Activities Galore
As we head into the final 3rd of the year, it’s time to start thinking about summer, New Year holidays and all that stuff you planned on doing this year but forgot.
Below I’ve got heaps of information on events that you will really enjoy. Also, don’t forget about the super awesome Anglesea Adventure Weekend in October.
Next Bootcamp Start Dates (only 2 left for the year):
Monday 17th October – Friday 11th November (Dates may change slightly due to Cup Weekend)
Monday 21 November – Friday 16th December
New Bootcamp Times
Thanks to everyone who helped out with the new bootcamp times by filling out last month’s poll.
The new times are 7am and 5.30pm in addition to the existing 6am and 6.30pm classes.
Kids Bootcamp
At least that’s what the kids called it. We’re calling it the School Holiday Bootcamp. All of the kids had an awesome time last school holidays (some between tears and tantrums).
If you have kids and are looking for activities for them to do these school holidays then look no further then Westfield Reserve. We will be running fun, kids based training sessions at 11am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday of both weeks of the school holidays.
I’ll be running the kids through a whole heap of drills to help with their coordination and basic movement skills. All of the drills are in a game like format so that the kids get right into them.
Christmas Party
See Change and Take Shape are running their annual Amazing Race Christmas Party. Take on or team up with other clients from bootcamp and their families.
The is a free barbeque (come on, who doesn’t love free food) and you will get to see me with my hair down (very figuratively).
More details to follow on this, I can tell you though that the date will be 27th November 2011.
Client Profile – Brendon Booth
Brendon has been quite an inspiration to me over the past few months as I’ve watched him slowly but steadily shrink before my eyes. He very graciously allowed me to do a profile on him this month.
1. Favourite quote…
You’re money, baby, and you don’t even know it – Vince Vaughn to Jon Favreau in Swingers
2. The silliest thing I’ve done…
Just last weekend – yelling over the phone to Optus about my internet connection being down, hanging up and then realising that I in fa ct have an account with TPG.
3. My favourite bootcamp workout was…
The cross-country run just the other week!
4. Most proud achievement…
The birth of my little boy Noah. Not that I did much, mind you.
5. A few of my favourite things are…
Books, Movies, Cecil the Sausage Dog, my coffee machine, and of course KB!
Bonus: What was the one biggest thing that you found key in the success of your weight loss goals? (more exercise, consistancy, etc)
Motivation – you can have most or all of the elements right, but if you’re not motivated to change then you never will.
When I asked Brendon about what exactly motivated him to change he said:
My 30th was fast approaching and I knew that I didn’t want to enter the next phase of my life overweight, unfit and unhappy with my appearance. Plus I’d already committed to a date and I don’t like to lose!
Oh, and I want to look great at the party!
While ideally health and exercise should always be a priority, sometimes having a specific goal to work for can help with changing your life. What’s something that could motivate you?
Get a load of this (Things to read)
SALT: Salt is bad for you, or is it?
TIME: We all want more time, Scott Dinsmore shares with us some tactics for freeing up more of it.
FATTY LIES: If you only check out one thing this month, watch this video on fats and conventional wisdom. Also have a gander at this post on Eric Cressey about fat and the government.
VULNERABILITY: This is not so related to fitness as it is to overall well being of the mind. This entertaining speech on TED changed my life and my relationships. If you have family or friends that drive your crazy, you need to watch this video.
ADVICE: Don’t forget to check out Steve’s quick advice column on nerd fitness.
WEEKEND: I had a bit of fun on a weekend away in August putting together some exercises you can do while on holiday. Be sure to check them out.
BAKED APPLES: Awesome for kids and adults. Just make sure you let the apples cool before eating.
OATMEAL: Oatmeal is a healthy staple for many people’s breakfast. If you choose to eat it though, make sure you are preparing oatmeal properly or you will miss out on many of it’s benefits. Also, just say no to quick oats!!
Monthly Recipe – Grilled Lemon Chicken
This recipe is pinched off Elana’s Pantry. It is super delecious and lemony. You don’t need to eat it with the sauce. Tastes great in a salad the next day too.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup lemon juice, fresh squeezed
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon celtic sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 ½ teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, minced
- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, halved (not butterflied) and skins removed
- 1 head Romaine lettuce, remove bottom and chiffonade leaves
- 2 large carrots, grated or juilenned
- Almond Sauce
Directions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper and thyme to make marinade
- Chop chicken breasts into small pieces.
- Place chicken breast pieces in a bowl
, then pour marinade over chicken and refrigerate for 6 hours to overnight
- Heat pan or barbecue and cook chicken breasts for 10 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Cool chicken.
- Place chiffonaded Romaine on a serving platter, then top with julienned carrots
- Place chicken over vegetables and serve with “Peanut” Sauce
Disclaimer:
Please note that Kyle Wood, FFS PT or See Change PT does not endorse or warrant the contents of any articles. Articles are provided as a source of information only and should not be not relied upon nor treated as a replacement for consulting a medical practitioner or specialist.
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