• Additional 500,000 regular walkers; 450,000 runners; 220,000 cyclists
• Percentage of inactive adults drops 8% from same period in 2019
• Active adults report significantly higher levels of self-rated physical health compared to inactive adults.

Irish people are partaking in more individual sport and recreational walking during the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions. That was the key finding of research published today by Sport Ireland, which shows a surge in numbers walking, cycling and running since the restrictions were put in place in March.

Due to huge demand we have decided to launch a second Couch To 2k Programme starting this Monday 4th May. Registration is open from 9am tomorrow, 28th April. Book early as we imagine this programme will get booked up quickly!

Taking up jogging can seem like a daunting prospect, especially if you feel out of shape or unfit. The Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Sports Partnership team will help you work towards moving from walking to jogging your 2 kilometers in just 4 weeks starting the 4th May.

What is a Couch to 2K?

Whether you've never jogged before or if you just want to get more active, Couch to 2K is a FREE and easy way of getting more energy and healthier in your local area.  Under the Restriction of Covid 19, 2 kilometer exercise limit, we don’t want you jogging in circles and decided that we would break it down to achievable targets. This is for everyone who would like to get from walking to jogging, but might be a little unsure on how to get started. Sometimes we are all very enthusiastic at the start and we can overdo it, feel defeated and give up when we are just getting going.  This programme works because it starts with a mix of walking and jogging to gradually build up your fitness & stamina.