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The Power of Setting Goals

March 11, 2015 /0 Comments/in , , /by

Why are goals so powerful? Because they give us a purpose; they help propel us forward; they help us believe in ourselves; they hold us accountable; and they help us live life to the fullest. Three months into 2015, we are proud of the progress our Beauty of Exercise members have been making: Our Run-FIT team completed their 10km Sun Run event in February – huge kudos to Amanda Green for placing 3rd in her age-group; Our BEXI Trekkers completed their 55km Coastrek event last week;  Our committed Race-FIT team are in serious training-mode for the marathon and half-marathon events at the Australian Running Festival in April;  Our inspirational beginner runners and walkers are four weeks away from achieving their first 5km parkrun; and Our fabulous beginner swimmers are gaining confidence in the water as they prepare for their Pinkie Triathlon at end-March. Goals drive success! So if you’re looking for success, we’ve got some awesome programs planned for the upcoming autumn term: – Gold Coast Airport Marathon (& half-marathon/10km) – RUN BETTER Workshop – 5km-FIT – Walk-FIT – Swim-FIT Put your feet up and read about the above in our latest newsletter – http://goo.gl/Louw8x

RUN BETTER Workshop

February 24, 2015 /0 Comments/in , , /by

We’re thrilled that Dave Robertson (Robbo) is able to make himself available to deliver his highly recognised Run Better workshop. Designed & delivered by Robbo himself, a qualified physiotherapist, you will come away with loads of professional advice on running anatomy, skills, drills & prevention/management of running injuries. Suitable for anyone who wants to become a better runner – first-timers to ironman-triathletes. If you are struggling with your running and are looking for expert advice on how to improve your technique and performance, then this workshop is for you. Date: Friday 13 March Time: 6-7.30am Cost: First-time program $110 | Refresher program $70. Limited to 10 x participants. More info: https://beautyofexercise.com.au/portfolio-item/run-workshop/

The Road to Coastrek – friends, fitness and coffee!

February 18, 2015 /0 Comments/in , , /by

In just two weeks, at 7am on Friday the 6th of March 2015, a small group of our Beauty of Exercise (BEXI) community will begin the final phase of an incredible Coastrek adventure that started almost exactly six months ago. In September 2014, the call was put out among the BEXI community for any brave souls who would be interested in walking 55 kilometres from Palm Beach to Balmoral – to raise awareness about our gorgeous coastline and raise money for the Fred Hollows Foundation. The BEXI-Trekkers was born. With great excitement Lucia Hains, Liza Dukino, Lisa Bale and I (Kristin Prescott) signed up. We knew eachother, but with every kilometre of training it wasn’t only our fitness that grew, so did our friendship. The BEXI community rallied behind us, supporting us during walks and fundraising – but then came a crushing blow. An injury ended Liza’s walking journey. Gutted as she was, she embodied the BEXI spirit – shifting into the role of super support crew and we welcomed the lovely Kym Gray into the team. Now with just one big training walk to go, The BEXI-Trekkers are nearing the end of this challenging but rewarding journey. But none of us will ever lose the bond that’s been forged along beaches, over headlands, boardwalks, ocean trails and through plenty of laughter … and coffee!

Come swim with us!

February 4, 2015 /0 Comments/in , /by

If you are injured, just starting out with fitness or you are looking to build your confidence and efficiency in the water, then our 7-week Swim-FIT program is for you. Based at Collaroy Pool on the Northern Beaches, the program has a strong focus on water safety, breathing, improved technique, stroke correction and consistent stroke rate. Not only will the course improve your fitness and build your water confidence but it will also prepare you to tackle your first triathlon or ocean swim. – Swim-FIT (Beginner) starts on Fri 6 Feb – Swim-FIT (Intermediate) starts on Tues 3 Feb Our gorgeous coach, Sue Bennett, is passionate about sharing her love for water. Swim-fit is a fantastic compliment to any of Beauty of Exercise’s womens running programs or as a stand alone program.

Our Bexi Trekkers go Wild in Warriewood

January 24, 2015 /0 Comments/in /by

COASTREK 2015 – Our Beauty of Exercise chicks are at it again! This time in the guise of BEXI Trekkers – they will be doing Coastrek, a 55km walk along the northern beaches of Sydney. As part of their challenge, they are required to raise much needed funds for the Fred Hollows Foundation – whose aim is to improve the health of Indigenous Australians and to reduce the cost of eye health care and treatment in developing countries. They are planning a FABULOUS fundraising event and they would love your support: What: Special Movie Event – “WILD”, staring Reese Witherspoon When: Weds 4th Feb, 7pm Where: Warriewood United Cinemas Cost: $25 per ticket – book via http://trybooking.com/GTJz There will also be a raffle and lots of other fantastic prizes to be won! Please support your BEXI team – spread the word and let’s help them over the line – I’ll be there! Good luck gorgeous girls! Kristin Prescott, Lucia Hains, Lisa Bale and Kym Gray.

Anything is possible

January 24, 2015 /0 Comments/in , /by

When you were a kid everything was possible. When you became an adult, you started to fear failure. Our new summer term is all about focussing on being a kid again – dream big dreams, set new goals and believe that anything is possible. The Beauty of Exercise Term 1, 2015 started on Tues 27 Jan with women’s fitness programs at various locations on the Northern Beaches. We’ve planned an exciting new timetable that will inspire you to dream big. Together with our awesome community of coaches and members, we’ll be there to encourage you, challenge you, believe in you, support you and do whatever it takes to help you succeed. To view our latest newsletter please click here.

Fab Friday Flat-run at Church Point

January 23, 2015 /0 Comments/in , /by

If you’re looking for a gorgeous, flat run (maybe one small hill!) then definitely consider Church Point. This morning our Friday Run Club met at Coffee Brothers in Mona Vale then ran to Churchy and back. Super-gorgeous route.  If you’re looking for good coffee, then @Coffee Brothers is it! If you’re looking for a fab running group on the northern beaches, then we’re it…

Thanks for teaching me mummy, I love running now

January 11, 2015 /0 Comments/in /by

I received this beautiful email recently from one of our long term members, Cass Warner. So inspiring! Dear Debbie, I can’t help but share this with you. This morning my son, Brad was getting ready for school and I said “Sports day buddy, put on your sport uniform”. He complained, “Awww no, running. I hate running, we have to run up that really, really big hill and it’s so hard!”. It surprised me at first because Brad loves running when he’s playing, but he doesn’t have a competitive bone in his body and he certainly doesn’t rush anywhere. So I thought about it a bit and remembered how much I hated running at school too, always coming last and hating the hills. Then I thought about all the things Debbie has taught us. So I gave him a really quick little lesson in running up hills, “Don’t look at the top and worry how far there is to go, just take each step as it comes and COUNT. Count to 10 then look up, count to 10 then look up. Don’t worry how far to go, you’ll get to the top quicker if you’re not looking at it, count to 10 and look up.” WELL!! When I picked him up from school, we were chatting and I asked how his day was. He said “Awesome, I got a mini merit!!” I said “Fantastic, what for?” “Running!! I did exactly what you said mummy and it worked really, really well!! I didn’t come last, I ran really fast and I actually beat lots of people and they gave me a mini merit. Thanks for teaching me mummy, I love running now.” Tell you what. My heat melted. Thanks for your tips Deb, they extend further than you could imagine…

What’s your 2015 goal?

January 9, 2015 /0 Comments/in , /by

2015 RACE CALENDAR – if you have a goal to run a 10km, half-marathon, or full-marathon this year and are looking for a community of supportive, inspirational, motivational, passionate and energetic friends – then look no further. Our 2015 race calendar is based on an awesome selection of targeted, flagship races that will challenge and excite you. Our first race is the Australian Running Festival in Canberra in April. Training commences as follows: – 42km: Sat 06 Dec (in progress) – 21km: Sat 17 Jan – 10km: Tue 27 Jan Achieve your 2015 goal – surround yourself with people who believe ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE!