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Extra.ie
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Extra.ie
GAA fans pick their greatest ever championship moments
As championship season sweeps the nation, GAA fans are looking back and sharing the greatest moments that have defined their love of the game. Iconic wins, emotional breakthroughs and unforgettable days live long in the memory of supporters around the country. A new Golden Moments campaign from Solgar has revealed that Offaly's 1994 All-Ireland hurling triumph over Limerick, Clare's 1995 All-Ireland breakthrough after an 81-year drought and Dublin's historic six-in-a-row in 2020 were among the top memories. Johnny Pilkington and John Troy celebrate after Offaly's victory over Limerick in the 1994 All-Ireland Hurling Final. Pic: Sportsfile The Laois Ladies' All-Ireland victory in 2001, Cork Ladies' remarkable dominance with 11 titles between 2005 and 2016 and Galway Camogie's 2013 All-Ireland win also featured prominently. The research from Solgar also showed the lengths that GAA fans will go to in support of their county. Over one in every ten (13%) decorate or paint their home in county colours. Cork celebrate after winning the All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship Final in 2014. Pic: Sportsfile Supporters have also cancelled their holiday plans (12%) to see their county in action. Former Galway footballer Michael Meehan, former Cork ladies footballer Valerie Mulcahy, Solgar ambassador and Cork ladies footballer Katie Quirke and Solgar ambassador and Galway footballer Paul Conroy during Solgar's Golden Moments announcement at Croke Park. Pic: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile Remarkably, more than one in every ten (11%) respondents between the ages of 18 and 24 have a tattoo celebrating their team's performance in the championship. When it came to inter-county players, Kilkenny hurler Henry Shefflin, Galway hurler Joe Canning and Dublin footballer Stephen Cluxton were ranked among the most iconic with Mayo Ladies footballer Cora Staunton and Kilkenny Camogie player Katie Power also featuring.
Daily Record
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
ITV Loose Women star opens up on health woes in candid confession
Dame Kelly Holmes, who is a double Olympic gold medalist, has opened up about her busy year and how she was forced to take things easy after feeling extreme burnout A Loose Women star has opened up about the need to slow down this year after experiencing severe burnout due to her hectic lifestyle. Olympian Dame Kelly Holmes, 55, candidly opened up on her health woes. The 55-year-old, celebrated for her achievements in middle distance running, confessed that an action-packed previous year had left her too exhausted to continue. The familiar face on Loose Women still powers on to maintain a fit lifestyle. "I was travelling all over the world, often doing five or six speaking engagements a week, I had my big 20-year medal celebrations and visiting Machu Picchu for charity. But burnout is a big issue for me, by January I could feel something wasn't right health wise," she disclosed to the Mirror. Often seen on the Loose Women panel as part of the ITV lunchtime chat show, Kelly remarked: "I took it as a sign that, while last year was amazing, I overdid it, and I couldn't do the same this year." She admitted: "I can't jump out of bed every day full of energy, and not every day is motivating. If I'm not feeling up to it, I don't need to run the half-marathon, for example, I'd rather be there in full spirit and energising everybody else." Kelly shared how embracing a more leisurely lifestyle has been beneficial, saying: "I've been able to look at every part of how I deal with things now, and that's a real strength. Over the last four or five months, I think I've spent more time at home than I have in years. I love being out in the garden – and with my alpacas!" Yet, with Kelly still striving for 12,500 steps daily, participating in parkruns, and maintaining a healthy diet, it's evident that she remains significantly active. She explained: "I try to move every day, and that might be walking to a job rather than getting an Uber, because I'll get my steps in and I can people watch! I use it as a wellbeing tool to make me feel good about myself. On a weekend, we might go paddleboarding or on a dog walk or meet up with friends." Kelly has also become the official ambassador for vitamin brand Solgar's wellness partnership with The AJ Bell Great Run series this summer. She shared her enthusiasm for promoting health and fitness, saying: "I'm a huge fan of inspiring and motivating people to keep fit and moving in their lives – especially as we get older. Fitness has always been part of my life, but I'm at a point where I really understand the need for us to look at our overall wellbeing. "So I've been going to the runs and it's just been the best. I've seen people of all ages getting their moment when they cross the finish line." She also reflected on her involvement with the running events. Kelly observed a positive trend among young participants, adding: "Also, I've seen a huge amount of young women, in their mid-to-late twenties, taking part – more than I'd normally see. It was so positive to see that generation into their fitness and not being embarrassed or worried about the old vision of what women "should" look like. It's changed, athletic, strong bodies are seen as beautiful now."
Daily Mirror
02-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Loose Women star hit by health issue as she says 'I can't do it'
Athlete and Loose Women star Dame Kelly Holmes has revealed how she was forced to slow down after running into a health issue, admitting she 'overdid it'. Dame Kelly Holmes has revealed how she was forced to slow down this year after feeling extreme burnout amid her busy schedule. The Olympian, 55, who is known for her impressive career as a middle distance runner, admitted to Mirror that a busy year last year left her unable to carry on. "I was travelling all over the world, often doing five or six speaking engagements a week, I had my big 20-year medal celebrations and visiting Machu Picchu for charity. But burnout is a big issue for me, by January I could feel something wasn't right health wise," she explained. Kelly, who is now a regular on the Loose Women panel, continued, "I took it as a sign that, while last year was amazing, I overdid it, and I couldn't do the same this year. "I can't jump out of bed every day full of energy, and not every day is motivating. If I'm not feeling up to it, I don't need to run the half-marathon, for example, I'd rather be there in full spirit and energising everybody else." Explaining that the time enjoying a slower pace of life has been one she's enjoyed, Kelly said: "I've been able to look at every part of how I deal with things now, and that's a real strength. Over the last four or five months, I think I've spent more timeat home than I have in years. I love being out in the garden – and with my alpacas!" However, as Kelly says she still aims for 12,500 steps a day, often takes part in parkruns and keeps her nutrition in check, it's clear she's still more active than many. She said: "I try to move every day, and that might be walking to a job rather than getting an Uber, because I'll get my steps in and I can people watch! I use it as a wellbeing tool to make me feel good about myself. On a weekend, we might go paddleboarding or on a dog walk or meet up with friends." And adding another thing to her busy roster, Kelly is the official ambassador for vitamin brand Solgar's wellness partnership with The AJ Bell Great Run series this summer. "I'm a huge fan of inspiring and motivating people to keep fit and moving in their lives – especially as we get older. Fitness has always been part of my life, but I'm at a point where I really understand the need for us to look at our overall wellbeing. "So I've been going to the runs and it's just been the best. I've seen people of all ages getting their moment when they cross the finish line," she said of the partnership. Kelly added: "Also, I've seen a huge amount of young women, in their mid-to-late twenties, taking part – more than I'd normally see. It was so positive to see that generation into their fitness and not being embarrassed or worried about the old vision of what women 'should' look like. It's changed, athletic, strong bodies are seen as beautiful now.
Extra.ie
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
GAA stars to swap pitch for festival stage this weekend
Limerick hurler Tom Morrissey and Galway camogie player Niamh Mallon will swap the pitch for a festival stage this weekend. They will be teaming up with Solgar to put attendees through their paces at WellFest. The two-day festival is taking place at the IMMA at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Dublin, on May 10 and 11. Galway camogie player and Solgar brand ambassador Niamh Mallon. Pic: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile Festival-goers will have the chance to meet the stars, explore the secrets behind their training regimes and take part in interactive GAA skill challenges. The coveted Liam MacCarthy and Sam Maguire cups will also feature at a specially designed 360-degree Croke Park-themed photo booth. Limerick hurler Tom Morrissey and Solgar brand ambassador. Pic: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile Earlier this year, Solgar announced a three-year partnership with the GAA and GPA. It is now the official vitamin partner for both associations. Team Solgar will be completed by performance nutritionist and gymnastics coach Nicole Shaw who will be on-site throughout the festival offering expert advice on nutrition, performance and wellness.
