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Training tip – time to relax

Training tip Don’t overdo it during final days Many of those participating will have been training for months and now will be hoping they have enough endurance work done to complete the 13 mile journey. However, make sure not to over do training ...

28 Jun 2011 at 07:46

Local News

HEALTH Gearing up for Westport Triathlon

Gearing up for Westport Triathlon Westport is now synonymous with adventure-sport events and for very good reason – hardly a month goes by without a major event that fitness enthusiasts can embrace. Next up is the Westport Triathlon, which ...

12 Jun 2012 at 12:09

Sport

Festivals for all the family

Festivals for all the family The Achill Half-Marathon is only one of many annual events which take place on Achill Island, including a number of family-friendly festivals. Three walking festivals were scheduled for 2011, two of which have ...

07 Jun 2011 at 10:51

Sport

Achill’s top attractions - The Great Western Greenway

The Great Western Greenway – Achill Sound to Mulranny Those visiting Achill for the marathon will be able to test their fitness and take in some breathtaking views by either cycling or walking along the newly-opened Great Western ...

31 May 2011 at 11:12

Sport

Calling all volunteers

Calling all volunteers The Achill Half-Marathon wouldn’t happen each year without the behind-the-scenes efforts of an army of local volunteers. Last year, more than 200 gave up the first Saturday in July to ensure the event met ...

22 Jun 2011 at 13:44

Sport

A soul-enhancing challenge for all

A soul-enhancing challenge for all Joan Geraghty ANYONE looking for a motivating health and fitness challenge right now need look no further than the Achill Half-Marathon taking place on the island in just two months’ time. ...

09 May 2011 at 20:18

Sport

Helping to get you over that finish line

Last year’s winner of the Achill Half Marathon Martin Lyons crosses the finish line. Organisers of the race will be doing everything in their power to ensure all participants get to finish the race. Pic: Brian Farrell ...

07 Jun 2011 at 10:53

Sport

Hamstring strain to test fitness for big race

Hamstring strain to test fitness for big race Anton McNulty The last time I wrote in this section, I was all set to get into the training routine and was determined to get into the best shape I could for the ...

07 Jun 2011 at 10:52

Sport

Achill’s Top Attractions

The Deserted Village The Deserted Village at Slievemore (which is found at approximately the 12k mark along the marathon route) is arguably Achill’s best-known man-made attraction. The village consists of ...

09 May 2011 at 20:16

Sport

Achill Half Marathon calling

Achill Half-Marathon calling THE countdown to this year’s Achill Half-Marathon is on – and it promises to be bigger and better than ever. Now in its sixth year, the 13-mile event takes place on the ...

28 Apr 2011 at 13:40

Sport

Training tip - Enjoy the journey

Enjoy the journey Proper training is all about the gradual. Start off at one level and build up on an incremental basis to a higher level. In running you should increase either your distance or ...

09 May 2011 at 20:15

Sport

Achill’s Top Attractions - Slievemore’s archeology

Digging up the past Achill offers a wealth of archaeological evidence and artefacts stretching back some 5,000 years. A number of megalithic remains, such as the cross at Slievemore, point to ...

22 Jun 2011 at 13:46

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