Join us for a morning of conversation, movement, and connection at Cork's Marina Market

On Sunday, September 14, expert-led workshops designed to leave people feeling recharged and realigned will focus on wellbeing, health, and fitness

Laura Dowling, a passionate and entertaining advocate for women’s intimate health, will deliver a workshop on the gap in education about women’s bodies at Feelgood’s September Reset Live event at the Marina Market. Picture: Moya Nolan.

• Tickets for the Irish Examiner Feelgood September Reset Live event can be purchased here.

Wellness is having a moment – from yoga, to reformer pilates, matcha dates, and journaling – and we're becoming more aware of how best to care for our bodies, by moving more, eating whole foods, and making time to slow down.

Well-known experts in the health and wellbeing space are set to gather at the Marina Market in Cork for Feelgood’s September Reset Live event, presented by the Irish Examiner.

On Sunday, September 14, attendees will enjoy expert-led workshops designed to leave them feeling recharged and realigned. The focus will be on wellbeing, health, and fitness. Those attending the event will also be treated to a No Sin smoothie, a powerball, and a goodie bag worth €100.

An uplifting session will be hosted by Laura Dowling, a passionate and entertaining advocate for women’s intimate health. Siobhán O'Donovan (also known as The Boobie Physio) will speak about her mission to inspire women and girls to feel, move, and look better through better posture and bra-fit. Catherine O’Keeffe, a menopause advocate and founder of Wellness Warrior, will offer empowering insights on hormone health. 

The morning will close with a session led by fitness instructor Emma Barry Murphy, who will lead a signature barre class suitable for all levels, designed to leave you feeling energised and ready to take on a new week.

Emma Barry Murphy of 'Barre by Emma' will lead a signature barre class suitable for all levels at Feelgood’s September Reset Live event. Picture: Larry Cummins.

"Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned barre go-er, this session will be for everyone,” she says. 

“You’ll move your body in a lovely, controlled way, while also experiencing that signature barre burn. Everyone will leave with something - be it a good workout, a heightened awareness of your body or a good mood.” 

O'Donovan says her workshop on the day is all about improving posture from the inside out: “Breast changes are hormonal or related to body fat, not muscle. But did you know that the muscles supporting your breast weight are actually located in your back?” 

Siobhán O'Donovan will speak about her mission to inspire women and girls to feel, move, and look better through better posture and bra-fit. Picture: Dan Linehan.

O'Keeffe will explore the role of hormones in influencing our emotions, sleep patterns, mood, and overall health. 

“By understanding and paying attention to our amazing hormones, women can feel better day-to-day and set themselves up to stay well at every stage of life, from menstruation through to post menopause,” she says.

Dowling, known for her entertaining approach to advocating for women’s intimate health issues, will address the gap in education about women’s bodies.

“Why are women still referring to their vulva and vagina as ‘down there’? There’s a huge gap in education about women’s bodies,” she says.

Menopause coach and author Catherine O’Keeffe will offer empowering insights on hormone health at the Marina Market on September 14.

“Women often lack the language to discuss their needs or the knowledge to care for them. I want to help change this.” 

Life/Style editor Esther McCarthy will be on MC duties for the first-ever Feelgood September Reset Live event, and Feelgood editor Irene Feighan will host the Q&A session. 

“Spend the morning with our experts, and we promise you'll leave feeling inspired, motivated and fitter. We’d love you to be part of our vibrant wellbeing community,” says Feighan.