Due to huge demand we have decided to launch a third Couch To 2k Programme starting Monday, 8th June. Registration is now open. 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 8th June.
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, 5 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.
Agencies and organisations involved in the delivery and promotion of outdoor amenities have welcomed the recognition of the importance of the outdoor recreation in Phase 1 of the Government’s Roadmap for Reopening Society and Business.
Outdoor recreation plays an important role in supporting the physical and mental wellbeing of society and people are encouraged to enjoy the outdoors while adhering to Government protocols and public health guidelines.
Read more: Stay Local, Stay Apart and Stay Apart in the Outdoors
- 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.
Read more: Ireland Staying Active During COVID-19 Restrictions – Sport Ireland Research
The DLR Sports Partnership team realises that it is difficult to remain motivated and active at home during these unprecedented times but we're here to help!
We have updated new content each week to keep you challenged and motivated!
Enjoy and if you have any questions regarding activities to suit you please do drop us an email!
We all know that being active and having fun with your family is so important for our physical and mental health especially during these unprecedented times. To help you stay active at home and with your siblings we have created 4 fantastic new activity challanges, one to suit everyone of all ages and abilities!
Simply pick one of the challenges mentioned below that suits you and lets stay active together!!!
For all of our Challenges please keep to your local area and ensure that social distancing requirements are met at all times. Of course please make sure to follow all Department of Health guidelines with regards to Covid-19 https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/news/newsfeatures/covid19-updates/
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