A Co Cavan athlete has spoken about the importance of setting realistic goals for those wanting to lose weight. While 35 percent of people in Ireland are overweight and a further 21 are obese, former European Cross Country champion Catherina McKiernan highlighted the importance of staying fit this New Year.
According to the former cross country champion, it's important for people to choose something that you enjoy doing in order to be consistent with it. She also highlighted the importance of taking small steps as opposed to making larger goals. Speaking to on this morning's Joe Finnegan Show, the Co Cavan athlete said if you enjoy a certain physical activity then it won't become a chore and your weight-loss journey will be more progressive.
