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Tanya – my journey

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Mother’s Day Fun Run – Sun 9 May 2021

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Lake Macquarie Adventure Race – 13 Feb 2021

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If you’re looking for next challenge? Something that’s exhilarating, fun and action-packed?  Come join us as we train for the Maximum Adventure Race in Lake Macquarie on Sat 13 Feb 2021

This event is inclusive of everyone! Designed for teams of two, each team takes on three core disciplines several times during the event – mountain biking, trail training and kayaking. It’s fun, it’s exhilarating and action-packed… at an outdoors scenic location.

Teams can choose between the following courses:

  • Novice Course:  5-15km mountain biking; 3-5km trail running and 1-2km kayaking
  • Classic Course:  15-25km mountain biking; 5-10km trail running and 2-4km kayaking
About our Training Program

To support our BEXI members, we are planning a 5-week training program to train for the various disciplines for this adventure race. Our comprehensive 6-week training program starts on Mon 04 Jan 2021 and will get members fit, strong and ready to embrace this action-packed event. There will be a combination of group training and self-training sessions.

Below is a draft outline of our training program:

Who is this program for?
  • If you’re looking for your next challenge
  • If you’re looking for an event that offers a sense of fun and adventure
  • If you’re looking to attempt a multi-disciplined event
  • If you’re keen to train with friends and have fun getting fit
What is included?
  • 6-week training program
  • Training across running, cycling and kayaking
  • 2 x Kayak training sessions
  • Mental skills and strategies for multi-disciplined events
  • Race nutrition and recovery
  • Motivational support
  • Membership of a supportive, like-minded Community
What is excluded?
What is cost?
  • $50/week (total $300)
  • Mon 04 Jan to Sat 13 Feb 2021 (6-weeks)

 

Jump-into-Summer ’20

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Join us for seven weeks of fresh air, fitness and all-round fun!

Summer-time is here! Time to head outdoors and take on our seven-week Jump-into-Summer ’20 challenge – consisting of workouts, wildcard surprises, super-sessions, prizes and fun. Our goal is to get you feeling fit & fabulous for summer.

How does it work?
  • Challenge starts on Mon 12 Oct and continues through to Sat 28 Nov 2020
  • We will focus on four goals:
    1. Get Fitter – aim to improve your current fitness level (based on a benchmark test)
    2. Get Faster – achieve a PB in your chosen run (5km) or cycle (20km) course
    3. Get Stronger – improve your strength (based on a benchmark circuit)
    4. Build a Healthy Habit – commit to being ‘Consistent’ by attending 3 x weekly sessions (monitored via Training Peaks) 
  • Weekly training sessions include – Running, Bootcamp (Strength & Conditioning), Cycling and Yin Yoga
  • Surprise ‘Wildcard’ challenges will be issued each week (can’t say any more!)
  • Points will be allocated for attending training sessions, completing challenges and achieving goals
  • Prizes will be awarded for most improved, most attended sessions, special Coaches award… and Overall 2020 Winner!
  • Prize-giving concludes at end of challenge on Sat 28 Nov – with a brekkie BBQ
This challenge is for you if you’re looking…
  • to feel energised for summer
  • for a tangible/achievable goal to work towards
  • for someone to hold you accountable
  • to hang out with like-minded, fun-loving friends
  • to have fun while getting fit!
What is the cost?
  • $40 p/wk (across 7-weeks)
  • Includes prizes
  • Guaranteed results (based on tests)
  • Lots of fun!

Friends, sun, sand, and sea, that sounds like the perfect summer to me! 

Spring Challenge 2020

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Join us for seven weeks of fresh air, fitness and all-round fun!

Springtime is here! Time to head outdoors and take on our seven-week Spring Challenge 2020 – consisting of workouts, wildcard surprises, super-sessions, prizes and fun. Our goal is to get your feeling fit & fabulous for summer.

How does it work?
  • Challenge starts on Mon 12 Oct to Sat 28 Nov 2020
  • We will focus on three goals:
    • Get Faster – achieve a PB in your chosen run (5km) or cycle (20km) course
    • Get Stronger – improve your strength based on a benchmark circuit
    • Build a Healthy Habit – commit to being ‘Consistent’ by attending 3 x weekly training sessions
  • Weekly training sessions include:
    • Running – Mon | Thurs | Sat
    • Bootcamp – Tues
    • Cycling – Weds | Fri | Sat
    • Yin Yoga – Tues (pm)
  • Surprise ‘Wildcard’ challenges will be issued each week (can’t say any more!)
  • Points will be allocated for attending training sessions, completing challenges and achieving goals
  • Prizes will be awarded for most improved, most attended sessions and a special Coaches award
  • Prize-giving concludes at end of challenge on Sat 28 Nov – with a brekkie BBQ
Who is this challenge for?
  • You’re looking to reignite your fitness Mojo
  • You’re looking for a tangible/achievable goal to work towards
  • You’re looking for someone to be accountable to
  • You’re looking to hang out with like-minded, fun-loving friends
  • You’re willing to commit to 7-weeks of fresh air, fitness and fun!
What is the cost?
  • $40 p/wk (across 7-weeks)
  • Includes prizes
  • Guaranteed results & lots of fun!