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A Chat with Dublin GAA football legend Philly McMahon

Dublin GAA star Philly McMahon, discusses the effects of Covid-19 on his mental health and training, what it’s like owning a business during this challenging time and how he can’t wait to get back on the pitch!

 

 

A Chat with World Champion Boxer Kellie Harrington

Ireland's Olympic and World Champion Boxer Kellie Harrington discusses how she is keeping positive and motivated during the Covid-19 pandemic, using this time to work on skills and improve technique and the importance of keeping a training diary.

The interview also covers her Olympic dream and the disciplined mindset demanded of an athlete preparing for Olympic qualifiers.

A great watch whether you're an athlete adapting your training routine or simply looking for some motivation to remain active during this challenging time.

 

An Interview with Irish Rugby and Lions Legend Sean O'Brien 

I don't think I've ever been as fit as I am now. This is an opportunity to get in the best shape of your life.

Sean discusses how he's used this down time to achieve optimum fitness, his Bronco test score, how to structure your day for success in lockdown and how he's keeping his nutrition on point.

This is the perfect watch to get you motivated and pumped to achieve your best during this time!

 

An Interview with Head Chef, Podcaster and Author Trisha Lewis @trishas.transformation

Trisha discusses her journey, provides some great tips for those who may be beginning their weight loss journey, making peace with falling off the wagon, her new found love of exercise and the launch of her new book.

Trish also discusses how we all have the ability to change our mindset, the pressure of having a large following online and the importance of time management and prioritisation skills!

This chat is full of laughs and some brilliant advice.

 

A Chat with Irish Rugby 7’s star and Love Island Winner Greg O’Shea

My family don’t let me get too big for my boots. Even though I’ve a large following, I’m still just normal Greg

Greg on having 1.2 million Instagram followers.

Greg discusses taking a social media detox to focus on himself, how he left the limelight behind to give his all to being an international rugby 7’s athlete, using this time to rehab an injury and provides some great advice on dealing with a motivation slump and his tips for productivity.

A Chat with former Ireland Head Coach Joe Schmidt

Joe Schmidt discusses life in lockdown, the future of rugby and the consequences of Covid-19 on the sport. Joe talks how he’s kept himself entertained through lockdown, from Netflix to keeping active, what player he’d like to see a documentary made about, the future of rugby and what sporting event he’s most looking forward when matches resume!

 

A Chat with Munster & Ireland Rugby star Conor Murray

The Munster, Ireland and Lions Rugby Star discusses how he has used this time to reboot, re-energise and refocus, writing a new list of goals which he aims to achieve in the remainder of his professional rugby career. Conor takes us through how his training has adapted during lockdown, his nutrition and fills us in on his new puppy Kevin!

Conor also talks of his excitement around Munster’s signing of World Cup champions Damian de Allende and RG Snyman, and his dreams of winning with his club.

Winning something with Munster is something that’s burning inside me. It’s something I really want to do

 

A Chat with Baz Ashmawy

 

An honest and uplifting conversation with TV and Radio Presenter/Producer, Baz Ashmawy.

Baz discusses what he's learned from lockdown, adapting his career, the challenges of home schooling, online fitness training and using this time for self-reflection.

 

A Chat with Cora Staunton

The AFL and GAA legend talks playing in Australia and her abrupt journey home, how she feels about being a trail blazer in women's sport, the longevity of her outstanding sporting career and how she's stayed on top of her game for so long.

 

A Chat with Ruby Walsh

The Irish Horse Racing Champion fills us in on what life is like one year on from retiring as a professional jockey, focusing on pilates and posture to combat injury, his incredible self-motivation and how he overcame the mental challenges of injury and criticism.

Thank you so much to Ruby for a letting us in and giving some insight into the trials and tribulations of a jockey's career. A very enjoyable 20-minute watch!

 

A Chat with Dean Rock

The Six time All Ireland Champion and free taking pro discusses his return to training, the GAA’s roadmap to fixtures and the potential effect of winter conditions on the 2020 All Ireland.

Dean also lets us in on how he keeps sharp on free taking, coping with the pressure of a crucial kick, the strength exercises he relies on to keep on top of his game and how he focuses on recovery as a competitive advantage.

 

A Chat with TJ Reid

The Hurling Star and Seven time All Ireland Champion discusses the mental benefits of his time off and how he's stayed at the top of the game all these years.

TJ also delves into the impact of Covid-19 on his business TJ Reid Health & Fitness, how they adapted to offer outdoor fitness classes early on, his opinion on virtual training as a trend and whether or not it's here to stay.