Person: Derval O'Rourke

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S health and wellbeing

Exposing #fitspo culture: 'People want a quick fix solution, people want extremes'

A growing fashion for muscular bodies seems to be empowering women, but, Ellie O’Byrne asks, is it really just another dangerous beauty stick to beat women with?

<p>Cork City Hall was transformed to host ieStyle Live 2023. Pictures: Miki Barlok</p>

fashion and beauty

An iconic Cork building hosts a fashion extravaganza: Behind the scenes at ieStyle Live

<p>Olympic athlete Derval O’Rourke in conversation with Sonya Lennon at ieStyle Live. Picture: David Creedon</p>

fashion and beauty

ieStyle Live: Derval O'Rourke opens up about stepping away from 'Ireland's Fittest Family'

Cork County Council hosts IRONMAN Ireland Cork in Youghal, Co.Cork.

ourview

Irish Examiner view: Conflicting accounts at heart of issue

Derval O'Rourke: The three macronutrients — and my recipe for healthy seedy crackers

food

Summer salad recipe: How to make Derval O'Rourke's chicken and butternut squash salad

Derval O'Rourke: Gut health is important — here's how to improve yours

Poor gut health can be linked to a lack of variety in foods, increased processed foods, and stressors in daily life

Sat, 06 May, 2023

Derval O'Rourke: Start your day right with this overnight oats recipe

The perfect breakfast for when you are tight on time

Sat, 14 Jan, 2023

Derval O'Rourke: Daniel Davey's tips for achieving health goals, plus my recipe for chia pudding

Don’t fall for the “quick fix”, “detox” buzz words in 2023. Quick resets are not sustainable over time and always end up in disappointment.

Mon, 09 Jan, 2023

Derval O'Rourke: ‘I could be fit and strong but the scales may not say that’

Abandoned over-ambitious New Year fitness resolutions already? Derval O’Rourke has practical advice on how to identify real goals – and actually achieve them

Sat, 07 Jan, 2023

Derval O'Rourke: How to set manageable targets to make meaningful change

Plus a healthy recipe to help kick-start your new year

Sat, 31 Dec, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: How to not freak out about hosting Christmas dinner

Plus the perfect cold starter — because most of your stove and oven will be already full

Mon, 05 Dec, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: How to improve your mood in the great outdoors

Some great tips to work around the weather and the most amazing recipe to dig into after you’ve braved those elements

Sat, 29 Oct, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: Top tricks to ease back on treats this Halloween

Plus a fun recipe that’s tasty and healthy and you can get the kids involved too

Sat, 22 Oct, 2022

Children aged two to four get 20% of calories from sweets, chocolate and soft drinks

Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist and Irish Examiner columnist, Dr Colman Noctor, said: “The key is to make gradual and progressive small changes.”

Tue, 18 Oct, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: Is it really a case of mind over matter?

Plus a 'souper' recipe for you to try this autumn

Sun, 16 Oct, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: Tips to save time, money, and energy in the kitchen

Plus a tasty recipe for baked sweet potato

Sat, 17 Sep, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: Most women are wearing bras that do not fit them correctly

From back and neck problems to headaches, wearing the correct bra can make a world of difference

Sun, 28 Aug, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: How to stay focused on your goals

Some key lessons from the competitive racing season that may help you with your own wellbeing goals

Mon, 22 Aug, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: 10 tips for coping with menopause

Derval O'Rourke chats to wellness warrior and Menopause Workplace Consultant, Catherine O’Keeffe

Sun, 31 Jul, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: My oaty breakfast muffins and five easy ways to increase your fibre intake

Including fibre in your diet will combat that sluggish feeling that most of us have experienced at some point

Sun, 24 Jul, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: And breathe... seeking serenity can be easier than you think

Cauliflower rice-stuffed peppers: this week’s recipe is perfect for a quiet evening by yourself

Sat, 02 Jul, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: How to make Annalise Murphy's Thai red fish curry

This week Derval had a chat with Annalise Murphy, Olympic Silver Medalist, about the ocean and what it means to her

Sun, 05 Jun, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: Expert tips for beginner runners

Plus my recipe for a delicious breakfast burrito

Mon, 30 May, 2022

Derval O'Rourke: My healthy chocolate orange brownies have a surprise ingredient

Ask yourself 'what would I say to my best friend right now?' Give yourself the advice you so kindly share with your friends and more importantly, take your own advice!

Mon, 23 May, 2022

Celebrity Fittest Family review: Happy Pears come up smiling and win it for Donncha

The celebrity version of the show provided enjoyable viewing and raised thousands for various charities

Tue, 28 Dec, 2021

Sunday TV Tips: Danger and desperation in Hidden Assets and Ireland's Fittest Family

Plus Top Gear and a tribute to Maeve Binchy from City Girl author, Patricia Scanlan

Sun, 05 Dec, 2021

Ireland's Fittest Family: The cockiest family in the competition aren't even from Cork

The confident Bissetts make a splash and scrape through to the next round

Mon, 29 Nov, 2021

Sunday TV Tips: An Interview with Adele, Fittest Family, Hidden Assets and I'm a Celebrity

Plus Ireland v Argentina; And the net is closing in around Fionn Brannigan in Hidden Assets and Bibi Melnick is feeling the pressure too

Sun, 21 Nov, 2021

Halloween TV tips: Kin finale — and scary new challenges for Cork families on Ireland's Fittest Family

Plus a lifetime of song and music celebrated with TG4 and Cork's Sean Ó Sé

Sun, 31 Oct, 2021

Friday TV Tips: Derval and Donncha talk fitness and rivalry; and Kerry star Jessie Buckley is on the Graham Norton couch

Plus Dublin actor Michael McElhatton in The Zookeeper's Wife

Fri, 22 Oct, 2021

Saturday TV Tips: Chris O'Dowd tackles doping deception in The Program and Tour de France stage one gets underway

— Plus Cork's Fiona Shaw stars in creepy thriller Kindred

Sat, 26 Jun, 2021

Derval O'Rourke: Upping your weights and strength training game

— and salmon and prawn skewers make a light and lean meal that's perfect for the summer

Mon, 21 Jun, 2021

Derval O'Rourke: Get started on food and mood diary

Writing down information has always worked well for me when I’m trying to get an understanding of my food intake or my exercise.

Sat, 27 Jun, 2020

Derval O'Rourke's stress-busting strategies

There’s no denying that life has been stressful lately for a lot of people, me included.

Sat, 13 Jun, 2020

Derval O'Rourke: Knowing your portion sizes is the key to healthy eating

In recent weeks one of my biggest healthy lifestyle challenge has been how much I’ve been eating.

Sat, 30 May, 2020

Derval O'Rourke: Five top tips for sustainable living

In my house we try to be conscious of our choices and how they affect sustainable living.

Sat, 23 May, 2020

Derval O'Rourke: Top tips on what to eat and drink for a healthy mind

This week I wanted to share my top 10 tips about how the different foods we eat and what we drink affects our mood.This week I am sharing my chewy granola bars which are the ideal snack to have for an elevenses cuppa or an afternoon snack.

Tue, 19 May, 2020

Irish Examiner launches new-look Weekend magazine

The Irish Examiner will tomorrow launch a new-look Weekend magazine full of great lifestyle features and content for all readers.

Fri, 15 May, 2020

Mageean and English win medals at European Indoor Championships

Mark English has won bronze for Ireland at the European Indoor Athletics Championships in Glasgow, grabbing his third major Championship medal in the 800 metres.

Sun, 03 Mar, 2019

Derval O'Rourke gets behind the science of those Operation Transformation weighing scales

This week I’m chatting about metabolic age testing which has been a big feature on Operation Transformation this year and which is something lots of members on my website have been asking me about. Recipe wise it’s my Tofu Pad Thai and some delicious Peanut Butter Krispie Squares.

Thu, 21 Feb, 2019

Eat & Move with Derval O'Rourke: Reach your personal and professional potential

This week I’m sharing a fabulous steak recipe and a light lunch salad option. I’ll chat about reaching your potential in your personal and professional life.

Fri, 08 Feb, 2019

Try a handmade gift this Christmas - Derval O'Rourke's spiced Christmas almonds

I love this time of year and this week I’m sharing some of my favourite ways to spend my downtime in December. For my recipe, it’s my gingerbread cookies and spiced almonds, both great edible gift options, writes Derval O'Rourke.

Fri, 07 Dec, 2018

Looking for the perfect gift? Our celebrity experts Sonya Lennon, Neven Maguire and lots more have you sorted

We've got loads of tips from Sonya Lennon, Rick O'Shea, Neven Maguire, Francis Brennan, Derval O'Rourke and Jen Rock.

Thu, 06 Dec, 2018

Eat & Move with Derval O'Rourke: All about supplements

This week I’m chatting all about supplements. For my recipe, it’s my mini-breakfast pancakes plus a delicious guacamole recipe.

Sat, 17 Nov, 2018

Eat & move with Derval O'Rourke: My most-asked food questions answered

This week I’m taking you through my most asked food questions and the answers I find myself giving. Recipe-wise it’s my husband Peter’s salmon burgers plus a delicious tzatziki recipe that goes perfectly with them.

Sat, 20 Oct, 2018

Derval O'Rourke: The essential kitchen items needed in every house

This week I’m chatting about my go-to kitchen gadgets. For my recipe I’m focusing on delicious and nourishing soups, writes Derval O'Rourke

Sat, 08 Sep, 2018

Derval O'Rourke: Let's talk about food fats

This week I’m chatting about food fats, basically what you need to know about fats. Then for my recipe, it’s chicken, basil and tomato quiche and some easy eggs in jacket potatoes.

Sat, 25 Aug, 2018

Derval O'Rourke: Why you are not losing the weight you want to lose

This week I’m chatting about five reasons why you are not losing the weight you want to lose. Recipe wise, I’m focusing on breakfast with my healthy ‘fry up’ and delicious French toast.

Sat, 30 Jun, 2018

Derval O'Rourke: Top tips for staying healthy during exam season

This week I’m sharing my top tips for staying happy and healthy during exam season. And I’m all about salads this week.

Sat, 02 Jun, 2018