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2-Week Reset Program

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To say that this year has gone a little differently than we might have expected is an understatement.

With the coronavirus shutdown affecting all of us – from work, to home-schooling – we have all had to adjust our lifestyles. It has been a particularly stressful time, which has had many of us turning to bad habits.

 

Our 2-week Reset Program will help you get back on track and feel fabulous!  

 

We have teamed up with qualified Naturopathic Nutritionist, Tamara Madden (Mad on Nutrition), to provide you with the knowledge and tools to support you remove these bad habits and get back on track.

What is included in the program?
  • 2 week meal plan – including all recipes and shopping list
  • 30min ZOOM educational session each week (Weds 8pm)
    • Week one: Moderating Habits and Sleep
      We take a look at ways to moderate or shift some bad habits around alcohol, sugar and chocolate. We also look at the importance of sleep and how it affects your mood, weight, and overall well-being.
    • Week two: Routines, Planning and Macro Balance
      We will look at ways to make healthy eating easy everyday, ways to manage weight, and what your plate should look like.
  •  1 tub of Thermophase Essentials Powder – an excellent pea protein-based supplement to help curb cravings and hunger (the product is made by Metagenics, it is practioner-grade, valued at $86)
How the program will work?

Each Friday we will send you a weekly meal plan with the recipes and shopping list. The plan starts on a Monday – so you have time to get organised on the weekend. The meals will include breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. It will be a balance of carbs/protein/fat. Week one will be starting on Monday 22 June (plan sent Friday 19 June). 

Our 30min ZOOM education sessions will take place on Wednesdays at 8pm (24 June and 1 July).

Benefits of the Program
  • Shift bad habits – alcohol, sugar & chocolate
  • Manage emotional eating
  • Manage meal planning
  • Improve gut health
  • Sleep better and regain energy
  • Manage anxiety and stress levels
  • Support busy lifestyles
What is the cost?
  • $160 – all the above INCL. protein supplement
  • $80 – all the above EXCL. protein supplement
  • BEXI Gold member discount 10%

Registration closes on Weds 17 June 2020!

 

Spring Wellness Progam

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Our Spring Wellness Program is designed to help you learn about the key aspects of a lifestyle that will have a huge impact on your health and wellbeing – leaving you feeling Healthy, Happy & Connected.

 

“I believe that when we are healthier, we are happier because when we feel better, we live more.”
~ Dr Chatterjee, Star of the hit BBC One series ‘Doctor in the House’

 

This 6-week program will take you on a journey of education and inspiration as we share our knowledge and expertise in supporting you improve your overall health. We will be offering you daily lifestyle practices to support your journey towards a Healthy, Happy & Connected life.  This will include a toolbox of practical resources which will help you take control of your day-to-day wellbeing.

We have teamed up with top qualified Naturopathic Nutritionist, Tamara Madden (Mad on Nutrition), to provide you with the knowledge and tools to support an ongoing Healthy, Happy & Connected relationship with food.  Our goal is to empower women to make conscious choices about living a healthy lifestyle on a daily basis.

What is included in the program?

  • 2 x face-to-face Consultations with qualified Naturopathic Nutritionist to discuss your individual nutrition goals (Balgowlah)
  • 2 x Body Composition tests – one at the start of the program and one at the end, to compare the changes
  • Weekly ‘Spring’ meal plans and shopping lists – family-friendly and easy to prepare
  • Weekly ‘Spring’ recipes – breakfast, lunch, dinner & healthy snacks
  • Weekly ‘Health Spotlight’ – educational videos from qualified Naturopathic Nutritionist
  • Weekly holistic practices – including meditation, self-care, sleep, exercise, relaxation, ‘day-free’ detox options
  • Weekly mindset tips for encouragement and support throughout the program
  • Weekly online support & FAQ from Naturopathic Nutritionist
  • Access to private online forum where you will be supported to live a Healthy, Happy & Connected life

Additional Bonuses!

  • Weekly Stretch & Mobility class – exclusive to Spring Wellness Program members (Fridays 6.00-6.30am)
  • Guest ‘Spotlight Speaker’ – leading holistic teacher who will share techniques about a particular holistic tool to support a Healthy, Happy & Connected life

Benefits of the Program

  • Improve self-esteem & confidence levels
  • Balance anxiety and stress levels
  • Control weight challenges
  • Improve gut health | irritable bowel syndrome
  • Sleep better and regain energy
  • Lower blood pressure
  • Improve immune system
  • Support busy lifestyles

Who is this suitable for?

  • Women looking to establish a Healthy, Happy & Connected lifestyle
  • Women who struggle to maintain a healthy relationship with food
  • Women who need support and guidance through the maze of ‘healthy’ food choices
  • Women who are busy and need a weekly family-friendly meal plan, with shopping list
  • Women who need the discipline and motivational support to stay on track
  • Women who need the accountability of a fabulous supportive community
  • Women who are looking for stress-free meal times suitable for the whole family

Why participate? Hear from our past attendees…

 

Importance of meal plans

“I have absolutely loved the food! I’ve learned that I need to plan my meals, especially lunch and snacks. If I’m disorganised with these my day goes pear-shaped (or worse!).  This has been the longest I’ve gone without Cadbury (and we’ve been very good friends in the past!). I’m going to keep up the meal plans and prep and all those recipes will be added to the repertoire.”
~ Kym Gray
Enjoy cooking again

“Who knew for the first time in my life I would be taking lunch to work every day, drinking more water, cutting the carbs, cutting the afternoon coffee, no bananas, alcohol (mostly) one night a week. The best, most unexpected thing, was enjoying cooking again and trying new things. Mostly loving having the kids help out, and also getting a real kick out of seeing and learning from all of you.”
~ Kate Blix
Support from group

“The program has re-energised our meal plans & provided some much needed motivation to get more organised for my lunches (& food over the weekend) and to make more home cooked lunch box food for the kids. There have been so many meals that will go into our repertoire moving forward. I have loved knowing that the group were there to support me & keep me motivated.”
~ Kaye Chan

Registration

Register today and secure your special ‘Wellness’ offer – only $63 per week:

Or take advantage of our Term 4 Summer Bundles, should you wish to mix ‘n’ match our Term 4 programs.

Women’s Winter Wellness Program – 7 May to 29 June 2018

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We are super-excited to announce that we have teamed up with top qualified Naturopathic Nutritionist, Tamara Madden (Mad on Nutrition), to launch our Women’s Winter Wellness Program. Tamara offers and abundance of knowledge and a true desire to support women regain their energy and vitality.

This 8-week program will take you on a journey of education and inspiration as we share our knowledge and expertise into supporting you improve your overall health. Be it weight loss, increased energy levels or specific health issues – we will help you understand the importance of good nutrition and how it impacts your day-to-day performance.

It is not uncommon to feel frustrated about our overall health leading into winter. We become consumed with our thoughts and actions, which in turn affects our self-esteem and confidence. 

“When life gets busy, the organisation and planning goes out the window and I find myself resorting to takeaway or bad choices.”
“I am constantly tired, with bags under my eyes and allergies – can’t seem to work out where I am going wrong!”
“Every Monday starts with good intentions.  Most weeks I’m reaching for the wrong things by Tuesday.”

What is included in the program?

  • Body composition tests (x 2) with qualified Naturopathic Nutritionist:  – First appointment (start of program) – 45min test, personal nutrition guidance and set some wellness goals; – Second appointment (end of program) – 30min test, compare to see the changes
  • Nutrition guidance/tuition talks (group environment) plus weekly educational updates from qualified Naturopathic Nutritionist
  • Weekly family-friendly meal plans, recipes and shopping lists
  • Weekly mindset lessons
  • ‘Reward Yourself’ booklet with healthy ways to celebrate your successes which won’t derail your plan
  • Willpower tips and motivational charts to keep at your finger tips, regular accountability check-ins
  • Access to private online forum and buddy system where you will be supported through the 8-week program
Tamara Madden will discuss your individual nutrition plan based on your goals, activity level and body type. You will get a good understanding on how the macro-nutrients work in the body as well as the importance of the hormones in your metabolism and develop the right nutrition plan for long-term weight loss and healthy body.

Our goal is to empower and inspire women to take charge of their health and happiness. 

Benefits of the Program

  • Boost your energy levels
  • Lose weight
  • Improve your gut health
  • Balance your mood and stress levels
  • Improve sleep
  • Improve immune system
  • Support busy lifestyles
  • Improve your sporting performance
  • Realistic and sustainable

Who is this suitable for?

  • Women looking to change their lifestyles and re-establish their health and wellbeing goals
  • Women who need support and guidance through the maze of food choices
  • Women who are busy and need a weekly family-friendly meal plan, with shopping list
  • Women who need the mental and motivational support to stay on track
  • Women who need the accountability of a fabulous supportive community
  • Women who are looking for stress-free meal times suitable for the whole family

Why you should participate?

  • We truly believe that the 8-week Women’s Winter Wellness Program is a great opportunity to change your lifestyle and re-establish your health and wellbeing goals
  • Education is a key factor of the program – Tamara Madden will share her wealth of knowledge so that you can better understand the why’s and how’s of doing things
  • We are also driven by motivation – knowing that there are other women in similar positions to you, makes you feel supported and inspired throughout the program

FREE Bonuses!

Register by 30 April 2018 and receive 3 x free bonus offerings:

  • Women’s Winter Wellness Program e-book of the entire 8-week program
  • ‘Protein-Packed Snack’ e-book to help keep you fuelled
  • 101 Ways to Lose Weight – Teresa Cutter, The Healthy Chef

Early Bird Offer! 

Register by 30 April 2018 and secure your special Early Bird offer:

Standard price from 1 May 2018 – $400 or two-instalments of $205
♥ Exclusive ‘Unlimited 2-Term’ Member Offer – qualify for 25% discount as part of your ‘Unlimited Membership’. 

Registrations CLOSED – we are FULLY BOOKED!

8-Week Nutrition Program

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We are thrilled to be partnering again with Renata Malinauskas, qualified Dietitian and Personal Trainer at Renata Fitness and Nutrition, for her latest (& revised) 8-week nutrition program that kicks off on 13 February 2017.

This is a great way to commit to changing your lifestyle and re-establish your health and wellbeing goals for the year ahead.

What do you get?

A personalised nutrition assessment that will include the following:

  • One hour consultation – Renata will discuss your current state of health, medical history, lifestyle habits, daily routine and health goals
  • Body composition analysis (optional) – includes body fat analysis, muscle mass analysis and circumferences
  • Personalised nutrition plan – aligned with your goals and lifestyle routine
  • One reassessment – after 4 weeks (via Skype) and one final face-to-face assessment.

Renata will design your individual customised nutrition plan based on your goals, activity level and body type. You will get a good understanding on how the macro-nutrients work in the body as well as the importance of the hormones in your metabolism and develop the right nutrition plan for long-term weight loss and healthy body.

Plus more…!

  • 8-week meal plan (incl. vegetarian option) – with easy, simple and delicious low carb nutritious recipes
  • Over 100 recipes – main meals and snacks
  • Meals delivered to your door at a special price (optional)
  • Weekly videos and posts on different topics to support your progress
  • Online forum to exchange information and ideas with other participants

Benefits of the Program

  • Boost your energy levels
  • Lose weight
  • Improve your digestion
  • Balance your mood and stress levels
  • Sleep better
  • Change your lifestyle for good

It’s a lifestyle, not a crash diet. We cover a range of wellness topics, focusing on long-term changes. Rewire your habits to make healthy eating and living enjoyable forever.

Gut Health

Your gut is not just your belly or your waist line – it’s the gateway to the health of your brain and immune system. Gut health is the primary focus on this program – you will learn and understand all about the importance of a healthy gut.

Mindset

One of the most fundamental building block of nutritional metabolism is neither vitamin, mineral, nor molecule. It’s the sum total of our innermost thoughts and feelings about what we eat.  Working on strategies to remain positive and away of self-judgement will also bring incredible results!

Meal Plans

These comprise simple, nutrient-dense and delicious meals, with minimal preparation and kitchen time. They are all:

  • Whole food based
  • Gluten free
  • Sugar free
  • Free from poor quality fats
  • Free from poor quality dairy

Why you should participate?

  • We truly believe that the 8-week nutrition program is a great opportunity to change your lifestyle and re-establish your health and wellbeing goals.
  • Motivation is also one of the key factors of the program. Knowing that there are more people involved and that you’ll be able to connect with Renata and others and any time makes you feel supported and motivated throughout the program.

Investment

Register!

Contact Renata to book your initial assessment ahead of the start of the program – Renata Fitness & Nutrition or call 0450 951 398.

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!

My top 5’s of becoming 50

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I came across a video clip earlier this week which got me thinking about age.  I’m close to 50 – which is a pretty big deal. Or is it?!  For me, it’s just another year wiser. Of course there are many things to celebrate by reaching a half-century – but there are also many more things to look forward to in the second half of our lives. I felt inspired to share with you my positives and not-so-positives of approaching 50:

Top-5-positives
  • I feel more confident about life in general
  • I have learnt many value lessons in life (let’s say, there’s been many storms endured)
  • I am a better athlete than when I was in my 30’s – my mind is much stronger
  • I am able to reinvent myself by learning new things – there’s so much to learn in life
  • I am inspired and motivated to chase new dreams (#ComradesMarathon – it’s out there now!)
Top-5-not-so-positives
  • Sleeping late is a thing of the past  – try as I may!
  • 2 glasses of wine is my limit – that, or I suffer the worse hangover the next day
  • I have to work out doubly-hard to maintain the results that didn’t seem so hard to obtain in my 30s
  • Hot flushes, once reserved for secret crushes, are now a frequent occurrence – clearly I now have many secret crushes
  • Week night socials are limited to 9pm – or there’s a high risk of turning into a pumpkin!

On the whole, the positives definitely outweigh the not-so-positives.  So why am I sharing this with you? Well… I want you to know that getting older doesn’t mean that we need to slow down; it doesn’t mean that we must stop dreaming; and it certainly doesn’t mean that we should stop setting new goals.

It DOES mean that we should look forward to the second half of our lives – embrace every new opportunity. 

As soon as we feel too old to do a thing – we must do it! 

 

Good life

Ouch… my back hurts!

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I hear this all too often. What starts off as a dull ache, then soon becomes an accepted part of our day-to-day lifestyles… until finally the pain becomes unbearable. This should never be the case!

Our backs are one of the most important components of the human body. So when I hear of clients who are struggling with back pain, I really want to stress the importance of looking after our bodies – hence today’s blog.

What are the main causes of lower back pain?

  • Daily lifestyles – picking up kids, moving heavy objects, physical labour (lifting, pushing, pulling, etc.)
  • Sedentary lifestyle – lack of movement to strengthen & nourish the spine, soft tissues and ligaments
  • Poor posture – slouching in a chair over-stretches the spinal ligaments
  • Stress – poor sleep, diet and little exercise causes muscle tightness
  • Poor training techniques – performing exercises incorrectly will affect your lower back

By the time we reach middle age (40yr+), our bone strength, muscle elasticity and muscle tone have started to decline. The discs in our spine become drier and less flexible, making them less able to cushion our vertebrae. Which makes it all the more important to take greater care of our backs and nourish their wellbeing.

How should we relieve our lower back pain?

  • Prevention – by avoiding placing undue pressure/weight on our backs
  • Regular exercise – to strengthen and nourish our spine, soft tissues and ligaments
  • Foam rolling – our thoracic spine, glutes, hamstrings (avoid lower back)
  • Pilates/yoga – to improve strength, flexibility and suppleness

I’ve included a few simple stretches and strength-building moves designed to support your back and help relieve pain. These exercises should be part of a regular program to help strengthen our backs. We’ve got one body and a whole lot of living to do — let’s look after ourselves.

Nurture, nourish, exercise and strengthen our bodies – it will love you for a very long time.

Debbie Solms
Run Coach | Personal Trainer

Lower Back Exercises and Stretches

Spinal twist Hip Flexor Knee to chest
Plank Cobra Back Exercises