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We have all been affected by the highly contagious COVID-19 virus. Our races have been cancelled and we are feeling disappointed, lost and rather numb by the unknown situation.

 

Without a doubt, exercise is the one key factor that will get us through this crazy time. It will help with stress, anxiety, mental health, physical health… including boosting our immune system.

To support our BEXI community, we have created a few 8-week training programs which gives you the opportunity to train on your own;  or with us in the great outdoors (applying social distancing, of course!).  These programs include 3 x ‘non-event’ events during the course of the training – with the grand finale at the end.

We’ve planned some super-fun ‘non-event’ events that include road running and trail running.  They will be challenging, but more importantly – these events will give us a sense of purpose, a goal 8-weeks to have fun training with your buddies (or on your own).

If you’re looking for a FREE training program to keep you focused over the next 8-weeks, choose from the following:
  • BEXI50 – Trail running program, building up to the 50km distance on the trails (replacing UTA50)
  • BEXI22 – Trail running program, building up to the 22km distance on the trails (replacing UTA22)
  • BEXI42 – Road running program, building up to the marathon distance on the roads (replacing Canberra/London Marathon)
  • BEXI21 – Road running program, building up to the half-marathon distance on the roads (replacing SMH 21km)
  • BEXI21-Relay – Road running program, building up to the half-marathon relay distance on the roads (replacing SMH 21km relay)

 

Our aim is to keep you training – so that you have a purpose, are happy and stay healthy (physically and mentally).  Stay safe. Look out for each other. Community is everything. 

Ultra-Trail Australia (UTA) – 22km | 50km

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Recognised as one of the most significant trail running events – the UTA has become one of the most talked about endurance events on the global trail running calendar.  

 

The event takes place on the breathtaking trails located in the Blue Mountains National Park of Australia on the date of 13-16 May 2021. We are super-excited to be offering a training program for this event, focusing on the 22km and 50km distances.

About the program

Our 16-week training program kicks off on Mon 1 Feb 2021 and is aimed at supporting athletes who are looking to attempt their first trail running event; take on a challenge; and those who would like to attempt their first ultra-marathon event.

Each week we focus on strength, flexibility, mobility, speed and endurance runs.  A few of our endurance runs will be ‘on-course’ in the Blue Mountains – where we will practice running on the event course. The program is scaled to accommodate the three distances.

The key to success for this event is consistent training. Committing to our 16-week training program will yield successful improvements in performance and forward progression.

What is included in the program?
  • 16-week online training program
  • Wide range of group training sessions
  • Race nutrition and recovery – (in collaboration with Mad on Nutrition)
  • Mental skills and strategies
  • Analysis and feedback on training data
  • Race day logistics
  • Membership of a supportive, like-minded Community
  • FREE BEXI Buff – they’re really cool!! 
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.  Coach Andy Smith has completed 3 x UTA100 events with a PB of 12:25:17 and 3rd place age category. Coach Tamara Madden has completed 2 x UTA100 events with a PB of under 14:30hrs, placing her 9th in her age group.

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