat pilates technique

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Pilates Pre-Phase will teach you how to develop the mat pilates technique.

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A mixture of beginner, intermediate and advanced workouts.

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Athletics Ireland is the National Governing Body for Athletics in Ireland. Our primary objective is to promote and develop the sport at every level from recreational running and schools competitions through to supporting Ireland's elite athletes in international competition.

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How to Minimise the Risk of Injury When Running - Chartered Physiotherapists

As you increase your mileage, muscular aches and 'niggles' may occur, therefore build up gradually.

Never increase your mileage by more than 10% in a week; and never increase both speed and distance in the same week.

If the increasing mileage proves too tough, take an easy day or rest, this will allow your body to refuel and recover.

Vary your running surface and direction of your runs

You don't have to run all the time; include cross-training into your programme with cycling, rowing and swimming.

Include resistance and core training into your programme, this will aid in preventing low-back, hip and leg/foot injuries.

As your fitness improves it will feel more natural to train more often, and enhance your chances of enjoying your running experience.

Replace running shoes regularly; look under the soles for wear and the mid-sole for over-compression.

It's better to vary between two pairs during your preparation. Go to a specialist sports shop for advice on the best running shoe for your foot type, it's an essential expense!

Increased back/leg aches and pains may be a sign that your running shoes need to be changed.

Orthotics (permanent insoles) are often used by runners to help prevent common running injuries. Check with your local Chartered Physiotherapist for a biomechanical assessment to ascertain if you require such insoles in your running shoes.

Warm up adequately with easy running to prepare your joints and muscles for your race pace, include stride outs, high knee lifts, heel kicks and trunk twisting.

Perform static sustained stretches after running to minimise muscle soreness and joint stiffness. This helps to prepare your body for your next running session

Never run if you feel unwell; do not attempt to catch-up on lost mileage after illness/injury. This can cause further damage and result in a longer period off running. Better 3 to 4 days of rest than 3 to 4 weeks of frustration!

Keep a training diary. This is a useful way of monitoring last years' form and your training prior to an injury. Use the information to prevent the same pitfalls and to plan your next running programme.

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How to Minimise the Risk of Injury When Running - Chartered Physiotherapists As you increase your mileage, muscular aches and 'niggles' may occur, therefore build up gradually. Never increase your mileage by more than 10% in a week; and never increase both speed and distance in the same week.

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1. H ave a goal! Whether it is to run 1 mile or 5, simply setting yourself a specific target will make things a lot easier for yourself if you have a finish line in sight!

2. Make sure you have the appropriate equipment/footwear. Nothing more likely to cause injury/discomfort than this. There are a number of running specialty shops around so any one of these will help you to find appropriate shoes and clothes for you.

3. Community support. Athletics Ireland has set up a number of online running community where you can gain and offer advice and tips. This can be a great way to improve your enjoyment of running, as well as acting as a way of trying to improve by testing yourself against other people. The Athletics Ireland Strava account can be found here, and it's a great place to keep log of all of your runs.

4. Mix your running surfaces. Too much running on one surface can lead to repetitive strain injuries so where possible vary between road/grass/trail/path/treadmill.

5. Stay well hydrated, and eat plenty of carbs around training time to allow best recovery. Other than this your diet should be sensible! It doesn't need to be very strict but obviously the poorer it is the worse you recover and perform!

6. Try some interval/fartlek/hill training. You'll see much better improvements in how fast you run if you mix up your paces. If you always run at the same speed you're just training yourself to run at that speed. You can try simple intervals like 1 minute hard/1 minute easy to start with and make them more difficult as you get the hang of them.

7. Supplementary training such as weights/circuits/pilates can be great for injury prevention and can help running itself. Try to incorporate such activities into your weekly schedule. It might be as simple as 15 minutes of Pilates/core type exercises straight after a run or a more structured program if you have the time.

8. If you have pain running and you're unsure about why, STOP! Go see your GP or Physiotherapist, find out why you have a problem and then deal with it. Many running related pains are easily dealt with, but some, if left untreated, can become chronic problems.

9. Try making running a part of your work day. Many people use lack of time as an excuse not to run, but it may be possible for you to run into or out of work, or to run at our lunchtime. This allows you most efficient use of your time.

10. Finally, enjoy your running! Every session you do doesn't have to be better than the last one. Schedule easy runs for yourself where you don't worry about pace and just enjoy a nice easy trot! And remember to #KeepYourDistance

More tips and advice available HERE

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Athletics Ireland is the National Governing Body for Athletics in Ireland. Our primary objective is to promote and develop the sport at every level from recreational running and schools competitions through to supporting Ireland's elite athletes in international competition.

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Link: https://www.corksports.ie/keep-active-with-csp/?utm_source=School+Initiatives&utm_campaign=ed2d4370f0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_4_21_2020_7_54&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_972ac68f0d-ed2d4370f0-167774565&goal=0_972ac68f0d-ed2d4370f0-167774565

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Welcome to the Body Coach TV where I post weekly home workouts to help you get, stronger, healthier and happier.

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NEW!!! FULL BODY WORKOUT | 20 Minutes | The Body Coach TV