Category Archives: in South Dublin

(temp) 5min Warm-Up & Loosening Series part 1, 2, 3 of 8 Videos (focus on back, neck, spine and shoulder stretching)

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Here three short 5min exercise videos with slightly different variations of Warm-Up and Loosening exercises, that I recorded a few weeks back. I will keep them up for one or two weeks, as I’m looking for feedback from you. I would really appreciate if you let me know what you think about these videos, so I can improve the video quality and the content over time. Please leave your feedback in the *comment box* below the videos.
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(1) What is good? (2) What do you like about them?
(3) What could be improved? (4) What do you not like?
(5) What other types of exercises would you like to be included in similar videos?
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Try another browser e.g. Firefox, Opera, Dolphin, Samsung Internet, Apple Safari, IE Internet Explorer, Edge in case the videos won’t display in Google Chrome. ( a few of my clients were not able to view the videos in a Chrome browser on their phones or tablets, but could watch the videos in other browsers).
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[1] 5min Series – Loosening / Warm-Up with Martin – Video 1 of 8:
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[2] 5min Series – Loosening / Warm-Up with Martin – Video 2 of 8:
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.[3] 5min Series – Loosening / Warm-Up with Martin – Video 3 of 8:
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2019 Class Seminar Workshop Venue Sought – in South Dublin, Dublin 18, Dublin 16 Foxrock Cabinteely Leopardstown Sandyford Kilternan Stepaside Belarime Aikens Village

Class Talk Seminar Workshop Venue sought in South Dublin v2I’m hoping to help more local people and local groups to get Healthier, Fitter and more Active via regular talks, seminars and workshops, therefore I’m wondering if you might know of one or two suitable class venues in the Dublin 18 and Dublin 16 area.

The class venue might be a community centre, parish hall, school (classroom or school hall), gym or fitness centre, sports club, GAA club, library or something similar.

For the Dublin 18 area I’m looking for a venue in or near Foxrock, Cabinteely, Leopardstown, Sandyford, Kilternana, Glencullen, Carrickmines, Belarmine, Aikens Village or Stepaside.

For the Dublin 14/16 area I’m looking for a venue in or near Churchtown, Goatstown, Stillorgan, Dundrum, Ballinteer, Rathfarnham, maybe near Marlay Park.

(1) call, (2) text, (3) Whatsapp or (4) send me/Martin an e-mail if you can think of a suitable venue in the above-mentioned areas.

Your help is much appreciated.
Thank you in advance
Martin

Video May 2018 – availability – Men Only Pilates Classes in South Dublin, Ireland

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A new set of Mens Pilates, Core Strength and Flexibility Classes starts during the week of Monday 7th of May and Monday 14th of May 2018 in the greater South Dublin area, Dublin 14, Dublin 16 and Dublin 18.

The classes and courses run in eight-week blocks. There is generally a maximum of 8-10 participants per class, meaning the classes are rather small and this allows me to offer a good degree of individual attention. Benefit from 16 years teaching experience, I worked with hundreds of individuals of all ages mid/late teens to individuals in their 90s, busy mums, business owners, desk-bound office workers, retired people, various groups and individuals from sports like rugby, GAA, soccer, tennis, long-distance running and golf.

View the video below for class details, check my full exercise and fitness class timetable here or contact me if you have any further questions or to book a class.

Martin
(Personal Fitness & Health Coach / Trainer, Nutrition Coach read more here)

Park, Outdoor Toning & Fitness Classes in Leopardstown Dublin 18, South Dublin in May 2018

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A quick reminder re the Monday Morning 10am-11am Toning and Fitness class in Leopardstown Heights, Dublin 18 in South Dublin.

Join Anytime – Contact me – before you come along to make sure the class is and that it is suitable for you.  We do a mix of different types of exercises during these Park / Outdoor Conditioning classes in Leopardstown (close to Sandyford).

Find more general information about these exercise classes in South Dublin here.

Martin

Monday morning 10am Outdoor Toning, Fitness & Weight-Loss Class *postponed* to 12th March due to snow – Leopardstown Heights Sandyford

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A quick note to let you know that my Monday Morning – Park / Outdoor Fitness class in Leopardstown Heights (on the MUGA, Multi Usage Games Area – Basketball Court) is postponed by a week to Monday 12th March 2018 due to snow and ice in Dublin 18, D18.

I took the picture/video above earlier on this evening. You can see the basketball court, MUGA on the left, completely covered in snow – as most of the green in the Leopardstown Heights housing estate. It’s better to be on the safe side and continue with the outdoor and park fitness and exercise classes next week.

 

Join in anytime! We use various fitness and exercise equipment (e.g. kettlebells, skipping ropes, a drill ladder, exercise mats, a TRX, Gymnastic ring etc.) to Get you Fitter, Trimmer and Slimmer! – Martin

Leopardstown Heights Sandyford Park Outdoor Toning Fitness Weight-Loss Class postponed to 12th March 2018

 

 

 

 

 

Snow > *no* Pilates Classes Wednesday morning in South Dublin Rathfarnham, Willbook, Dublin 14

Snow Feb 2018 No Morning Pilates Classes in South Dublin Rathfarnham Willbrook near Nutgrove Marlay Park WhiteChurch Dublin 14 Dublin 16 A quick note to  let you know that there will be *no* Wednesday Morning Pilates class today, 28th February 2018, in Rathfarnham, Willbrook in the “old Court House”, near Nutgrove, Whitechurch, Dublin 14, Dublin 16 – due to snow, icy roads etc.. I will keep you posted on my website and facebook, re next weeks Fitness, Exercise and Pilates that I teach in South Dublin, Ireland.

 

 

 

 

Snow Feb 2018 No Morning Pilates Classes in South Dublin live Pilates Rathfarnham Willbrook near Nutgrove Marlay Park WhiteChurch Dublin 14I might run a 20-30min online live Pilates Class for those who are interested later this afternoon, early evening or tomorrow morning for those who are interested.

Send me a brief e-mail if you are interested.
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You might check my short online – Online Pilates Course at http://courses.yourhealthhabitcoach.com/, allowing to do some of the exercises easily at home.
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Take care, be safe and do some of our class exercises at home – Every Little Helps!
Martin

Video No. 20 Outdoor Fitness, Toning & Weight-Loss Class in Leopardstown, Sandyford, Dublin 18

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Join in to Get Fitter, Timmer and Slimmer in 2018! I’m going to start a new Outdoor Exercise and Fitness Class on Monday 19th February 2018. The classes will take place on the green or on the MUGA (Multi Usage Games Area) in Leopardstown Heights, in walking distance to “The Gallops”, “Sandyford Hall”, “Bellarmine” and “Aiken’s Village”. Find more class information and details here or contact Martin to book your place to start a fitter and healthier 2018!

Dublin Pilates Class – Well Done, Thumbs Up & Homework ! 

A “Well done and Thumbs Up” to all class participants in this morning’s South Dublin based Pilates Classes, Rathfarnham/Willbrook in the Old Court House, close to the Yellow House Pub, near Rathfarnham Castle.
The home-exercises or “homework”, as I like to call it are/is:
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(1) 10x Pilates Single-Leg Stretches (R/L), mainly core/abdominal strength 
(2) 10x Shoulder-Bridge version 2, for a good back stretch and to loosening and lengthen the spine and back.
(3) 10x Side-Bends, focusses on oblique strength, waist / love-handle toning.
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Martin

*New – Toning, Weight-Loss & Fitness Course in Sandyford, Leopardstown, Dublin 18


Do you want to (1) Tone-Up, (2) Get Fitter and (3) Slimmer?… then join my new – Toning – Weight-Loss and Fitness Class in Sandyford Community Centre, Dublin 18, beside Lambs Cross, just of the M50 exit 14.
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The course starts next week, Wednesday 10th January 2018, 7.45pm-8.45pm.
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It runs for 8 weeks and gives you the tools and knowledge to get into your own exercise, fitness and health routine and habit to make 2018 your fittest and healthiest year yet.
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Check the video above for more details or read all the Toning, Weight-Loss and Fitness Course details here.
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Martin

Pilates, Fitness Classes in South Dublin in January 2018 – Join Anytime !

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A quick note and video to let you know when I’m restarting my various Fitness, Pilates and Exercises classes in January 2018.

The following classes will start during the second week of January 2018, the week of Monday 8th of January.
Find all class details below the video!

  1. Tuesday 6.00pm – Men Only Pilates in Sandyford Community Centre, Lambs Cross, Dublin 18
  2. Tuesday 8.15pm – Men Only Pilates in Taney Parish Centre in Dundrum, close to the LUAS bridge, Dublin 16.
  3. Wednesday 10.00am – Pilates Beginners to Mixed Level in The Old Course House, Pastoral Parish Centre in Rathfarnham, off Willbrook Road, close to the Yellow House Pub.
  4.  Wednesday 6.30pm – Men Only Pilates in Sandyford Community Centre, Lambs Cross. Dublin 18
  5. Wednesday 7.45pm – 30/30 Toning & Weight Loss Class plus Q&A, Mini-Seminar, Talk.
  6. Thursday 10.00am – Over 60s, Senior Pilates & Fitness Class in Taney Parish Centre in Dundrum, close to the LUAS bridge, Dublin 16.
  7. Thursday 11.30am – Over 60s, Senior Pilates & Fitness Class in Taney Parish Centre in Dundrum, close to the LUAS bridge, Dublin 16.
  8. Friday 9.30am – Glencullen Pilates in the old Library, Glencullen Community Centre, close to Johnny Fox’s Pub and beside the local church.

Find a full, up-to-date class timetable here or contact me with any questions you might have. Find an FAQ (frequently asked questions) section here.

Flexi Pass – Special Summer 2017 Offer / Deal – 7 Classes over 9 weeks in July, August

2017 Special Summer Offer Deal Fitness Exercise Classes Courses in South Dublin 18, Dublin 14 Dublin 16Over the remaining summer months June,  July and August 2017 you can avail of our
Flexi Pass – Fitness, Toning & Pilates Summer Special
** 7 Classes over 9 weeks ** in South Dublin
Sandyford, Leopardstown, Rathfarnham, Willbrook, Whitechurch, Dundrum, Dublin 18, Dublin 16, Dublin 14.

• Book 7 Fitness or Pilates Classes and use them over an 9 week period.
_ This offer is valid for the following weeks (week of Monday 26th June, 10th July,
_ 17th July, 24th July, 21st July, 7th August, 14th August, 21st August, 28th August.
_ There *won’t* be any classes during the week of Monday 3rd July  2017.
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• This allows to cater for you going on holidays or being away.
• There is a maximum of 8-10 class participants
• Pilates, Stretching or Yoga mats
_and various Pilates equipment (Pilates Rings,
_Balls, Foam Rollers, Resistance Bands,
_Gym Sticks etc.) are provided.
• €87.50 for 7 classes over 9 weeks – You might attend 8 or 9 classes if the dates suit.
_ •  The fees for 8 weeks is €100, for 9 weeks is €112.50. 
_ •  Trial or Drop-ins, Pay-As-You-Go Classes are possible is availability allows €14/class.
• This offer is valid for my Wednesday Morning Class, and my Evening Classes on
_ Tuesday and Wednesday night.
• View a full Class Timetable here.
• Classes take place close to Stepaside, Belarmine, Sandyford Industrial Estate, , Leopardstown, Lambs Cross, Marlay Park.
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Contact Martin for details or to book your place.

There is still availability in my Fitness, Exercises Classes in *Sandyford Community Centre & *Glencullen Community Centre

April 2017 Sandyford Community Centre Toning Weight Loss Class Leopardstown near Belarmine Stepaside Kilternan Foxrock Cabinteely GlencullenJoin my morning or evening Fitness, Exercises and Pilates classes in Sandyford Community Centre or Glencullen Community Centre Classes Anytime !

I started a *new* Toning & Weight Loss Class in Sandyford Community Centre recently on Thursday morning 10am-11am, there is still availability in that class. Contact Martin for further information or with any questions you might have.

Glencullen Toning Pilates Fitness Classes start in February 2017 with Martin Your Health Habit Coach>> All Fitness Levels and Age Groups a welcome ! <<

These classes are small, 8-10 participants max. to allow individual attention and me being able to give specific advice and recommendations depending on your circumstances, individual needs due to niggling backs, shoulders, neck or other issues or your preferences.

Below a list of South Dublin based Fitness & Exercise Courses that I’m currently teaching in the Dublin 18, D18, Leopardstown, Stepaside, Belarmine, Aiken’s Village, Sandyford Hall, Kilternan area which is close to Carrickmines, Enniskerry and Rockbrook (all classes are full 60min even for back-to-back classes as I generally take a 15min break between classes).
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(1) Tuesday 6pm – Pilates for Men Class – Combines Pilates, Core Strength, Conditioning & Flexibility [Sandyford Community Centre]
(2) Wednesday 6.30pm – Pilates for Men Class – Combines Pilates, Core Strength, Conditioning & Flexibility [Sandyford Community Centre]
(3) Thursday 10am – Toning & Weight-Loss Exercise Class, including 10-15min Exercise, Fitness & Nutrition Q&A [Sandyford Community Centre]
Personal Trainer Personal Training in South Dublin Ireland with Martin Fitness Exercise Toning Weight Loss Nutrition Diet Advice Coaching(4) Friday 9.30am – Pilates Toning & Fitness Class [Glencullen Community Centre]
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Online booking-reqeust are possible on each class page, follow the class links above.
Find a Full Fitness, Exercises and Pilates Class Timetable with all my classes here.
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Your’s in Fitness & Health
_ Martin

(Fitness Classes & Personal Training in south Dublin since 2002)

Quote No. 2 Dr Mark Hyman “Think about it, if there is a health food section … “

Quote 2 Mark Hyman Think about it if there is a health food section in the grocery store what nutrition-coaching personal training south Dublin Martin LuschinMore food for thought. This time from Dr. Mark Hayman quote: “Think about it, if there is a health food section in the grocery store, what does that make the rest of the food sold there?”.
He one of the few doctors and physicians I follow online,  worthwhile following.
Martin

 

A Happy, Successful and Healthy New Year 2017 and thoughts on a Year Review

I wish you and yours – “a Happy, Successful and Healthy New Year – 2017”.

We are just back from a brief wintery holiday break in the sunny, yet freezing south west Germany, the Black Forrest – Baden Wuerrtemberg (think Black Forrest Gateau yum, Cuckoo Clocks, Mercedes, Porsche, Lake Constance etc.), see pictures below.

A happy successful and health 2017 from Martin Luschin in South Dublin Ireland, Your Health Habit Coach planning ahead for 20172016 was a very eventful year for myself and those around me, filled with varied memories of excitement, happiness, fulfillment, but also frustrating and sad moments, as some of those who were close to us passed away. During the break I took time out to write a year review (in mind-map format), assessed what happened, reflected, remembered exciting, relaxing, sad, emotional, breathtaking and happy moments.

 

 

 

 

 

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And started to plan ahead for 2017, where I envisage further changes to my private and work life e.g. (1) regular time out with my partner, friends and loved ones, (2) more deep and focused work enabling me to create some of the following, (3) online video fitness and nutrition courses, (4) a regular in person nutrition course in Mount Merrion Parish Centre, Stillorgan, (4) other online fitness and health projects, (5) reading more an reading varied, (6) following the notion of “Less is More” (less distraction – more focus, less in person courses – more (some) online courses, less drifting – more clarity etc.).

Give a Year Review a go, jot down what happened and reflect on the good and not so good. You might start with things that happened at certain location, things that are related to certain individuals or groups of people or your could structure it month by month. See what works for you. I prefer a mind-map format, as it allows the mind to quickly jump from one thought to another thought and you are not forced into the structure of grammar and sentences etc. (which often slows down the our thinking) you can kind of let your mind free-wheel.

Schedule three or four 30-60min blocks to do your 2016 *Review. it really frees the mind and will then allow you to look ahead and plan 2017 to make it a successful, happy and healthy year.

Try it out and make 2017 a year to remember !

Martin

Video 14 – Warm-Up Exercise Roll-Down with a Push-Up

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Video No 14 Warm-Up Exercise Roll Down Push Up Martin Luschin South Dublin Ireland Personal Training Nutrition Health Coachingin Video No. 14 you are going to learn a very simple, yet effictive “Warm-Up Exercise”. It’s easy to do and I will show you a few different variations in the video (from Beginners to Intermediate Level).
The “Roll-Down with a Push-Up” combines back / spine mobilization and looseing with a upper-body warm-up (shoulders, chest and arms) plus adds a stretch for your hamstrings and calves (back of your legs) as well.

You don’t even need a mat, just a bit of space.

This exercise can simply be added to other warm-up exercises like neck, back, shoulder and spine mobillization moves, a bit of foam-rollering, some dynamic stretching etc..

Always do a 8-10 mintue warm-up routine, as this prepares the body for your main workout and aim to make the warm-up exercises specific to the exercises you plan to do.

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Enjoy, let me know how you get on and send me an e-mail with questions you have in relation to this exercise.
Martin

Christmas Gift Vouchers in South Dublin for Fitness Exercise Pilates Classes, Personal Training

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buy Christmas Gift Vouchers in south Dublin Pilates Nutrition Fintess Exercise Personal Trainer Martin LuschinGive the Gift of Health, Fitness and Well-Being this Christmas. Allowing a friend, relative, partner or colleague to be more energetic and feel fab about themself.
From first of December 2016 onward you can buy Christmas Gift Vouchers online on my website. This might be for (1) Nutrition & Food Coaching, (2) Pilates & Core Strength Classes – general mixed gender, Over 60s or Men Only Pilates, (3) Personal Training or Buddy Training Sessions, (4) Kettlebell sessions, (5) Health Coaching. Read more here or purchase a voucher online now.
Martin

Video 12 – 10min Neck, Back, Shoulder Loosening & Stretching Routine

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In Video No. 12 I’m showing you a 10min “Neck, Back and Shoulder Stretching” Routine. This includes various standing and seated stretches. You could do the program e.g.

  1. first thing in the morning after waking up, to loosen your body after a good nights rest.
  2. as a office desk mid-morning or lunchtime break
  3. as a evening routine after work or a long day at the desk to stretch those tight neck, back and shoulder muscles.
  4. maybe when driving long-distances as a mini break
  5. what else could you use this routine for …… ? Let me know.


The stretches and exercises are very simple and can be done anywhere. You don’t need any special equipment or props, nor do you need to change clothing – simple – quick and easy !!!

You will see a few seated stretches being done in a office chair, just to give you some ideas what can be done to stretch your back, spine and shoulder area and reduce tension in that area, as it gets tight for most of us when sitting for hours on a desk.

Aim to do some or all of these exercises at least once a day, ideally twice a day. Maybe get your work colleagues to join in and do it as a team activity or break. Taking a few minutes out will give you a mental break and boost your alertness and productivity.

I generally recommend to
(1) set a fixed time at which you do this stretching program e.g. mid morning 10am or after your lunch break at 1.30pm. The main goal is to establish a routine, something you do at set times and days. Ultimately you want to do this without having to think about it, without any conscious effort – your posture will thank you.
(2)  Schedule it in your diary at the beginning of the week, it only takes 10min.
(3) Get your work colleagues to join and make is team activity or do it together with you partner or spouse.
(4) ask yourself “What is different after doing this stretching routine?” – “Which body-part loosened up or is more relaxed after the stretches?” – “What are the benefits of doing this?”

Enjoy, let me know how you get on and send me an e-mail with your questions.
Martin

2 for 1 – Special Offer *Toning, Weight-Loss Class* South Dublin Mount Merrion, Stillorgan

Morning Fitness Toning Weight Loss Exercise Classes in South Dublin Stillorgan Mount Merrion MartinJoin our  Monday or Tuesday Morning Fitness & Exercises Classes in South Dublin and save 50%.
This Offer Ends Tuesday morning 6th September 2016.  

Courses Start:
(1) 5th September 201 6 – Monday – 9.15am-10.15am – Mount Merrion Community Centre, beside Deer Park, UCD
(2) 6th September 201 6 – Tuesday – 9.30am-10.30am – Glenalbyn Sport Club, Kilmacud Crokes GAA, Stillorgan, beside the Shopping Centre.

We make it even more fun and enjoyable for you, as all that’s needed is to bring a friend, family member, colleague or buddy along and the two of you can join our 6 week courses for €60, instead of €120 for both of you. Start spreading the word, let them know on facebook, twitter, instagram etc.. Oh and did I mentioned ….. we will have a cup of tea, coffee and a *good chat* after the class in the *coffee shop* to catch up, allowing you to ask me any health, fitness, exercise or nutrition questions you might have.
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The normal course fee is €60 per person for 6 consecutive week, this means each of
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Yours in Fitness & Health
Martin

Terms and conditions apply (see below). Payment can be done (1) cash, (2) cheque (please issue the cheque to “Fitnecise”), (3) Online Card Payment (** a small card payment fee applies).

T&Cs – Terms and Conditions:
1. This offer end on Tuesday 6th September 2016
2. It is valid for six consecutive weeks from Monday 5th or Tuesday 7th September 2016 onward.
3. Participants can attend one class per week.
4. Participants can choose between the Monday 9.15am Toning & Weight-Loss class in Mount Merrion Community Centre or the Tuesday 9.30am Toning & Weight-Loss class in Stillorgan, Glenalbyn Sport Club, Kilmacud Crokes.
5. Paid course fees are non-refundable.
6. Participants must fill out a Health Screening From before attending the first class.