The constant conversation around Rhasidat is unlike any other talented Irish athlete I've ever come across, be it from my own time competing or the 10 years since I’ve retired

"The summer ahead is a busy one. With that in mind, I’m taking a break from writing for you each week, but fear not, I will be back in September!"

"Most of us want to age ‘well’ and when you think about what well means, a good place to start is that you can perform basic functions."

Plus: how to avoid the pitfalls of a running regime

Plus: how to go from couch to 5k run

"As we are coming into the summer months, it’s tempting to think school will be finished in a few weeks and forget about packed lunches, but I’m talking about adult packed lunches."

Plus, a recipe for a healthy couscous salad 

I started making a list of family adventures in Ireland that I hope to tackle in the coming years with the kids.

"I’ve really enjoyed playing around with the air fryer and it’s definitely given me more motivation to cook from scratch and try out new things."

Derval had a chat with Anna Geary about body acceptance - and making the best of your physical situation