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Connected Community

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If there is anything this crazy year has taught us – is that compassion and connection is the centre of everything we do:
  • Compassion – for reaching out to those who are struggling
  • Connection – for having a sense of belonging within a community
We recently listened to an amazing podcast with Dr Rangan Chatterjee and Dr Julian Abel, where they discussed The Healing Power of Compassion.  It is deeply profound and highly relevant to how we shape our lives moving forward.

With many lessons learnt this past year, we are poised to welcome 2021 with a renewed sense of ‘Connected Community’.  One that prioritises social relationships, happiness, gratitude and love.

‘In a world of algorithms, hashtags and followers – know the true importance of human connection.’
Wishing all our members, families and friends – a Merry Christmas and prosperous New Year. 
~ Debbie and the Team BEXI

Jump-into-Summer ’20 – Week 1

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Ready… steady… Jump-into-Summer ’20! 

Our Jump-into-Summer ’20 challenge is go. Seven weeks of  fresh air, fitness and all-round fun. Ensuring you feel fit and fabulous for summer.

How does it work?
  • Weekly run, cycle, strength training – progressing each week (Week 1 focuses on benchmark testing)
  • Attend as many sessions in the week – the more, the better! 
  • Each session attracts points (see below)
  • You will be issued with a ‘Score Card’ so that you can tally your points each week
  • 1 x Wellbeing challenge will be issued each week
  • 4 x Wildcard challenges will be issued
  • 3 x Super-session challenges will be issued
  • The more you do – the more points you will attract
  • Prizes will be awarded at end of challenge
Week 1
  • Exercise Challenge – attend as many group training sessions as possible from our weekly timetable below:
  • Wellbeing Challenge – Enjoy a cup of coffee/tea/kombucha on your own, in peace (20mins)
  • Wildcard Challenge – Share 1 random fact about yourself to team (within your private FB groups – Race-FIT, Tri-FIT, Walk-to-Run)
  • Super-Session Challenge – Weeks 2, 4 & 6
  • Consistency Challenge – aim to attend 3+ sessions per week (that’s how you create a habit!)
Point Scoring
  • Run/Walk/Cycle – 5 points
  • Strength Bootcamp – 10 points
  • Wildcard Challenge – 10 points
  • Super-Session Challenge – 20 points
  • Wellbeing Challenge – 20 points
  • Consistency Challenge – 10 points
  • Yoga Session – 10 points
Prizes
  • Most Improved
  • Most Attended Sessions
  • Special Coaches Award
  • Overall 2020 Winner
  • Save-the-date for prizing-giving/end of challenge BBQ – Sat 28 Nov 2020

 

To win, you have to stay in the game!  

~Jump-into-Summer – Week 2
~Jump-into-Summer – Week 3

 

 

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!

 

What’s the fuss about Trail Running?

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There’s been a massive surge in the sport of trail running. Before moving to Australia (in 2011), the only trail running I was aware of was fell running in the UK. And that was for crazy people!

 

Fast forward 9yrs and the interest in trail running is somewhat off the scale. Suddenly there are trail running events popping up all over the place – locally and internationally. In fact, many of these events have become prestigious ‘sell-out’ events – e.g. Ultra-Trail Australia (UTA).

 

So, what’s the fuss?

 

Top trail runner, Mark Green (The Body Mechanic) lists the following four reasons why runners are switching to trail running:

  • Lack of motivation – runners like to be constantly stimulated. A change of scenery will renew your motivation and enthusiasm.
  • Struggling with injuries – most road running injuries is a result of constant repetition. Trail running breaks up this repetition – your strides are never the same (long strides, short strides, wide strides, high strides), which means you are loading your muscles differently.
  • Experience stunning locations – trails take you off the beaten track, which means you often get to experience stunning beauty in secluded locations. This also offers great opportunity to travel the globe and experience spectacular environments.
  • Meet a friendly community – trail running attracts a community of runners who love being surrounded by nature and who prefer to run in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. They are more inspired to support their trail running buddies than achieve a race PB.
I’d even include an additional benefit that ranks as #1 for me:

  • Nature affects your well-being – running in nature helps heal your mind. It helps reduce stress, depression, anxiety – making you feel more calm and balanced emotionally.

 

I’m fast realising that trail running is not just a growing fad – it’s becoming a super-important activity that supports our overall well-being.

As the demand increases, we have developed a few targeted trail running programs – for newbie-trail runners and for those training for a specific event. We’d love to invite you to join our BEXI team.

 

Yours in community,
~ Debbie

  • Learn-to-Trail Run:  starts Sat 15 Feb 2020 – teach you all the skills and technique to develop confidence on the trails
  • UTA Training Program:  starts Sat 1 Feb 2020 – 16-week program targeting UTA11, 22 & 50
  • Jabulani Training Program: starts Sat 1 Feb 2020 – 10-week program targeting Jabulani 12, 22 & 45

 

Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt!
– John Muir

 

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.