Tomorrow is the annual Cityfitness Jingle Bells Jog - run, walk, skate or scoot your way from Trafalgar Park to Tahuna Beach. $5 individual. $10 per family. Dogs are welcome too!
Hope to see you there with bells on!
:)
12 December 2009
07 December 2009
Final Session for 2009
Tomorrow night we meet again at Tahuna Beach (by the Abel Tasman Statue carpark) for a sea swim with the Nelson Tri Club. 6.30pm. Remember to bring a bright coloured cap with you and something warm for afterwards. If you're not keen on getting in the water, then don't forget the NBS Nelson Striders meet in Bridge St at 5.45pm for a 45min-1hr walk or run.
This is our final night for this year, we return on the 25th of January on Monday evenings, starting with Orienteering. I will email you with more details on where this will be held closer to the time.
See you tomorrow,
:)
This is our final night for this year, we return on the 25th of January on Monday evenings, starting with Orienteering. I will email you with more details on where this will be held closer to the time.
See you tomorrow,
:)
02 December 2009
Sea Swimming and the Port Nelson Summer Sea Series
If you are keen on trying the Port Nelson Summer Sea Series on Thursday nights then check out the Nelson Tri Club's website http://www.nelsontriclub.co.nz or go directly to the online register link - http://regonline.activeglobal.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?eventid=718322
A couple of pointers for those that were in wetsuits:
If your had a bit of space in wetsuit, ie, it wasn't clinging to you like a second skin, then you may have felt a bit of air inside your suit. If a wetsuit is too big then it can become more of a hindrance as it makes it more difficult to swim in the water. Hard though ... do you go for warmth ... or ease of swimming.
Also, to make your suit easier to get on and off, I often use some baby oil rubbed onto the end of the arms and the end of the legs.
A couple of pointers for those that were in wetsuits:
If your had a bit of space in wetsuit, ie, it wasn't clinging to you like a second skin, then you may have felt a bit of air inside your suit. If a wetsuit is too big then it can become more of a hindrance as it makes it more difficult to swim in the water. Hard though ... do you go for warmth ... or ease of swimming.
Also, to make your suit easier to get on and off, I often use some baby oil rubbed onto the end of the arms and the end of the legs.
30 November 2009
We take to the water!
A huge congratulations to those of you that braved the rain and took part in Run Mahana on Saturday - an awesome achievement! I hope you enjoyed your bottle of wine after a nice relaxing soak in the bath on Saturday evening.
This Tuesday, we head to the beach for two weeks of sea swimming before breaking over the silly season. Meet at the Abel Tasman Statue carpark (off Rocks Rd). I am waiting to hear back from the tri club with exactly what to bring, in the interim, I suggest togs would be a good start, followed by a bright coloured swim cap (I do have spares if you need to borrow one), goggles if you have them, towel, bottle of water, and warm clothing to put on afterwards. If you do have a wetsuit then feel free to bring it.
See you there. 6.30pm.
This Tuesday, we head to the beach for two weeks of sea swimming before breaking over the silly season. Meet at the Abel Tasman Statue carpark (off Rocks Rd). I am waiting to hear back from the tri club with exactly what to bring, in the interim, I suggest togs would be a good start, followed by a bright coloured swim cap (I do have spares if you need to borrow one), goggles if you have them, towel, bottle of water, and warm clothing to put on afterwards. If you do have a wetsuit then feel free to bring it.
See you there. 6.30pm.
29 November 2009
Congratulations to you all!
Well done to all of you who did Run Mahana yesterday - a wonderful achievement. So ... what's next on the goal list?
27 November 2009
Run Mahana
Good Luck to everyone doing Run Mahana tomorrow. Fingers crossed the weather forecast improves for you all!
20 November 2009
Nordic Walking Taster Course
Book a Taster Course & GET 1 COFFEE FOR FREE
Next Taster Course
27/11/2009 3.15 pm Info Centre Nelson
PLEASE NOTE: THE FRIDAY 27/11 COURSE HAS BEEN CHANGED to 28/11 at TAHUNA BEACH. 12.30pm.
04/12/2009 10 am Beach Cafe Carepark Tahuna & 2pm Saxton Field
Costs : $ 20 incl. Pole hire
Limited Space , Register now !!
Happy Nordic walking
Nadja
Ph 03 547 49 36 mobile 0211076 844
info @nordicwalkingnelson.co.nz
www.nordicwalkingnelson.co.nz
Next Taster Course
27/11/2009 3.15 pm Info Centre Nelson
PLEASE NOTE: THE FRIDAY 27/11 COURSE HAS BEEN CHANGED to 28/11 at TAHUNA BEACH. 12.30pm.
04/12/2009 10 am Beach Cafe Carepark Tahuna & 2pm Saxton Field
Costs : $ 20 incl. Pole hire
Limited Space , Register now !!
Happy Nordic walking
Nadja
Ph 03 547 49 36 mobile 0211076 844
info @nordicwalkingnelson.co.nz
www.nordicwalkingnelson.co.nz
19 November 2009
Next session
Tuesday's final Running and Walking Session will be once again at the Botanics, 6.30pm. Jo Duncan from Devine will be there along with Gaye Evans to put you through a stretch and circuit session.
Wear comfy clothes (that you would be comfortable stretching in) and bring your booklets along with a pen and pencil. There are stretching notes in your booklet that Jo will go through with you on Tuesday.
See you there,
:)
Wear comfy clothes (that you would be comfortable stretching in) and bring your booklets along with a pen and pencil. There are stretching notes in your booklet that Jo will go through with you on Tuesday.
See you there,
:)
Cycling Tips for Riding in a Bunch
Check out this website for some handy tips (from the Avanti Plus newsletter)
http://www.avantiplus.co.nz/pluszone/title/Guide/content/bunch_riding.html
http://www.avantiplus.co.nz/pluszone/title/Guide/content/bunch_riding.html
15 November 2009
This week
This week we head out with the NBS Striders for a 30 -40 min jog or walk on the trails. Nadja from Nordic Walking is also going to try and make it, so those wanting to try Nordic Walking can have a go at the Botanics. See you there. 6.30pm.
13 November 2009
More boating ...
Yachting - Contact is Anne Pirie anne.pirie@xtra.co.nz
If you didn't write your name down during the sessions or didn't email your details through me and were interested in taking yachting further, then email Anne with your contact details.
Rowing - The Rowing Club will look to offer some further Rowing sessions later on in their season as during the summer the boats are busy being used by the Juniors. Keep an ear out for openings in April ...
Waka Ama - keep an eye on the Matahi Outrigging Club's website
http://www.maitahi-outrigging.org.nz/home.html
If you didn't write your name down during the sessions or didn't email your details through me and were interested in taking yachting further, then email Anne with your contact details.
Rowing - The Rowing Club will look to offer some further Rowing sessions later on in their season as during the summer the boats are busy being used by the Juniors. Keep an ear out for openings in April ...
Waka Ama - keep an eye on the Matahi Outrigging Club's website
http://www.maitahi-outrigging.org.nz/home.html
11 November 2009
Good news
Great news for those of you that wanted to give Nordic Walking a go, Nadja will come along to next week's session. Can you please let me know if you were keen to give it a try so that I can gauge numbers for organising the session.
Diabetes Awareness Week Free Cooking Demo
Please join us in celebrating diabetes awareness week with a free cooking demo, light supper and keeping well with diabetes messages on Thursday 19th November, 7pm at Victory Community Centre.
Whakatu Marae, Nelson Bays Primary Health & Diabetes NZ Nelson invite you to attend this diabetes cooking demo to get fresh food ideas & help raise awareness of healthy eating for diabetes prevention and management
Date: Thursday 19th November
Time: 7pm—8.30pm
Venue: Victory Community Centre
Totara Street, Nelson
Healthy food can taste great
See it cooked, sample and taste, then en-joy a cuppa and supper
And learn more about diabetes and keeping well
Cooking demo presented by Nelson Bays Primary Health Dietitians
For more information contact Glenis Bell, 0800 731317
Whakatu Marae, Nelson Bays Primary Health & Diabetes NZ Nelson invite you to attend this diabetes cooking demo to get fresh food ideas & help raise awareness of healthy eating for diabetes prevention and management
Date: Thursday 19th November
Time: 7pm—8.30pm
Venue: Victory Community Centre
Totara Street, Nelson
Healthy food can taste great
See it cooked, sample and taste, then en-joy a cuppa and supper
And learn more about diabetes and keeping well
Cooking demo presented by Nelson Bays Primary Health Dietitians
For more information contact Glenis Bell, 0800 731317
10 November 2009
Stir Fried Rice
1. Heat oil in a pan. Pur meat in a pan. If the meat is ready put some onion in the pan and cook them.
2. Now you can mix it with different vegetables like celery, pumpkin, carrots, mushrooms, pepper, capsicum, ...
3. After cooking the vegetables/meat you can put some tomato puree and some spices like pepper, salt,... in the meal.
2. Now you can mix it with different vegetables like celery, pumpkin, carrots, mushrooms, pepper, capsicum, ...
3. After cooking the vegetables/meat you can put some tomato puree and some spices like pepper, salt,... in the meal.
09 November 2009
Heart Foundation Street Appeal
If you can lend a hand for the Heart Foundation's 2010 street appeal on Friday the 12th of February, then give Averil a call on 545 7112.
05 November 2009
This week's session
Again we will meet at the Botanics in Milton St at 6.30pm. This session we will talk about how to train your body to go faster - aka 'speed training' and will have guidance from Averil West (in her prime was one of Nelson's top runners), Greg Lineham (Race Walking) and Nadja from Nordic Walking Nelson - for those of you that would like to try walking with poles.
02 November 2009
This week's session
This week we meet at the Botanics at 6.30pm. The Botanics is the bottom of the Centre of NZ track on Milton St. Bring your running/walking shoes, as we will head off for a thirty to fourty minute jog or walk with the NBS Nelson Striders after listening to Lyndon Chandler from Nayland Physiotherapy talk about injury prevention when starting out. Should be a fun session.
See you there,
:)
See you there,
:)
Marble Mountain Challenge
Want a cycling challenge this weekend?
The Ultimate 15km Individual Hill Climb Time Trial is on this Sunday the 8th of November
All riders welcome
Start: Riwaka Recreation Reserve
Finish: Takaka Hill summit
Entry Fee:
$15
More information on www.cyclingnelson.co.nz
The Ultimate 15km Individual Hill Climb Time Trial is on this Sunday the 8th of November
All riders welcome
Start: Riwaka Recreation Reserve
Finish: Takaka Hill summit
Entry Fee:
$15
More information on www.cyclingnelson.co.nz
30 October 2009
SWIM WORKSHOP
Nelson Video Workshop:
Saturday November 14th 8.30 till 10.30/11 am Riverside Pool.
There are only 3 available spaces left on this workshop so if your keen be quick!
Program:
8.30 am - Swimmers will be filmed individually from front & side both above and under the water.
At approx 9.00 we will analyse the video as a group and also review some examples of efficient swimming.
Tea/Coffee/biscuits will be provided.
This will be a relaxing, enjoyable, interactive and educational session for all.
Benefits:
1) A better sense of what you are doing in the water.
2) A better understanding of what you are trying to achieve.
3) Some clear focal points to work on and how they will affect your stroke.
4) A better understanding of what good swimming actually entails.
5) More inspiration/motivation for your swimming and it’s improvement ,not just for the outcome, but also for the process.
6) The knowledge that what you are working on in the pool will lead to a more efficient/effective stroke.
7) A copy of your swimming for you to review on your computer (you must provide a USB flash drive).
8) A cup of tea/coffee/biscuit(s) after your swim!!!
Cost:
$45 per swimmer.
Contact me either via email lionel@oneflow.co.nz or on my cell-phone – 021 129 5645.
Thanks
Lionel
Saturday November 14th 8.30 till 10.30/11 am Riverside Pool.
There are only 3 available spaces left on this workshop so if your keen be quick!
Program:
8.30 am - Swimmers will be filmed individually from front & side both above and under the water.
At approx 9.00 we will analyse the video as a group and also review some examples of efficient swimming.
Tea/Coffee/biscuits will be provided.
This will be a relaxing, enjoyable, interactive and educational session for all.
Benefits:
1) A better sense of what you are doing in the water.
2) A better understanding of what you are trying to achieve.
3) Some clear focal points to work on and how they will affect your stroke.
4) A better understanding of what good swimming actually entails.
5) More inspiration/motivation for your swimming and it’s improvement ,not just for the outcome, but also for the process.
6) The knowledge that what you are working on in the pool will lead to a more efficient/effective stroke.
7) A copy of your swimming for you to review on your computer (you must provide a USB flash drive).
8) A cup of tea/coffee/biscuit(s) after your swim!!!
Cost:
$45 per swimmer.
Contact me either via email lionel@oneflow.co.nz or on my cell-phone – 021 129 5645.
Thanks
Lionel
27 October 2009
Running and Walking Program
Hope you all enjoyed your session with Brett at the Shoe Clinic and your time with the NBS Nelson Striders. Next week we will meet at the Botanics, Milton St (bottom of the Centre of NZ).
If anyone is coming in from Mapua/Moutere Highway, then Angela is looking for someone to carpool with. Give her a call on 03 544 1818 or alternatively email me and I can put you in touch.
If you are looking at other sports bra options then also check out http://www.sportsupport.co.nz/ - Lisa stocks sports bras designed specifically for larger busts.
If anyone is coming in from Mapua/Moutere Highway, then Angela is looking for someone to carpool with. Give her a call on 03 544 1818 or alternatively email me and I can put you in touch.
If you are looking at other sports bra options then also check out http://www.sportsupport.co.nz/ - Lisa stocks sports bras designed specifically for larger busts.
Tonight's Session
This week we begin our running and walking program and we also have the pleasure of receiving expert guidance from physiotherapist Brett Meehan in his Shoe Clinic store. Brett will discuss the basics of correct support from your footwear and also some tips about what to wear to reduce chaffing and discomfort from clothing. The NBS Nelson Striders will take you for a run or walk (there will be both a running and a walking group, as there is every Tuesday at their sessions).
We will work the session as follows:
Surname A-N will go with the Nelson Striders first - 6.30pm at the 'Striders carpark', opposite the Suter Art Gallery on Bridge St (next to the Vets)
Surname O-Z will go to Shoe Clinic first - 6.30pm on Bridge St.
At 7.00pm the Striders will finish their run/walk at Shoe Clinic, so if you ran or walked first, you can then go inside and listen to Brett. Those that listened to Brett first can then walk straight out and join the Striders for a half hour run/walk.
See you tonight.
We will work the session as follows:
Surname A-N will go with the Nelson Striders first - 6.30pm at the 'Striders carpark', opposite the Suter Art Gallery on Bridge St (next to the Vets)
Surname O-Z will go to Shoe Clinic first - 6.30pm on Bridge St.
At 7.00pm the Striders will finish their run/walk at Shoe Clinic, so if you ran or walked first, you can then go inside and listen to Brett. Those that listened to Brett first can then walk straight out and join the Striders for a half hour run/walk.
See you tonight.
21 October 2009
Know Your Numbers
Averil mentioned last night about how everyone should 'know their numbers'
Check out the following links
Go Red for Women Campaign
Heart Risk Quiz and Healthy Living ideas
National Heart Foundation Recipe Archive
The Heart Foundations Nine steps to eating for a healthy heart:
1) Enjoy three meals a day, selecting from dishes that encourage you to eat plant foods and fish, with little or no dairy fat, meat fat or deep fried foods
2) Choose fruits and/or vegetables at every meal and most snacks.
3) Select whole grains, whole grain breads, or high fibre breakfast cereals in place of white bread and low fibre varieties at most meals and snacks
4) Include fish, or dried peas, beans and soy products, or a small serving of lean meat or skinned poultry, at one or two meals each day
5) Choose low fat milk, low fat milk products, soy or legume products every day
6) Use small amounts of oil, margarine, nuts or seeds
7) Drink plenty of fluids each day, particularly water, and limit sugar-sweetened drinks and alcohol
8) Use only small amounts of total fats and oils, sugar and salt when cooking and preparing meals, snacks, or drinks. Choose ready-prepared foods low in these ingredients
9) Mostly avoid or rarely include butter, deep-fried and fatty foods, and only occasionally choose sweet bakery products
Links to the National Heart Foundation's policies on nutrition
Check out the following links
Go Red for Women Campaign
Heart Risk Quiz and Healthy Living ideas
National Heart Foundation Recipe Archive
The Heart Foundations Nine steps to eating for a healthy heart:
1) Enjoy three meals a day, selecting from dishes that encourage you to eat plant foods and fish, with little or no dairy fat, meat fat or deep fried foods
2) Choose fruits and/or vegetables at every meal and most snacks.
3) Select whole grains, whole grain breads, or high fibre breakfast cereals in place of white bread and low fibre varieties at most meals and snacks
4) Include fish, or dried peas, beans and soy products, or a small serving of lean meat or skinned poultry, at one or two meals each day
5) Choose low fat milk, low fat milk products, soy or legume products every day
6) Use small amounts of oil, margarine, nuts or seeds
7) Drink plenty of fluids each day, particularly water, and limit sugar-sweetened drinks and alcohol
8) Use only small amounts of total fats and oils, sugar and salt when cooking and preparing meals, snacks, or drinks. Choose ready-prepared foods low in these ingredients
9) Mostly avoid or rarely include butter, deep-fried and fatty foods, and only occasionally choose sweet bakery products
Links to the National Heart Foundation's policies on nutrition
20 October 2009
Yachting
Anne will email those of you that gave your details to her (or through me) soon. She is aware that you are already committed to Tuesday nights for a few months yet. So she will work with the skippers to come up with a plan for sometime in the New Year. So keep watching this space (and listening out from Anne).
:)
:)
18 October 2009
This week
The session this week will be held at the Trafalgar Park Pavillion - you can park in the carpark area behind Trafalgar Park (accessible from the road by Trailways or the Nelson Rugby Clubrooms) and then walk through. Averil and Annette will be doing a demonstration and showing how to modify a menu to suit..... looks great! And there should be the opportunity to taste what they're cooking too!
More details will be in my email out.
See you there at 6.30pm.
More details will be in my email out.
See you there at 6.30pm.
16 October 2009
15 October 2009
Yachting
Anyone who wanted to try yachting and didn't this time - let me know and I can forward your details to Anne, who can then contact you when an opportunity arises.
How did you rate the boating experience?
What an experience......
For someone who is not at all comfortable on the water the Waka Ama was such an enjoyable thrill....
Aroha, Marty, Karen and Nic (I think) were the ultimate trainers and are such a great advert for the Maitahi Outrigger Canoe Club. Their teaching and explanations were clear and easy to understand which for me removed my concern about actually being on the water. It is obvious that this group of people have a passion for their sport and it shows. It also rubbed off on the ladies who did the Waka Ama part of boating as several of us have expressed and interest in joining the club...
Posted for Shirley Shephard
For someone who is not at all comfortable on the water the Waka Ama was such an enjoyable thrill....
Aroha, Marty, Karen and Nic (I think) were the ultimate trainers and are such a great advert for the Maitahi Outrigger Canoe Club. Their teaching and explanations were clear and easy to understand which for me removed my concern about actually being on the water. It is obvious that this group of people have a passion for their sport and it shows. It also rubbed off on the ladies who did the Waka Ama part of boating as several of us have expressed and interest in joining the club...
Posted for Shirley Shephard
13 October 2009
12 October 2009
Rowing
Remember to bring 'tighter' fitting clothing that is warm, a wind jacket, bottle of water, and long socks (like rugby socks)
On the water Group 1
5.30pm
Armstrong, Rebecca
Brown, Margy
Cleminson, Fiona
Dickinson, Jill
Furkert,Jane
Harper, Kate
Hatton, Jo
Inwood, Ursula
Lord,Jan
Robinson,Kim
Russell,Karen
Wilson, Robyn
On the water Group 2
6.15pm
Halifax,Pat
Meer,Paula
Murray, Leanne
Palmer, Helen
Perkins,Justine
Rainey, Jude
Rutherford,Jodie
Saville,Helen
Sharpe, Rachael
Shelling,Ruth
Stevenson,Jacinda
Weir,Sarah-Jane
On the sliders in the Rowing Clubrooms
6.15pm
Blick Charlotte
Duncan Mercia
Froude Karilyn
Grant Rosalie
Shine Petrina
Widdowson Linda
Williams Linda
Richards Kim
On the water Group 1
5.30pm
Armstrong, Rebecca
Brown, Margy
Cleminson, Fiona
Dickinson, Jill
Furkert,Jane
Harper, Kate
Hatton, Jo
Inwood, Ursula
Lord,Jan
Robinson,Kim
Russell,Karen
Wilson, Robyn
On the water Group 2
6.15pm
Halifax,Pat
Meer,Paula
Murray, Leanne
Palmer, Helen
Perkins,Justine
Rainey, Jude
Rutherford,Jodie
Saville,Helen
Sharpe, Rachael
Shelling,Ruth
Stevenson,Jacinda
Weir,Sarah-Jane
On the sliders in the Rowing Clubrooms
6.15pm
Blick Charlotte
Duncan Mercia
Froude Karilyn
Grant Rosalie
Shine Petrina
Widdowson Linda
Williams Linda
Richards Kim
Waka Ama Commands
Hoe kia rite - Set up your paddles in the ready position
Hoea - Paddle!
Kia mau - Stop paddling
or:
Rangimarie - Peace (stop paddling)
Parts of a Waka
Waka - Hull
Ama - Stabilising secondary hull
Kiato - Joins secondary hull to main hull
Hoe - The paddle
Waka Names
Mangopare (hammerhead shark)
Mangoripi (thresher shark)
Tiaki (protect and guard)
Posted on behalf of Aroha
Hoea - Paddle!
Kia mau - Stop paddling
or:
Rangimarie - Peace (stop paddling)
Parts of a Waka
Waka - Hull
Ama - Stabilising secondary hull
Kiato - Joins secondary hull to main hull
Hoe - The paddle
Waka Names
Mangopare (hammerhead shark)
Mangoripi (thresher shark)
Tiaki (protect and guard)
Posted on behalf of Aroha
11 October 2009
Boating this week
Hopefully the weather will be just as good as it was last Tuesday for us this week. Rowing - I have spoken with Terry and he and his team will be endeavouring to get the boats out this week for two sessions of approx 45 minutes. This will make the start time earlier for some - if you have restrictions on time, can you please let me know asap so that I can try to slot you into a preferred time.
Those that attended last week's session will have preference for the water session. Those who didn't attend last week (or the week before) should be able to work on the sliders inside the Rowing Club. I will email you all with more info tomorrow.
Those that attended last week's session will have preference for the water session. Those who didn't attend last week (or the week before) should be able to work on the sliders inside the Rowing Club. I will email you all with more info tomorrow.
07 October 2009
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK WALK
Walk For Wellbeing with Steve Gurney
Bring your family, friends and work colleagues & join Steve on Tahuna Beach before work Thursday 8th October from 7.15am
Energise yourself by participating in one of these easy and fun physical activities!
7.30 - 8.00
“Free and Easy Fitness” session with fitness trainer Gaye Evans
8.00 - 8.30
Walk for Wellbeing with Steve
8.30 - 9.00
Dance with DARNZ Hiphop Salsa
(great for kids and adults alike!)
All at Tahuna Beach this Thursday morning !
Steve will be on the beach with his kite buggy from 7.15am.
If it’s raining, bring your raincoat!!!
For Further information contact: Alison Lewin
Manager – Health Action Trust
PH 03 548 2798 Email: Alison@healthaction.org.nz
Bring your family, friends and work colleagues & join Steve on Tahuna Beach before work Thursday 8th October from 7.15am
Energise yourself by participating in one of these easy and fun physical activities!
7.30 - 8.00
“Free and Easy Fitness” session with fitness trainer Gaye Evans
8.00 - 8.30
Walk for Wellbeing with Steve
8.30 - 9.00
Dance with DARNZ Hiphop Salsa
(great for kids and adults alike!)
All at Tahuna Beach this Thursday morning !
Steve will be on the beach with his kite buggy from 7.15am.
If it’s raining, bring your raincoat!!!
For Further information contact: Alison Lewin
Manager – Health Action Trust
PH 03 548 2798 Email: Alison@healthaction.org.nz
05 October 2009
Boating this week
You should have all received a reminder email today about start times for this week - otherwise scroll down the page to find the related posts that I put up late last week. Enjoy!
Taryn Beattie (who took Group 1 for swimming) now has a website up and running for her massage business - check out www.massagetherapynelson.vpweb.co.nz
Could be a perfect way to 'ease' those aching arm muscles!
Taryn Beattie (who took Group 1 for swimming) now has a website up and running for her massage business - check out www.massagetherapynelson.vpweb.co.nz
Could be a perfect way to 'ease' those aching arm muscles!
04 October 2009
Waimea Harriers 5km Series
Looking for something to do on Wednesday evenings?
The Waimea Harriers 5km Series is starting this Wednesday night and will be on every Wednesday evening for the duration of summer.
Meet Washbourn Garden Carpark Richmond
Start 6.00pm Walkers - 6.15pm Runners
Entry fee $3.00
Prize Giving at El taverna tavern after event
All Welcome
The Waimea Harriers 5km Series is starting this Wednesday night and will be on every Wednesday evening for the duration of summer.
Meet Washbourn Garden Carpark Richmond
Start 6.00pm Walkers - 6.15pm Runners
Entry fee $3.00
Prize Giving at El taverna tavern after event
All Welcome
03 October 2009
Media Interest
Check out Peter Gibb's latest article in which he featured the Nelson Women's Activator Series, in particular Pat Halifax (gorgeous photo) and Alison Warren.
http://www.stuff.co.nz/nelson-mail/sport/the-fitness-zone/2925004/Fitness-a-pleasure-not-a-duty
http://www.stuff.co.nz/nelson-mail/sport/the-fitness-zone/2925004/Fitness-a-pleasure-not-a-duty
V5km on this afternoon
V5k Wairepo 5k
Saturday October 3rd from 2.oopm to 4.pm
Entry Fee $2.00 Koha/Donation
Come and join us for our 5 k fun walk/run up and down the Victory Railway
Reserve.
Spot prizes for people in fancy dress and the best decorated prams, plus
entertainment to keep you going. We will finish with Kai (soup and a roll)
at Victory Community Centre, Totara Street.
Please register that you are going to attend so we can organize the kai,
contact Gareth on 546 8389, email gareth@victory.school.nz or drop into the
Victory Community Centre on Totara Street.
Don't forget about the basic training plans available on the Nelson Events website - for either a 5km, 10km or half - see http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/MahanaHalfTraining.htm for more information.
Saturday October 3rd from 2.oopm to 4.pm
Entry Fee $2.00 Koha/Donation
Come and join us for our 5 k fun walk/run up and down the Victory Railway
Reserve.
Spot prizes for people in fancy dress and the best decorated prams, plus
entertainment to keep you going. We will finish with Kai (soup and a roll)
at Victory Community Centre, Totara Street.
Please register that you are going to attend so we can organize the kai,
contact Gareth on 546 8389, email gareth@victory.school.nz or drop into the
Victory Community Centre on Totara Street.
Don't forget about the basic training plans available on the Nelson Events website - for either a 5km, 10km or half - see http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/MahanaHalfTraining.htm for more information.
02 October 2009
Rowing
Start Times are as follows:
6pm
Brown Margy
Harper Kate
Inwood Ursula
RobinsonKim
Russell Karen
Wilson Robyn
Hatton Jo
Armstrong Rebecca
Blick Charlotte
Cleminson Fiona
Dickinson Jill
Duncan Mercia
Froude Karilyn
Furkert Jane
Grant Rosalie
Lord Jan
6.30pm
Meer Paula
Halifax Pat
Murray Leanne
Palmer Helen
Perkins Justine
Rainey Jude
Richards Kim
Rutherford Jodie
Saville Helen
Sharpe Rachael
Shelling Ruth
Shine Petrina
Stevenson Jacinda
Weir Sarah-Jane
Widdowson Linda
Williams Linda
6pm
Brown Margy
Harper Kate
Inwood Ursula
RobinsonKim
Russell Karen
Wilson Robyn
Hatton Jo
Armstrong Rebecca
Blick Charlotte
Cleminson Fiona
Dickinson Jill
Duncan Mercia
Froude Karilyn
Furkert Jane
Grant Rosalie
Lord Jan
6.30pm
Meer Paula
Halifax Pat
Murray Leanne
Palmer Helen
Perkins Justine
Rainey Jude
Richards Kim
Rutherford Jodie
Saville Helen
Sharpe Rachael
Shelling Ruth
Shine Petrina
Stevenson Jacinda
Weir Sarah-Jane
Widdowson Linda
Williams Linda
Yachting next week
Some reminders:
Start time- 6pm at the Tasman Bay Cruising Club – you will meet your skippers then go to boats by 6.15 and plan to be back around 8pm. That should give you 1-1.5 hours on the water- from leaving marina to back again.
Clothing comfortable warm trousers ( tracksuit type pants are ideal) warm tops, jackets. Shoes- sneakers/trainer types – white or light soled ( not black or dark soled). Sun block and sunglasses/hats – suggest you have both these on strings to stop the sea goblins eating them!!!!! If you have your own life jacket and want to bring it that’s fine- all boats will have enough. (no jeans or clothing with metal studs etc )
Please also remember to pop the red membership cards you received last week into your bags
Anne
Copelia B and Lisa W - can you confirm if you will be there or not on Tuesday - thanks, Amanda
Start time- 6pm at the Tasman Bay Cruising Club – you will meet your skippers then go to boats by 6.15 and plan to be back around 8pm. That should give you 1-1.5 hours on the water- from leaving marina to back again.
Clothing comfortable warm trousers ( tracksuit type pants are ideal) warm tops, jackets. Shoes- sneakers/trainer types – white or light soled ( not black or dark soled). Sun block and sunglasses/hats – suggest you have both these on strings to stop the sea goblins eating them!!!!! If you have your own life jacket and want to bring it that’s fine- all boats will have enough. (no jeans or clothing with metal studs etc )
Please also remember to pop the red membership cards you received last week into your bags
Anne
Copelia B and Lisa W - can you confirm if you will be there or not on Tuesday - thanks, Amanda
30 September 2009
Start Times for next week
WAKA AMA
Start next week at 6.15pm
ROWING
There will be two start times next week, one at 6pm, and one at 6.30pm. Terry and the team will be getting the sliders out, which helps teach you the basics of how it will feel on the water, where you will hopefully be on the final week. If you have a preference for either time slot can you please let me know by Thursday evening, otherwise I will assign you randomly to one of these.
YACHTING
Start next week at 6.00pm. For those of you that missed last night, Anne is going to forward me some basic info which I will then forward onto you.
Again, if you know you won't be coming can you let me know asap so that I can let the different instructors know.
Start next week at 6.15pm
ROWING
There will be two start times next week, one at 6pm, and one at 6.30pm. Terry and the team will be getting the sliders out, which helps teach you the basics of how it will feel on the water, where you will hopefully be on the final week. If you have a preference for either time slot can you please let me know by Thursday evening, otherwise I will assign you randomly to one of these.
YACHTING
Start next week at 6.00pm. For those of you that missed last night, Anne is going to forward me some basic info which I will then forward onto you.
Again, if you know you won't be coming can you let me know asap so that I can let the different instructors know.
29 September 2009
Boating Session Alterations
Waka Ama will now meet at the Nelson Rowing Club at 6.30pm (just around a little bit from where you were orginally going to meet). This will be an indoor session. Please note that corporate rowing is on at the Nelson Rowing Club prior to this, so please wait until they have left before entering.
As all three sessions are indoors this week, you will be covering the aspects of the boat, technique, safety etc - so it is important that you attend if you intend to be out on the water in the following weeks.
See you tonight :)
As all three sessions are indoors this week, you will be covering the aspects of the boat, technique, safety etc - so it is important that you attend if you intend to be out on the water in the following weeks.
See you tonight :)
Is it still on if it's wet?
Absolutely! Most have indoor venues so the sessions will still go on. If there is any change then I will post info here. Bring a jacket with you :)
28 September 2009
Boating Session Start Times
Rowing: 6.30pm
Waka Ama: 6.15pm
Yachting: 6.30pm this week (may be 6pm next week - check with Anne tomorrow night)
Waka Ama: 6.15pm
Yachting: 6.30pm this week (may be 6pm next week - check with Anne tomorrow night)
27 September 2009
Boating Sessions Begin
This week the boating sessions begin - hope you are all excited! I have emailed out some basic information that your experts had passed on to me, which includes info on what to wear, what to bring, where to meet etc. If you haven't received this then please let me know. Remember that the sessions do start earlier too (gone are the 7pm starts).
24 September 2009
Benefits of Massage - Taryn Beattie
Benefits of Massage for Athletes:
Therapeutic massage helps the body recover from the stresses of strenuous exercise, and facilitates the rebuilding phase of conditioning. The physiological benefits of massage include improved blood and lymph circulation, muscle relaxation, and general relaxation. These, in turn, lead to removal of waste products and better cell nutrition, normalization and greater elasticity of tissues, deactivation of trigger points, and faster healing of injuries. It all adds up to relief from soreness and stiffness, better flexibility, and less potential for future injury.
In addition to general recovery, massage may also focus on specific muscles used in a sport or fitness activity. For example, areas of greater stress for runners and dancers are in the legs, for swimmers in the upper body, for tennis players in the arms. These areas are more likely to be tight, lose flexibility, and develop trigger points.
Every BODY deserves a massage
Taryn Beattie
0272153861
9 Evergreen Way Stoke
www.massagetherapynelson.vpweb.co.nz
Therapeutic massage helps the body recover from the stresses of strenuous exercise, and facilitates the rebuilding phase of conditioning. The physiological benefits of massage include improved blood and lymph circulation, muscle relaxation, and general relaxation. These, in turn, lead to removal of waste products and better cell nutrition, normalization and greater elasticity of tissues, deactivation of trigger points, and faster healing of injuries. It all adds up to relief from soreness and stiffness, better flexibility, and less potential for future injury.
In addition to general recovery, massage may also focus on specific muscles used in a sport or fitness activity. For example, areas of greater stress for runners and dancers are in the legs, for swimmers in the upper body, for tennis players in the arms. These areas are more likely to be tight, lose flexibility, and develop trigger points.
Every BODY deserves a massage
Taryn Beattie
0272153861
9 Evergreen Way Stoke
www.massagetherapynelson.vpweb.co.nz
Free one week trials at Riverside
Hi everyone,
I hope you all enjoyed the indoor tri here at Riverside on Tuesday, it looked like great fun! I just thought I would remind you that we offer FREE one week trials - have unlimited use of the facility for FREE, for a whole week! Use the gym, pool and spa at your leisure or jump into as many of our great aqua classes as you wish! Our friendly and qualified gym instructors will show you around, familiarise you with the equipment and guide you through a personally designed programme, and you won't have to pay a cent! And there is no obligation whatsoever to join once your trial has finished (although we are confident you will enjoy it so much that you will want to keep coming back!) For more info, call us on 546 3221 and we will be more than happy to help.
Enjoy the boating next week, and I hope to see you back here at Riverside soon!
Jo :)
I hope you all enjoyed the indoor tri here at Riverside on Tuesday, it looked like great fun! I just thought I would remind you that we offer FREE one week trials - have unlimited use of the facility for FREE, for a whole week! Use the gym, pool and spa at your leisure or jump into as many of our great aqua classes as you wish! Our friendly and qualified gym instructors will show you around, familiarise you with the equipment and guide you through a personally designed programme, and you won't have to pay a cent! And there is no obligation whatsoever to join once your trial has finished (although we are confident you will enjoy it so much that you will want to keep coming back!) For more info, call us on 546 3221 and we will be more than happy to help.
Enjoy the boating next week, and I hope to see you back here at Riverside soon!
Jo :)
23 September 2009
Boating Sessions
A list of who is doing what for the next three weeks is listed below. I will email information on where to meet, what to wear etc later in the week.
WAKA AMA
Archer Beryl, Ballantyne Marguerite,Barnett Karen,Campkin Lisa, Clark Megan, Coghlan Mary, Duggan Michelle, Escreet Judith, Heta Cheryl, Hunter Carol, Lovell Anna, McCarthy Helen, Mowat Rhonda, Nichol Jane,Norton Judith, Pirc Jerri, Randall Chrissy, Roshier Diane, Sargeant Angela, Shepard Shirley, Sussmilch Jane, Talwar Renu, Ustin Jennifer, van Loon Christa, Warren Alison, Watson Gillian, Winterton Sioned, Woodward-Leth Rebecca, Yates Felicity, Young Fiona
ROWING
Armstrong Rebecca, Blick Charlotte, Brown Margy, Cleminon Fiona, Dickinson Jill, Duncan Mercia, Froude Karilyn, Furkert Jane, Grant Rosalie, Halifax Pat, Harper Kate, Hatton Jo, Inwood Ursula, Lord Jan, Meer Paula, Murray Leanne, Palmer Helen, Perkins Justine, Rainey Jude, Richards Kim, Robinson Kim, Russell Karen, Rutherford Jodie, Saville Helen, Sharpe Rachael, Shelling Ruth, Shine Petrina, Stevenson Jacinda, Weir Sarah-Jane, Widdowson Linda, Williams Linda, Wilson Robyn, Wilson Wendy
YACHTING
Bailey Copelia, Bowron Sarah, Brodbeck Ruth, Charlesworth Kerry, Crook Karen, Doherty Sarah, Flavell Yvonne, Goodin Robyn, Hart Alison, Komarovsky Jenni, Kraak Anita, Lulham Fiona, Malthus Rebekah, Opatrny Gayl, Phipps Amanda, Reese Rachel, Richards Laura, Rock Katherine, Simonsen Cherie, Spori Angela, Tavener Janet, Tolmie Lindsey, Townshend Sonja, van Riet Rochelle, Walker Barbara, Williams Lisa, Woodbury Nicola, Woodhouse Jeannie, Woottan Kim, Young Amanda
WAKA AMA
Archer Beryl, Ballantyne Marguerite,Barnett Karen,Campkin Lisa, Clark Megan, Coghlan Mary, Duggan Michelle, Escreet Judith, Heta Cheryl, Hunter Carol, Lovell Anna, McCarthy Helen, Mowat Rhonda, Nichol Jane,Norton Judith, Pirc Jerri, Randall Chrissy, Roshier Diane, Sargeant Angela, Shepard Shirley, Sussmilch Jane, Talwar Renu, Ustin Jennifer, van Loon Christa, Warren Alison, Watson Gillian, Winterton Sioned, Woodward-Leth Rebecca, Yates Felicity, Young Fiona
ROWING
Armstrong Rebecca, Blick Charlotte, Brown Margy, Cleminon Fiona, Dickinson Jill, Duncan Mercia, Froude Karilyn, Furkert Jane, Grant Rosalie, Halifax Pat, Harper Kate, Hatton Jo, Inwood Ursula, Lord Jan, Meer Paula, Murray Leanne, Palmer Helen, Perkins Justine, Rainey Jude, Richards Kim, Robinson Kim, Russell Karen, Rutherford Jodie, Saville Helen, Sharpe Rachael, Shelling Ruth, Shine Petrina, Stevenson Jacinda, Weir Sarah-Jane, Widdowson Linda, Williams Linda, Wilson Robyn, Wilson Wendy
YACHTING
Bailey Copelia, Bowron Sarah, Brodbeck Ruth, Charlesworth Kerry, Crook Karen, Doherty Sarah, Flavell Yvonne, Goodin Robyn, Hart Alison, Komarovsky Jenni, Kraak Anita, Lulham Fiona, Malthus Rebekah, Opatrny Gayl, Phipps Amanda, Reese Rachel, Richards Laura, Rock Katherine, Simonsen Cherie, Spori Angela, Tavener Janet, Tolmie Lindsey, Townshend Sonja, van Riet Rochelle, Walker Barbara, Williams Lisa, Woodbury Nicola, Woodhouse Jeannie, Woottan Kim, Young Amanda
Congratulations!
Well done on completing the indoor tri last night - it's not easy doing three different sports straight after the other. I was very impressed with the quality of your swimming style, especially considering it was the final discipline. You are looking classy ladies! Well done. :)
21 September 2009
This week's session
I am just putting the finishing touches to tomorrow night's plan and sorting out the indoor bikes. I have enough wind trainers but need two more bikes - if you have a bike that you would be able to bring and use (and let about five or six other women also use), can you please let me know. It gets put onto a wind trainer - the front wheel comes off, and the back wheel is secured onto a roller type system.
I will email everyone soon with more details about tomorrow night's session.
I will email everyone soon with more details about tomorrow night's session.
17 September 2009
Gaye Evans Fitness Training
If you missed out on picking up one of Gaye's free session vouchers as last week's session, don't fret, as I will bring them along to this Tuesday's session also. If you have any queries, feel free to email Gaye on gayeevans@xtra.co.nz, or ring her on (03) 546 3960 or check out her website www.fitnesstraining.co.nz
We will see Gaye again during our running and walking program as she will be on hand to give you some great tips on how to build your core. More on this to come ....
We will see Gaye again during our running and walking program as she will be on hand to give you some great tips on how to build your core. More on this to come ....
A bit of admin ....
In preparation for next week's session - if you did not put a highlighter mark next to week 4 on the registration sheet on Tuesday to indicate your intention of coming to next Tuesday night's Indoor Tri and you do plan on coming, can you please email me to let me know so that I can arrange enough wind trainers/indoor bikes and assign you a start time.
The Indoor Tri involves five minutes of biking, followed by five minutes of aqua jogging and then five minutes of swimming (either widths or lengths). It is at your own pace, and you will complete it in small groups.
Also - if you know you won't be able to make any of the upcoming boating sessions can you also please email me so that I can ensure there are enough club members and boats available for those that are planning on coming. Please note that two of these sessions falls inside the school holidays.
The Indoor Tri involves five minutes of biking, followed by five minutes of aqua jogging and then five minutes of swimming (either widths or lengths). It is at your own pace, and you will complete it in small groups.
Also - if you know you won't be able to make any of the upcoming boating sessions can you also please email me so that I can ensure there are enough club members and boats available for those that are planning on coming. Please note that two of these sessions falls inside the school holidays.
16 September 2009
Go Red for Women campaign
The annual New Zealand Woman’s Weekly ‘Go Red For Women’ issue is on the shelves this week. It has Carol Hirschfield on the cover and is packed with Go Red For Women tips and advice.
We'd like to ask for your help in capturing the hearts of New Zealand women by making them aware of the serious risk that heart disease poses to them.
Heart disease is the single biggest cause of death amongst women in New Zealand. Even worse is the fact that 74% of kiwi women over 20 are totally unaware of this statistic.
That means some of your friends, loved ones, work colleagues, or even family members like your nana or your sister could be blissfully unaware of something that endangers them.
We're determined to spread the word to every single one of these women, and we would really like your help to do this.
Because you are someone who supports the Heart Foundation, we've created a unique heart for you on our special Go Red For Women website. Please go there and enter your details to find yours. Then help us spread the word by entering the email addresses of female friends and family members you would like to alert about the risk of heart disease. We'll invite them to show their support by adding their hearts to the page and inviting their friends and family to do so.
Please also forward this message to as many women you can. If everybody in the 26% who are aware of the risks do this together, we can capture and help secure the hearts of New Zealand's women against heart disease.
Thank you,
Rt Hon Dame Jenny Shipley
Patron, Heart Foundation Go Red For Women
Posted on behalf of Averil West - National Heart Foundation
We'd like to ask for your help in capturing the hearts of New Zealand women by making them aware of the serious risk that heart disease poses to them.
Heart disease is the single biggest cause of death amongst women in New Zealand. Even worse is the fact that 74% of kiwi women over 20 are totally unaware of this statistic.
That means some of your friends, loved ones, work colleagues, or even family members like your nana or your sister could be blissfully unaware of something that endangers them.
We're determined to spread the word to every single one of these women, and we would really like your help to do this.
Because you are someone who supports the Heart Foundation, we've created a unique heart for you on our special Go Red For Women website. Please go there and enter your details to find yours. Then help us spread the word by entering the email addresses of female friends and family members you would like to alert about the risk of heart disease. We'll invite them to show their support by adding their hearts to the page and inviting their friends and family to do so.
Please also forward this message to as many women you can. If everybody in the 26% who are aware of the risks do this together, we can capture and help secure the hearts of New Zealand's women against heart disease.
Thank you,
Rt Hon Dame Jenny Shipley
Patron, Heart Foundation Go Red For Women
Posted on behalf of Averil West - National Heart Foundation
15 September 2009
1.5m to survive
Would you stand on the spot with your back towards a truck as it drives towards you at 100km/h, knowing it was going to pass within a metre?
Plain Lunacy? This is an everyday occurrence for cyclists on our roads.
1.5m To Survive is your call to action!
There are nearly 1.5 million of us riding bikes in New Zealand, yet the Ministry of Transport's 10-year road safety strategy discussion document has little to address the safety needs of cyclists. We must act now, (right now...September) if we want cycling conditions on our roads to improve in the next 10 years. This is your moment to speak out!! Submissions close Friday October 2nd, 2009.
Take action!.....
1) Vote for 1.5m To Survive (online petition)
2) Read more on RideStrong's submission, or read the full press release here
3) Have your say- tell us your thoughts in the forums
4) If we don't have our say NOW, we'll be ignored for another 10 years. Forward this viral campaign to all of your cycling friends and family. Aim for at least 5!
5) Make sure you have signed up to RideStrong
Information taken from the RideStrong website - visit http://www.ridestrong.org.nz/RS/blogs/about_ridestrong/pages/1-5m-for-1-5m.aspx for more information on this campaign and to find out how to sign the petition
Plain Lunacy? This is an everyday occurrence for cyclists on our roads.
1.5m To Survive is your call to action!
There are nearly 1.5 million of us riding bikes in New Zealand, yet the Ministry of Transport's 10-year road safety strategy discussion document has little to address the safety needs of cyclists. We must act now, (right now...September) if we want cycling conditions on our roads to improve in the next 10 years. This is your moment to speak out!! Submissions close Friday October 2nd, 2009.
Take action!.....
1) Vote for 1.5m To Survive (online petition)
2) Read more on RideStrong's submission, or read the full press release here
3) Have your say- tell us your thoughts in the forums
4) If we don't have our say NOW, we'll be ignored for another 10 years. Forward this viral campaign to all of your cycling friends and family. Aim for at least 5!
5) Make sure you have signed up to RideStrong
Information taken from the RideStrong website - visit http://www.ridestrong.org.nz/RS/blogs/about_ridestrong/pages/1-5m-for-1-5m.aspx for more information on this campaign and to find out how to sign the petition
14 September 2009
Session 3: Swimming and Aquajogging
This week you will again spend time on swim technique with your instructors - Taryn for Group 1, Jo for Group 2 and Jon for Group 3 and Gaye will be there down the deep end for aqua jogging.
This week will run the same as last week, except those in Groups 2 and 3 that swam first will aquajog first this week, and those in Groups 2 and 3 that aqua jogged first will swim first. After twenty minutes, these two groups will again switch, then at 7.40pm Group 1 will have their chance to head to the deep end for some aqua jogging. Remember, if you only want to aqua jog and not swim, then head directly to Gaye.
I have emailed you all a form that I would like you to bring with you tomorrow night if possible. This is just some additional information that I need to have on file in case of emergency - it asks for the person for myself (or the relevant instructor) to contact should they need it, and any known medical conditions that we should be aware of. Please let me know if you are not receiving my emails.
Don't forget to get your entries in quickly for Run Mahana if you want to take advantage of the Activator discount. As a participant in the 2009 series Nelson Events are offering $10 off the entry price to either the 5km, 10km or Half Marathon event. Every adult finisher receives a bottle of wine straight from the cellar door of Woollaston Estates, and $5 of every entry goes to the Nelson branch of the Prostate Cancer Foundation so for $25 (10km and Half) and $20 (5km) it is exceptional value and a great motivator to get out on the pavements! This discount will no longer apply after the 30th of September so get them in quick!
Full information including training plans are available at www.nelsonevents.co.nz
This week will run the same as last week, except those in Groups 2 and 3 that swam first will aquajog first this week, and those in Groups 2 and 3 that aqua jogged first will swim first. After twenty minutes, these two groups will again switch, then at 7.40pm Group 1 will have their chance to head to the deep end for some aqua jogging. Remember, if you only want to aqua jog and not swim, then head directly to Gaye.
I have emailed you all a form that I would like you to bring with you tomorrow night if possible. This is just some additional information that I need to have on file in case of emergency - it asks for the person for myself (or the relevant instructor) to contact should they need it, and any known medical conditions that we should be aware of. Please let me know if you are not receiving my emails.
Don't forget to get your entries in quickly for Run Mahana if you want to take advantage of the Activator discount. As a participant in the 2009 series Nelson Events are offering $10 off the entry price to either the 5km, 10km or Half Marathon event. Every adult finisher receives a bottle of wine straight from the cellar door of Woollaston Estates, and $5 of every entry goes to the Nelson branch of the Prostate Cancer Foundation so for $25 (10km and Half) and $20 (5km) it is exceptional value and a great motivator to get out on the pavements! This discount will no longer apply after the 30th of September so get them in quick!
Full information including training plans are available at www.nelsonevents.co.nz
$50 Aqua class concession special!
Hi there!
I hope you are all enjoying the Womens activator activities, it is great to see you all down here at Riverside pool on Tuesday evenings!
If you have been enjoying the aquajogging, I'm excited to let you all know that we have 10 visit Aqua class concession cards available to participants of the Women's Activator Series, for use at Riverside pool, for only $50. That works out to be just $5 a class! These can be used for any of our fantastic Aquafit, Aquajogging and Aquanatal classes. Give the Aquafit classes a go too - they are a great fun way to workout - and even better if you bring your friends!
Aquajogging Classes (60 minutes) run:
Mondays and Wednesdays at 6.30pm
Tuesdays at 9.30am
Fridays at 12.00pm
Aquafit classes (50 minutes) run:
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9.30am
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6.00pm
Come on down to Riverside reception where we will issue you with your concession card. For any more info please don't hesitate to call us on (03) 546 3221.
This great offer will only be available until the end of November!
See you soon,
Jo @ Riverside :)
I hope you are all enjoying the Womens activator activities, it is great to see you all down here at Riverside pool on Tuesday evenings!
If you have been enjoying the aquajogging, I'm excited to let you all know that we have 10 visit Aqua class concession cards available to participants of the Women's Activator Series, for use at Riverside pool, for only $50. That works out to be just $5 a class! These can be used for any of our fantastic Aquafit, Aquajogging and Aquanatal classes. Give the Aquafit classes a go too - they are a great fun way to workout - and even better if you bring your friends!
Aquajogging Classes (60 minutes) run:
Mondays and Wednesdays at 6.30pm
Tuesdays at 9.30am
Fridays at 12.00pm
Aquafit classes (50 minutes) run:
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9.30am
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6.00pm
Come on down to Riverside reception where we will issue you with your concession card. For any more info please don't hesitate to call us on (03) 546 3221.
This great offer will only be available until the end of November!
See you soon,
Jo @ Riverside :)
11 September 2009
Activator all action
The 2009/2010 Nelson Women’s Activator Series has begun with the first two swim sessions being held at Riverside Pool under the expert guidance of Jon Linyard (Nelson Triathlon Club), Jo Hatton, Taryn Beattie and Fiona Braid (CLM Riverside Pool). This week participants also enjoyed the aqua jogging instruction of Gaye Evans. This year’s series has proved extremely popular and places filled very quickly. But anyone still keen to be involved to send their registration into Council and they will get contact information with the relevant clubs and organisations to help them on the path to a more active lifestyle.
Nelson City Council would like to thank the following groups for their involvement in last year’s pilot and also those helping with this year’s Nelson Women’s Activator Series.
CLM Riverside Pool, ASB Aquatic Centre, Jon Linyard, Jo Hatton, Taryn Beattie, Fiona Braid, Gaye Evans Personal Training, Lionel Padial – Oneflow Swimming, Tasman Gold Master Swimming, Nelson Masters Swimming, Maitahi Outrigger Canoe Club, Nelson Rowing Club, Nelson Yacht Club, National Heart Foundation, Annette Nistor (Dietician), NBS Nelson Striders Community Running and Walking Group, Nordic Walking Nelson. Greg Lineham, Lyndon Chandler (Nayland Physiotherapy), Brett Meehan (Shoe Clinic Nelson), Rachel Dixon (Personal Trainer – Devine Fitness), Carol Cooper (On the Ball Training), Nelson Triathlon & Multisport Club, Nelson Orienteering Club, Cycling Nelson, Nelson Mountainbike Club, Sandra Vincent, Jane Rose, Britta Martin, Brenda Clapp, Biking Nelson, Bike HQ, Nelson Events.
Nelson City Council would like to thank the following groups for their involvement in last year’s pilot and also those helping with this year’s Nelson Women’s Activator Series.
CLM Riverside Pool, ASB Aquatic Centre, Jon Linyard, Jo Hatton, Taryn Beattie, Fiona Braid, Gaye Evans Personal Training, Lionel Padial – Oneflow Swimming, Tasman Gold Master Swimming, Nelson Masters Swimming, Maitahi Outrigger Canoe Club, Nelson Rowing Club, Nelson Yacht Club, National Heart Foundation, Annette Nistor (Dietician), NBS Nelson Striders Community Running and Walking Group, Nordic Walking Nelson. Greg Lineham, Lyndon Chandler (Nayland Physiotherapy), Brett Meehan (Shoe Clinic Nelson), Rachel Dixon (Personal Trainer – Devine Fitness), Carol Cooper (On the Ball Training), Nelson Triathlon & Multisport Club, Nelson Orienteering Club, Cycling Nelson, Nelson Mountainbike Club, Sandra Vincent, Jane Rose, Britta Martin, Brenda Clapp, Biking Nelson, Bike HQ, Nelson Events.
10 September 2009
Heart Foundation Support Requested
As one of the key funders for the pilot series last year and also involved in the current Nelson Women's Activator Series, the Nelson branch of the Heart Foundation is asking for your help. Please see below:
It is common knowledge that smoking is harmful to us all –smokers and non-smokers.
Research tells us that very few adults become smokers hence the drive by tobacco companies to ‘recruit’ young people into smoking. (They call them the ‘replacement smokers’)
Research also tells us that many people are prompted into buying tobacco products by the point of sale displays.
To assist young people to remain smokefree and support smokers attempting to quit it is important that tobacco products are removed from displays. Can you please support us in our attempt to ban tobacco displays by writing to your local MP and requesting their support on this matter.
Averil has sample letters that can be used or alternatively you can download one from www.protectourchildren.org.nz
For more information give Averil a call on (03) 545 7112 (mornings only).
It is common knowledge that smoking is harmful to us all –smokers and non-smokers.
Research tells us that very few adults become smokers hence the drive by tobacco companies to ‘recruit’ young people into smoking. (They call them the ‘replacement smokers’)
Research also tells us that many people are prompted into buying tobacco products by the point of sale displays.
To assist young people to remain smokefree and support smokers attempting to quit it is important that tobacco products are removed from displays. Can you please support us in our attempt to ban tobacco displays by writing to your local MP and requesting their support on this matter.
Averil has sample letters that can be used or alternatively you can download one from www.protectourchildren.org.nz
For more information give Averil a call on (03) 545 7112 (mornings only).
09 September 2009
How are those muscles?
I hope you all enjoyed getting put through the paces by the wonderful Gaye Evans down the deep end last night for your introduction to aqua-jogging. Gaye will be back next week to take you again, as will Taryn (Group 1), Jo (Group 2) and Jon will be back from his journey to the World Triathlon Champs. A big thanks to Fiona Braid from CLM Riverside Pool for giving you some neat kicking drills last night. Remember, if you want to take your swimming further then seek out your instructors and talk to them about further tuition and what is available.
Some helpful websites:
Gaye Evans Personal Training http://www.fitnesstraining.co.nz/
CLM Riversie Pool
http://www.clmnz.co.nz/riverside/
ASB Aquatic Centre
http://www.clmnz.co.nz/asb/
To discuss swimming or massage with Taryn - please contact her directly (details on the final page of your booklet)
07 September 2009
This week's session
This week you will spend time on swim technique with your instructors from last week (although Jon won't be here this week as he is off to Worlds, but the lovely Fiona will be there in his place). You will also have the chance to run in water - aquajogging with Gaye Evans.
If you want to change swim groups from last week, can you please send me a quick email so that I can plan how to structure tomorrow's session accordingly.
Look forward to seeing you back in the pool tomorrow night,
Amanda :)
If you want to change swim groups from last week, can you please send me a quick email so that I can plan how to structure tomorrow's session accordingly.
Look forward to seeing you back in the pool tomorrow night,
Amanda :)
04 September 2009
Swim Guidance
Are you after some more help with your swimming? Then the Tasman Gold Masters Swimming Club are running 30 minute introductory sessions on Thursday evenings at the ASB Aquatic Centre. These are for people who already have some ability, are over 20 and can swim at least 100 metres. For more info contact Jude on 541 0855 or Eileen on 547 8456.
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V5km
V5k Wairepo 5k
Saturday October 3rd from 2.oopm to 4.pm
Entry Fee $2.00 Koha/Donation
Come and join us for our 5 k fun walk/run up and down the Victory Railway
Reserve.
Spot prizes for people in fancy dress and the best decorated prams, plus
entertainment to keep you going. We will finish with Kai (soup and a roll)
at Victory Community Centre, Totara Street.
Please register that you are going to attend so we can organize the kai,
contact Gareth on 546 8389, email gareth@victory.school.nz or drop into the
Victory Community Centre on Totara Street.
Saturday October 3rd from 2.oopm to 4.pm
Entry Fee $2.00 Koha/Donation
Come and join us for our 5 k fun walk/run up and down the Victory Railway
Reserve.
Spot prizes for people in fancy dress and the best decorated prams, plus
entertainment to keep you going. We will finish with Kai (soup and a roll)
at Victory Community Centre, Totara Street.
Please register that you are going to attend so we can organize the kai,
contact Gareth on 546 8389, email gareth@victory.school.nz or drop into the
Victory Community Centre on Totara Street.
03 September 2009
Not swimming?
If you are not taking part in the swim sessions then don't forget that the NBS Nelson Striders meet every Tuesday night from the 'Striders Carpark' - opposite the Suter Art Gallery on Bridge St, at 5.45pm for a approx 45 min-1hr walk or run (two groups) around the streets and tracks of Nelson. No one is ever left behind and everyone is welcome. No fees either!
For more information call Averil on (03) 548 3655 or check out www.nelsonstriders.co.nz
For more information call Averil on (03) 548 3655 or check out www.nelsonstriders.co.nz
02 September 2009
Swim Passes
For those of you that have signed up for a swim pass either at Riverside Pool or at the ASB Aquatic Centre - you can start utilising it.
For the ASB Aquatic Centre - take the membership form I emailed you in and exchange it for your swipe card at reception.
For Riverside Pool - your swim cards will be at reception soon, but they have a list with your name on it in the meantime.
So no excuses - get in there!
For the ASB Aquatic Centre - take the membership form I emailed you in and exchange it for your swipe card at reception.
For Riverside Pool - your swim cards will be at reception soon, but they have a list with your name on it in the meantime.
So no excuses - get in there!
Sore muscles
Has anyone got sore muscles from last night's first session? Not surprising if you have - especially if you haven't swum in a long time. The pain will subside, so don't panic! Don't forget to contact Taryn if you want to book in for a well deserved massage. Details in your booklet. :)
01 September 2009
Session 1: Riverside Pool
The series kicks off tonight. As tonight is an introductory night and there will be a large number of ladies heading to the changing rooms can we work it as follows:
Those women that have ordered a swim pass (either at Riverside or ASB Aquatic Centre) come into the pool and go straight to the side of the pool (by the far wall). Those ladies that haven't ordered a swim pass can get changed first. Put a warm top on over your togs as we will be talking for the first 10-15 minutes before getting in the water. Then, once the talking and introductions are over, the ladies in their togs will hit the water, and the others can get changed in the change rooms. We will have two mini sessions in the water tonight.
Next week, we will rotate the swimming with the aquajogging, this is just for tonight. See you soon!
Those women that have ordered a swim pass (either at Riverside or ASB Aquatic Centre) come into the pool and go straight to the side of the pool (by the far wall). Those ladies that haven't ordered a swim pass can get changed first. Put a warm top on over your togs as we will be talking for the first 10-15 minutes before getting in the water. Then, once the talking and introductions are over, the ladies in their togs will hit the water, and the others can get changed in the change rooms. We will have two mini sessions in the water tonight.
Next week, we will rotate the swimming with the aquajogging, this is just for tonight. See you soon!
2009/2010 Partcipants
Hello Active Woman,
You should have received a confirmation email notifying you of your acceptance into the series - if you haven't, then email me and I can check that I have your email correct nelsonactivator@gmail.com
All spots filled really quickly, and by 4.30pm on Friday afternoon all spots had been taken.
For those of you that have missed out, I am sending through an email to you also, but it is taking me a little time to get through them all!
I have posted a list of the names of those that have made it into the series initially, and will take this down after tonight's session.
Remember, if you have any questions please email or call me.
You should have received a confirmation email notifying you of your acceptance into the series - if you haven't, then email me and I can check that I have your email correct nelsonactivator@gmail.com
All spots filled really quickly, and by 4.30pm on Friday afternoon all spots had been taken.
For those of you that have missed out, I am sending through an email to you also, but it is taking me a little time to get through them all!
I have posted a list of the names of those that have made it into the series initially, and will take this down after tonight's session.
Remember, if you have any questions please email or call me.
28 August 2009
ALL FULL UP
All places have now been filled. We may be able to open up some more spots later on in the series, so if you would like to be notified if this occurs, send through your registration form to Nelson City Council and I will keep your details on file (don't include any payment yet with it). For those women that have their registrations in the post, we will not process your payment.
26 August 2009
How to use the blog
This is a test post to show how to use the blog (more information on this will be in your introductory booklet you will receive during the series).
24 August 2009
Registration Forms
If you want to download a copy of the registration form then click on the Registration Form link on the right hand side of the blog (under Useful Links)
19 August 2009
Registration Forms are now available
Head into the Nelson City Council to pick up a registration form and sign up to get active this summer!
Spring Strut Stride
Spring Strut Stride is back for 2009
This is your chance to have fun with friends, family or workmates and be in to win some great prizes.
Spring Strut Stride is a game for teams of up to 10 people. If you have more than 10 - make two teams.
Each team sets a walking goal, for example, the length of the South Island. Each walk a member of your team does in a month adds to the total.
Just think - each time you walk to a cafe or a coffee with your friends, or each time you walk the kids to the playground, you're getting closer to your goal.
Visit the website below to read more and to download the registration form.
http://www.healthyas.org.nz/spring-strut-stride/
This is your chance to have fun with friends, family or workmates and be in to win some great prizes.
Spring Strut Stride is a game for teams of up to 10 people. If you have more than 10 - make two teams.
Each team sets a walking goal, for example, the length of the South Island. Each walk a member of your team does in a month adds to the total.
Just think - each time you walk to a cafe or a coffee with your friends, or each time you walk the kids to the playground, you're getting closer to your goal.
Visit the website below to read more and to download the registration form.
http://www.healthyas.org.nz/spring-strut-stride/
18 August 2009
Into the pool
First up on for the 2009 2010 Activator Series is swimming and aquajogging. We have the whole of Riverside Pool for the month of September, and our keen swim instructors will be helping you gain water confidence.
You will self nominate yourself into one of the following three groups for the swim sessions:
* would not feel confident swimming one length
* could swim one or two lengths
* could swim many lengths confidently
You will then have a dedicated swim 'expert' who will take you each week
If you are super keen to get started on your swimming,then head to Masters Swimming on Monday and Wednesday evenings 7.30-8.30pm at Riverside Pool - plenty of lane space to practice in.
You will self nominate yourself into one of the following three groups for the swim sessions:
* would not feel confident swimming one length
* could swim one or two lengths
* could swim many lengths confidently
You will then have a dedicated swim 'expert' who will take you each week
If you are super keen to get started on your swimming,then head to Masters Swimming on Monday and Wednesday evenings 7.30-8.30pm at Riverside Pool - plenty of lane space to practice in.
10 August 2009
Nelson Women's Activator Series 2009
The 2009 2010 series is almost all confirmed and set to open for registrations! A sneak peak at what is on offer this year ...
September
1: Swim Basics & Aquajogging at Riverside Pool
8: Swim Basics & Aquajogging at Riverside Pool
15: Swim Basics & Aquajogging at Riverside Pool
22: Indoor Triathlon - Swim, Indoor Cycle and Aquajogging!
29: Your choice of either Waka Ama, Rowing or Yachting (will depend on numbers)
October
6: Your choice of either Waka Ama, Rowing or Yachting (will depend on numbers)
13: Your choice of either Waka Ama, Rowing or Yachting (will depend on numbers)
20: Nutrition with National Heart Foundation's Averil West and Nelson Dietician Annette Nistor
27: Walking/Running and Correct Support Talk with Brett Meehan (Shoe Clinic)
November:
3: Walking/Running and Injury Prevention Talk with Lyndon Chandler (Physiotherapist)
10: Walking/Running and Nordic Walking (along with Greg Lineham for race walking)
17: Walking Running - off road (trail)
24: Stretching with Rachel Voyce
December:
1: Sea Swimming
8: Sea Swimming
Break for the 'Silly Season'
January:
25: Orienteering - map & compass reading & how to navigate!
February:
1: Orienteering - map & compass reading & how to navigate!
8: Road cycling - cycling etiquette
15: Road Cycling - riding in a bunch
22: Road cycling - covering the Taylors Nelson Women's Tri course
March:
1: Mountainbiking - gear use, braking, bike set up
8: Mountainbiking - off-road riding
15: Mountainbiking - How to ride downhill
29: Mountainbiking - Bike Maintanence - BikeHQ, Bridge St
A fantastic array of sports on offer - go one, motivate yourself and become an active woman! Registrations will be limited this year so be in quick when they do open.
:)
September
1: Swim Basics & Aquajogging at Riverside Pool
8: Swim Basics & Aquajogging at Riverside Pool
15: Swim Basics & Aquajogging at Riverside Pool
22: Indoor Triathlon - Swim, Indoor Cycle and Aquajogging!
29: Your choice of either Waka Ama, Rowing or Yachting (will depend on numbers)
October
6: Your choice of either Waka Ama, Rowing or Yachting (will depend on numbers)
13: Your choice of either Waka Ama, Rowing or Yachting (will depend on numbers)
20: Nutrition with National Heart Foundation's Averil West and Nelson Dietician Annette Nistor
27: Walking/Running and Correct Support Talk with Brett Meehan (Shoe Clinic)
November:
3: Walking/Running and Injury Prevention Talk with Lyndon Chandler (Physiotherapist)
10: Walking/Running and Nordic Walking (along with Greg Lineham for race walking)
17: Walking Running - off road (trail)
24: Stretching with Rachel Voyce
December:
1: Sea Swimming
8: Sea Swimming
Break for the 'Silly Season'
January:
25: Orienteering - map & compass reading & how to navigate!
February:
1: Orienteering - map & compass reading & how to navigate!
8: Road cycling - cycling etiquette
15: Road Cycling - riding in a bunch
22: Road cycling - covering the Taylors Nelson Women's Tri course
March:
1: Mountainbiking - gear use, braking, bike set up
8: Mountainbiking - off-road riding
15: Mountainbiking - How to ride downhill
29: Mountainbiking - Bike Maintanence - BikeHQ, Bridge St
A fantastic array of sports on offer - go one, motivate yourself and become an active woman! Registrations will be limited this year so be in quick when they do open.
:)
07 August 2009
Cycling Nelson Time Trial or 2UP this weekend
Cycling Nelson has the 2UP Time Trial on Sunday. We have made some minor modifications to ensure it works for those training for Nationals and those who are travelling to Nelson this weekend.
The distance is now 32km - it is on an out and back course. Starting at the Upper Moutere Store and travelling to Lower Moutere - returning to finish opposite the store at the Upper Moutere Garage. This can be riden as 2UP or Individual. Entry fee: 2UP Team $15; Individual $7-50.
We also offer a 10km Individual Time Trial for the Juniors and recreational riders. Start/finish - same as above. Entry Fee $10
The Marble Mountain Challenge (Takaka Hill Climb) date has been set. It will be held on Sunday November 8th.
Check www.cyclingnelson.co.nz
Also coming up.....
Te Rauparaha's Revenge - 75km Nelson to Havelock. October 18.
If you or any of your training buddies are into multisport - this is a must.
Nelson Events has their annual Subway Dun Run (25km trail run) on Saturday October 17 To complete this ideal multisport training weekend, hear Trevor Voyce, Nelson's top multisporter, talk about his 2009 Coast to Coast experiences (he placed 2nd) (check www.nelsonevents.co.nz)
Look forward to seeing you on your pedals real soon.
Averil
Cycling Nelson
The distance is now 32km - it is on an out and back course. Starting at the Upper Moutere Store and travelling to Lower Moutere - returning to finish opposite the store at the Upper Moutere Garage. This can be riden as 2UP or Individual. Entry fee: 2UP Team $15; Individual $7-50.
We also offer a 10km Individual Time Trial for the Juniors and recreational riders. Start/finish - same as above. Entry Fee $10
The Marble Mountain Challenge (Takaka Hill Climb) date has been set. It will be held on Sunday November 8th.
Check www.cyclingnelson.co.nz
Also coming up.....
Te Rauparaha's Revenge - 75km Nelson to Havelock. October 18.
If you or any of your training buddies are into multisport - this is a must.
Nelson Events has their annual Subway Dun Run (25km trail run) on Saturday October 17 To complete this ideal multisport training weekend, hear Trevor Voyce, Nelson's top multisporter, talk about his 2009 Coast to Coast experiences (he placed 2nd) (check www.nelsonevents.co.nz)
Look forward to seeing you on your pedals real soon.
Averil
Cycling Nelson
14 July 2009
Series #2 coming soon!
The second Nelson Women's Activator Series is coming soon! Diary Tuesday evenings from September. New sports will be offered this year including Waka Ama (outrigging), Rowing and Orienteering. Watch this space for more developments!
08 July 2009
Run Mahana
Entries are open for the Smiths Sports Shoes Run Mahana - the Half, 10km and new for 2009 the Woollaston Vineyard 5km! And don't forget the new Mohana category - grow or sport a fake moustache and go in the draw for some special prizes. Full details on www.nelsonevents.co.nz
28th November - all based at Woollaston Estates.
Training plans for all three events can be found on the website - click here for more info http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/MahanaHalfTraining.htm
28th November - all based at Woollaston Estates.
Training plans for all three events can be found on the website - click here for more info http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/MahanaHalfTraining.htm
06 July 2009
Annette Nistor on Protein
Protein needs of Athletes
What is protein?
Protein plays many essential roles in the body, it can be used in growth and repair or it can be burned for energy. Protein is a normal part of our diet and is found in animal and plant foods such as meat, dairy, eggs, fish, and chicken. These foods have all the essential amino acids (building blocks) that the body requires, however some protein foods such as legumes and grains are low in essential amino acids. By combining legumes with cereals such as beans on toast, lentils on rice, or nuts with grains such as a peanut butter sandwich, ensures the body gets adequate amounts of amino acids from a meal.
So does exercise increase protein requirements?
Muscle protein is always being made and broken down. Most of our protein comes from the diet. The recommended dietary intake (RDI) for protein in the general population is 55g a day or 1g/kg body weight daily. Strength and endurance athletes need nearly twice the RDI and endurance athletes about 1.5 times RDI.
Fortunately, the high food intake that most athletes have ensures a generous protein intake; usually well above requirements so supplementing is not required. Those athletes who may be at risk of eating too little protein are athletes who are in weight-restricted sports, fussy eaters and dieters. High protein diets are not necessary and run the risk of increasing dehydration, promoting calcium loss from bones and displacing other important nutrients from the diet. It is also unlikely to enhance athletic performance. Excess protein is not stored but rather it is used as an energy source.
Protein supplements do not offer any advantage over normal dietary sources of protein. Dietary protein can provide additional amounts of other nutrients like carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. If you are considering supplementing consult a sports dietician first before you spend all that money.
What is protein?
Protein plays many essential roles in the body, it can be used in growth and repair or it can be burned for energy. Protein is a normal part of our diet and is found in animal and plant foods such as meat, dairy, eggs, fish, and chicken. These foods have all the essential amino acids (building blocks) that the body requires, however some protein foods such as legumes and grains are low in essential amino acids. By combining legumes with cereals such as beans on toast, lentils on rice, or nuts with grains such as a peanut butter sandwich, ensures the body gets adequate amounts of amino acids from a meal.
So does exercise increase protein requirements?
Muscle protein is always being made and broken down. Most of our protein comes from the diet. The recommended dietary intake (RDI) for protein in the general population is 55g a day or 1g/kg body weight daily. Strength and endurance athletes need nearly twice the RDI and endurance athletes about 1.5 times RDI.
Fortunately, the high food intake that most athletes have ensures a generous protein intake; usually well above requirements so supplementing is not required. Those athletes who may be at risk of eating too little protein are athletes who are in weight-restricted sports, fussy eaters and dieters. High protein diets are not necessary and run the risk of increasing dehydration, promoting calcium loss from bones and displacing other important nutrients from the diet. It is also unlikely to enhance athletic performance. Excess protein is not stored but rather it is used as an energy source.
Protein supplements do not offer any advantage over normal dietary sources of protein. Dietary protein can provide additional amounts of other nutrients like carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. If you are considering supplementing consult a sports dietician first before you spend all that money.
30 June 2009
Run Mahana
Entry forms are now available - check out http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/MahanaHalf.htm for more info
Some awesome changes to the event this year including:
The introduction of the Woollaston Vineyard 5km
New start/finish area based at Woollaston Estates
An official Mohana category
An official charity - the Prostate Cancer Foundation of NZ
Some awesome changes to the event this year including:
The introduction of the Woollaston Vineyard 5km
New start/finish area based at Woollaston Estates
An official Mohana category
An official charity - the Prostate Cancer Foundation of NZ
24 June 2009
Nelson's Next Top Swimmers
Are you up for the challenge?
CLM Riverside Pool have four routes for you to take on in the six weeks beginning Monday 29th June.
Cook Strait Ferry Route (92km = 3066 lengths)
Abel Tasman Marahau - Awaroa and return (67km - 2233 lengths)
Nelson to Kaiteriteri (33km = 1100 lengths)
Maitai River (15km = 500 lengths)
Some great prizes up for grabs, and the first 150 people to register get a FREE STARTER PACK.
For more info contact Riverside Pool (03) 546 3221 or email: nelsonaquatics@clmnz.co.nz
CLM Riverside Pool have four routes for you to take on in the six weeks beginning Monday 29th June.
Cook Strait Ferry Route (92km = 3066 lengths)
Abel Tasman Marahau - Awaroa and return (67km - 2233 lengths)
Nelson to Kaiteriteri (33km = 1100 lengths)
Maitai River (15km = 500 lengths)
Some great prizes up for grabs, and the first 150 people to register get a FREE STARTER PACK.
For more info contact Riverside Pool (03) 546 3221 or email: nelsonaquatics@clmnz.co.nz
22 June 2009
Run Mahana
Entry forms for the 2009 Smiths Sports Shoes Mahana Half Marathon & 10km, along with the Woollaston Vineyard 5km will be released soon! Keep watching www.nelsonevents.co.nz for updates.
02 June 2009
Cycling Nelson 20km Ride this weekend
Hi Cyclist
Hope you made the most of a glorious long weekend and gave your bike 'heaps'.
Cycling Nelson invites you to now 'test' your legs and lungs in the Nelson 40 - Sunday June 7.
We have a new course which looks like it will be an awesome ride - check it out on www.cyclingnelson.co.nz
In addition to the 40km is a 20km option - for juniors and non-racers.
Join us on this new circuit - we welcome your feedback afterwards. If you're not up to racing this weekend maybe you'd like to help as a marshall - let me know, we'd really appreciate it.
Averil West
Cycling Nelson.
Hope you made the most of a glorious long weekend and gave your bike 'heaps'.
Cycling Nelson invites you to now 'test' your legs and lungs in the Nelson 40 - Sunday June 7.
We have a new course which looks like it will be an awesome ride - check it out on www.cyclingnelson.co.nz
In addition to the 40km is a 20km option - for juniors and non-racers.
Join us on this new circuit - we welcome your feedback afterwards. If you're not up to racing this weekend maybe you'd like to help as a marshall - let me know, we'd really appreciate it.
Averil West
Cycling Nelson.
30 May 2009
Lionel's Links
Sit back, relax and immerse yourself in this video found on Lionel's Oneflow website. Imagine/feel yourself swimming with this degree of balance, relaxation and flow as if you were recording the sensations for later playback. When you next go swimming carry those feelings up the pool with you and be astounded at how they cross-over into your stroke.
http://www.oneflow.co.nz/Oneflow/Videos.html
http://www.oneflow.co.nz/Oneflow/Videos.html
Better late than never ...
As promised here is a link to a pace chart (for running). I couldn't find my orginal but came across this one on the Christchurch Marathon website.
Go to www.christchurchmarathon.co.nz then click on Training and then on Pace Chart.
It is in km splits (so unlike my original which did have it by mile as well).
Remember that their are km markers up the Maitai Valley as well.
To use the chart - if you wanted to run a sub 2 hours half marathon, then you would need to run 5.41mins per kilometre, which equates to 28.26mins for 5km, 56,53 mins for 1o km, 1.25.19 for 15km and 1.53.46 for 20km. Bringing you home in 1.59.54 for the half marathon distance (in theory).
If you want more info on how to read a pace chart then flick me an email or give me a call.
Go to www.christchurchmarathon.co.nz then click on Training and then on Pace Chart.
It is in km splits (so unlike my original which did have it by mile as well).
Remember that their are km markers up the Maitai Valley as well.
To use the chart - if you wanted to run a sub 2 hours half marathon, then you would need to run 5.41mins per kilometre, which equates to 28.26mins for 5km, 56,53 mins for 1o km, 1.25.19 for 15km and 1.53.46 for 20km. Bringing you home in 1.59.54 for the half marathon distance (in theory).
If you want more info on how to read a pace chart then flick me an email or give me a call.
13 May 2009
Sessions with Gaye Evans
Well winter is upon us, and it’s getting too cold and dark to be on the beach at 6.30am, so I am planning to do some sessions at the NMIT gym at that time, starting from next week Monday 18th May. If you would like to come to any of these sessions please let me know what days, and provided enough people are interested I’ll do it. (6.30am on the beach will start up again 1st of September).
You can of course come at 9am (on the beach) four days a week, Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri. Also I will do a 4.30pm session on Tuesdays, at the botanics, again, if enough people are keen. Or 7.30am on Saturday mornings at the beach.
I did a trial of lunchtime session at the botanics last winter,(45mins, 12.05 to 12.50) but didn’t get many takers, however I am available to do that Mon, Wed, Fri, if it suits you.
So, email me and let me know what sessions you are keen for and I will collate the numbers and let you know what will be on. If a group of you (or workmates/friends) have some other time/place that would work for you let me know, and I’ll see what I can do.
Gaye.
546 4960
021 067 1122
gayeevans@xtra.co.nz
www.fitnesstraining.co.nz
You can of course come at 9am (on the beach) four days a week, Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri. Also I will do a 4.30pm session on Tuesdays, at the botanics, again, if enough people are keen. Or 7.30am on Saturday mornings at the beach.
I did a trial of lunchtime session at the botanics last winter,(45mins, 12.05 to 12.50) but didn’t get many takers, however I am available to do that Mon, Wed, Fri, if it suits you.
So, email me and let me know what sessions you are keen for and I will collate the numbers and let you know what will be on. If a group of you (or workmates/friends) have some other time/place that would work for you let me know, and I’ll see what I can do.
Gaye.
546 4960
021 067 1122
gayeevans@xtra.co.nz
www.fitnesstraining.co.nz
01 May 2009
Swimming Freestyle Lessons with Lionel
FREESTYLE LESSONS
Suitable for beginners/improvers (i.e. not terrified of water, but unable to swim Freestyle OR more than a lap of Freestyle without a struggle.
Venue:Riverside pool, Riverside drive, Nelson
Dates:Wednesday evenings (8 lessons depending on start date)
Time:4.30 till 5.15pm OR
5.15 till 6.30 pm
Cost:Only $140 per swimmer (for 8 x 45 minute lessons)
Focus:
key aspects of effective Freestyle with special emphasis upon…….
· Balance on/in the water – critical for comfort/ease of movement (speed)
· Relaxation – again, critical for comfort/ease of movement (speed)
· Breathing – critical for survival!!!!!!!! Oh and comfort!
For bookings / enquiries please contact me:
Email: lionel@oneflow.co.nz
Cell: 021 129 5645
Website: www.oneflow.co.nz
Suitable for beginners/improvers (i.e. not terrified of water, but unable to swim Freestyle OR more than a lap of Freestyle without a struggle.
Venue:Riverside pool, Riverside drive, Nelson
Dates:Wednesday evenings (8 lessons depending on start date)
Time:4.30 till 5.15pm OR
5.15 till 6.30 pm
Cost:Only $140 per swimmer (for 8 x 45 minute lessons)
Focus:
key aspects of effective Freestyle with special emphasis upon…….
· Balance on/in the water – critical for comfort/ease of movement (speed)
· Relaxation – again, critical for comfort/ease of movement (speed)
· Breathing – critical for survival!!!!!!!! Oh and comfort!
For bookings / enquiries please contact me:
Email: lionel@oneflow.co.nz
Cell: 021 129 5645
Website: www.oneflow.co.nz
29 April 2009
Have you sent your entry in?
If you want to get a free t-shirt then make sure your entry for the Jennian Homes Mothers Day 5km Run/Walk is in by this Friday the 1st of May. Send to the National Heart Foundation, PO Box 535, Nelson, 7040 (or deliver to the offices in Halifax St, or Jennian Homes in Champion Rd, Richmond).
25 April 2009
What's next?
Now that the Taylors Nelson Women's Tri has long finished, you may be wondering what to do next? Good news! Sunday May 10 is another Women In Nelson event, with the Jennian Homes Mothers Day 5km Run or Walk, aimed to raise awareness and funds for the National Heart Foundation's Go Red for Women campaign.
Click here for more details on how to sign up
If you enter by May 1st, you receive a free t-shirt.
Click here for more details on how to sign up
If you enter by May 1st, you receive a free t-shirt.
03 April 2009
Activator Shirts are done!
I will bring them to the Women's Tri on Sunday so see me at some stage to collect them (if you are there), otherwise I will arrange delivery next week.
:)
Good luck to all of you who are participating!
:)
Good luck to all of you who are participating!
29 March 2009
Thank you to the Activator Women out in force today!
Thanks to Abbie, Kirsty, Kathryn, Laura and Mary who helped with the Port Nelson Blokes' Day Out today (I hope you enjoyed the numbering)!
Tee Shirts will be ready this week, so I will bring them with me to the Womens Tri on Sunday.
:)
Tee Shirts will be ready this week, so I will bring them with me to the Womens Tri on Sunday.
:)
25 March 2009
Well done to you all!
Congratulations to all of you for taking that first step and signing up to the series, and then making that personal challenge of starting your way towards a more active lifestyle. It has been wonderful to get to know so many of you and see you progress each week. I hope you do stay active over the winter and keep working your way to your goals. We are going to have a second series so let me know what other kind of activities you might be interested in and I will do my best to organise them for Series #2! Also - a Mens series is on its way, so ask your friends/workmates/hubbies/partners ... what they would like and let me know.
Keep active, and I'll see you out on the roads, trails or water!
Keep active, and I'll see you out on the roads, trails or water!
19 March 2009
Final Session for First Series
This Tuesday is the final session for the Nelson Women's Activator Pilot Series. Come along and have a drink at The Verdict to celebrate your successes, and chat to each other about the highs and lows of the past six/seven months.
6.30pm on Bridge St.
For those of us that can make it earlier, we will be joining up with the NBS Nelson Striders at 5.45pm for a 45 min run or walk (they have both running and walking groups) before drinks. It is free and everyone is always looked after so don't worry about being too slow - you won't be!!
They meet at the 'Striders carpark' - opposite the Suter Art Gallery on Bridge St.
Hope to see you all there, remember a number of the enthusiasts/professionals will be coming along too, so it is your chance to chat to them and thank them for their help.
6.30pm on Bridge St.
For those of us that can make it earlier, we will be joining up with the NBS Nelson Striders at 5.45pm for a 45 min run or walk (they have both running and walking groups) before drinks. It is free and everyone is always looked after so don't worry about being too slow - you won't be!!
They meet at the 'Striders carpark' - opposite the Suter Art Gallery on Bridge St.
Hope to see you all there, remember a number of the enthusiasts/professionals will be coming along too, so it is your chance to chat to them and thank them for their help.
17 March 2009
Only 35 spots left!
Only 35 spots remain for the 2009 Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon, so if you haven't already got your entry in then best do so quickly!!
One mile Times
Angela A'Court 8.59, Sharon Curtis 8.59, MaryAnn van Helden 9.22, Juliette Plank 10.11, Alison Warren 10.33, Ruth Shelling 11.02, Gillian Watson 11.22, Rosalie Grant 13.13, Sarah Martin 13.32, Jane Nichol 17.00, Pat Halifax 18.11, Beryl Archer 18.12
I'm still trying to get my hands on the time sheet for one mile, 5km, 10km etc splits .... will hopefully locate it soon :)
I'm still trying to get my hands on the time sheet for one mile, 5km, 10km etc splits .... will hopefully locate it soon :)
Congratulations Kathryn, Alison, Lisa & Julie
Well done on completing the Tussock Spirit of the Moutere on Sunday - awesome stuff! Check out the results on www.nelsonevents.co.nz
15 March 2009
Only two week's left!
This week we will go for a run/walk together up the Maitai and cover the Women's Tri course - we will aim for the full 5km.
6.30pm at the 'Striders Oval' - the cricket ground after the first bridge of the Maitai Valley.
Next week we will have some celebration drinks at The Verdict in Bridge St. Come along, thank the people who have been involved in this pilot series and enjoy a drink or two to celebrate your individual successes.
If you want to go for a run or walk beforehand, then the Striders meet just down the road opposite the Suter at 5.45pm and go out for approx 45minutes. Perfect timing!
6.30pm at the 'Striders Oval' - the cricket ground after the first bridge of the Maitai Valley.
Next week we will have some celebration drinks at The Verdict in Bridge St. Come along, thank the people who have been involved in this pilot series and enjoy a drink or two to celebrate your individual successes.
If you want to go for a run or walk beforehand, then the Striders meet just down the road opposite the Suter at 5.45pm and go out for approx 45minutes. Perfect timing!
09 March 2009
This week's session
We will revisit the one mile time trial course up the Maitai Valley. We will meet at the cricket oval (aka the 'Striders Oval') - just up from the toilet block (inbetween the first two bridges) at 6.30pm and walk or run up to the bridge opposite Sharlands Creek together. We will start the walkers first this time - giving them a head start on the runners.
For those of you that would prefer to go off-road then don't forget about the NBS Nelson Striders Off-Road Running and Walking Series - they meet from the Botanics tomorrow night, 6pm start. The course is over the Centre of NZ and return. Check out www.nelsonstriders.co.nz for more info.
For those of you that would prefer to go off-road then don't forget about the NBS Nelson Striders Off-Road Running and Walking Series - they meet from the Botanics tomorrow night, 6pm start. The course is over the Centre of NZ and return. Check out www.nelsonstriders.co.nz for more info.
08 March 2009
Activator Women Hill it up!
Congratulations to all Activator women who completed the Kaiteri Half or 10km on Saturday. Awesome effort!
03 March 2009
Tonight's session
Meet at 6.30pm at Branford Park, Maitai Valley (where the transition for the Womens Tri is - along the first straight). We will be doing bike/run-walk repeats so bring your bike, helmet and running/walking shoes.
See you there!
See you there!
25 February 2009
Activator Tee
If you want a 'free' Activator shirt then volunteer your help for the Blokes' Day Out on Sunday March 29th (morning). In exchange for your time and smiling energy Nelson Events will pay for your shirt (or a Women's Tri shirt if you would prefer that). Or alternatively if you have a friend or partner (or you if not competing)who wants to help marshall at the Women's Tri - they help out, and you can get the t-shirt. Let me know if you are keen to take up the offer.
Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon Cycle Course
Well done for completing the cycle course last night - for those that couldn't make it, the course is as follows:
Branford Park, Maitai Valley Road. Along Maitai Valley Road, turn as directed (Maitai Valley Motor Camp), return to Nile Street (Turing Right - take care). Left into Tasman/Brook Street, head up the valley to the third bridge - right onto the Miro Street bridge, right into Westbrook Tce, then right into Seymour Ave bridge, followed by a hard left back onto Brook/Tasman Streets to the second Roundabout. Right into Nile Street followed by a Left into Domett Street.
Dismount when directed by marshalls. Run/walk bike to 'catchers'.
Branford Park, Maitai Valley Road. Along Maitai Valley Road, turn as directed (Maitai Valley Motor Camp), return to Nile Street (Turing Right - take care). Left into Tasman/Brook Street, head up the valley to the third bridge - right onto the Miro Street bridge, right into Westbrook Tce, then right into Seymour Ave bridge, followed by a hard left back onto Brook/Tasman Streets to the second Roundabout. Right into Nile Street followed by a Left into Domett Street.
Dismount when directed by marshalls. Run/walk bike to 'catchers'.
23 February 2009
Final Road Cycling Session
Tomorrow evening is the final of the road cycling sessions, and this week we will leave the park and venture out onto the roads in order to cover the Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon cycle course.
We will still meet at the park at 6.30pm and will return there so if you are driving into town then still park outside Trafalgar Park. If you arrive early, then get warmed up and cover a few laps round the cycle track first (best place to keep practicing the skills you've learnt over the last few weeks).
Well done to our Activator Women who completed the Port Nelson Big Bay Bike yesterday - 70km of pure pleasure!! Don't forget about the Tussock Spirit of the Moutere coming up on the 15th of March (all riders receive a bottle of wine when they finish).
We will still meet at the park at 6.30pm and will return there so if you are driving into town then still park outside Trafalgar Park. If you arrive early, then get warmed up and cover a few laps round the cycle track first (best place to keep practicing the skills you've learnt over the last few weeks).
Well done to our Activator Women who completed the Port Nelson Big Bay Bike yesterday - 70km of pure pleasure!! Don't forget about the Tussock Spirit of the Moutere coming up on the 15th of March (all riders receive a bottle of wine when they finish).
09 February 2009
Session Two of Road Cycling
Tomorrow is session two of our road cycling series - if you didn't make it last week it doesn't matter, rust off your bike and come down. 6.30pm at the Trafalgar Park cycle track (inside the park).
We will focus on how to ride confidently behind another rider and how to pass safely. If you are already super confident then take this opportunity to get some mileage in and ride some laps with others - remember it is 520m per lap, so it doesn't take long before you have cycled a fair way.
For those of you that are keen to continue your running and walking after the Striders Summer Series, they go back to their regular run and walk tomorrow night from opposite the Suter Art Gallery on Bridge St at 5.45pm.
See you at the park,
We will focus on how to ride confidently behind another rider and how to pass safely. If you are already super confident then take this opportunity to get some mileage in and ride some laps with others - remember it is 520m per lap, so it doesn't take long before you have cycled a fair way.
For those of you that are keen to continue your running and walking after the Striders Summer Series, they go back to their regular run and walk tomorrow night from opposite the Suter Art Gallery on Bridge St at 5.45pm.
See you at the park,
04 February 2009
Port Nelson Blokes' Day Out Entries now open
Get your partner active and enter him in the Port Nelson Blokes' Day Out this year - it's on one week before the Women's Tri. There is the Port Nelson Partners Challenge to make it more interesting - see the website for more details. www.nelsonevents.co.nz
02 February 2009
February is the month of Road Cycling
This month sees us perfecting our Road Cycling skills with Cycling Nelson. We start this Tuesday night at Trafalgar Park (entry from the carpark off Trafalgar St) at 6.30pm. Jim Matthews will be taking us. If you need to get your bike looked over then head in to see him at Village Cycles in Richmond or pop in and see Carl and the team at BikeHQ in Nelson.
See you Tuesday.
See you Tuesday.
29 January 2009
Lost property
I've got a pair of pants here from Tuesday night's session - I will bring them next week, but if you need them before that let me know and I'll leave them at my back door.
26 January 2009
Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon
The entry form for the 22nd Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon on April 5th 2009 will be released this coming Wednesday, the 28th of January. To download your copy visit http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/WomensTri.htm
The training program is now online - this year there is a beginner or intermediate level plan to choose from. Click here to read more.
New for 2009 is the Port Nelson Partners Challenge - you complete the Womens Tri and your partner completes the Port Nelson Bloke's Day Out (March 29). Your times are added together and the couple with the lowest cumulative time is the winner. The rules are simple - same house, same bed! All entrants go in the draw to win a weekend escape for two.
If you are keen to get your workmates involved then why not enter the NBS Corporate Challenge - two staff members from the same workplace complete the triathlon individually, their times are added together and the team with the lowest cumulative time is the winner. All entrants go in the Major Corporate Spot Prize Draw. You may like to sign up to one of the Corporate Packages - click here to read more.
There are also family challenges - so check out the website for more details. 2009 sees the introduction of the Port Nelson Kauri Kids Aquathon on April 3rd. If Mum does the Women's Tri and Dad does the Bloke's Day Out then Junior gets to enter the Aquathon for free. Watch the website for more details.
Entry for the Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon is limited to 500, so make sure you get your entry in quickly when they are released on Wednesday.
The training program is now online - this year there is a beginner or intermediate level plan to choose from. Click here to read more.
New for 2009 is the Port Nelson Partners Challenge - you complete the Womens Tri and your partner completes the Port Nelson Bloke's Day Out (March 29). Your times are added together and the couple with the lowest cumulative time is the winner. The rules are simple - same house, same bed! All entrants go in the draw to win a weekend escape for two.
If you are keen to get your workmates involved then why not enter the NBS Corporate Challenge - two staff members from the same workplace complete the triathlon individually, their times are added together and the team with the lowest cumulative time is the winner. All entrants go in the Major Corporate Spot Prize Draw. You may like to sign up to one of the Corporate Packages - click here to read more.
There are also family challenges - so check out the website for more details. 2009 sees the introduction of the Port Nelson Kauri Kids Aquathon on April 3rd. If Mum does the Women's Tri and Dad does the Bloke's Day Out then Junior gets to enter the Aquathon for free. Watch the website for more details.
Entry for the Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon is limited to 500, so make sure you get your entry in quickly when they are released on Wednesday.
23 January 2009
Nordic Walking Course
SUMMER COURSE - FEBRUARY
Are you ready for my new Summer Nordic walking program?
Please find out more here www. nordicwalkingnelson.co.nz
Limited space, register now.
HAPPY NORDIC WALKING
with thanks Nadja
PH 03 547 49 36 or 0211 076844
info@nordicwalkingnelson.co.nz
Are you ready for my new Summer Nordic walking program?
Please find out more here www. nordicwalkingnelson.co.nz
Limited space, register now.
HAPPY NORDIC WALKING
with thanks Nadja
PH 03 547 49 36 or 0211 076844
info@nordicwalkingnelson.co.nz
20 January 2009
Only two more weeks of sea swimming left
Only two more weeks of sea swimming left so if you haven't made it down to the beach yet, then make it tonight! 6.30pm at the Abel tasman statue carpark entrance to the beach. Remember to bring a cap and goggles to make it easier on yourself.
If you are really not into sea swimming then head along to the Striders Summer Running and Walking Series. Tonight is 3km, from the Maitai Golf Club. It's called a Turkey Trot and the idea is to guess what time you will do - no watches allowed! 6pm start - all welcome and no entry fee.
If you are really not into sea swimming then head along to the Striders Summer Running and Walking Series. Tonight is 3km, from the Maitai Golf Club. It's called a Turkey Trot and the idea is to guess what time you will do - no watches allowed! 6pm start - all welcome and no entry fee.
13 January 2009
Second session for 2009
I hope you are ready for the second session for 2009 tonight. 6.30pm at the beach - meet at the entrance via the Abel Tasman Statue carpark.
If you have a swimming cap and goggles you will find it much easier. Last week we spent the majority of time in the water, and we plan to do that again this week. Lionel is going to give a few pointers on entry and exit along with continuing practise of sighting techniques. It might be nice to bring a bottle of water for getting the sea taste out of your mouth once you finish.
Congratulations to all of you who completed the Shoe Clinic Nelson Striders Half Marathon or 10km on Sunday - results are now online on www.nelsonevents.co.nz so check out the superb performances of our active women!!
If you have a swimming cap and goggles you will find it much easier. Last week we spent the majority of time in the water, and we plan to do that again this week. Lionel is going to give a few pointers on entry and exit along with continuing practise of sighting techniques. It might be nice to bring a bottle of water for getting the sea taste out of your mouth once you finish.
Congratulations to all of you who completed the Shoe Clinic Nelson Striders Half Marathon or 10km on Sunday - results are now online on www.nelsonevents.co.nz so check out the superb performances of our active women!!
03 January 2009
Happy New Year to you all!
I hope your Christmas and New Year Celebrations were enjoyable and that you are now hanging out for the 2009 section of the Nelson Women's Activator Series!!
We start back this coming Tuesday evening at 6.30pm. Meet at the beach entrance from the Abel Tasman Statue carpark. I would suggest you come along already dressed in your togs, with a warm top on (it can get rather chilly on the beach, especially when you're already wet).
See you there!
We start back this coming Tuesday evening at 6.30pm. Meet at the beach entrance from the Abel Tasman Statue carpark. I would suggest you come along already dressed in your togs, with a warm top on (it can get rather chilly on the beach, especially when you're already wet).
See you there!
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