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Lake Macquarie Adventure Race – 13 Feb 2021
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:
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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)
SMH Half-Marathon – Sun 17 May 2020
Join us for a beautiful Sunday morning run as we take part in one of Australia’s largest running events – the SMH Half Marathon on Sun 17 May 2020. Bring a friend and take in the sights of Sydney – incl. Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Royal Botanic Gardens and much more.
The event is inclusive for everyone! Bring your buddy and enter the relay distance – 11km for 1st runner and 10km for 2nd runner. By inviting a friend to train with you, not only will you have someone to motivate you – you’ll also have someone to push you harder, hold you accountable and… importantly, have a laugh throughout your 12-week journey.
About our Program
Our 12-week training program starts on Sat 29 Feb 2020 and focuses on supporting those who are training for the relay or the half-marathon events. We train together as a team – as this offers greater team camaraderie and higher levels of motivation. Our comprehensive training program is structured around face-to-face coached sessions – ensuring you are supported every step of the way and progress injury free.
Run training consists of 3 x weekly group training sessions, which take place on the Northern Beaches. Our long runs rotate among various locations – which keeps things fresh and interesting.
| * BONUS! When you sign up for our SMH Half-Marathon program, you are invited to join our Strength-FIT training for the duration of the training program. |
Who is this program for?
- You want to experience the atmosphere and take part in the relay
- You want to try a half-marathon for the first time
- You want to improve your previous half-marathon
- You want to train with friends and have fun getting fit
What is included?
- 12-week online training program (with Training Peaks)
- 35-plus x coached sessions
- Access to weekly Strength-FIT training*
- Mental skills and strategies
- Race nutrition and recovery
- Motivational support
- Access to private online forum
- Membership of a supportive, like-minded Community
- Glass of bubbles at the finish!
What is excluded?
Program Prerequisites
We are committed to supporting and encouraging all who participate in our programs, whilst keeping the health and safety of our members a priority. Please view our program prerequisites for a guideline of our baseline requirements, or speak to Debbie Solms about your journey.
About our Coaches
Our qualified coaches bring a vast level of experience in the sport of endurance running and strength & conditioning. Between them, they have completed ultra-marathons, marathons, half-marathons, trail marathons and much more.
Your Investment Options
- Gold Membership – $55/week across 12-weeks (29 Feb to 17 May 2020)
- Access to all the above coached sessions
- Program based on 12 x participants (subject to numbers)
SMH Half-Marathon 2019
Kurnell Sprint Triathlon – 24 Nov 2019
New to triathlon? Or secretly keen to give triathlon a go? We have the perfect one for you – the Kurnell Sprint. Swim in Botany Bay, ride through the Kamay National Park and run an amazing piece of Sydney parkland.
Our 10-week training program is aimed at supporting the beginner/novice triathlete set a goal of participating in Sydney’s must-do triathlon – the Kurnell Sprint on Sunday 24 November 2019. We offer a supportive environment, where members feel encouraged, motivated and very much part of our BEXI (Beauty of Exercise) family.
We train together as a team, as this offers a great sense of camaraderie between fellow triathlete buddies. Most of our training sessions are coached sessions, however there are a few sessions that will need to be completed on your own (or with your buddies).
Training starts on Sat 21 Sept 2019 and is limited to 12 x members.
* Program subject to change
Can I really do a Sprint Triathlon?
We are committed to supporting and encouraging all members who are keen to participate in our programs. As a guideline, we have set some prerequisites to support your journey.
Do I need to be a good Swimmer?
Most beginner triathletes are not particularly good swimmers. If you can swim between 400m continuously in the ocean pool, then you have the foundation for progressing to open water swimming. Our BEXI Swim Coach will introduce you to open-water swim skills, including breathing techniques, form and endurance building. The biggest surprise for beginner triathletes is that they learn to love swimming. On the Northern Beaches, we have access to the best beaches for open water swimming.
What Gear do I need?
You don’t need to spend a bunch of money on triathlon-specific gear to do a triathlon. The most important thing about the gear you use for a triathlon is comfort. The biggest investment is your bicycle. Most beginner triathletes use a hybrid or mountain bike for their first triathlon. You can then progress to an entry-level road bike – after which your love-affair for a fancy-pants road bike will begin. We’ve compiled a beginners-list of the gear you need for each discipline.
What is included?
- 10-week online training program
- 40 x coached training sessions
- 1 x race simulation session
- Mental skills and strategies
- Race nutrition and recovery
- Race 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
What is excluded?
- Race entry fee
- Learn-to-Swim Program (optional) – choose from Level 1 or Level 2
- Learn-to-Cycle Program (optional) – choose from Level 1 or Level 2
- BEXI Tri-Suit (optional) – orders must be placed by Fri 27 Sept 2019
About our Coaches
Our coaches are qualified across the sport of triathlon – swim, bike and run. Each coach has unique experience in competing in triathlons (across various distances), as well as taking part in the ITU Age-Group World Championships.
Your Investment
- $50 p/week across 10-weeks – (21 Sept to 24 Nov 2019)
- Unlimited weekly group training sessions (swim, bike, run, strength)
- Payable weekly, fortnightly or monthly – you choose
- Program limited to 12 x participants
City2Surf Fun Run – Sun 12 Aug 2018
Be part of the world’s largest fun run! Join 80,000 participants as you start at Hyde Park and finish at the world famous and spectacular Bondi Beach.
The City2Surf 14km course has become one of the most loved and largest community events in the world. Widely recognised as a ‘bucket-list’ item for runners of all levels. The Telegraph listed the event as one of the 16 Great Running Races Around the World.
Training Program
We are delighted to be offering a fun and enjoyable 8-week training program to build you up and get you fit and strong for this iconic fun run. We will meet once a week for a group training session – focusing on technique, speed and stamina. You will then be required to complete 2 x individual training sessions – focusing on stamina and endurance. This program is all about having fun while training for a goal. BONUS! Bring your kids and train together (12yrs+) – kids train for FREE!
Our qualified coaches provide a supportive training environment to progress your running from 5km to 14km. Our BEXI philosphy is based on fun, fitness and friendship – which is very evident in our group training sessions. We offer encouragement, motivation, accountability for showing up and a great sense of camaraderie between fellow running buddies.
Weekly Training Timetable
Option A – training starts Sat 16 June 2018:
- Tue – Foundation Run (Individual)
- Thur – Endurance Run (Individual)
- Sat 8.30am – Run Intervals (Group Training) – Jamieson Park, Narrabeen
Option B (Mums) – training starts Wed 20 June 2018:
- Mon – Foundation Run (Individual)
- Weds 9.15am – Run Intervals (Group Training) – Jamieson Park, Narrabeen
- Fri – Endurance Run (Individual)
What is included?
- Structured 8-week training plan
- Weekly face-to-face coached group training session – technique, speed & stamina
- Analysis and feedback on training data
- Race nutrition and recovery
- Race tactics and guidance
- Race day logistics
- Motivational support
- Access to private online forum
- Membership of a supportive, like-minded Community
- BONUS! Kids 12yrs+ train FREE!
What is excluded?
Your investment |
| 8-week training program – $280 ⇒ Register now! |
| NEW! Join with a friend – $200 each ⇒ Register now! |
| BONUS! Kids 12yrs+ train FREE! |
Runners World lists City2Surf in their ‘20 Races to do before you Die‘
Sydney Running Festival 2018 – 16 Sept 2018
Run one of the world’s most scenic running event in the world! Taking in the iconic Harbour Bridge and finishing at the stunning Sydney Opera House.
The Blackmores Sydney Running Festival is our most popular training event on the race calendar. We love it because it offers a truly spectacular race course – from running across the Harbour Bridge, through the historical Royal Botanic Gardens, around the gorgeous Centennial Parklands, and finishing on the steps of the archetypal Sydney Opera House.
Regularly voted as one of the most beautiful cities in the world – this event is definitely one for your bucket-list!
We are delighted to be offering face-to-face training programs to prepare you for this amazing event. Distances vary across the Marathon 42.2km, Half-Marathon 21.1km and the Bridge Run 10km. Each program starts with building a solid foundation, we then incorporate strength, speed and endurance. Our end-goal is to ensure you are at the start line in peak form, ready to achieve your personal goal.
Race Distance |
Program |
Training Starts |
| Marathon 42.2km | 16 weeks | 26 May 2018 |
| Half-Marathon 21.1km | 12 weeks | 23 June 2018 |
| Bridge Run 10km | 8-weeks | 21 July 2018 |
Training Programs – Marathon & Half-Marathon
Our programs are built around 4 x weekly face-to-face coached training sessions. We start with building a solid foundation, we then incorporate strength, speed and endurance. Our end-goal is to ensure you are at the start line in peak form, ready to achieve your personal goal.
NEW! We are 100% committed to supporting your journey – as such, we are thrilled to be offering you a FREE strength & conditioning program included in this package. Weekly sessions will focus on functional conditioning movements designed to increase your muscle strength, power and endurance.
We train together as a team, as this offers encouragement, motivation, accountability for showing up and a great sense of camaraderie between fellow running buddies. Training programs are prepared in periodised blocks and provided via Training Peaks. This allows us to provide individual plans that best suits your needs and goals, as well as giving us the feedback and analysis tools we need.
Our qualified coaches bring a vast level of experience in the sport of endurance running. Between them, they have completed ultra-marathons, marathons, half-marathons, trail marathons and much more.
Weekly Training Timetable (Mon to Sat) – Marathon & Half-Marathon Programs
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Tues
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Thur |
Sat
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Strength |
Run – Intervals |
Run – Strength |
Run – Endurance |
| 5:45-6:30am, Narrabeen |
5:45-7:00am, Collaroy |
5:45-7:00am, Collaroy |
5.45am-8:00am, Various |
| Coached conditioning program focuses on strengthening muscles and joints to help improve athletic performance. | Coached run session focusing on technique, speed and stamina. | Coached run session focusing on technique, strength and stamina. | Coached run session focusing on technique, stamina and endurance. |
What is included for Marathon & Half-Marathon Programs?
- Periodised training plan based on your race distance (12-16 weeks)
- 4 x weekly face-to-face coached group training sessions – conditioning, speed, strength & endurance
- NEW! Strength and conditioning program
- Analysis and feedback on training data
- Goal setting
- Mental skills and strategies
- Race nutrition and recovery
- Race tactics and guidance
- Monthly face-to-face program review meetings
- Race weekend logistics
- Motivational support
- Access to private online forum
- Membership of a supportive, like-minded Community
What is included for 10km Bridge Run Program?
- Periodised training plan based on your 10km distance (8-weeks)
- Weekly face-to-face coached group training sessions (Sat 8.30am) – conditioning, speed, strength & endurance
- Goal setting
- 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
What is excluded?
Your Investment |
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Race Distance |
Investment |
Instalments |
Register |
| Marathon 42.2km | $480 | 3 x $165/pm | Register now! |
| Half-Marathon 21.1km | $400 | 3 x $135/pm) | Register now! |
| 10km Race-FIT | $220 | 2 x $115/pm) | Register now! |
“When you’re surrounded by people who share a passionate commitment around a common purpose, anything is possible!”
BEXI Achievers 2017
At the end of each year, we get together to celebrate the successes of our BEXI athletes. It’s a time to reflect on all the events that we’ve taken part over the year and toast those who have worked hard to achieve their goals. 2017 was a busy year – so at the outset, I’d like to congratulate every BEXI member for stepping out of your comfort zones and committing to some pretty amazing goals.
Huge congrats to our our top 2017 achievers:
- Most Improved BEXI Athlete 2017 – Ann Velthuis
This very shy, quiet young lady, joined our BEXI team in 2016. She had a few niggles she was working on, but she turned up every week for every session. Her speed improved, her fitness improved, her confidence improved… and all of a sudden she was taking on the Level 2 training with the other girls. Huge congrats to Ann Velthuis for her tenacity to keep trying. You are a true inspiration Ann.
- Most Determined BEXI Athlete 2017 – Roslyn Meyer
Without a doubt, this lady is truly deserving of this award. Her commitment and drive to focus on her goal was outstanding. She set her heart and soul on her New York marathon and made many sacrifices along the way. She never missed a training session, she was always motivated, she trained hard and she inspired so many around her. Roslyn Meyer you were 100% determined to achieve your first marathon goal – it was an honour to support you on the sidelines. Well done!
- Most Inspirational BEXI Athlete 2017 – Sue Naylor
This BEXI athlete has absolutely blossomed this year. She started off with a half-marathon this year. Feeling a little deflated, she decided to focus on shorter distances for a while — that was until she was talked into trying a triathlon. Thinking it was a good idea, she bought a hybrid bike… and the rest, as they say, is history. Huge congrats to Sue Naylor, for absolutely embracing her new-found passion of triathlon and being so completely focused and committed. Sue has truly flourished right before our eyes. Well done Sue!
- Most Outstanding BEXI Athlete 2017 – Vicky Dawkins
This BEXI Athlete’s list of achievements is vast! She never stops. It is exhausting just reading the list of all the activities she has done this year. Suffice to say, this lady is determined to achieve. She continually pushes herself out of her comfort zone, never quits – even when the going gets tough. Is supportive of her BEXI buddies around her – and often inspires them to join the journey with her. Outstanding effort Vicky Dawkins.
BEXI Ambassador 2018 – Kaye Chan
Each year we recognise a very special BEXI athlete who lives and breathes our BEXI values. She supports other members, inspires those around her, motivates others to achieve their goals, leads by example, lives a balanced life, is a great community-player. Not only is this person committed to developing herself, she is also committed to helping others and their communities.
This particular person often sacrifices her training to support others. She will willingly volunteer to support others, often making plans to meet up and train together. She will gladly put her hand up to lead our 5km runners, to co-ordinate training programs, to manage logistics for various programs… and so much more.
This special lady is selfless and absolutely thrives on supporting others. We are indeed very privileged to have this person as a very key member of our community. Congratulations to Kaye Chan on being our BEXI Ambassador for 2018.
Special mention goes to some key BEXI community members for working hard to fulfill their personal dreams:
- Canberra Marathon – Louise Grigg and Dee Fitzgerald
- Diamond Women’s Triathlon – Kate Marshall
- Ironman 70.3 Cairns – Michelle Nicholas
- Gold Coast Marathon – Hannetjie Brooks
- Gold Coast 10km – Nicole Woolley
- Blackmores Sydney Half-Marathon – Kasey McKee
- Long Course Weekend Triathlon – Vicky Dawkins
- New York Marathon – Roslyn Meyer and Hannetjie Brooks
- Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney – Kaye Chan
- Most BEXI Medals and Best BEXI Cheerleaders – Keiren Barham & Sue Naylor
- Best BEXI Refreshments Supporter – Plezi Brennan
Congratulations on an absolutely outstanding 2017 – feeling very excited about 2018. We have a huge calendar of events for 2018 – can’t wait to get going.
Surround yourself with Royals
What an absolutely incredible morning! I feel truly humbled, inspired and motivated – hence the blog.
It started at 6am with our BEXI runners heading off for their Saturday long run training for Blackmores Running Festival. The morning was lighter and the temps were perfect for running – that feeling of Spring was in the air. I parked up at Billarong Reserve to greet our runners with fuel/refreshments for their long run. While waiting I bumped into 2 lovely ladies who were preparing for their long run – they were off to do 32km in training for their Berlin Marathon. Lesley Wilson (Mosman) and Jude O’Shea (Balgowlah).
Obviously we got chatting about Berlin – which then soon became a conversation about all the marathons they have run — New York, Athens, Chicago, London, Boston, etc. Wow!!! Inspired and energised about all their accomplishments, the conversation rapidly flowed about their experiences with each marathon:
- New York – the supporters across the various boroughs. Choral singers in Harlem, Hip Hop rappers in the Bronx, silence in the Jewish Quarter.
- Boston – the bomb going off after Lesley crossed the line. The shock, the bewilderment, the camaraderie of the running community. *
- Athens – the basic fuel stations (in the early days). From buckets of water to dip into, to sponges soaked in water, to coke. This was Jude’s first marathon – she smashed it in 3.08.
- London – the amazing atmosphere! Bumping into Will and Kate, stopping to take selfies. Then having friends send you pics of you taking a selfie with the royals – too funny! (That’s Lesley in the pic to the right.)
- Kona – Jude turned to triathlon for a while and competed at Kona twice! She then went off to have 4 x children (!), and is now coming back to running – for the enjoyment.
All such humble, passionate, beautiful stories and covered this in a space of 10mins – while warming up. Oh… and the other amazing fact was that Lesley did not know about Narrabeen Lake! This morning was her first run around the lake.
Such a beautiful experience! I love surrounding myself with these amazing people and such an incredible community.
You are… the people you surround yourself with!
* If you haven’t watched the movie documentary about the Boston bombing – watch it!
Blackmores Sydney Running Festival 2017
The run that’s for everyone! Join your family for the 3.5km Family Fun Run, or join forces with your running buddy for the newly certified 10km Bridge Run. Take it to the next level and sign up for the Sydney Half Marathon, OR… if you’re looking for a pretty damn special goal, commit to the Sydney Marathon.
Whatever your goal, we’ve built face-to-face training programs to support you take on the Blackmores Sydney Running Festival on Sun 17 Sept 2017. The course is flatter, faster, takes in the iconic Harbour Bridge and finishes at the stunning Sydney Opera House.
Our community is built on supporting each other achieve our goals. We surround ourselves with like-minded friends who motivate and inspire us along the way. Our programs are tailored to start where we’re at, progressing gradually – with the key goal to get us to the start line in full fitness and injury-free.
Our Programs |
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| Race Distance | Training Program | Training Starts |
| Sydney Marathon 42.2km | 16 weeks | 27 May 2017 |
| Sydney Half-Marathon 21.1km | 12 weeks | 24 June 2017 |
| Sydney Bridge Run 10km | 10-weeks | 08 July 2017 |
Our Training
Our programs are built around 3 x weekly coached training sessions focusing on speed, strength and endurance. We train together as a team, as this offers encouragement, motivation, accountability for showing up and a great sense of camaraderie between fellow running buddies. Training programs are prepared in periodised blocks and provided via Training Peaks. This allows us to provide individual plans that best suits your needs and goals, as well as giving us the feedback and analysis tools we need. Our aim is to progresses you gradually, so that you train safely and without injury.
What is included?
- Periodised training plan based on your race distance
- 3 x weekly face-to-face coached group session – speed, strength & endurance training
- Analysis and feedback on training data
- Goal setting
- Mental skills and strategies
- Race nutrition and recovery
- Race tactics and guidance
- Motivational support
- Access to private online forum
- Membership of a supportive, like-minded community
What is excluded?
- Race entry fee
- Travel, accommodation and meals
- BEXI technical race singlet
OUR COMMITMENT! We are 100% committed to making sure you line up on the start line feeling fit, healthy and injury-free. Which is why we are offering participants of this program, the option of joining our Strength-FIT program for the reduced price of only $12 per session. Commit to a 10-week Strength-FIT program for only $120 (vs $200 as standalone program).
Your Investment |
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| Program | Investment | + Strength-FIT |
| 42km Race-FIT | $420 (3 x $145/pm) | $540 (3 x $182/pm) |
| 21km Race-FIT | $360 (3 x $125/pm) | $480 (3 x $162/pm) |
| 10km Race-FIT | $300 (2 x $155/pm) | $420 (3 x $142/pm) |
Sign up for Sydney’s iconic running festival – REGISTER TODAY! |
My Happy Blog!
Today I felt like writing a happy blog. Simply because I am filled with an immense amount of happiness based on what our BEXI team has achieved over the past few months. Also… because there’s a special something to celebrate.
Firstly, to share some of my happy-beans:
- Our Tri-FIT team achieving their first sprint triathlon;
- Our Race-FIT teams achieving their half-marathon and marathon goals in Canberra, Sydney & Great Ocean Road;
- One very special team member who ‘quietly’ achieved her first half-marathon on her own;
- Others for stepping out of their comfort zones to complete their first 5km parkrun, endurance trail run, and organised cycle ride;
- Others for teaming up to support each other in ocean swims, bike rides and training runs.
I love how our BEXI community responds to every call that excites their spirit!
Secondly, a very important happy-bean that fills me with so much pride. Our community is made up of very special people and we want to celebrate these very special people. We have therefore introduced a special prize to recognise these people… and are pleased to announce our ‘BEXI Ambassador Award’. This award goes out to one truly exceptional member who lives and breathes our BEXI values. She|he goes beyond their call of duty to inspire, motivate and support others. Each year we will select one member, who will receive one full year’s free training with us.
We are therefore incredibly thrilled to announce of first BEXI Ambassador for 2016 (click to reveal). Huge congratulations to our very deserving BEXI member!
I’m totally honoured to have been a part of your successful achievements and look forward to sharing many more in the months ahead.
Best wishes,
Debbie x
What’s up next?
- Blackmores Sydney Running Festival – Marathon – training starts Sat 28 May
- Blackmores Sydney Running Festival – Half-Marathon – training starts Sat 25 June
- City2Surf Fun Run – training starts Sat 04 June
MS Walk & Fun Run – Sun 5 June
Team BEXI are committed to supporting our chosen charity, Multiple Sclerosis. We will be teaming up with our families and friends to take part in the 5km|10km walk or fun run on Sun 5 June. We’d love you to join MS Fun Run Team – or if you can’t make it, please donate towards this very worthwhile charity.
