Paul Flynn's Dietary tips

1. Do you have breakfast? If so, what do you have?

Yes.. I have breakfast every morning.. I don't know how people skip it as it is my favourite meal of the day... I vary it up but my favourite is protein pancakes. They contain 1 banana, 3 eggs, 2 tablespoons of flaxseed and 1 table spoon of cinnamon. Blend up all ingredients and fry with coconut oil. Topped off then with Greek yogurt and blueberries. Great start to the day!

2. Do you eat lunch at your desk or do you make an effort to get out? If so, where do you go i.e. local deli, pub, sushi etc.?

I eat away from the desk everyday. I think it is important to take a break and get away from the desk. I make my lunch most days but I mix it up from time to time... This is usually a mixed salad with some type of meat, nuts and Feta cheese.. I tend not to eat out unless I know the place has healthy options.

3. What are your snacks throughout the day?
I get stick in work for always eating but I have snacks at 11 and 3.30. I usually have a cup of green tea or coffee with fruit and a handful of nuts. This all sounds very boring but diet plays a massive impact on performance so we have to be extra vigilant. There needs to be variety in your snacks because you get bored very easily. Try out some new things and I follow @foodflickr on twitter for tips and guidelines.

4. Any advice for keeping a balanced diet when out and about for a day with work?

Preparation is the key! I plan for the day ahead by getting the lunch sorted in the evening beforehand. The days I don't have things sorted are the days I eat bad. It is hard to eat healthy all the time but when you prepare properly it makes it a lot easier.

5. If you could change one thing about your eating habits what would it be?

I am quite conservative when it comes to exploring new types of foods. It would make things easier if this was not the case as it can get boring eating the same things. I'd also like to eat well all year round. I tend to eat well when in training and fall off the wagon when the GAA season ends. Everything in moderation all year around would be a better approach.