Reminders:
BRS Trail Running Camp
Don't forget to register your interest by next Friday 11th April for our BRS Trail running camp.
All details are here: http://www.brisbanerunsquad.com.au/WhatsOn2.php
Register for upcoming events as part of BRS
See the What's on page. Note, there is no team entry for the Sunshine Coast Marathon festival as they only do teams of 5.
Saturday Session:
This Saturday there is no formal BRS Session. We have one of our favourite BRSers getting married on Friday night and I hope many of you are participating in the Nerang State Forest Run on Sunday.
Why not use this as a chance to do a long run around your neighbourhood or try out a local Parkrun.
Members of the Month:
So will you be the Challenge or Commitment Member of the Month for March.
To be announced this Monday 7th April. Somebody will walk away with a free 60min massage from RechargeHQ and a free bio-mechanical assessment from Shoes Feet Gear.
Happy running over the weekend.
Renae & Matt
Thursday, April 3, 2014
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Saturday Session & What's coming up
Saturday Session
We are heading to Southbank this week and finishing off our long run with Parkrun!
Where: Meet at Streets Beach, near the Southbank, near the Surf Club Restaurant
Parking: Park in the Southbank underground carpark for $2! in after 5am out by 9am. Park in the middle near the pay station, and the exit will bring you out near Max Brenners and the stairs!
What: 1.5hour run!
Warm up of 55mins, then Southbank Parkrun starting at 7am (5km). Finishing with Parkrun is a great idea as it really helps to push you through the last 5km. Don't feel like a long run? Just meet us there for Parkrun!
more information on Parkrun : http://www.parkrun.com.au/southbank/
Cost: $2
When: kick off 6am - finish at 7:30am
Breaky + Coffee : Sweetopia !!!
What's Coming up?
A fantastic opportunity to try something different, improve your trail running and have an awesome time!!!!
What: 2.5 days, 2 night running camp focussed on Trail running in preparation for BRS on Tour, Run the Whitsunday Great Walk and generally to improve your trail running.
What: all runners are welcome! A base 10km level of fitness is the only requirement!!
When: Friday 30th May 5pm – Sunday 1st June 12noon 2014
Where: Binna Burra Lodge, Lamington National Park. Approx 1.5hrs south of Brisbane https://www.google.com.au/maps/@-28.1974266,153.1875823,15z
Cost: $255 per person
What’s included:
Coaching, practice and training on challenging off road trails.
2 x dinners, 2 x breakfasts, morning and afternoon teas
Staying in heritage listed guesthouse style rooms nestled amidst native gardens overlooking stunning views of the national park
Daily activities including team building exercises, rope climbs, abseiling, and guided night walks
Please email your interest or questions to info@brisbanerunsquad.com.au by Friday 11th April.
We are heading to Southbank this week and finishing off our long run with Parkrun!
Where: Meet at Streets Beach, near the Southbank, near the Surf Club Restaurant
Parking: Park in the Southbank underground carpark for $2! in after 5am out by 9am. Park in the middle near the pay station, and the exit will bring you out near Max Brenners and the stairs!
What: 1.5hour run!
Warm up of 55mins, then Southbank Parkrun starting at 7am (5km). Finishing with Parkrun is a great idea as it really helps to push you through the last 5km. Don't feel like a long run? Just meet us there for Parkrun!
more information on Parkrun : http://www.parkrun.com.au/southbank/
Cost: $2
When: kick off 6am - finish at 7:30am
Breaky + Coffee : Sweetopia !!!
What's Coming up?
BRS Trail Running Camp
A fantastic opportunity to try something different, improve your trail running and have an awesome time!!!!
What: 2.5 days, 2 night running camp focussed on Trail running in preparation for BRS on Tour, Run the Whitsunday Great Walk and generally to improve your trail running.
What: all runners are welcome! A base 10km level of fitness is the only requirement!!
When: Friday 30th May 5pm – Sunday 1st June 12noon 2014
Where: Binna Burra Lodge, Lamington National Park. Approx 1.5hrs south of Brisbane https://www.google.com.au/maps/@-28.1974266,153.1875823,15z
Cost: $255 per person
What’s included:
Coaching, practice and training on challenging off road trails.
2 x dinners, 2 x breakfasts, morning and afternoon teas
Staying in heritage listed guesthouse style rooms nestled amidst native gardens overlooking stunning views of the national park
Daily activities including team building exercises, rope climbs, abseiling, and guided night walks
Please email your interest or questions to info@brisbanerunsquad.com.au by Friday 11th April.
Events, Events, Events!
Check out the What's On page for team entry details and the BRS Calendar for all upcoming events.
These are are focus in April:
6th April: Nerang State Forest Trail run 9km, 17km,25km,50km (if you are coming On Tour, I would highly recommend starting to participate in these trail events)
27th April: Anzac Day Run 12km, 6km
See you all soon
Happy Running
Renae & Matt
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
This weekend....Gold Coast Entries, Trail Running workshop
Saturday Session
This Saturday its all about yummy coffee, hearty market food, great company....OH and of course a run session!!
When: Saturday 22nd March
Time: 6am-7:30am
Where: Meet at the Rotunda, in New Farm Park
What: a run towards Portside, towards the city, Storey Bridge.
Cost: $2
OPTIONS:
A shorter run for those participating in the Twilight Festival and Up the Buff on Sunday followed by a stretch and chat.
Or a full 1.5hr for those not competing on the weekend.
We will head to the Farmers Markets at Powerhouse afterwards.
Gold Coast Entries
All you need to know about joining the BRS Team and receiving 10% discount on your Gold Coast entries is now up on our What's On page. Entries are open, so feel free to enter with our team name and password as soon as you like!
NOTE: you must have your money deposited into the BRS Account by Sunday 18th May to obtain entry and discount, otherwise your team entry will be deleted.
All information is here
Trail Running Workshop - rescheduled, DATE TO BE CONFIRMED.
As per the member email and Facebook, tonight's camp has been postponed. I will get back to you with a new date which is likely to be a Saturday and incorporated into our normal Saturday morning routine.
Soooooo our sponsors Shoes Feet Gear is supporting you in your plight to become an avid trail runner by conducing a BRS Trail Running Workshop!
When: TBC
Time: TBC
Where: Shoes Feet Gear 5/183 Given Terrace, Paddington (opposite the Paddington Tavern)
What:
A workshop by Jaryd, one of Shoe Feet Gear's Podiatrists on
A chance to find out more about mastering and enjoying trail running, meeting our newest sponsors and checking out their great range of gear.
Remember as a BRS Member you get 10% off all products!!!
This Sunday
Happy Running
Renae & Matt
This Saturday its all about yummy coffee, hearty market food, great company....OH and of course a run session!!
When: Saturday 22nd March
Time: 6am-7:30am
Where: Meet at the Rotunda, in New Farm Park
What: a run towards Portside, towards the city, Storey Bridge.
Cost: $2
OPTIONS:
A shorter run for those participating in the Twilight Festival and Up the Buff on Sunday followed by a stretch and chat.
Or a full 1.5hr for those not competing on the weekend.
We will head to the Farmers Markets at Powerhouse afterwards.
All you need to know about joining the BRS Team and receiving 10% discount on your Gold Coast entries is now up on our What's On page. Entries are open, so feel free to enter with our team name and password as soon as you like!
NOTE: you must have your money deposited into the BRS Account by Sunday 18th May to obtain entry and discount, otherwise your team entry will be deleted.
All information is here
Trail Running Workshop - rescheduled, DATE TO BE CONFIRMED.
As per the member email and Facebook, tonight's camp has been postponed. I will get back to you with a new date which is likely to be a Saturday and incorporated into our normal Saturday morning routine.
Soooooo our sponsors Shoes Feet Gear is supporting you in your plight to become an avid trail runner by conducing a BRS Trail Running Workshop!
When: TBC
Time: TBC
Where: Shoes Feet Gear 5/183 Given Terrace, Paddington (opposite the Paddington Tavern)
What:
A workshop by Jaryd, one of Shoe Feet Gear's Podiatrists on
- Trail shoes selection - fitting considerations
- Common injuries
- Train Running techniques/run tips
- Preventative injury measures
- Prepare for trail running events
- hydration options
- apparel, socks and accessories
A chance to find out more about mastering and enjoying trail running, meeting our newest sponsors and checking out their great range of gear.
Remember as a BRS Member you get 10% off all products!!!
This Sunday
For those competing in the 16 or 25km UP THE BUFF Trail Run on Sunday, we will see you there. I can't imagine there will be that many people, so we will be easy to find!
Twilight - we will have the BRS tent in the inside of the track as per last year. Its hard to miss!!!
Renae & Matt
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Saturday Sesssion + Trail Running Workshop 20th March
It's all about challenge, it's all about Trails!!!
Saturday Session
It is very difficult to judge if your trail running fitness is improving as every trail run is soooo different to the next, different terrain, different conditions, different distances. To help you gauge your improvements over the next 10 months, this Saturday we are doing a 5km Trail Run Time trial.
Where: Meet in the CarPark of the James Drysdale Recreation Centre, Bunya (directions below).
Time:
Warm Up run: Meet at 6am for a 6:15am start on the dot
Parkrun Start: 7am
Finish : approx 7:45am (or how long it takes you do do the Parkrun)
What:
Warm up road run for 45mins
5km Parkrun off road through Bunya
Parkrun details: http://www.parkrun.com.au/bunyaville/course/
Remember Parkrun is FREE BUT please register so you can get your time recorded
Register here: http://www.parkrun.com.au/register/
Already registered? don't forget your token
Don't want to trail run? Don't think the pram or baby are up to it? no worries, there will be an alternative, so please still come along.
Click here for the Google Map reference
Trail Running Workshop
This Thursday 20th March
In 2014 our focus in on challenge and trying different terrains to stimulate your muscles and your senses!
We are focusing on trail running by:
Soooooo our sponsors Shoes Feet Gear is supporting you in your plight to become an avid trail runner by conducing a BRS Trail Running Workshop!
When: This Thursday 20th March
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Shoes Feet Gear 5/183 Given Terrace, Paddington (opposite the Paddington Tavern)
What:
A workshop by Jaryd, one of Shoe Feet Gear's Podiatrists on
It should be a fantastic evening!!! A chance to find out more about mastering and enjoying trail running, meeting our newest sponsors and checking out their great range of gear.
Want to go for a run first? Meet some fellow runners at Shoes Feet Gear at 5:30pm!
Remember as a BRS Member you get 10% off all products!!!
Please RSVP: info@brisbanerunsquad.com.au
We are pumped!!
Renae & Matt
Saturday Session
It is very difficult to judge if your trail running fitness is improving as every trail run is soooo different to the next, different terrain, different conditions, different distances. To help you gauge your improvements over the next 10 months, this Saturday we are doing a 5km Trail Run Time trial.
Where: Meet in the CarPark of the James Drysdale Recreation Centre, Bunya (directions below).
Time:
Warm Up run: Meet at 6am for a 6:15am start on the dot
Parkrun Start: 7am
Finish : approx 7:45am (or how long it takes you do do the Parkrun)
What:
Warm up road run for 45mins
5km Parkrun off road through Bunya
Parkrun details: http://www.parkrun.com.au/bunyaville/course/
Remember Parkrun is FREE BUT please register so you can get your time recorded
Register here: http://www.parkrun.com.au/register/
Already registered? don't forget your token
Don't want to trail run? Don't think the pram or baby are up to it? no worries, there will be an alternative, so please still come along.
Directions:
James Drysdale Recreational Conservation Centre, Bunya (back of Everton Hills) Click here for the Google Map reference
Getting there by road:1. From Old Northern Rd. turn into the Jinker track, head up the hill. Turn right after the large green sign - James Drysdale Recreation Centre. Pass the yellow SES brick building take the first right into Park Lane. Continue to the bottom of the hill where adirt racing track, paddock and eucalyptus forest can be seen.
2. If coming from Collins Rd. Turn into the Jinker track. Take the first Left into the James Drysdale Recreational Centre. Follow directions from SES building as above.Trail Running Workshop
This Thursday 20th March
In 2014 our focus in on challenge and trying different terrains to stimulate your muscles and your senses!
We are focusing on trail running by:
- 1 long trail run per month on a Saturday
- 1 BRS event per month is a trail run
- BRS Trail Running Camp on 30th May - 1st June
- BRS on Tour 28km Trail Run through the Whitsunday Hinterland!
Soooooo our sponsors Shoes Feet Gear is supporting you in your plight to become an avid trail runner by conducing a BRS Trail Running Workshop!
When: This Thursday 20th March
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Shoes Feet Gear 5/183 Given Terrace, Paddington (opposite the Paddington Tavern)
What:
A workshop by Jaryd, one of Shoe Feet Gear's Podiatrists on
- Trail shoes selection - fitting considerations
- Common injuries
- Train Running techniques/run tips
- Preventative injury measures
- Prepare for trail running events
- hydration options
- apparel, socks and accessories
It should be a fantastic evening!!! A chance to find out more about mastering and enjoying trail running, meeting our newest sponsors and checking out their great range of gear.
Want to go for a run first? Meet some fellow runners at Shoes Feet Gear at 5:30pm!
Remember as a BRS Member you get 10% off all products!!!
Please RSVP: info@brisbanerunsquad.com.au
We are pumped!!
Renae & Matt
Thursday, March 6, 2014
Members of the Month + TomTom Runner + Saturday Session
HAPPY BIRTHDAY & CONGRATULATIONS!
Happy birthday to all our Runners with Birthdays January - March!!!!
SO WILL IT BE YOU IN MARCH?
The GPS Runner watch retails for $199 or $269 with a Heart Rate Monitor.
REMEMBER: Pop into Active Stride in the Myer Centre to chat to them more about the TomTom and check our their HUGE range of GPS Watches. If you are a BRS Member, you are entitled to 10% and Active Stride offer great post sales service on watches.
Saturday Run
Southbank it is!!!
Where: Meet at Streets Beach, near the Southbank, near the Surf Club Restaurant
Parking: Park in the Southbank underground carpark for $2! in after 5am out by 9am. Park in the middle near the pay station, and the exit will bring you out near Max Brenners and the stairs!
Breaky + Coffee : Sweetopia !!!
Happy Running
Renae & Matt
Thanks to our runners and sponsors who attended our quarterly birthday dinner on Monday night!
and
congratulations to our inaugural Members of the Month!!!
Jill smashed it in, winning our COMMITMENT MEMBER OF THE MONTH. Sponsored by Matt from RechargeHQ Massage! Jill was presented with an hour free massage!
Jan was presented with CHALLENGE MEMBER OF THE MONTH! Congratulations and Dan presented Jan with a free bio mechanical and podiatry assessment thanks to SHOES FEET GEAR!!!
Well done and thanks to Matt and Dan.
SO WILL IT BE YOU IN MARCH? |
| Tom Tom Runner |
Lana from TomTom attended our session last week with TomTom Runner GPS Watches.
They have some great functionality and after a quick lesson, they are pretty user friendly. The GPS Runner watch retails for $199 or $269 with a Heart Rate Monitor.
REMEMBER: Pop into Active Stride in the Myer Centre to chat to them more about the TomTom and check our their HUGE range of GPS Watches. If you are a BRS Member, you are entitled to 10% and Active Stride offer great post sales service on watches.
Saturday Run
Southbank it is!!!
Where: Meet at Streets Beach, near the Southbank, near the Surf Club Restaurant
Parking: Park in the Southbank underground carpark for $2! in after 5am out by 9am. Park in the middle near the pay station, and the exit will bring you out near Max Brenners and the stairs!
What: 1.5hour run! Get there early if you are keen to do a few more kms!! 5:45am is a good start!!
Cost: $2
When: kick off 6am - finish at 7:30am run Breaky + Coffee : Sweetopia !!!
Happy Running
Renae & Matt
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Wrap Up + Saturday Session + What's on!!
February.....what a month!!
With our 2014 mantra of Commitment and Challenge, I can certainly say February has been a month of both....in particular Challenge!!!
February Challenge - that were accepted!!
Parkrun Circuit Challenge ( + running with a veil)
WELL DONE TO EVERYBODY WHO HAS COMMITTED OR CHALLENGED THEMSELVES IN FEBRUARY!
Monday 3rd March - Celebration Time!
Dinner Ship Inn, 7pm after training
Be there!!!
+PLUS Happy Birthday
With our 2014 mantra of Commitment and Challenge, I can certainly say February has been a month of both....in particular Challenge!!!
February Challenge - that were accepted!!
Run + Strength & Conditioning Session
Parkrun Circuit Challenge ( + running with a veil)
14km Hot, Hilly Trail Run 
WELL DONE TO EVERYBODY WHO HAS COMMITTED OR CHALLENGED THEMSELVES IN FEBRUARY!
Monday 3rd March - Celebration Time!
Dinner Ship Inn, 7pm after training
Be there!!!
+PLUS Happy Birthday
Join us Monday night for Dinner & Celebration.
We celebrate all BRS Member Birthdays between January and March PLUS
We will announce the very FIRST Commitment and Challenge Member of the Month - presented our two supporting sponsors RechargeHQ + Shoes, Feet, Gear!!
RSVP Now on Facebook: BRS Facebook Event
or Email: info@brisbanerunsquad.com.au
Saturday Session
We haven't ventured to the Regatta for a while......so we are heading there for this week's Saturday session
When: Satuday 1st March
Where: Meet in the Regatta Car Park - on Sylvan Road, Toowong.
Start Time: 6am start - if you wish to get a few extra KMs in and still finish with everybody else, go for a 5:45am start.
Finish Time: 7:30am
What: a long run, your own pace, join a small group of similar pace. There are HEAPS of options from the Regatta, out and backs, loop courses from 11.5 - 18km - choice is yours!!!
Breaky ++ Coffee at the Regatta afterwards
What's On Updates
BRS Team Details for City2South and the Anzac Day run have been added to the BRS What's On Page.
Happy Running
Renae & Matt
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
Saturday Session & Tom Tom GPS Try out!!
a Saturday Challenge is being put out there!!!
Saturday session is going to be HUGE!!! Join us this Saturday for an awesome COMBO Session, a run + strength & conditioning session.
Where: Meet at Waterfront Park, on Waterloo Street, Newstead (see Google Maps http://goo.gl/maps/eorah)
Time: 6am run start, 7:15am Strength & Conditioning start
What: 1hr10 Run + 45mins Strength & Conditioning thanks to www.prestige-fit.com/
Cost: $2 for Run + a gold coin donation for the strength session - charity is Youngcare!
Coffee + breaky afterwards as always!!!
The Strength & Conditioning session is bought to you by Prestige Lifestyles for Youngcare Charity.
From Isaac at www.prestige-fit.com/
'We are raising cash for 'Young Care' (http://
You are invited to come along a join in and bring as many people as you want to to help us raise funds for this great organisation!
All you have to bring is a minimum gold coin donation...
More generous donations are VERY welcome as we would like to raise as much as we can for Young Care so please embrace all the power in you to give and be kind! :-)'
Remember, the more you tackle challenges, the more chance you have to win our Challenge Member of the month!!
TomTom GPS....Give it a try!!
Next Wednesday 26th February, the Australian TomTom Technical Rep is coming to our BRS session to take us through their GPS running watch and all it has to offer!!!
They will be bringing heaps of trial watches that you can wear during the session.
If you are in the market for a new GPS or interested in seeing whats on the market, come along.
If you like what you see.....you can purchase them from Active Stride with your BRS VIP discount!
Don't forget to mark on your calendar our BRS quarterly birthday dinner on Monday 3rd March.....its a special one, more details to come.
Happy Running
See you soon
Renae & Matt
Saturday session is going to be HUGE!!! Join us this Saturday for an awesome COMBO Session, a run + strength & conditioning session.
Where: Meet at Waterfront Park, on Waterloo Street, Newstead (see Google Maps http://goo.gl/maps/eorah)
Time: 6am run start, 7:15am Strength & Conditioning start
What: 1hr10 Run + 45mins Strength & Conditioning thanks to www.prestige-fit.com/
Cost: $2 for Run + a gold coin donation for the strength session - charity is Youngcare!
Coffee + breaky afterwards as always!!!
The Strength & Conditioning session is bought to you by Prestige Lifestyles for Youngcare Charity.
From Isaac at www.prestige-fit.com/
'We are raising cash for 'Young Care' (http://
You are invited to come along a join in and bring as many people as you want to to help us raise funds for this great organisation!
All you have to bring is a minimum gold coin donation...
More generous donations are VERY welcome as we would like to raise as much as we can for Young Care so please embrace all the power in you to give and be kind! :-)'
Remember, the more you tackle challenges, the more chance you have to win our Challenge Member of the month!!
TomTom GPS....Give it a try!!
They will be bringing heaps of trial watches that you can wear during the session.
If you are in the market for a new GPS or interested in seeing whats on the market, come along.
If you like what you see.....you can purchase them from Active Stride with your BRS VIP discount!
Don't forget to mark on your calendar our BRS quarterly birthday dinner on Monday 3rd March.....its a special one, more details to come.
Happy Running
See you soon
Renae & Matt
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