Archive for June, 2009

Hi All. Well the time is fast coming that we again let our hair down, relax and enjoy a drink as we get together to help raise valuable funds for the charity : Camp Quality.

 Please click the flyer  for all the details:  spd-gala-ball-09-poster

In the previous three years the events have been a huge success with over $50,000 raised so far. Times we all agree are getting tougher and the charity organisations are no different. We had to make a decision earlier this year whether to run the event again this year as it really is a time consuming  job  and we have actually lost money in previous years, but with a big thanks to all of our Sponsors coming on board we are in a position to again run the 2009 Succeed & LJ Hooker Charity Ball.

As there are quite a few sponsors, in the coming weeks i will do separate blogs on each and every sponsor that have been kind enough to come on board and help support the Succeed Ball so as to give them the gratitude and exposure they deserve for assisting us with the ball.

Tickets sales are now being taken, but be sure to move fast as we have already sold over 150 tickets.

Please download the document below to book a table or a ticket for yourself, and simply fill out the form, scan it in and email to: charityball@succeed.com.au   

registration-form

I look forward to seeing you all there in what will be a wonderful evening.

Scott

Frances McPherson is a long time Succeed client. Originally a bootcamper at Weston, Frances has progressed from 3 bootcamp sessions per week to 3 one on one PT sessions with Succeed Director Shaun and running 4 - 6 times per week in a short period of time. Her major goal is to run the 2009 City to Surf.

In 2001 her 12 year old son Kym died unexpectedly of a brain tumour, the charity organisation REDKITE stepped in to pay the funeral costs, this is now her chance to repay them.

Frances and her good friend Pam have only been serious about running since January.  Pam and Frances are very committed and determined to run the entire distance non stop and raise the $5000.00 necessary to cover the funeral costs incurred by Redkite in 2001.

Pam’s a great friend and mother of Kym’s best friend Chris, they have shared many ups and downs together. The frangipani flower symbolises shelter & protection, it makes sense for them to be the Fran-gi-Pammi girls.

Please help Pam and France’s support Rekite by sponsoring them on their quest at the 2009 City to Surf.                                                                                                                                                                                           

  Below is a link to their webpage

Please give generously!!!

http://city2surf.everydayhero.com.au/frances_mcpherson

Well i have to say i wasn’t sure what to expect with being short   listed  to win the Australian Telstra Business of the year awards, and i have to say it avery gruelling process. It took close to five weeks to have the initial submission ready ( well Jesse mostly, he did 95% of that job thank god).

We had to sit the interview process yesterday in which we basicallygot drilled for close to two hours onour business, future direction for Succeed and basically life in general.

It was actually a great process as it has given us the opportunity to really assess where we are now to where we seethe business heading in the future.  Basically it has helped us build a five year business for the organisation which is great.

I believe both Jesse & myself did a great job and we now wait for the judges to go to all the other businesses and  do the same interview process, and we should know by the end julyy how we went.

I will keep you posted.

We also got stuck outside for Bootcamp yesterday morning at Fadden due to school exams. Thank you tothose that fronted in the cold weather ( wasn’t too bad really). Sometimes i do come up with silly training ideas that really don’t seem that hard until you do the session ( and yes i actually participated)….

Great work to those that attended, we did 3 x 12 minute sets of running with a variety of exercises at the end of the court and it was much harder than it looked on paper ( a bit like cross fit style really). I gotta say that after legs on Tuesday and then back up with that yesterday has taken a toll on the old body…. Hopefully it will bounce back today.

Over the coming weeks i will actually post the session  plans up on the website, so you can have a look and maybe write it down for your yourself to try one day.

Anyway gotta go and start on a 13 hour PT day, will be a struggle another late night and early morning. Maddy has been a little saint and has pretty much slept all night for the last 5 nights which is really making a big difference. I would be wrecked if she had been waking up during the nights.

My little princess has just turned 1 and is very cute. Not sure how she gets into some of the sleeping positions she does.

Trying to send Lisa back to work full time so i can do Daddy Day Care everyday…. I love it.

Scott

Do you have trouble getting motivated to exercise?

Do you wish there was something you could do about it?

Do you think it’s your willpower that just doesn’t measure up?

What if there was a way for you to develop your willpower?

What if I could give you a few little secrets that you could use to create motivation and put to use to reach your fitness goals? Well if you’re willing to supply just a little bit of desire and a little bit of effort, I’ll teach you how to develop an unstoppable motivation and willpower that your friends will envy.

The key to your success is a simple five letter word… and that word is habit. This is our number one goal! Yes! Our number one goal is to create the habit of exercise and our improved fitness will be a by product of accomplishing this. How are we going to do this? We are going to break this down as far as necessary. And you will be the one who determines just how far that is. What do I mean by that? Well virtually all exercise consists of either steps or repetitions. Think of your favorite exercise. Is it walking? Then it can be broken down to steps… (or time spent) right? Is it push ups? Then it can be broken down to repetitions. Get the idea? So if we are to succeed at creating the habit of exercising, technically we only need to take “some” steps or to do “some” repetitions on a regular, consistent basis.

You might be thinking, come on now… how is taking a few steps or a few repetitions going to help me reach my fitness goals? Stay with me for a minute. Most people who fail at reaching their fitness goals, fail because they lack motivation. And the reason they lack motivation is because their holding the wrong picture in their mind. Both of how you perceive exercise and how you perceice yourself, plays a big part in the picture….. Always remember, something is better than nothing.

I begin by telling myself that I am going to do “one set” of my favorite exercise (the leg press) and then after giving myself two or three minutes to recover from that set, I will then ask myself if I want to do more. Nine times out of ten I do! And if I don’t I can still feel good that I did that set and strengthened the habit of exercise. Surely anyone can do a “single set” of their favorite exercise and create the habit of doing so. Make the goal creating the “habit”… not the workout!!! We can always increase the steps, the reps, the number of sets, the exercises and the time spent anytime we want to! And I encourage you to do so… whenever you feel like it!

We need to keep in mind that not all workouts have to be maximal. Start each workout with just one set of your favorite exercise. Wait 2 or 3 minutes and while you’re waiting, praise yourself for accomplishing that set. You’ve just included some exercise in your day. Doesn’t that feel good? You have taken the first step to creating a habit… a very good habit. And each time that you do this you are strengthening that habit. Now, ask yourself if you feel like you want to do more. If not… stop. If so, repeat.

Many people get to the gym and turn around and go home because they just don’t feel up to working out that day. But many of us have found that if we just submit to doing a set or two of something, we begin to feel like doing more.

Habits begin like flimsy cobwebs at first and are strengthened day by day to become like unbreakable cables to strengthen our lives. What happens is once you get started, you will begin to feel the endorphins rush and most of the time you will “feel” like doing more. I kid you not! Try it!

Here is a poem that I came across recently that seems appropriate for this article. I hope you enjoy it.

Who am I?

I am your constant companion.
I am your greatest helper or heaviest burden.
I will push you onward or drag you down to failure.
I am completely at your command.

Half the things you do you might just as well
turn over to me and I will be able to do them
quickly and correctly.

I am easily managed -
You must merely be firm with me.
Show me exactly how you want
Something done and after a few lessons
I will do it automatically.

I am the servant of all great men;
And alas, of all failures, as well.
Those who are great, I have made great.
Those who are failures, I have made failures.

I am not a machine,
Though I work with all the precision
Of a machine plus the intelligence of a man.
You may run me for a profit or run me for ruin -
It makes no difference to me.

Take me, train me, be firm with me,
And I will place the world at your feet.
Be easy with me and I will destroy you.
Who am I? I am habit!
- Anonymous

 Looking for a Personal Trainer or Bootcamp in your area? Go to our website today for more details: www.succeed.com.au . Email your interest and we will give you a FREE Personal Training session, just so you can see what actually does happen.

What to do when you are ready to get in shape?

So you are finally ready to turn from your couch potato ways, and trade your T.V. remote in for a dumbbell! Congratulations, and welcome to the wonderful world of fitness! I commend you on your resolve to lose weight and get into shape! Now where do you begin? These days there sure is a lot of talk about diet and fitness, whether it is a new diet pill or piece of exercise equipment. It is enough to make your head spin, and certainly enough to confuse the beginner. Take a deep breath, and follow these simple tips to go from being a fitness beginner to a pro!

TIP #1: GET MOVING

The first thing you need to do, as a fitness beginner, is to start moving! I mean this literally. Get up, and walk out your front door. Now walk down the street. Now turn the corner. Keep going! Do you get the picture? Start introducing your body to fitness by going on walks. These walks will probably start out slow and short, but before you know it they will be brisk and long. Try to work up a sweat as you tour the neighborhood. Make it a habit to wake up early to go on your walk, or consistently go on a walk before you go to bed. These walks will get you to start burning calories each day, and will also begin to build your cardiovascular endurance.

TIP #2: STRETCH

Once you become a pro at walking, you will need to add something new to your routine. Stretch before and after your walks. Start by reaching down to touch your toes and holding it for 30 seconds. You will feel tightness on the backs of your legs, in your hamstrings. Now place your palm against a wall at chest level and turn your body away from it. As you hold this for 30 seconds you will feel a stretch in your chest. Most inactive people have tight hamstring and chest muscles due to prolonged sitting, so it should be your priority to stretch these muscles out. You will be pleasantly surprised at what this will do for your posture!

TIP #3: CLEAN YOUR DIET

Fitness professionals like to claim that 80% of what your body looks like is directly related to what you eat. In other words, if you are eating burgers and fries and visiting the gym everyday, you are still going to look like you are eating burgers and fries! It is time to clean up your diet, so you can continue on your fast track to fitness.

• Rule #1: No more fast food. Fast food is cheap, available, and quick, but it is far from healthy. You are better off avoiding it completely.
• Rule #2: Eat 5 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables everyday. Your body needs the nutrients found in these foods, and they will fill you up without empty calories.
• Rule #3: Eat 4-5 small meals a day, rather than 2 large ones. This will keep your metabolism high all day, and turn you into a calorie-burning machine!

TIP#4: FIND A GYM & PERSONAL TRAINER

After you have mastered walking, stretching, and have started to clean up your diet, you are ready to join a gym. Don’t be intimidated or scared of this concept, the gym is a friendly place where people go to burn calories and build muscle! Find a local gym that has a convenient location near your home or work place. The key to making your gym membership worth its monthly dues is to use it consistently. Go to the gym no less than three times a week. While you are there begin a resistance training program as well as a cardiovascular program.

TIP #5: FIND A BUDDY

There is no better motivator to get you to the gym than knowing that someone is there waiting for you. If you find yourself slacking off in your workouts, or skipping the gym, a workout buddy might be just what you need. Find a friend with whom you share similar fitness goals, and become workout buddies. Agree to meet three times a week at the gym, and encourage each other throughout your workout. You will find that this makes workouts motivating and fun.

There you have it, all you need to know to get yourself up off the coach and into a healthy, fit lifestyle! Making the decision to get into shape will be the best one you make in your life, and I wish you all the best.

Looking for a trainer in the Canberra area? Then look us up at: www.succeed.com.au and you will receive a FREE Personal Training session with one of our professional staff.

Adam Cobb - Royal Australian Navy

I had ridden the diet and weight gain rollercoaster more times than I was willing to admit during the years prior to commencing my training at Succeed, I was in search of a change, and my very first session with Jesse was enough to convince me that “Succeed” was everything I was looking for and more!

 The commitment to hard work through physical challenges was not a new concept for me as I had been ‘training’ for a couple of years prior to my start with Succeed, however the commitment to myself, and what was truly best for my body, fitness and long term health was a hurdle I had not faced before. So many available fitness options focus solely on instant results without regard for the implications these fast-gain results can have on your body, or for the emotional battles fought only within yourself. “Succeed” is about so much more than just results, and Jesse was ready to help me face these battles head-on!

Jess’s unwavering dedication, support and guidance have been instrumental in me finally achieving success with my weight, and in me achieving amazing results with my fitness; a level I never thought possible for myself.

Jesse is passionate about what he does, and you can not help but become enveloped by this attitude. He is a constant source of motivation and displays a genuine commitment to ensuring you reach your goals and true fitness potential. Jesse offers a service you will not find anywhere else!! I have found that by being encouraged to push through the boundaries and limitations I had placed on myself, that I am capable of so much more that I had believed possible. I have no hesitations when I recommend ‘Succeed Personal Development to anyone. Boot Camp or Personal Training they come out of top.

I truly believe that by training with the team from Succeed it is possible to achieve the results you desire. I have.

 SURROUND YOURSELF WITH THE PEOPLE YOU WANT TO BE LIKE AND THE PEOPLE YOU LOOK UP TO,

 IF YOU DO THAT YOU WILL SUCCEED

Adam Cobb - Royal Australian Navy

 Karen Reid

1  How long have you had a trainer?

 I have been working with a trainer for 45 minute sessions three days a week since 8 October 2005.  When initially assessed, my fitness level could largely be considered very poor, particularly in the cardiovascular area.

 2    How has having a trainer helped you/what results have you achieved?

 It has really been the trainer’s ability to work directly with me and progressively increase session intensity in line with improvements in my fitness level which has gained significant and exciting results for me.

 The dedication, support and commitment provided by the trainer to help me reach my personal goals have been major success factors for me and for the first time I find myself really enjoying exercise.  I never knew I could work so hard or laugh so much (or enjoy such intense blood circulation in my face!).  Such a fantastic way to get fit.  I plan to live until at least 90 years old, feeling as positive, healthy and happy as I am right now.

If there is any doubt about just how far things have progressed, check my results so far.  My strength and flexibility have both doubled, while contributing to a lovely pair of toned arms, and my resting heart rate has gone from 108 beats per minute to 68 beats per minute.

 In the end, personal training is not just about fitness - it’s about personal and professional attention to the body, which in turn has such a positive affect on the mind .  How apt that my trainer works for Succeed.  Indeed he does!

 3    What aspects of your sessions do you particularly enjoy?

 Boxing is something new for me and is a lot of fun.  However, I really like all elements of the sessions as they are always different and I never quite know what to expect (except they will be challenging and I will finish feeling hot, sweaty and fabulous).

 The best thing about the sessions is that they cater for various fitness levels (so you can do it with all your mates!) and there are always plenty of exercises to suit individual preferences.  And all while laughing and having a great time.

 4    In your opinion, who would benefit from having a personal trainer?

 Absolutely anyone.  With the trainer prepared to come to your local park and train you and your friends, it’s a unique, healthy and environmentally attractive alternative to the gym.  As the sessions cater so well for all fitness levels (you get out what you put in too!), it’s easy for your beer belly mates to come along as well.  There are men, women and sometimes my teenage son in our group and we equally achieve great results.

 5    What are your future goals?

 To continue to learn and improve, to respect my body, to appreciate life, fresh air and the considerable talents and professionalism of my trainer, and maintain a lifestyle which never neglects the importance of health and fitness.

If you cannot find what you are looking for under Bootcamp Bookings simply: click here for more information.

Location Addresses:

Succeed Canberra Personal Training Centres

Bartlet Place, Greenway ACT 2902 ( within Club Lime)

Outdoor Personal Training available at a location near you

Succeed Canberra Bootcamp Locations Morning Classes ( all outdoors)

Belconnen - Aranda Playing Fields, Bindubi St Aranda

Amaroo - Katherine Ave, Amaroo ACT 2914 ( Amaroo School grounds)

Dickson - Dickson Playing Fields, Antill St Dickson

Weston - Rivett Ovals, Bangalay St Rivett

Fadden - Fadden Pines, Bugden Ave Fadden ACT

Lanyon - Gordon PLaying Fields, Midge St Gordon

Queanbeyan - Wright Park, Old Sydney Rd Queanbeyan

Succeed Canberra Bootcamp Locations Evening Classes ( all outdoors)

Weston - Rivett Ovals, Bangalay St Rivett

Tuggeranong - Tuggeranong Town Park, Bartlett Pl Tuggeranong

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Succeed Service Agreement

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