Saturday Session and Lots more!!

Saturday Session: Our Newest Sponsor and Trail Running Workshop!!

When: Saturday 3rd May 

Where: Shoes Feet Gear Shop, Shop 5/183 Given Terrace, Paddington. (opposite the Paddington Tavern!) Free parking available underneath the store off Princess St

Time/What:  

6am: a 1 hour Run from Shoes Feet Gear store

7:15-8:15: Introduction to Shoes Feet Gear our running gear sponsors, a Trail Running Workshop + presenting our Members of the Month

8:15-9:30am: Browse Shoes Feet Gear + Breaky at a cafe near the shop!!! 
Anyone is welcome to come along!!!

We STRONGLY ENCOURAGE those attending the Trail Running Workshop and BRS On Tour to attend to find out about the gear required for trail running and injury prevention for trail running. 

Gold Coast Marathon Event 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


Get awesome discounts  +  fund raise for our BRS Birthday Event in October! 

2014-2015 ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS are coming to BRS!!!!

This year you have the choice between the Entertainment™ Book Membership and the new Entertainment™ Digital Membership! for just $65

From every Entertainment™ Membership we sell, $13 goes towards our fund-raising for Brisbane Running Squad Birthday event in October! The more Entertainment™ Memberships we sell, the more we raise. Let your friends and family know we are selling them and they can help us out too! 

Entertainment™ Memberships contain thousands of valuable up to 50% off and 2-for-1 offers from many of the best restaurants, cafés, arts, attractions, hotel accommodation, travel and much more!

You get to do the things you want....but for a discounted price!!

So thinking of getting an Entertainment book for yourself or for a present, why not get it from us!!

They are available at training - just bring along your $65 to purchase...or you can order and pay online and I will get it to you as soon as it arrives!!  https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/23141x2 

Hopefully we can make us of them for our Saturday Breaky adventures too!!

Happy Runnig

Renae & Matt

Trail Workshop Update; Darkness to Daylight Challenge, Saturday Session;

Trail Workshop Update Saturday 3rd May

Jot it in your diaries NOW!!

6am: a 1 hour Run from Shoes Feet Gear store

7:15-8:15: Introduction to Shoes Feet Gear our running gear sponsors, a Trail Running Workshop + presenting our Members of the Month

8:15-9:30am - Browse Shoes Feet Gear + Breaky at a cafe near the shop!!! 


Anyone is welcome to come along!!!

Check out Shoes Feet Gears store location here: http://shoesfeetgear.com.au/

Darkness to Daylight Challenge: Thursday 8th May

On 7-8th May, Brisbane is getting behind a very important cause, running to raise money to end domestic violence. 
There is a 110km challenge that commences 6:30pm on Wednesday night 7th May. Our dedicated Roller Runners Damien and Jake are challenging themselves to complete the whole 110km together! WOW. 
They are raising money for the cause and you can donate to the Everyday Hero account here: https://give.everydayhero.com/au/RunNRoll

Why not run for the cause too!! They have a 10km timed event which is the last 10km of the whole 110km event.

When: Thursday 8th May 
Time: race start 5:30am
Where: starts at the Southbank Cultural Forecourt. 

There is plenty of time to run for a great cause then pop off to work!!

for entry and details see the Darkness to Daylight page: 
http://darknesstodaylightchallenge.com.au/home.php 

Easter Saturday Session

Well in preparation for all that yummy food and chocolate eggs to be consumed over Easter, lets get the long weekend off to a good start with a long run and scrumptious healthy breaky!!

When: Saturday 19th April
Time: 6am - 7:30am + a good stretch in the park!
Where: Meet at the grass area opposite the Story Bridge Hotel on the corner of Main Street and Rotherham Street.
What: a long run, however far you feel like going in 1.5hrs.
Cost: $2
Breaky: 8am at Main Street Bar & Eatery - part of the Story Bridge hotel. The menu looks good and reasonably priced - and yes they are open Easter Saturday from 8am!


Happy Running

Renae & Matt

Members of the Month +Saturday Session + Anzac Day Run reminder!

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

Matt and I have been for a reccy, simply awesome!! Great trails and amazing scenery, waterfalls, fresh water blue lobsters everywhere, wallabies, just a gorgeous rainforest!  Oh and we tested the coffee out at the Coffee Shop and yes its ok!!

There are limited spots, so get in now!!!  info@brisbanerunsquad.com.au 

Announcing our March Members of the Month




Commitment:  there were several in the running this month.
Gill and Lisa came close runners up!

Nick, Andrew, and Jan only missed 1 session during the month, so they all went into a prize draw!
The lucky winner of a 1 HOUR FREE massage at RechargeHQ was JAN!!!!!

Challenge 
Again there have been so many people challenging their limits and just generally giving it a go!!

Sharon was our CHALLENGE Member of the month for March! She is the quiet achiever!! She joined BRS this year looking to improve her running and times! She joins us for trail runs, challenges herself at training, has been doing additional training on Saturdays and generally always gives her all!!!

Sharon wins a free podiatry, biomechanical and video analysis from Shoes Feet Gear at Paddington!

Well done Ladies!!!

Saturday Session

This week we will be heading to Mt Cootha!
I encourage all BRSers to join us, particularly those coming On Tour!!!!  It is 5 months out from our 28km off road, so why not start your lead up training now!!!!

If you are unable to do the trail run due to prams....injuries, join me for a road run.

Meeting Point:  Slaughter Falls Carpark, Sir Samuel Griffith Drive Mt Cootha
When:  Saturday 12th April  (Matty's Birthday!!) 
Time: 6am-7:45am
Cost: $2
What:
Option 1: A Trail Run with Matt. As trails take a little longer to cover a good amount of KM, this session is 1hr 45mins!
Option 2: a Road Run with Renae 1:30-1:45hrs.  You can always do less!!

Breaky and Coffee at Beans on the Green or Chocolate Orange Espresso!!!

ANZAC Day Run

Only 17 days left until the ANZAC Day run. This is the first year for the run and its for a great cause.
12km or 6km distances.

You get to run through the city, then a nice familiar route around Southbank.

Register Now in the BRS Team
Search for Brisbane Run Squad.
Password:  BRS 123

http://www.anzacrun.com/

Happy Running

Renae & Matt

Reminders + Saturday Session + Members of the Month

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

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?

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

 

 

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

• 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!!!

Happy Running
Renae & Matt

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.

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!

Plenty of opportunities for you to commit yourselves to doing something different and challenging!!

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