Ariticle in The Guardian - Is Sunshine a Miracle Cure?

by admin on November 23rd, 2009

“Our bodies make vitamin D when the sun shines, and new research suggests the positive effects on health are greater than we ever guessed. But too much sun causes skin cancer. It’s a dilemma provoking fierce discussion among scientists.”

Read the rest of this article from the Guardian.co.uk here.

Walking to Work

by admin on July 30th, 2009

Billy Connolly once said: “There’s no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong clothing.” With this in mind, consider walking to work or part of the way to work as a fantastic way of getting more exercise into your everyday routine. Arrive at work feeling awake, refreshed and with a sense of achievement. You could also opt to take public transport in the morning to avoid being late and then take your time strolling home in the evening. In many cases, it can take the same amount of time to get home in the evenings if you throw on your trainers and take a hike. You’ll soon notice your energy levels starting to pick up and before long you will look forward to the daily exercise. So what are you waiting for?

 

10 Things To Do Before You’re 10

by admin on July 30th, 2009

The National Trust in Britain has said that 87% of parents wish their children spent more time outdoors. 8 out of 10 youngsters themselves feel that they spend too much time watching TV, playing computer games etc. The poll also found that 38% of children now spend less than an hour outdoors every day. With so many children admitting that they’d love to be outdoors in the fresh air, playing sports and adventuring, it’s time that families set time aside for recreation time outside. Many parents involved in the study also said that their favourite childhood memories were of playtime in the streets and parks but were concerned about their child’s safety outdoors. The trust has found that British wildlife has become alien to many children who confused bees with wasps and could not identify a magpie. The results of the poll have spurred a campaign called “10 Things to Do Before You’re 10” to promote outdoor activities. The suggestions are as varied as going on a bug hunt, hosting a teddy bears picnic or flying a kite.

Park Life

by admin on July 30th, 2009

Irish parks are a wonderful facility for anyone lucky enough to have one in their local area. As annual gym memberships are proving exorbitant for many, people are taking up good old fashioned walking and jogging to boost their fitness. Most Irish parks are now teeming with activity as people of all ages engage in fitness training, jogging, tennis, strutting their stuff down at the skate park or just lolling about in the grass with a good book. Getting back to basics is what it’s all about – no fancy cross-trainers or treadmills here, just straight up fresh air, crunchy leaves and mud encrusted runners. Check out fitsquad.ie or bootcamp.ie for details on fitness classes you can take part in at your local park.

 

Walk on the Wild Side

by admin on July 30th, 2009

little rain never hurt anyone! Walking and cycling holidays are growing in popularity this year as holidaying in Ireland is the only option for many cash strapped, office-phobic Irish people. Ireland is a beautiful destination which enthralls thousands of foreign tourists each year. How many of us can say that we have experienced all that Ireland has to offer? How many of us have seen the lush wilds of our own country, walked the Ring of Kerry, strolled the gorgeous Deerpark Forest Walk or discovered the Gleninchaquin Park? The ideal way to unwind, get back to nature and spend some all important time in the fresh air is by taking a walking or cycling trip via the highways and byways of Eire. 

 

Family walking trips are a leisurely way to bond with each other, relax and discover nature. So many children are driven to school, incessantly playing computer games and watching TV in their spare time. Adults too have opted for lounging around after a hectic day, leaving them even more prone to fatigue and poor fitness levels. Our advice? Leave the car in the driveway, put on your walking shoes and walk your way to health, fun and a slimmer figure!

 

For more information on walking and cycling holidays in Ireland, see www.tourismireland.ie

 

Avonmore Super Milk launch Whole Super Milk

by admin on June 15th, 2009

Avonmore Super Milk are delighted to announce the launch of Whole Super Milk which you can expect to see in all good supermarkets nationwide from Monday 15th June.