Thursday, February 28, 2013

Run Club Update

Reminder: No Run this Saturday due to Rowing Challenge. Returning next week at 7am meeting at Drive Fitness Tarragindi. 

 Brisbane Twilight Run is 3 weeks away! Get along to our FREE run club every Saturday morning & start preparing. 

Toohey Forest Loop results (Saturday 23 February)
  • Grant: 43:44
  • Ross: 36:41 (half way turn around)
  • Julia: 45:08
  • Stef: no time
  • Sarah: no time
  • John F: 49:12
  • Dave: 39:54
  • Claire: 43:!2
  • John M: 43:54
  • Greg: 42:26
  • Scott: 48:00
  • Sarah: no time - extra distance

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Ready, Set, Row! Team Rowing Challenge This Saturday

Over 20 teams. Over 100 rowers. 
Teams are set and ready to race this Saturday 2 March. 

Spectators are welcome, morning tea will be provided & medal presentation to follow immediately after the finals.

Don't miss the trainer's race! The losing trainer's team will need to do 3 burpees for every second they lose by!

 Full event details below...


What is it?
Men's and Lady's teams of 4 will row 2000m (4x500m in relay format). 

Who can participate?
Everyone who trains at Drive Fitness. Rowing ability & fitness level not important.

When is it?
Saturday 2 March commencing at 7am.

Where is it?
Drive Fitness Tarragindi located at  5 / 17-19 Kuring Gai Ave, Tarragindi. .
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Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Run Club Update



Brisbane Twilight Run is 4 weeks away! Get along to our FREE run club every Saturday morning & start preparing. 

Toohey Forest Loop results (Saturday 16 February)
  • Grant: 43:15
  • Julia: 45:25
  • Stef: 60:55
  • Evan: 37:17
  • Dave: 41:02
  • Simon: 45:25
  • Howard: 52:24
  • John M: 45:35
  • Greg: 45:04
  • Scott: (partial track)

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Be Afraid! The SkiErg is Coming to Tarragindi

It's finally on it's way! 

From the same people that brought us the Concept 2 Rowing Machine (that we all love), the SkiErg offers a entirely different upper body, lower body and core workout using a similar style of resistance  The SkiErg will add a new challenge and variety to your personal training sessions - be ready!

Due to arrive sometime later this week or early next week, expect to be giving it a go during your next personal training session.
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Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Are You Meeting Your Protein Requirements?


Meeting your protein requirements is absolutely necessary for growth and repair of all body tissues. Inadequate intake will prevent or delay recovery from exercise, limit the recovery, growth and maintenance of muscle mass, reduce energy levels, inhibit training and sport performance and increase the risk of injury from over training. Are you meeting your protein requirements? Find out how much protein you need & what foods are high in protein...

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Monday, February 18, 2013

Nuts: Why eat them? Which is the best? How many?

Nuts are an easy snack that taste great and best of all they are good for us. They contain protein, healthy fats (mono-unsaturated and poly-unsaturated) and a variety of vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants making them an important part of a healthy diet. Read on to discover the health benefits of including nuts in your diet, which nuts are best and how much you should eat.

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Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Boot Camp Challenge Is Coming: Saturday 13 April


Boot Camp teams! Are you ready? The first Boot Camp Challenge of 2013 will be taking place on Saturday 13 April.

Moorooka boot camp will be putting there title of Boot Camp Challenge Champions on the line against the former champions Holland Park and Camp Hill who are hungry for their first win!

More details to be announced as we get closer to the date - keep training hard in preparation!
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Team Indoor Rowing Challenge Is Almost Here: Registration Closing Soon


What is it?
Men's and Lady's teams of 4 will row 2000m total with each team member rowing 500m (4x500m in relay format). Teams will row in heats with the fastest 4 men's and lady's teams going through to the finals to determine 1st, 2nd & 3rd.

 Morning team will be available throughout the event & medal presentation will be held immediately following the finals. 

Who can participate?
Everyone who trains at Drive Fitness, personal training or boot camp.

When is it?
Saturday 2 March commencing at 7am.

Where is it?
Drive Fitness Tarragindi located at shop 5 / 17-19 Kuring Gai Ave, Tarragindi. .

 How to Register?
Get your team of 4 together or let your trainer know you would like to join a team. We have teams waiting for you to join. Registration is open NOW and teams are filling up fast!
The Trainer's Team Challenge!
The Drive Fitness personal trainer's have been split into 2 teams of four and will face on the day. Brad, Tim, David & Lisa VS Nathan, Jared, Owey & Kate! Burpees to be completed immediately following the end of the race has been decided as the consequence for the losing trainer's team!

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Run Club Update


5 weeks till the Brisbane Twilight Run! Get along to our FREE run club every Saturday morning & start preparing. 

Toohey Forest Loop Saturday 9 January
  • Grant: 42:22
  • Evan: 38:34
  • Dave: 42:22
  • Simon: 42:25
  • Claire: 44:17
  • Howard: 52:34
  • John M: 50:46
  • Greg: 41:50
  • David M: 43:12 (extra distance added)
  • John F: 35:46 (early turn around)

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Medicine Ball Workout 1



Warm Up

  • 5min low-moderate intensity continuous walking, running, riding, skipping or rowing
  • 5min stretching


Complete 3 Rounds

  • 1min Wood Chop
  • 1min X Chop (left to right)
  • 1min Standing Twist
  • 1min X Chop (right to left)
  • 1min Wood Chop
  • 1min Rest

*Rest as required to maintain correct technique throughout the work period
*Progress by increasing the weight of the medicine ball & taking less rest during the work period


 Cool Down

  • 5min low-moderate intensity continuous walking, running, riding, skipping or rowing
  • 5min stretching or foam roller self massage



Wood Chop

Standing Twist

X Chop Left to Right

X Chop Right to Left

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personal training & group training in Brisbane
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Friday, February 8, 2013

Run Club Update



6 weeks till the Brisbane Twilight Run! Get along to our FREE run club every Saturday morning & start preparing. 

Stones Corner There  & Back Saturday 2 January
  • Grant: 47:29
  • Evan: 42:13
  • Dave: 48:33
  • Simon: 48:33
  • ClaireL 50:10
  • Howard: 55:30
  • John: 50:38 (Toohey Forest Loop)
  • Scott: 38:02 (to overpass & back)

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Friday, February 1, 2013

Team Indoor Rowing Challenge: 4 Week To Go!

What is it?
Men's and Lady's teams of 4 will row 2000m total with each team member rowing 500m (4x500m in relay format). Teams will row in heats of 4 with the fastest 4 men's and lady's teams going through to the finals to determine 1st, 2nd & 3rd.

Who can participate?
Everyone who trains at Drive Fitness, personal training or boot camp.

When is it?
Saturday 2 March commencing at 7am.

Where is it?
Drive Fitness Tarragindi located at shop 5 / 17-19 Kuring Gai Ave, Tarragindi. .

 How to Register?
Get your team of 4 together or let your trainer know you would like to join a team. We have teams waiting for you to join. Registration is open NOW and teams are filling up fast!
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Run Club Update



7 weeks till the Brisbane Twilight Run! Get along to our FREE run club every Saturday morning & start preparing. 

 Toohey Forest Loop (7.8km) Results Saturday 26 January

  • Grant: 47:10
  • Evan: 39:23
  • Dave: 43:06
  • Simon: 46:20
  • Julia: 46:45
  • Keith: 41:03

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