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COVID-19 Update

In response to recent events surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, the organising committee of the Galway Cycle have issued the following statement: “In response to, and in line with, recently announced Governmental guidance and controls, as well as Cycling Ireland’s arrangements (as the governing body for cycling in Ireland and under whose auspices the Galway Cycle…
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March 13, 2020 0

iDonate is now live for Galway Cycle 2020!

We’re pleased to announce that the Irish Hospice Foundation now have an event page live for the 2020 Galway Cycle in aid of Rosabel’s Rooms on the iDonate platform. Click below to get started! https://www.idonate.ie/galwaycylce2020 iDonate is an online fundraising platform for Irish charities and non-profits, and this event page allows all of our participants…
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January 19, 2020 0

Galway Cycle Fitness Classes

Galway Cycle are running Group Fitness Classes on Thursdays at 9pm in the Geraldine Hall, Maynooth. These will start on the 31st January. 8 weeks of classes costs €60. The classes are 40 minutes long and will focus on core strength and general body fitness. To sign up contact Fundraising@Galwaycycle.ie. The money raised from these…
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January 23, 2019 0

Maynooth Students engage with Blindfold Sports Inclusion challenge at the launch of the annual Charity Galway Cycle 2019

In October the Maynooth students for Charity selected Vision Sports Ireland as the beneficiary for funds to be raised on the Galway cycle 2019. Vision Sports aims is to improve the lives of visually impaired and blind people by enabling them to fully participate fully in and derive health benefits from sport.  On Thursday 15th October…
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December 10, 2018 0

Optimising your nutrition for G-Day

Congratulations on getting this far. After all the training, the day is almost here. Optimising your nutrition can ensure you perform at your personal best on the day. The diet preparation on the countdown to G-Day starts now. Note vegetarian food will be provided on the day. A limited supply of gluten free food will…
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April 3, 2018 0

Final Open Meeting!!!! April 3rd 2018, CB8

Galway Cycle 2018 is almost upon us, and the final open meeting for this year will take be held in CB8 in the Callan Building on the North Campus of Maynooth University at 7pm on Tuesday April 3rd.  This will be the final opportunity before the cycle to present your EverydayHero donations, etc., as well as the…
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March 27, 2018 0

Order your 2018 hoodies now!

Want an extra hoodie?  Or hoodies for the kids?  Now’s your chance to order one.  While all registered participants will receive a hoodie as part of their registration, for the 31st Galway Cycle, we’re offering you the chance to buy additional limited edition souvenir hoodies, and it’s as simple as selecting the size you want…
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February 26, 2018 0

Training Blog – Nutrition

With the build up to a 70km cycle this weekend, it’s a good time to think of the optimising your fuel to achieve your goals. Remember your nutritional intake on your training plan should reflect your intake on G day. Check out the previous blog for information on hydration. How to fuel your body. Carbohydrate…
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February 23, 2018 0

February Blog

February Blog This week’s training marks the first 60Km cycle in the build up to 70km by the end of the month. Now is an ideal time to think about your nutritional needs to help your fitness level and give you the competitive edge. Your nutritional intake on your training plan should reflect your intake…
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February 12, 2018 0