As a busy teenager, you are likely juggling the demands of your family, teachers, perhaps some coaches, work and even friends. This can leave you with little time to focus
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Blackrock A.C. In Profile with Eoin Keith
In Profile is a new addition to Blackrock A.C. where we host interviews with leading local and not-so-local athletes in an attempt to have fun while gaining valuable insights that
Read more6 Lessons Learned From a 365-Day Run Streak
Do you find motivation in extending your run streak? We recently caught up with Rob Asher who did just that for a full year. On 27th August 2020, an otherwise
Read moreWhat is VO2 Max? This Article and Video from Health Matters Explains
Last night Gerry Flaherty organised an information session where we learned what is VO2 max. In it, Seán from Health Matters covered the importance of VO₂”, some misconceptions about pace,
Read moreIn for the Long Run? 10 Tips for Long Distance Running
Whether you’re just starting out, or looking to improve your long-distance running, here are some tips and guidelines that will help you to set and meet your goals. 1.
Read moreHow to Improve Your 5K Time: Tips Before, During and After to Smash Your PB
5km has become one of the most popular running distances. From the athletics track to your local Parkrun, the 5K is a distance suited for all abilities. It is a
Read more10 Tips to Run a Sub-3-Hour Marathon
Are you looking to run your first sub-3-hour marathon? Or perhaps you have done it before and are out of practice. Blackrock A.C. chairperson Barry Thornton started his running career
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