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Coastal Classic – 5 Sept 2020

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Listed as one of Australia’s ‘must-do’ trail runs – the Coastal Classic is a 30km trail run through the Royal National Park (south of Sydney). 

As the world’s second oldest national park (after Yellowstone in USA), the Coastal Classic is a trail run along the coast track from Otford to Bundeena. Offering 30km of trails, beaches, sand and rainforest – this race has a bit of everything, with amazing views to top it off!

The event takes place on Sat 5th September 2020 – with entries opening on Weds 8th April 2020 (9am). The event sells out shortly after opening, so be sure to be online when registration opens.

About our  program

Our 14-week training program kicks off on 6 June 2020. It is aimed at supporting athletes who are looking to attempt a trail running challenge (30km).

Each week we focus on three targeted group training runs – strength, speed and endurance. In addition, the program also includes a strength & mobility session that focuses on functional conditioning to increase muscle strength, mobility, power and endurance.

Our Saturday endurance runs take place on various local trail courses – starting at 30mins and building to 180mins.

 

By far the most valuable part of our program is training with a group of like-minded runners, who are committed, motivated and will push you to scale greater heights.

 

Training starts on Sat 6 June 2020 and is open 12 x participants.

* Program subject to change

What are the pre-requisites?
  • Runners who are consistently running 5-10km
  • Runners looking to attempt their first trail run or already participate in some trail running
  • Runners who are in good health and injury-free
What Gear do I need?

Having the right gear to take on a remote trail run is very important in order to ensure you can enjoy your run, stay safe and get the most out of training.  The most important pieces of kit you need to get started are your trail shoes and a good hydration pack.  Our coaches will guide you in terms of which gear your need and where to purchase it.

What is included in the program?

Figure Eight Pools

  • 14-week online training program
  • 4-weekly group coached training sessions (see above)
  • Race nutrition and recovery – (in collaboration with Mad on Nutrition)
  • Mental skills and strategies
  • Race strategy, tactics and guidance
  • Analysis and feedback on training data
  • Race day logistics
  • Motivational support
  • Access to private online forum
  • Membership of a supportive, like-minded Community
  • FREE BEXI Buff
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.

Your Investment
  • $60 p/week across 14-weeks – (6 June 2020 – 5 Sept 2020)
  • Unlimited weekly group training sessions (see above)
  • Program open to 14 x participants*
  • (*Program subject to numbers)

2019 – Own your Success

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Happy New Year!

We’ve had a wonderful few days away camping in Bright, Victoria. Lots of outdoor activities and much-needed R&R.

I always love to read a good book while on holiday – this year it was Michelle Obama’s ‘Becoming’.  A fabulous read – highly recommend!

One key message that Michelle repeats in her book, and which totally resonates with me, is that: ‘failure is a feeling long before it’s an actual result’.  

This got me thinking about our BEXI focus for 2019. If success is something we want – then we’ve got to own it.

  • It’s about being consistent. Showing up. Creating positive routines. Every day.
  • It’s about supporting others to succeed. Celebrating their achievements, because when we focus on the element of thriving, we all benefit.
  • It’s about thinking big and believing that we can. It creates structure and a game plan, no matter how small the goals are.
  • It’s about applying a positive mindset.  Embracing change. Sharing information.
  • Lastly, it’s about showing gratitude.  For our friends and family who support us. The challenges we face. More appreciation brings more gratitude. Which in turn brings more success into our lives.

Our wish for 2019 is for you all to succeed in whatever you set your hearts on.  We will be there to support you every step of the way. We’re inspired, we’re excited and we cannot wait to get started,

Yours ‘ready to rock 2019’,

~ Debbie & Team BEXI  xoxo

Ready for a Marathon?

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I often get asked “Do you think I can run a marathon?” My answer – “if you can run a half-marathon, you can run a marathon!”  Trust me, this is not a case of me saying…”Rah, rah you can do it if you set your mind to it!” (Which of course is very true.) Marathons are hard! They are humbling. They are physically exhausting. They will break you physically and mentally.

But with the right training and preparation, a marathon is THE most special experience ever. Words cannot express that feeling of crossing the line and achieving something incredibly special. It is something that everyone should experience in their life.

So what does it take to be ready for a marathon? Here are my top-5 tips for considering a marathon:

  • Run consistently for at least a year. Your body is better prepared – it is stronger, more efficient and will be able to adapt to the demands of the sport. On the flipside, if you are starting from a fairly sedentary level, you will be vulnerable to injury that could prevent you from running for months (or years).
  • Commitment. Training for a marathon takes approximately 20 weeks. During which you are running 4-days per week. The days you are not running, you need to focus on strength training.
  • Buy-in from your family. Goes without saying – you will need the support from your family. They will need to be there to cover things for you when you are out training, or let you rest up after a long run. It’s a big ask – but it’s not often you run a marathon.
  • Awareness of the risks. The marathon is a big distance and not to be taken lightly. Injuries are very common. It is important to follow a periodised training program that includes body maintenance (rest days/weeks), strength training and biomechanical check-ups.
  • How bad do you want this? If this is something that you’ve always wanted to do; get excited talking about it; get butterflies in your tummy thinking about it; dream about doing it… then it is definitely a ‘HELL YES’ moment!

You will be a fundamentally changed person. You will discover the marathon is one of the mostlife affirming experiences you’ve ever had.

 

“The marathon was everything I hoped it would be and more! If any of you are thinking about doing a marathon, I would say do it! You will certainly find out what you are made of. The lessons it taught me about determination and perseverance will never be forgotten. If you believe in yourself you can do anything!”

Peita Hillman, New York Marathoner 2016

“What a fabulous run I had yesterday competing in the New York Marathon. I’m so proud to have ticked off one of the world’s major marathons (only 5 left to go). The crowds the entire way were amazing. They really made you feel as though you were a celebrity and their energy was honestly the best! Everyone needs to DO a marathon in their lifetime! Everyone! I finished the race by running past another Aussie in Central Park. I said “C’mon Aussie, we have 2.5kms to go you can’t walk now. Just go left, right, left, right”. We did it! I’m such a proud marathoner! The best bucket list tick ever!”

Sarah Jefferson, New York Marathoner 2016

“Self-belief and hard work got me to the start line. I committed to my tested plan and drew in the energy of the awesome NY crowd.  I was high-5’ing and blowing them kisses. The thrill of the experience is hard to describe as the body and mind were constantly battling each other. Yesterday I ran out of my comfort zone and had the time of my life! I am a marathoner… a very happy one!”

Sue Addison, New York Marathoner 2016 

 

A Big YES!

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I recently overhead an advert on TV that really caught my attention. It was about pursuing our dreams and the journey to achieve them.

The key message was about making sacrifices to achieve what we really want in life.

A big YES is built on a lot of NO’s

Pursuing a dream takes an incredible amount of energy and enthusiasm. So where do we get that energy? By making sacrifices. In order to stay motivated, to stay on the path of realising our dreams, we need to be willing to make little sacrifices.

Below are 5-tips to build towards that big YES:

  • Time management – use your 24hrs wisely, prioritize the important tasks, learn to say ‘no’.
  • Instability – we all like a smooth ride, but life is a rollercoaster of ups and downs. Ride it – embrace the challenges, they make you stronger.
  • Personal Life – work out ways to manage your relationships and friendships. Again, learn to say ‘no’ – you can’t please everyone and sabotage your own goals.
  • Immediate Desires – choosing the easy option is often the temptation, but we have the choice between our immediate desires and those that will propel our dreams forward. Stay true to what is most important to you.
  • Sleep – we all love a few extra hours of sleep (especially when the alarm goes off), but there’s an awesome rewarding feeling when you accomplish what you set out to do — making the lack of a ‘lie-in’ always worth it.

We make these sacrifices as we know they are a short-term and there is an end-goal in mind. We stay focused, we stay committed and we stay true to our goal. And in the end, we reap the reward of achieving our goal. All the sacrifices become worthwhile.

We achieve our dream!