We’re on our way! Alan Byrne will be training here in Lifegym over the next six weeks. His progress on his Health & Fitness Journey will be documented on local radio station, Dundalk FM and we will detail his progress here on a weekly basis Tune in next Thursday, September 18th, at 10am to hear […]
I’ve got some exciting news to share about a clients personal training journey — and you’re hearing it first! One of my new clients, Alan Byrne, is about to begin a personal training journey with me, and his progress will be featured on Dundalk FM as part of a special community spotlight. 🎙️📻 That means you’ll […]
Why exercise is so important for men over 50 years of age (5 minute read) The focus of this Blog is ‘why exercise is essential for men over 50’ We will emphasise strength training for men as we age and how to do it in your own home with very little or no equipment “We don’t stop exercising […]
The doctor who prescribes weights and protein (3 minute read) Dr Gabrielle Lyon has spent years researching longevity and the impact of lifestyle changes in the health of her own patients as they age. Now, in a new book, Forever Strong, she argues that what people should be focusing on for optimal health is […]
Fitness tips for the Menopause: Why fitness counts Menopause can be a challenging time for many. With symptoms ranging from hot flushes to anxiety – it can be hard to feel your best. But evidence shows that certain types of exercise can make a huge difference to your symptoms. And exercising can help to reduce […]
A cautionary note on calorie counting; Not all calories are created equal. Well, all calories are equal when they are in us, as little explosions of energy. However, remember that we eat food, not calories. And some food takes more energy to extract the calories from. This is why the source of the calories is […]
An Irish expert on obesity has said that by 2060 it is expected that over 88% of the Irish population will be overweight or obese. (Clinical lead in the child and adolescent obesity service at Children’s Health Ireland in Temple Street Hospital Dr Grace O’Malley). Tackling the Obesity Epidemic has got to be high priority […]
Boost your Aerobic Fitness using Weights! You don’t need to do traditional cardio training (run / cycle / swim) to boost your aerobic fitness. This can be achieved using weights in a HIIT (high-intensity interval training) formation using resistance equipment such as kettlebells, power bags, body weight, free weights, weights machines, suspension training etc. And […]
Create a New Healthier You in 2023 with the help of our extensive range of Natural Health Supplements. Available in Lifegym, Anne Street, Dundalk or in our online shop Even a good diet doesn’t contain all the vitamins and minerals we need for great health, partly because of intensive farming and longer storing times of fresh […]
Know you need to start looking after your Health & Fitness but don’t know where to begin? Start by contacting the experts. Here at Lifegym, we will guide you to a new, better you in 2023 We will identify and set your goals and work with you on exercises that are right for you and […]
First weekly update of Alans (age 57) Health & Fitness Journey (2 minute read) So, it’s been just over a week now and Alan is getting well into his training programme and Nutrition plan here at Lifegym This week Alan has lost 9.2 lbs and reduced his body fat by 3% His starting weight was […]