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Fuming Kevin McStay reveals Mayo GAA star taken to hospital after suffering injury in defeat to Galway in Division 1
KEVIN McSTAY revealed Diarmuid O’Connor after suffering an injury in Mayo’s defeat to Galway.
The Ballintubber man was introduced on 47 minutes in Castlebar, only to be forced off with a shoulder injury after a tackle from Cillian Ó Curraoin.
Speaking after the game, Mayo manager McStay revealed O’Connor had been taken to hospital after the game.
And he hit out at the tackle itself, insisting the Galway man should have been shown a black card.
He said: “We’re a bit sore about it.
“Diarmuid won the ball and popped it to a Mayo lad and was hit late and that’s a black card – minimum, but nothing was done.
“You spend all winter carefully rehabbing him so that he’ll be fit for the spring and this happens.
“He’s a top player, an All-Star and he’s off to hospital.
“We’re sore about it, but we’re not pointing the finger at the ref, he was fine.”
If the loss of O’Connor was not bad enough, the Tribesmen went on to beat Mayo 0-26 to 0-16.
However, manager Padraic Joyce insisted he won’t be getting carried away by the result that saw his side kick eight two-pointers.
Joyce said: “I’m happy with the performance and that led to the victory so, overall, I’m very happy.
“We did OK in the first half and we felt that we controlled a lot of the play.
“But we gave Mayo six or seven turnovers that led to scores. We’re not going to get carried away.
“It was February 2 today and there’s a long way to go.
“But it’s nice to have four points out of four. Over the years we probably would have been seen as a team that’s nice to play against.
“But we’re trying to bring some physicality on to the pitch.
“We have a lot of men over 6ft and they got stuck in today, which is pleasing.”
TALE OF TWO HALVES
A crowd of 12,291 turned up at MacHale Park and while there was very little between the teams in the first half, it was a different story in the second period.
Galway played the game on their terms while McStay’s side struggled to get to grips with their opponents.
Jack Coyne, Jack Carney, Jordan Flynn, Aidan O’Shea and Tommy Conroy were again conspicuous by their absence.
McStay conceded: “There’s no getting away from the fact that we were well off Galway. It was their day.”
Mayo won the corresponding fixture last year by a commanding 2-12 to 0-10 margin at Pearse Stadium.
But yesterday’s defeat was a sobering one.
McStay added: “We had a good feeling this time last year but we have to suck it up and take it on the chin. They were the better team.
“I’m going to take some comfort from the fact that the season is still well ahead of us.”
Dancing On Ice star lands brand new Channel 5 show alongside legendary CBBC presenter
DANCING On Ice star Michaela Strachan has landed a brand new Channel 5 show exploring the secrets of the Ice Age.
The BBC presenter, 58, is currently competing in Dancing On Ice on ITV and is hoping to be crowned as the 2025 winner.
Michaela Strachan is currently competing in Dancing on Ice[/caption] Michaela is set to appear on a new series called Ice Age: Apocalypse[/caption] She appears alongside Steve Backshall in the programme[/caption]The epic three-part documentary series will delve into the heart of the Ice Age where viewers will see stunning locations around the world, breath-taking landscapes and expert interviews.
But aside from dancing, Michaela is set to appear on a new series called Ice Age: Apocalypse, alongside CBBC presenter and explorer Steve Backshall.
The series will chart the rise of the mega beasts, from woolly mammoths to sabre-tooth cats, the David and Goliath story of Neanderthals versus Homo Sapiens and the warning that global warming could trigger the next Ice Age.
The first episodes will see Michaela in Svalbard looking into why the Ice Age started in the first place. While Steve will be in the UK discovering which ice age mega beasts used to frequent here.
Alongside Professor Danielle Schreve, Steve explores the bones of mammoth, arctic foxes and even a massive Ice Age hyena.
The remains of almost a dozen ice age creatures are all found in the same small cave near Plymouth.
Meanwhile, Michaela takes a look at the most famous predator of the ice age – the sabre-toothed cat – and examines the beast’s skull and giant fangs,
The TV presenter is currently competing in this year’s Dancing On Ice – and according to Betfair odds, she’s a favourite to win the series.
She was praised for her stunning performance alongside professional figure skater Mark Hanretty, topping the leaderboard with an impressive 30.5 points out of a possible 40.
Michaela has been a regular face on our screens for over three decades, most notably on Autumnwatch, Countryfile, Springwatch and Winterwatch.
She also won a BAFTA for Best Children’s Presenter for her part in Michaela’s Wild Challenge and the programme won Best Children’s Factual.
The presenter recently opened up about how the previous year was “really sad” and surrounded by tragedy.
Speaking on the On The Marie Curie Couch podcast, she said: “There was a lot of loss in my close circle of family and friends, starting off at the beginning of the year with the passing of my sister-in-law who died of cancer … she suffered for three years and eventually passed in January.”
She explained that her partner Nick Chevallier’s previous wife had died from cancer, his best friend also died of a heart attack and the son of one of her close friends died at the age of just 35.
Ice Age: Apocalypse begins Sunday 9th February at 7:30pm on Channel 5.
The show begins on Sunday 9th February.[/caption] CBBC presenter and explorer Steve Backshall also co-presents the new show.[/caption]How to Walk 10,000 Steps a Day Without Leaving the House
Walking is a fantastic way to stay active, improve your health, boost your mood, and even live longer—especially if you set your step count ambitiously high at 10,000 steps per day. Of course, one of the easiest ways to achieve this is to lace up your sneakers and head outside for a stroll. However, there are plenty of things that can stand between you and the great outdoors, inclement weather included.
When that happens, it’s a good idea to have a backup plan that lets you get your steps in, all without needing to step outside. You won’t need to physically go far to make the most of your workout, experts say. With these seven simple tips, you can reach your goals and reap their health benefits all from the comfort of your own home.
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1. Try "reward pairing."
"Reward pairing" is the practice of coupling something you don’t particularly like to do with something you view as a reward. By bundling the two—and only enjoying the reward while doing the chore—you can help create more motivation to do the less desirable thing on your to-do list.
Michael Betts, a personal trainer and the director of TRAINFITNESS, says this could help you turn passive screen time into active movement when you pair your favorite show and indoor walking or marching.
"Most shows and movies are 30-60 minutes long, perfect for logging a good amount of steps. Walking during just two episodes of your favorite show can add 4,000-6,000 steps to your day," he tells Best Life.
One of the easiest ways to do this is by investing in a treadmill or walking pad.
"Modern walking pads are quiet, foldable and can slide under furniture when not in use," adds Betts. "Even walking at 1.5 to 2 mph will get you steps while you stay productive."
3. Turn your stairs into a workout.
Walking up and down stairs can not only increase your step count but can also add to the physical rigor of your exercise.
Cheng-Han Chen, MD, board-certified interventional cardiologist and medical director of the Structural Heart Program at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, previously shared with Best Life that climbing stairs gives you roughly three times as much exercise as the same amount of time walking briskly on the ground.
"That’s because not only are you moving your body, you’re moving it against gravity, and you’re essentially pushing yourself up and out. You are also building your muscles in your lower body, strengthening your core and your lower back," he explained.
Don't have stairs in your house? No problem.
Aerobic steps—yes, the plastic platforms that were all the rage during the '80s and '90s—can help you get your steps in. If you’re not sure how to make the most of it, look for a workout video to follow along to. Or, simply set a goal and get those reps in—no movement is wrong as long as it’s safe!
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3. Take your phone calls on the go.
Jerome Draculan, an NASM-certified personal trainer working with StrengthshopUSA.com, suggests taking your phone calls on the go. You can do this on your walking pad, of course, but he also recommends walking around the kitchen island or from room to room.
"Choose a path that you want to walk repeatedly throughout your home, from the living room to the kitchen, the bathroom to the bedroom," he advises.
Betts agrees that phone calls offer a great opportunity to walk indoors: "Walking while talking feels natural and flies by. A 30 minute call can easily get you 2,000-3,000 steps."
4. Get into cozy cardio.
If you have a walking pad or a treadmill, getting into "cozy cardio" can help motivate you to get to 10,000 steps.
The trend started on TikTok and involves setting a meditative-like space for your walking workout—think ambient lighting, scented candles, and feel-good music.
"When something is comfortable and you feel good during and after, you’re more likely to do it and stick with it! I think it makes cardio feel more like self-care (which it is) and less like a punishment," Rachel Lovitt, CPT, holistic movement coach, previously shared with Best Life.
5. Use your chores as exercise.
Much of the time, we strive for efficiency in doing our chores. However, Draculan suggests that you can turn these activities into a step challenge by breaking your work up into piecemeal parts. For instance, once you’ve folded your laundry in a central location, you can walk each individual item to where it belongs.
You can also strap on some ankle or wrist weights while doing your chores to increase the intensity of your workouts.
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6. Take a detour.
Especially when you’re first getting started with your new walking routine, don’t underestimate the power of increasing your step count in small increments. Amanda Grimm, a certified running coach and personal trainer at We Run, says you can do this in your home by taking the long route whenever possible.
“Instead of using the nearest bathroom, resolve to go to the one furthest away in your house,” suggests Grimm. “If you live in a single-story home, you could take a loop around the house before heading to the toilet. These small detours throughout the day can quickly add up to a significant boost to your step count.”
7. Set a movement alarm.
When you work from home, it’s all too easy for the day to get away from you and for your steps to end up on the back burner. Grimm recommends setting an alarm for various times throughout the day to remind you to take a short walk around your house.
"You could do laps in your hallway, around furniture or, for extra credit, up and down the stairs for an extra challenge," Grimm suggests. "These quick bursts of movement will significantly increase your step count, and can also help to feel more alert too."