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Bare Creek Trail Run – Sun 10 Nov 2019

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The Bare Creek Trail Run offers a picturesque off-road run on the fire trails of the stunning Garigal National Park in St Ives, Sydney’s north shore.

 

This is a perfect event for all ages and abilities – whether you’re just starting out with trail running, or an experienced trail runner. From the 2km Dash, 6km Family Walk/Run, to the more challenging 12km and 20km courses.

About the program

Our 4-week training program kicks off on Mon 14 Oct 2019 – and is aimed at supporting runners who are looking to attempt their first trail running event (6km/12km) or those who would like to take on a challenge (20km). This is a great warm-up run for those who have their sights set on our UTA program which starts in Feb 2020.

Whats involved?
  • 4-Week skills-based program
  • Weekly Saturday trail run (on/around Bare Creek course)
  • Weekly strength training (for injury prevention & performance)
  • Weekly hills, stairs training (for strength, endurance & performance)
What equipment do I need?
  • Trail shoes – recommended but not essential
  • Head torch 
  • The coach will chat to you about other equipment required for racing
When do we train?

Our training program offers an inclusive, supportive environment – where you are encouraged, motivated and very much part of our BEXI family.  We train together as a team, as this offers a great sense of camaraderie between fellow trail-run buddies.

Training starts on Mon 14 Oct 2019  and is limited to 12 x members.

What is excluded?
About our Coaches

Our qualified coaches bring a vast level of experience in the sport of endurance running, trail running and strength & conditioning. Between them, they have completed ultra-trail marathons, ultra-marathons, marathons, triathlons, adventure races and much more.  Coach Andy Smith has completed 3 x UTA100 events with a PB of 12:25:17 and 3rd place age category.

Your Investment
  • $50 p/week across 4-weeks – (14 Oct – 10 Nov 2019)
  • GOLD members FREE
  • Program limited to 12 x participants

 

SMH Half-Marathon – Sun 21 May 2017

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The SMH Half-Marathon  is Australia’s largest and most prestigious half-marathon events. With over 12,000 participants, the route takes on 21.1km around Sydney’s most iconic sights.

Training

Our 12-week training program starts on Sat 25 February 2017 and progressively builds up, so that you are able to cover the course comfortably.

Our programs are based on the 80/20 Rule – 80 percent at low intensity and 20 percent at moderate/high intensity. By training slower we aim to run stronger and race faster.  All programs are built around 3 x coached sessions.

Each member has an online program, which is prepared in blocks and provided via Training Peaks. This allows us to provide individualised plans that best suits your needs and goals, as well as giving us the feedback and analysis tools we need. You will be able to log your workouts and analyse your performance data as you complete each session. Our aim is to progresses you gradually, so that you train safely and without injury.

➣ Looking for motivation to get you started –  read our blog ‘A BIG YES!‘ 
What is included?
  • 12-week periodised training plan based on your race distanc
  • 3 x face-to-face coached group session – long run, interval run and tempo run
  • Analysis and feedback on training data
  • Goal setting
  • Mental skills and strategies
  • Race nutrition and recovery
  • Race tactics and guidance
  • Race weekend logistics
  • Motivational support
  • Access to private online forum
  • Membership of a supportive, like-minded Community
  • FREE BEXI cotton singlet
What is excluded?
  • Race entry fee
  • Travel, accommodation and meals
  • BEXI technical race singlet
What is cost?

$360 for 12-week program

Total can be split into monthly installments – (3 x $125/pm)


✔ Join our BEXI Team and train for Australia’s largest half-marathon