The Nelson Women's Activator Series

Swimming next week!

2012-01-23T16:37:00.001+13:00

Well, just over one week to go before we head back into weekly Activator sessions.

Next Wednesday, the 1st of February we will resume with swimming at Ngawhatu Pool. For this, I ask that you email me back if you intend on coming to the sessions as I need to put you into appropriately sized and ability matched groups. If I don't hear from you, I will assume that you do not wish to attend the swimming sessions. We have three weeks of swimming, so if want to participate but there is one session you know you will be absent for, please also let me know. Similarly, if you know 6.15pm is tricky for you to be on time for, then let me know and I can put you in a group that will enter the pool slightly later (6.45pm).

Ngawhatu is a 25m indoor heated swimming pool, not as wide as Riverside, therefore it is important that I know numbers in advance to manage the smaller sized pool for groupings. There are changing rooms and showers available, and as it is heated, I would suggest you all bring a bottle of water to sip on throuhout your session. If you are feeling nervous about swimming togs, don't be, others arel feeling exactly the same, and this is not a beauty pagaent, we're concentrating on swim confidence and technique, not what colour or shape your togs are. You can reach the bottom all the way down the pool, and Group 1 will always be next to the side of the pool.

The pool entrance (at the end of Ngawhatu Rd, off Suffolk Rd) is kept locked by gate, so if you are running late for any of the sessions, you will need to park outside the entrance and walk through to the pool.

Please reply email to let me know which of the three groups you would classify yourself.

Group 1: Would not feel confident swimming one length
Group 2: Could swim one or two lengths
Group 3: Could swim many lengths confidently

Swim Passes
Remember to head in and see Jo at Riverside Pool reception if you would like to purchase a three month swim pass.

Riverside/Nayland Pool - $55 for a three month swim pass (Feb, Mar, April)

This deal is for Womens Activator Participants only - fantastic price! Perfect too, if you are going to participate in the Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon (April 1st) and plan on doing a bit of swim preparation for it. Entries for this event will open Wednesday the 25th of January - it is the 25th year this year, so exciting things planned - limited to 500 participants.

Striders Summer Series
Tomorrow night, is the Striders 5km down the Maitai Valley - it was great to see some of you at the 3km last week! Good on you! These sessions are free and a bit of fun to see how hard you can push yourself over the distance. The 5km starts up round the corner from the Matai Valley Motor Camp (5km down the valley). Some people park half way up and then walk/jog up for a warm up and walk/jog back to their car for a warm down - otherwise there is usually someone around you can grab a lift up the valley from. More details on www.nelsonstriders.co.nz

As always, keep active, and I'll see you soon.

Latest Emailer Out

2012-01-12T15:08:00.000+13:00

Attached (to your inboxes) is some info on the 6hr Spin Challenge coming up in February as a fundraiser for the Heart Foundation.

Let me know if you are keen to join me in an Activator Team! The more we have, the less time we each have to spend on the bike and the less the entry fee component is ($150 divided between team members).

Please also forward among your networks, staff noticeboards etc.

For further info on this challenge contact either Averil West (Heart Foundation)

Averil West | Heart Health Advocate | Heart Foundation

Ph +64 3 545 7112 M 021 30 31 60 W www.heartfoundation.org.nz

Nelson/Marlborough Branch, Level 1, 42 Halifax Street, Nelson | PO Box 535, Nelson 7040

or Rachel Voyce (migym)

info@migym.co.nz
03 539 0116

A reminder that our sessions for 2012 begin on Wednesday the 1st of February. This will be out at Ngawhatu Pool for the first three weeks of February, with swim groups starting at either 6.15pm for 30 minutes in the pool or 6.45pm for 30 minutes pool time. I will forward more info on this soon.

2012!

2012-01-08T16:52:00.001+13:00

I hope this post finds you relaxed and ready for a fantastic 2012!

Just a quick note to say that I will be emailing in the next couple of weeks with more info about our sessions for 2012 (remember these are on Wednesday nights). That means that those of you that are keen to continue with the NBS Nelson Striders on Tuesday nights may well be able to - just a reminder though, that for the next four weeks they have their annual Six O'Clock Summer Series up the Maitai Valley, so they won't be meeting at their normal place in Bridge St. Feel free to join in - a great way to get a bit of an 'event' experience, for no fee! Many will park at the finish (Branford Park) and then walk/jog up to the start of the 3km, getting a bit more distance into their evening, or park half way, getting a nice warm up and then cool down afterwards.

Further details available on http://nelsonevents.co.nz/content/striders-summer-road-series-0

.... NBS Nelson Striders presents the Sprig & Fern Matai Valley Six O'Clock Summer Series

January 10th - 3km - Start Waahi Taakaro Golf Course

January 17th - 3km - Start Waahi Taakaro Golf Course

January 24th - 5km - Start Matai Valley Motor Camp

January 31st - 10km - Start Branford Park (5km up and 5km back)

No Entry Fee. Enter on the Day.

Post event drinks at Sprig n Fern, Milton St after each event

For more information contact Averil or Graeme on (03) 548 3655 or email nelsonstriders@clear.net.nz

The NBS Nelson Striders Half Marathon and 10km is also on this coming Sunday - this one is a fun one as the emphasis is on who can get closest to their estimate, rather than who wins outright. With the person who is closest winning a pretty mean looking trophy for the mantelpiece (a boar's jaw)! The event is handicapped, meaning that based on your estimate provided on entering you will start in a group with similar times, and therefore, many people tend to finish around the same time as each other. More details available at http://nelsonevents.co.nz/content/nbs-nelson-striders-half-marathon-10km

Also coming up in the near future is a fundraising spinning (cycling) event being held at migym for the Heart Foundation. Teams of people get together and take turns to spin on the one team spinning bike for six hours (each person's choice as to how long they spin before tagging and then either having another go later on, or just having a go for a set period). There will be instructors at the front for the duration. Date is Friday February 17th. One set entry fee, and no limit on the number of team members. I'm keen to put in an Activator Team, so if you are keen to join me, then let me know - I'll email more info when I have it through from Averil, but diary it in for the meantime.

As always, keep active and I'll see you soon!

Final Session for 2011

2011-12-19T08:40:00.001+13:00

I hope you have all dried out and are now able to enjoy some active sunshine!

Tomorrow night, we meet at Ride Nelson in Halifax St (next to the library) for a session instore on bike maintenance. 6.30pm. Just bring yourself - no need to bring your bike with you. This will be our final session for 2011 before we start up again in February 2012.

Session #11

2011-12-09T14:47:00.000+13:00

Averil will be there this week to meet you and help assign those into groups (for those that missed this week's session), and once again Carl from Ride Nelson along with Dave and Julie from Biking Nelson will be there to guide you through the trails on your mountainbike. You will see Carl the following week when we head instore, but this will be your last session with Dave and Julie - so please thank them on my behalf too.

Meeting spot is the same as last week, in the carpark on the left just before the start of Branford Park (grassy area as you enter the Maitai Valley). 6.30pm - 7.30pm.
Averil's contact number should you need it, is (03) 548 3655.

Remember to dust off your bells and get along to the Classic Hits Jingle Bells Jog and Santa Walk on Sunday - always good fun! Full details on www.nelsonevents.co.nz

Did we still bike in the rain?

2011-12-06T12:43:00.004+13:00

Yes - we'll still be up the Maitai. Just bring warm clothing and a good rain jacket - the more fluro the better in this lovely weather!

Will reassess the weather closer to start time this evening, if thunder and lightning appear then it will be a definite no go. Keep watching the blog for updates on any changes to the plans.

This week's session - Mountainbiking!

2011-12-05T09:34:00.000+13:00

This week we begin our Mountainbiking segment of the series. Tomorrow night, we will meet at Branford Park (which is on the left as you enter the Maitai Valley) at 6.30pm.

You will need to bring your bike, helmet and I suggest some layered warmer clothing also. If you don't have access to a bike, then please get in touch as I may be able to sort one to borrow. Similarly, if you have a spare bike at home that someone else may be able to borrow for the next two Tuesday evenings then let me know.

You do not need to have ever been mountainbiking before, as we will start off on the grass area at Branford Park with skill type activities before those that are keen can head off into the surrounding trails. You do however, need to be able to ride a bike.

When you arrive I will ask you to put yourself into confidence groups, starting with not very confident at all on a bike, to more confident and have ridden on trails before. An instructor will then guide your group based on your abilities, so it is important you are honest with yourself so that you get the most out of the sessions.

If you have any queries, please email or call me, otherwise I will see you tomorrow evening!

Message from Gaye Evans of Gaye Evans - Fitness Training.

2011-11-29T10:30:00.001+13:00

Nice to see you all last Tuesday, and thanks for joining in so enthusiastically, Most of you got a card for a free trial of a group session, but if you didn’t just email me on gayeevans@xtra.co.nz and we can sort out a time for you to come along and try out a full session. Check my website for details of session times www.fitnesstraining.co.nz . Any questions let me know

Session #9

2011-11-28T16:35:00.001+13:00

A huge congratulations to those of you who completed Run Mahana on Saturday - a fantastic achievement! Well done!!

Remember, next up as a series nominated event is the annual Classic Hits Jingle Bells Jog.
Sunday 11th December, run, walk, skate or scoot from Trafalgar Centre through to Tahunanui Beach. $5 per person, or $10 for family - dress up in Christmas theme and be in to win special prizes.

Tomorrow night, we will meet at the slightly later time of 7.15pm at Riverside Pool in the city where John McLean will lead an aquajogging session (and depending on numbers we will probably also get some time to do a bit of swimming for those that are keen).

Aquajogging is running in water with the aid of a buoyancy (aquajogging) belt. We have the whole pool booked for us, so no need to worry about making a fashion statement - whatever togs you have stored away in the cupboard, I am sure will suffice for one hour in the water.

See you there!

Session #8

2011-11-21T19:22:00.001+13:00

Tomorrow night we meet at the Botanics once again at 6.30pm for our session. We will be based at the Botanics and we will split into three groups, then move through a twenty minute rotation each of Stretching (with Jo Duncan), Outdoor Training (with Gaye Evans) and Yoga with Rod Watson of The Yoga Space.
Wear comfortable stretchy clothes (and some insect repellant is often handy), along with your water bottle.
See you there!

Session #7

2011-11-14T13:01:00.001+13:00

Tomorrow night we meet at the Botanics once again, where we will talk briefly for the first 10-15 minutes on training principles before heading out with the NBS Nelson Striders for a 40 minute jog or walk.

This will be our final session with the Striders - if you are keen to continue with them, their main night is Tuesday night at 5.45pm and is probably the best one to begin with (they do also meet on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday - however they aren't as popular as Tuesday and the weekend ones especially tend to be for longer). So once we finish on Tuesday nights in December, this may be something to consider continuing with. Talk with Averil for more information.

In the meantime keep active, and I'll see you at 6.30pm tomorrow night,

Session #6

2011-11-07T09:17:00.000+13:00

Tommorow night we once again meet at the Botanics for an evening of running and walking. Lyndon Chandler of Nayland Physiotherapy will be there at 6.30pm to talk about injury prevention when starting out, and then Greg Lineham, a Nelson race walking judge, will talk about the technique involved with race walking.

We will then utilise the Botanics for our run/walk where you can try out race walking under the guidance of Greg and runners can have a go at how to train your body to go a bit faster.

For those of you who are planning to enter Run Mahana, a reminder that entries close on the 19th of November.
Full details on www.runmahana.co.nz

See you tomorrow night.

In the meantime, as always, keep active,
Amanda

Session #5

2011-10-31T09:36:00.002+13:00

Tomorrow night we meet at the Botanics at 6.30pm, (the park at the base of the Centre of NZ in Milton St) for a 20 minute talk with Lyndon Chandler of Nayland Physiotherapy on injury prevention, following which we will then head out with the NBS Nelson Striders for a 30-40 minute jog or walk.

If it is wet, the session still goes ahead. Just make sure you wear warmer clothing and a jacket. If it is really tanking down with rain then we may postpone the talk section and just head out straight away on a run or walk. Either way, see you there!

SPIN class offer at migym

2011-10-27T08:52:00.000+13:00

Check your inboxes for a free spin class offer from migym (for next week only, need to pre-book).

Thanks migym!

Tonight's session

2011-10-25T13:56:00.002+13:00

Tonight we begin our running and walking section of the series, and to start we are heading to Shoe Clinic in Bridge Street, Nelson where Brett will take us through the science of correct fitting footwear (and clothing) for optimal support.

We will split into two groups, with group 1 going into Shoe Clinic first at 6.30pm, whilst Group 2 heads out with the NBS Nelson Striders for a run or walk for 30 minutes. Then, at 7.00pm the two groups will switch.

I have emailed who is in each group to everyone's inboxes, I will pop a list up on Shoe Clinic's door also. If your name is not on the list, then please do not go into Shoe Clinic, just go directly into Group 2 where you will be running or walking first.

2011-10-21T16:25:00.001+13:00

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Session #4

2011-10-21T10:02:00.001+13:00

Next week we begin our running and walking section of the series, and to start we are heading to Shoe Clinic in Bridge Street, Nelson where Brett will take us through the science of correct fitting footwear (and clothing) for optimal support.

We will split into two groups, with group 1 going into Shoe Clinic first at 6.30pm, whilst Group 2 heads out with the NBS Nelson Striders for a run or walk for 30 minutes. Then, at 7.00pm the two groups will switch.

This means that I need to place you into groups and to get a rough indication of who will be attending.

Please email me (nelsonactivator@gmail.com) if:
* you are planning to attend this Tuesday night
* if there is anyone you would prefer to be grouped with (just email me their names)

Otherwise, keep active and I will see you soon!

Session #3

2011-10-17T16:10:00.001+13:00

Tomorrow night we meet at the Trafalgar Park Pavillion at 6.30pm for our nutrition session with dietician Naomi Johnson. No need to bring anything special - a pen and paper may be handy - and any questions you would like to ask Naomi. I will have the Tick Club forms for anyone keen to register and enter the Hamper draw.

To get to the Pavillion, park in the carpark off Hathaway Tce (enter off Trafalgar Street, by Trailways) and then walk through the main gates. The Pavillion entrance is via the ramp, with the doors open just to the right once you reach the top of the ramp.

Stretch!

2011-10-14T20:17:00.001+13:00

Spin!

2011-10-14T20:15:00.000+13:00

How's the body this morning?

2011-10-12T08:21:00.000+13:00

hope the body isn't too sore this morning after your session at migym last night! I was super impressed at everyone's planks in the core strength rotation - tough stuff! And for many of you who got on the spin bikes, after years of not being on a bike - big well done to you. I hope the body is feeling a 'nice' sore, the kind of soreness that you know comes from pushing it that bit further than it's used to. Often this sets in a bit later (like 24 hours to 48 hours) and is referred to as DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness). Nothing a gentle walk, plenty of water, and then a long deserved soak in the tub can't fix.

A reminder that next week is our session with the dietician. Please email me through any questions or areas you want covered in her talk, so that I can forward these on to Naomi and she can prepare accordingly. Obviously you will still have the ability to ask questions directly during the session.

The course is now fully subscribed and a waiting list has been started. If you have any friends that are keen to go on the waiting list (sometimes we are able to open up some more spots further on in the series) then get them to complete a registration form and send in to NCC. These will then be forwarded to me, and I will contact them if/when a spot opens up.

In the meantime, keep active,

Session #2

2011-10-10T09:36:00.000+13:00

This week we head to Migym, where Rachael Voyce and the team will lead us through a three set rotation of Spin, Stretching and Core Strength activity. All you need to wear is comfy/stretchy clothes like T-shirts and trackies/shorts (just make sure if they are long in length that you can fold them up or tuck into your socks when you get onto the spin bikes). You will also need comfortable footwear and bring a water bottle too.

When you enter Migym at 6.30pm on Tuesday, please ensure the first thing you do is put a cross next to your name on the Register Clipboard. I need to keep records of how many attended each session for statistical purposes in my reporting back to Council, along with evaluating each session and also as part of Health & Safety.

If your name is highlighted then it means I don't have a medical form or photo (or both) from you, so please come and see me and we'll sort it.

I will also have the photo sheets from last week - can you please tick next to your name and photo if they are correct. There are a few blurry photos in there - so I'll take another one if this is the case for you.

Looking through the 'fear bottles' it was interesting to see the number whose main concern was swimming related. 13 people had concerns with swimming and getting in the water, and 12 people had concerns with swimming in the sea. I will talk more about these sessions later in the series, but for now, rest easy knowing that when we do the sea swim session we never go deep enough that you couldn't stand up and put your feet on the bottom (we swim parallel to shore). And for the pool sessions we split into three ability level groups (group 1 being those that wouldn't be able/comfortable to swim a length, group 2 being those that could swim 1 or 2 lengths and group 3 being those that could swim many lengths comfortably).

So - you're not alone!

It seems a number of you are also concerned about injury - please remember, that you are the only one who knows how your body is feeling and what is normal for it to handle. If you are at all worried about performing a certain activity or continuing a session, then let the instructor or myself know. It is really easy to do too much too soon when you are filled with enthusiasm and motivation, we want to be active in the long term, so look after yourself and take it slowly.

Another similar fear is being left out, or being the worst. This isn't a competition, however, I know how it can feel when you perceive yourself to be the worst at something. When I first started road cycling, I used to get dropped from the bunch every single time, and it wasn't much fun. Yet, I also knew that to get better, I had to stick to it, so each week, I lasted a little bit longer and a little bit further until eventually I was able to last the entire ride. Please know that we won't leave you behind in this series, there is no racing, and with all the different sports involved it is unlikely you are going to be the 'worst' or the 'best' at every single one (however you may judge it). And also remember, that you are faster, fitter, better, stronger, ..... etc etc then all the people that didn't have the courage to sign up to the series.

I look forward to seeing you tomorrow night.

Welcome to the 2011/2012 Nelson Women's Activator Series.

2011-10-03T14:22:00.002+13:00

Tomorrow night is our first session where we will get to know each other, cover some administration, and I will go over the basics of the series as well as answer any queries you may have.

This session is at the Victory Room of the Trafalgar Centre, so park in the Trafalgar Centre carpark, then walk through to the main entrance (I think ... I am picking the keys up tomorrow, so am assuming we will use the main entrance, however, if not, it will be from the carpark side through the courtyard entrance). Just look for an open door. :)

No need to wear exercise type clothing as we won't be doing a lot of movement tomorrow night, so just come along in comfortable warm clothing - we may sit on the floor at different stages throughout the session.

6.30pm - 7.30pm.

If you can, please download and print off the document I have sent to your email inbox, then fill in and bring with you tomorrow night. I will have spare copies available if you are unable to print.

A couple of emails have been returned to me - so if you haven't received an email, please check your junk box filters or advise a current email address.

See you tomorrow evening!

Just under 20 spots remain

2011-10-03T12:41:00.001+13:00

What are you waiting for? Go on, get involved, and be part of the fun.

If you have any questions about the series, please contact Amanda either on email at nelsonactivator@gmail.com or phone (03) 545 8453

2011-10-03T10:20:00.002+13:00

Wheel Woman - Mountain Bike workshops for Woman – ‘Ride with Confidence’

Three hour beginner and intermediate workshops designed to build riding confidence in a supportive all woman environment. Emma Bawtree runs workshops for beginners through to intermediate levels in the beautiful forests of Nelson and Kaiteriteri.

Up coming workshops dates:

OCTOBER
Saturday October 8th 2pm Beginner Single Track Workshop
NOVEMBER
Saturday November 5th 9.30am Beginner Single Track Workshop & 2pm Beginner Single Track Workshop
Saturday November 19th 9.30am Intermediate Single Track Workshop & 2pm Beginner Single Track Workshop
DECEMBER
Saturday December 3rd 9.30am Intermediate Single Track Workshop & 2pm Beginner Single Track Workshop
All workshops include up to 3 hrs of coaching in small groups.
The price of the workshops are $60 per workshop if you sign up for the two or more, (a single workshop is $65).

Private workshops also on offer, get a group together and we can custom a workshop to suit your experience and abilities.

Contact Emma

Ph: 03 5402678

Cell: 0276245368

Email:emma@nztraveldesigners.com

Sports Yoga Course

2011-10-01T16:49:00.002+13:00

· Many top professional athletes including Ryan Giggs, Phil Neville and tennis player Andy Murray are using Yoga to keep their bodies in top condition. This prolongs their career at the highest level. Most Premiership football teams are now using Yoga as a way of helping players recover more quickly from physical damage and also to prevent the risk of injury.

In this 6 week course I'll be leading students through a series of postures designed specifically for sports practitioners. Whether you run, swim, ride, or play rugby Sports Yoga will help you improve your overall performance, keep your body in top condition and injury free.

Monday 3 October - 14 November 7.15pm – 8.15pm

The Yoga Space, Central Arcade, Trafalgar Street

Bookings: 545 1668 021 0255 6765 rodwatson1@gmail.com

www.yoganelson.co.nz

Email

2011-09-28T15:01:00.002+13:00

I have sent an email to all registered inboxes this afternoon - if you have registered, and haven't received an email then let me know so I can update your details.

Spots remaining

2011-09-27T12:44:00.000+13:00

27 spots remain for the upcoming series now.

Registrations

2011-09-23T16:03:00.000+12:00

40 spots remain for the 2011 2012 series - so if you're interested in signing up, don't delay and get it in the post or pop in to Council next week!

Remember, if you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call - Amanda, on (03) 545 8453 or email nelsonactivator@gmail.com

Date Correction

2011-09-20T10:01:00.003+12:00

For those that have looked far enough ahead on the registration form, the date for one of the series nominated events - the Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon is incorrect. It should be 1st April (not 10th).

Registration forms are out!

2011-09-15T18:32:00.001+12:00

You can download one from the council website - http://www.nelsoncitycouncil.co.nz/womens-activator-series then either pop in tomorrow to register or pop in the post.

If you don't have a cheque book, then you can pay by eftpos/cash etc at Nelson City Council Customer Services (corner Trafalgar and Halifax Streets).

Registrations will open this Friday!

2011-09-14T12:33:00.002+12:00

Provisional Schedule

(Some times, activities and venues may change)

Series to open for registrations on Friday the 16th of September!

2011-08-31T14:17:00.001+12:00

Registrations for this seasons Nelson Women's Activator Series is set to open on Friday the 16th of September! Keep watching this space for more info.....

2011 2012 Series Updates

2011-08-07T15:51:00.002+12:00

Planning is progressing well for the next series.

Just an update - the series will start one month later this year, so will begin in October. This will mean Registrations will also open later than normal.

Keep an eye on the Live Nelson paper in your letterbox and also the blog for when registration will be ready for release.

2011 2012 Series!

2011-07-18T09:54:00.001+12:00

Planning is underway for the 4th Nelson Women's Activator Series.

If you know of a sport that you would like to see included, and better yet, someone to contact to see if they are keen to be involved then flick me an email at nelsonactivator@gmail.com

Keep watching this space for more updates!

Our final session for the series

2011-04-06T10:45:00.000+12:00

Well, we've made it. 21 sessions after introducing ourselves at the Granary at Founders, we are now approaching our final session.
Congratulations on making it through - top effort!

Tonight (as it will be darker) we will aim to go for a quick walk and jog in the Maitai. Please wear bright clothing, (if you have reflective clothing, pop this on over top too). The brighter the better! Park at the start of the valley (at the same carpark we used for MTB'ing - any latecomers can continue driving further up the valley until you find us).

We will go past the transition area so those doing the triathlon on Sunday can see how it works before we finish up around 7pm and head to Liquid NZ Bar for a celebratory drink. Kirsten has kindly organised for us to get some great deals - $5 house wines or beers.

Liquid NZ Bar is located at 75 Bridge St, (across the road from Shoe Clinic). If you want, Kirsten also informs me that there is a weekly quiz evening on from just after 8pm, so if you want to continue on and test your mental powers then please do.

I have emailed you all a feedback form, which I would be grateful if you could print, complete and bring with you on Wednesday (or pop in the post, address supplied at bottom of form). To ensure a fourth series is run, I need to be able to provide an accurate and reflective account of the series. It is also important to hear ideas about how to continually improve the series to make sure it is meeting the needs of those that register. If you started out, and then decided it wasn't for you - then your feedback is also vital. Please also make sure you include some positives in there, it is often easy to fill out a feedback form and focus on all the things that could be different, rather than also reflecting on what worked well.

In the meantime, as always, keep active.

Aquajogging tonight

2011-03-30T10:02:00.001+13:00

Just a quick note to remind you that our session (Wednesday) tonight is at 7.30pm.

The session is aquajogging at Riverside Pool - all that is needed is your togs, the pool has aquabelts for us to use. We have the whole pool booked - so you will be able to swim some lengths if you want too as well.

See you then.

Later start next week

2011-03-24T11:54:00.001+13:00

Just a quick note to remind you that our session next Wednesday is at 7.30 - 8.30pm.

The session is aquajogging at Riverside Pool. We have the whole pool booked - so you will be able to swim some lengths if you want too.

Mountainbiking

2011-03-14T08:56:00.000+13:00

This week we are mountainbiking! We will meet at the start of Branford Park (just inside the Maitai Valley, off Nile St) at 6.30pm for a one hour session with our Mountainbiking instructors. If you need to borrow a bike, remember that Ride Nelson have hire bikes as do CLM Riverside Pool.

We will put ourselves into groups at the start of the session according to ability, so you will be riding with similarly 'skilled' riders. This first week we stick to the surrounds of
Branford Park and next week we will progress a bit futher. Will send more info soon.

Weather

2011-03-02T08:16:00.001+13:00

Hmmmm ....... looking wonderful out there. Will update early this afternoon with any cancellations/changes to this evening's plans.

'Racquet Sports'

2011-02-28T11:33:00.001+13:00

This week we begin our 'racquet' sports. I haven't heard from everyone yet as to their preference of sport, if you wish to participate in the next two sessions, then email me urgently with your choice of either Badminton or Croquet. Please note that Golf is now full.

I will email with more details on each of the sports tomorrow.

A reminder that Golf is based at the Nelson Golf Club in Tahuna, Badminton is based in Richmond and Croquet in Nelson City itself. You will do the same sport for both weeks.

If you have access to golf clubs, please bring these with you to the session, similarly if you have a badminton racquet please bring this with you. If not, there will be spares you can borrow. If anyone does have badminton racquets at home (even if you're not doing badminton on Wednesday), we would like to get hold of a few more - please consider lending these for the next two weeks if possible.

Keep active,
Amanda

2011-02-17T13:47:00.001+13:00

I hope you enjoyed your time swimming over the past three weeks, and you found the instructors tips and drills useful to carry on with. Swimming is one of those skills that does take time to master, so remember to persevere with it.

If you wish to take further lessons either in a small group or one on one then contact details have been emailed to you. You may find getting together with other Activator Woman who were in your group and having a few small private lessons may be beneficial, cost effective and of course fun!

Kate has adult swim lessons at Riverside Pool for a five week period ($50) for Level 1 & 2 (which equates to our Group 1 & 2) on Tuesdays 5.20 - 5.50pm and on Wednesdays for Level 3 & 4 at 5.50 - 6.20pm.
Give her a call for more info.

Next week we have one evening of sea swimming - we will meet on the beach directly in from the Abel Tasman Statue Carpark (Rocks Rd end of the beach).

I did notice a number of you struggling with keeping your hair out of your eyes and mouth when you were swimming in the pool, investing in a swimming cap may well be the way to go. Please bring a swimming cap with you for our session in the sea (if you don't have one, I will have some spares).

If you have a wetsuit, feel free to use it - I was in the water at seven on Monday night and it was beautiful so they definitely aren't needed. We will be there for an hour (not in the water for the full time though), however, if the water does get too cold, we will not make you stay in.

If you are concerned about swimming in the sea, we swim parallel to shore and always at a depth where you can stand up. Members of the Nelson Triathlon Club will be there to give you tips on how to navigate a course, swim around buoys, how to enter and exit the water, and we will practise swimming around some 'human buoys' to put these skills into practice.

The week following we will begin our two weeks of racquet sports. The three sports are golf, badminton and croquet. Golf will be based at the Nelson Golf Club in Tahuna, Badminton in Richmond and Croquet in Nelson City. 6.30pm - 7.30pm. Please start thinking about which sport you will like to opt into, as I will ask you soon to email me stating the three sports in order of preference. You will do the same sport for both weeks.

Women's Triathlon Training with Migym

2011-02-04T13:28:00.000+13:00

Thinking about the Women’s Triathlon? Talk to migym about their Triathlon Training Club!

You’ll get full support for the 8 weeks leading up to the big day, including:

Weekly group personal training sessions
Full 8 week program
Entry fee covered
The all new migym training t-shirt
Free bike check at R&R
Fresh Choice prize at the finish line

ALL this is only $85 for migym members, $99 for non-members

Already entered? You can still join the club – they’ll discount $40 off!

Starts Thursday 17^th Feb
migym Buxton Square 539 0116 info@migym.co.nz

Swimming tonight!

2011-02-02T13:03:00.001+13:00

Well done to Shelley, Lynley and Lois who all completed the 10km Striders Summer Series last night! Top effort!

Tonight we start our swim sessions at Ngawahtu Pool. The pool entrance (at the end of Ngawhatu Rd, off Suffolk Rd) is kept locked by gate, so if you are running late for any of the sessions, you will need to park outside the entrance and walk through to the pool.

I will be at the gate to let vehicles in between 6.20pm and 6.25pm tonight, then will lock the gate. If you arrive after that time, you will need to park on Ngawhatu Road and then walk through to the pool. One of the conditions of our use of the pool is that this gate is kept locked at all times. I will then pop back out to the gate to allow those arriving later for their 7.00pm swim start to drive in (between 6.50pm and 6.55pm), and will then pop out just after 7.00pm to allow those from their 6.30pm start to exit with their vehicles.

If you are not sure how to find Ngawhatu Rd, easiest way is probably to turn left at the lights at Stoke (if driving from Nelson), head down to the roundabout at the end of the road, turn right, and travel along this road until you see Ngawhatu Rd on your left.

Just a reminder again that Ngawhatu Pool is heated, so please bring a bottle of water with you to sip on during your session.

Group 1 will be using the area of the pool closest to the changing rooms, Group 2 will be on the opposite side of the pool and Group 3 will be in the middle lane of the pool.

I have emailed the groupings to you all.

See you tonight!

2011 resumes next Wednesday!

2011-01-24T12:47:00.000+13:00

Well, just over one week to go before we head back into weekly Activator sessions.

Next Wednesday, the 2nd of February we will resume with swimming at Ngawhatu Pool. For this, I ask that you email me if you intend on coming to the sessions as I need to put you into appropriately sized and ability matched groups. If I don't hear from you, I will assume that you do not wish to attend the swimming sessions. We have three weeks of swimming, so if want to participate but there is one session you know you will be absent for, please also let me know. Similarly, if you know 6.30pm is tricky for you to be on time for, then let me know and I can put you in a group that will enter the pool slightly later (still finishing at 7.30pm).

Ngawhatu is a 25m indoor heated swimming pool, not as wide as Riverside, therefore it is important that I know numbers in advance to manage the smaller sized pool for groupings. There are changing rooms and showers available, and as it is heated, I would suggest you all bring a bottle of water to sip on throuhout your session. If you are feeling nervous about swimming togs, don't be, others arel feeling exactly the same, and this is not a beauty pagaent, we're concentrating on swim confidence and technique, not what colour or shape your togs are. You can reach the bottom all the way down the pool, and Group 1 will always be next to the side of the pool.

The pool entrance (at the end of Ngawhatu Rd, off Suffolk Rd) is kept locked by gate, so if you are running late for any of the sessions, you will need to park outside the entrance and walk through to the pool.

Please email to let me know which of the three groups you would classify yourself.

Group 1: Would not feel confident swimming one length
Group 2: Could swim one or two lengths
Group 3: Could swim many lengths confidently

Swim Passes
If you would like a registration form for a swim pass, let me know and I will email this through to you. You then need to take this form to the pool reception and pay directly over the counter (I wll forward a list of names of those that wish to purchase one to the receptions of each pool later this week, so that they are aware of who you are).

Riverside/Nayland Pool - $45 for a three month swim pass (Feb, Mar, April)
ASB Aquatic Centre - $100 for a three month swim pass (Feb, Mar, April)

These deals are fantastic prices! Perfect too, if you are going to participate in the Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon (April 10th). Remember, too that if you enter before the 6th of February then you go into the draw for a $150 Relish Restaurant Voucher. More details on the tri can be found at http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/WomensTri.htm along with some generic training plans.

Striders Summer Series
Tomorrow night, is the Striders 5km down the Maitai Valley - it was great to see Rosa, Bridget, Shelley and Carolyn at the 3km last week - especially in the wet and windy conditions!

2011 is here!

2011-01-10T19:46:00.001+13:00

I hope the holiday season treated you well and you are enjoying the start to 2011.

I will email you soon regarding starting back with the Nelson Women's Activator Series on Wednesday 2nd February.

If you are looking for something to keep you going until then, the NBS Nelson Striders begin their 6 o'clock Summer Series tomorrow (Tuesday) night up the Maitai Valley.
6pm start. 3km distance. Run or walk (or both) from the Waahi Taakaro Golf Course, down to Branford Park. Full details on www.nelsonstriders.co.nz
Hopefully see you there!

MTB First Aid Course

2010-12-21T14:00:00.000+13:00

If you or someone you know missed out on the first course offered by Triple One Care, and are still interested ... they are holding a second course. January 19th. I have emailed you the flyer.

Remember, if you've got a free night tonight - Striders meet at 5.45pm in Bridge St ...

The first 100 entries have been released today for the 2011 Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon (perfect for an active xmas gift - event is on the 10th of April). Full details on www.nelsonevents.co.nz
The remainder will open on the 31st for all those New Year goals.

I wish you all a wonderful festive season and look forward to seeing you again in the New Year.

Are we still on if it's wet?

2010-12-07T17:43:00.004+13:00

Yes - still on, might be slightly modified - 6.30pm at Botanics. Just bring warm clothing and a jacket.
See you soon!

Next week's session

2010-12-01T09:54:00.003+13:00

Next week is our final session for 2010. We will again meet at the Botanics where Gaye Evans and Jo Duncan will take us for outdoor training and stretching. Nadja from Nordic Walking will also be there for you to try walking with poles!

6.30pm - 7.30pm.

See you there!

Don't forget that on Sunday the 12th of December is the annual Cityfitness Jingle Bells Jog - a 5km walk/run/skate or scoot from Trafalgar Centre carpark through to the beach. Fundraiser for the Heart Foundation. $5 an indivdiual or $10 a family. Dress in Christmas theme and prizes for the most bells, loudest bell and best outfit.
A fun family morning out and a perfect way to celebrate the first few months of becoming active.

Orienteering session this week

2010-11-29T19:22:00.002+13:00

CHANGE OF PLAN

Unfortunately the Nelson Orienteering Club can no longer take our session tomorrow night - so I will go over the basics with you (I used to teach students in the UK going for their Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award). We will now meet at the BOTANICS and use the marked course at the Centre of NZ.

Look forward to seeing you there.

Orienteering

2010-11-26T18:50:00.001+13:00

This week we run/walk with direction! Orienteering!
This will be based at Tahuna Beach. I will email you with details on where to meet on Monday.
See you soon!
Good luck to all those participating at Run Mahana tomorrow.

Next session

2010-11-17T20:48:00.000+13:00

Hows the DOMS? Feeling it? A big thank you to Lyndon Chandler (Nayland Physiotherapy) for his talk on injury prevention. Some of you have been asking about specific stretches for certain areas - I will pass these onto Jo and Gaye for our session on the 7th so that they can cover in more detail - let me know if you think of any others in the interim.

Well done on a tough climb last night - always enjoyable to head high when the weather is perfect to take in the vistas. If you are a bit sore today, then consider going for a short light walk or jog to try and loosen up the muscles a bit. If you were a bit red in places (you may have felt the burn in the shower last night) then barrier cream or Rawleighs ointment often works well on chaffing - and then slop some vaseline on the areas affected before heading out next time.

Next week we will meet at the Botanics again, but it will be all flat. Just might include a bit more intensity based exercise (for those that want to). Greg Lineham from Nelson Athletics will also be coming along to go over race walking technique and how to walk faster, and we will go over basic training principles.

Well done!

2010-11-16T20:25:00.001+13:00

Tough route tonight - awesome work out there on such a lovely evening. Let me know if you get DOMS .. :)

Running and Walking

2010-11-11T14:39:00.002+13:00

This coming Tuesday is the second week of our running and walking program. We will meet at 6.30pm at the Botanics, (Milton St (off Bridge St), base of the Centre of NZ track), for a twenty minute talk from Lyndon Chandler of Nayland Physiotherapy on Injury Prevention. Then the Striders will meet us for a 30 - 40 min run or walk.

The following Tuesday we again meet at the Botanics, where we will discuss basic training principles and technique before starting our run or walk.

Happy striding!

2010-11-08T19:45:00.003+13:00

This Tuesday we begin our Running and Walking segment, and will be split into two smaller groups. Group 1 will begin instore at the Shoe Clinic on Bridge Street at 6.30pm, Group 2 will start outside the Shoe Clinic for a run or walk with the NBS Nelson Striders. At 7.00pm you will switch and either head instore or head out with the Striders.

Ride November Specials

2010-11-05T10:34:00.002+13:00

Trade in your old bike and get at least $100 off the price of a new bike*

Up to 50% off bikes

15 % off kids bikes

Half price clothing in store*

Our mechanics will get your bike running trouble free from summer riding, drop in for same day servicing, bring in this flyer (will email this to you) for a free bike clean with your service

Only at Ride Nelson, 29 Halifax St, Nelson, 548 3877
www.ridenelson.co.nz

*Conditions apply, see instore for details

MiGym for free!

2010-11-05T10:22:00.001+13:00

Now’s your chance to try migym – for free! EVERY SATURDAY in November is FREE for anyone to go to migym and have a workout. Use the cardio gear, try some weights, or go to Zumba at 9am. So grab a friend and make the most of this offer, the friendly team at migym would love to see you.
Open 8am – 1pm Saturdays, Buxton Square (above Baby City). Ph 539 0116

Let the running and walking begin

2010-11-05T09:23:00.000+13:00

I hope you enjoyed the nutrition session with Annette - for those that wanted the dimensions for making up Vitasport/Vitafresh - sachet normally for 1L of water, add 200mL water and a pinch of salt to make an 8-10% carbohydrate based sports drink.

This coming Tuesday we begin our Running and Walking segment. I will be splitting you into two groups for this first session, with one group starting at Shoe Clinic at 6.30pm for the first half hour to go over correct supportive footwear and clothing, and then the next half hour will be a run or walk with the NBS Nelson Striders. The second group will run or walk first, and then head instore to Shoe Clinic at 7pm. If you have someone you want to do the session with then please email me your names and I will put you in the same group, otherwise I will just randomly assign you to either start at Shoe Clinic or start with the Striders. I will post these groups on the blog on Monday.

If you want to continue developing your cycling in a safe and supportive atmosphere, remember that Cycling Nelson have their ladies hour from 5.00pm - 6.00pm on Monday nights at the Trafalgar Park Cycle track. Cost is $2 per session.

2010-11-02T08:43:00.001+13:00

http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/RunMahanaPrizes.htm

Remember - enter by today to be eligible for special Activator deal - find out more at session tonight if you haven't been watching your emails for the past week.

Session 7: Nutrition

2010-11-01T16:17:00.002+13:00

This week's session is at the Trafalgar Park Pavillion - 6.30pm - 7.30pm.
Enter via the same entrance we used to get in the park for cycling, just veer left and head up the ramp to enter the building. Remember to bring lots of questions for Annette!

Averil has given me registration forms for the Spring Strut Stride game/program running this month - so I will pass any completed forms onto her. Remember if you want to join the E Tick Club to also bring the form that was on the last page of your booklets.

See you tomorrow,
Keep active.

Spring Ride Stride

2010-10-27T09:06:00.002+13:00

01 November to 30 November 2010

This is your chance to have fun with friends, family or workmates and be in to win some great prizes.
Spring Ride 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 and/or cycling goal, for example, the length of the South Island. Each walk and ride a member of your team does in a month adds to the total.
Just think - each time you walk to a cafe for a coffee, bike to work, or each time you walk the kids to the playground, you're getting closer to your goal.

Step 1: Get a team together - up to 10 members (your family/whanau, friends, workmates etc)
Step 2: Choose a captain
Step 3: Create a team name
Step 4: Complete the registration form (available from the Heart Foundation, ph 545 7112) and send it in
Step 5: Receive your Spring Ride Stride kit
Step 6: Team members report weekly distance to captains, who provide updates on www.springridestride.org.nz
Step 7: Tell us a fun, odd or interesting story about your team and/or send in a team photo and you could win a prize
Step 8: Complete and send in your team chart by 10 December 2010 to be in for prizes

Taken from the registration form provided by NCC, TDC, Way2Go, Sport Tasman, NMDHB, and the Nelson branch of the Heart Foundation

MiGym Saturdays

2010-10-26T12:00:00.002+13:00

Check out MiGym on facebook for their latest offer - free Saturdays for November!

Cycling

2010-10-21T10:53:00.002+13:00

This coming Tuesday is our final of the road cycling segment, we will again meet at the Trafalgar Park cycle track and will head out on the road to cover some of the Womens Tri course (mainly the Maitai Valley segment). Meet at the park at 6.30pm.

Don't forget that Monday evenings there is the womens only hour at the track - 5.00pm - 6.00pm with Cycling Nelson. $2 per session. See you there!!

This Tuesday's session

2010-10-16T18:38:00.000+13:00

This week, we again meet at the Trafalgar Park Cycle Track - same entrance point as last week. 6.30 - 7.30pm.
See you there!

Tuesday's Session: Road Cycling begins

2010-10-08T11:54:00.001+13:00

Our next session is the start of our road cycling segment. This is based at the Trafalgar Park cycle track, 6.30pm - 7.30pm.

The entrance is via the carpark (you can enter either by turning in at Trailways, or by the little road by the Nelson Rugby Clubrooms (both off Trafalgar St). Head inside the park gate and turn right to enter the cycle track via the old grandstand.

You will need a bike and helmet. Leave any bags or loose items on the grandstand while you ride.
Enjoy!

Tonight's Session

2010-10-05T17:18:00.001+13:00

Tonight's session is at Ride Nelson, Halifax St. 6.30pm
See you there!

Message from Migym

2010-10-04T14:51:00.003+13:00

We were thrilled to have you all in migym last week, trying something new. We've had great feedback from all the classes we held for you, and many of you have been back in for another look! We welcome you to come and try another class, or to do a full hour of Zumba, or just come in for a look around the gym. Our staff are all trained professionals who can help with any queries you may have. See you soon! Rachael and the migym team.

*Ab Blast is a 15min ab workout, all other classes 50-60 mins

Session 3

2010-10-01T10:11:00.000+13:00

Next week we head to Ride Nelson in Halifax St (opposite NCC, next to the library) for a one hour session on bike maintenance and basic mechanic skills (ie how to change a tyre etc).

I need to do a bit of forward planning for this one, so can you please email me if you are going to be there on Tuesday night - nelsonactivator@gmail.com

You only need to bring yourself, no need to bring a bike - as Carl, Jarron and the team will demonstrate on bikes instore.

What fun!

2010-09-29T12:26:00.004+13:00

Where is migym?

2010-09-27T10:15:00.001+13:00

In Buxton Carpark, Nelson city. Above Babycity, in the corner between the two back entrances of the Farmers stores.

6.30pm Tuesday night.

See you there!

Week 2

2010-09-26T13:56:00.002+13:00

This week we head to Migym, where Jo Duncan and the team will lead us through a three set rotation of Zumba, Stretching and Generic Gym activity. All you need to wear is comfy/stretchy clothes like T-shirts and trackies/shorts. You will also need comfortable footwear and bring a water bottle too.

Looking through the 'fear bottles' it was interesting to see the number whose main concern was clothing related. 20 people highlighted tight shorts, sports clothing or swimming togs as something they're apprehensive about. So - you're not alone! Remember, we are here to get active, we're not here to win a fashion contest - so often I think we can get too caught up in worrying about how we look, and what others will think when they see us, that we lose sight of what we're wearing the clothes for in the first place - to have fun!

It seems a number of you are also concerned about injury - please remember, that you are the only one who knows how your body is feeling and what is normal for it to handle. If you are at all worried about performing a certain activity or continuing a session, then let the instructor or myself know. It is really easy to do too much too soon when you are filled with enthusiasm and motivation, we want to be active in the long term, so look after yourself and take it slowly.

Another similar fear is being left out, or being the worst. This isn't a competition, however, I know how it can feel when you perceive yourself to be the worst at something. When I first started road cycling, I used to get dropped from the bunch every single time, and it wasn't much fun. Yet, I also knew that to get better, I had to stick to it, so each week, I lasted a little bit longer and a little bit further until eventually I was able to last the entire ride. Please know that we won't leave you behind in this series, there is no racing, and with all the different sports involved it is unlikely you are going to be the 'worst' or the 'best' at every single one (however you may judge it). And also remember, that you are faster, fitter, better, stronger, ..... etc etc then all the people that didn't have the courage to sign up to the series.

When you enter Migym at 6.30pm, please ensure the first thing you do is put a cross next to your name on the Register Clipboard. I need to keep records of how many attended each session for statistical purposes in my reporting back to Council, along with evaluating each session and also as part of Health & Safety. If your name is highlighted then it means I don't have a medical form or photo (or both) from you, so please come and see me and we'll sort it.

I will also have the photo sheets from last week - can you please tick next to your name and photo if they are correct, or a cross if it is not and if you can write your name next to your correct photo. It seems a few strays managed to get in the pile, as there were more forms then there were photos.

I look forward to seeing you on Tuesday night.

What to wear?

2010-09-23T11:11:00.001+12:00

For our next session - at MiGym on Tuesday night
Wear comfy/ stretchy clothes and footwear, like T shirts, trackies/shorts.
Bring a water bottles and smiles!!

ALL FULL UP

2010-09-23T09:37:00.001+12:00

All 100 spots are now taken for the 2010 2011 Nelson Women's Activator Series. Awesome!! If you have missed out, still send in your form with cheque attached, and if a spot becomees available later in the series I will contact you to see if you are still interested.

Our first session

2010-09-20T14:29:00.000+12:00

Tomorrow night is the first session of the 2010/2011 Nelson Women's Activator Series - and considering the recent weather, it's lucky its an indoor session!

The session, as all our sessions, will be for a one hour duration. I will go over the logistics of the series tomorrow night, and provide a basic description of what we will be doing for each of the sessions. Unlike the rest of the series, the evening will not be overly active, therefore you don't need to be wearing clothing to exercise in. I suggest you wear something warm and comfortable, as you will be sitting on a wooden floor for parts of the evening. The Granary, is located inside Founders Heritage Park (go through the big windmill on 87 Atawhai Drive). For instructions on how to find Founders - visit: http://www.nelsoncitycouncil.co.nz/welcome-to-founders/#location

I have emailed through a Registration Form which I need you to print, fill in and bring with you tomorrow night. This provides me with essential emergency contact information should I or an instructor involved with the session need to contact someone on your behalf. I will have spare copies available tomorrow if you are unable to access a printer.

In the meantime, keep active and I'll see you tomorrow evening.

Boot Camp Season

2010-09-16T20:42:00.003+12:00

For those of you that are into 'Boot Camp' activities:
Gaye Evans (one of our expert enthusiasts) is starting a new Boot Camp intake from Monday October 4th.

Beginner Boot
For newbies, or if it’s been a while.

Re-Boot
If you are quite fit already or have done this type of thing before.

· 3 early mornings (6.30am-7.30am) a week for 6 weeks, $155.00
· Next intake Monday 4th October

Email for more details:gayeevans@xtra.co.nz

Gaye Evans-Fitness Training
www.fitnesstraining.co.nz

Also:
Boot Camp 4 Breast Cancer
Check this one out -
BOOT CAMP FOR BREAST CANCER

30th October 2010
9-12pm @ Nelson Girls Gym

All in aid of Nelson Regional Breast Cancer Trust and all proceeds going locally.

It is a comination of 30mins exercise plus a silent auction followed by another 30 mins of getting sweaty!

$10 to enter, enrol online @ www.bc4bc.org.nz.
and you are encouraged to raise $100 sponsorship if you can, anyone who does goes in a special draw.

Confirmations

2010-09-13T13:55:00.002+12:00

I will send an email confirmation to all participants this week with details about our first session .... if you have not supplied me with an email address, then please email this with your name to nelsonactivator@gmail.com

Swim Passes

2010-09-13T12:18:00.002+12:00

I will give full details about how to access a swim pass at our first night on Tuesday 21st September. A reminder that these are not available until early 2011 (as the three month swim pass will run from Feb through to the end of April). Thanks once again to CLM Riverside for offering this fantastic deal for Activator Series participants!

Registrations OPENING

2010-09-09T08:55:00.003+12:00

Registrations for the 2010 2011 series will open tomorrow, Friday the 10th September. You will be able to download a registration form tonight, or pick one up tomorrow from the Customer Services Centre at Nelson City Council.

The 2010 2011 Series at a Glance

2010-09-07T12:46:00.002+12:00

Registration forms will be available from this Thursday evening.

Registrations 2010 2011

2010-09-07T08:09:00.001+12:00

Registrations for the upcoming series (starting September 21st) will open this week! Registration forms will be available to download from Thursday evening, or for pick up from Friday morning at Nelson City Council Customer Services Centre. Will post a preview of what the series will involve soon.
:)

'Ladies hour' tonight

2010-09-06T08:16:00.003+12:00

Cycling Nelson offers a new option for road cyclists with the introduction of the ‘Kelling Circuit’ race on Saturday which will provide ideal preparation for next month’s Te Rauparaha’s Revenge.

With many riders looking for the chance to test themselves over a shorter course with multiple laps the Moutere Highway, Neudorf and Kelling Roads 6.7km loop offers great variety with long straights, short climbs and fast descents.

All ages and levels are being catered for: youngsters (Yr 7 & 8) will ride 3 laps, allowing many to prepare for National championships whilst for beginners wanting a taste of the sport of cycling, the distance is very achievable.

It’s also 3 laps for the Especially for Women grade while the Sportif (those not wanting to push themselves to far!) will ride 4 laps and the Open grade, will circuit 8 times. The Open grade will be split into A & B starts if rider numbers require such.

Registrations for Saturday’s event will be accepted at the Moutere Hills Community Centre from 12.30pm for the following start times: Yr 7 & 8: 1.00pm; Open: 1.30; Sportif: 1.35; Especially for Women: 1.40.

The entry fee is: $5.00 with those under 19 paying $3.00. Visit www.cyclingnelson.co.nz

Also, with the re-opening of Trafalgar Park the club will again be conducting it’s weekly Monday night training sessions. Women’s Hour will commence at 5.00pm with other riders invited from 6.00 through to 8.00. The sessions are $2 casual or $20 for the period September through to December. For more information please contact Averil West ph 548 3655 or 021 303 160.

2010/2011 Series

2010-08-31T11:04:00.002+12:00

The 2010/2011 series is starting to take shape and it looks set to be another six months of fun.

Registrations for the series will open in the next couple of weeks, so if you, or your friends and colleagues are interested, then let them know to keep watching this blog

A number of women mentioned they were keen to continue cycling with company – great news! Cycling Nelson are going to have a ‘ladies hour’ at the Trafalgar Park cycle track this summer. This will be from 5,00pm – 6.00pm on Monday evenings. Cost is $2 per session, or free to Cycling Nelson club members. Contact Averil West (Cycling Nelson Secretary) for more information on this. Averil's phone number is (03) 548 3655 or email avewest@clear.net.nz

During the month of November you can join Spring Ride Stride – a programme which encourages you to find some buddies, keep each other motivated and see how many minutes of walking, running or cycling you can ‘clock up’. The goal is to make it (virtual) around the South Island. Call Averil at the Heart Foundation (545 7112) for registration information. There’s no cost to join in.

Gaye Evans is offering any Activator woman a general fitness three week ‘tune up’ as she puts it. 2 sessions a week, just for you.
Session times:
Saturday morning, 8.15-9.00am, Tahunanui Beach
Wednesday evening, 6.00-6.45pm at the Botanics (centre of NZ)
If times don't suit, check the schedule on her website. www.fitnesstraining.co.nz and contact her about going at a different time. This will start this Wednesdsay the 1st of September until the 18th of September (Activator is due to start on the 21st of September).
Contact Gaye for more information regarding this deal.

If you have any queries about the upcoming series, please feel free to call or email me.

Also - keep the blokes you know informed that a Mens series is in the planning stages for early 2011.

2010 2011 Series

2010-08-30T10:06:00.002+12:00

The 2010/2011 Series is due to start on the 21st of September - registrations will open in the next few weeks ... keep watching this blog for more updates.

Registration 2010 2011 Update

2010-08-17T14:09:00.002+12:00

Just a quick update - registration has not yet opened, so no need to call into the council requesting a form just yet. If I don't have your email then flick it to me at nelsonactivator@gmail.com and I can let you know when we are ready for registrations to open. Finalising details now ... looks set to be another fantastic series. :)
Keep active,

2010/2011 Series

2010-08-04T18:51:00.001+12:00

Don't panic - registrations are not yet open for the 2010/2011 series. Keep an eye on the blog though, as hopefully these will be out mid - late August.

Planning for Series #3 begins

2010-06-16T12:28:00.001+12:00

It's confirmed - we are going to have a third series and planning has begun! Let me know if you have any ideas....

Cycling Nelson Mini Tour this Saturday

2010-06-11T10:04:00.001+12:00

Saturday June 12th
Cycling Nelson's Brian Harford Mini Tour

Entry Fee $20 (Under 15 & Under 17 $10). $5 discount for Cycling Nelson Members.

Registration & Sign On: Cycling Nelson Clubrooms, Redwood Valley, 12.45 - 1.15pm. First Rider Away at 1.30pm

Entry Fee $20 (Under 15 & Under 17 $10). $5 discount for Cycling Nelson Members.
Registration & Sign On: Cycling Nelson Clubrooms, Redwood Valley, 12.45 - 1.15pm. First Rider Away at 1.30pm

New Course for 2010:
Full details and course details found on our website www.cyclingnelson.co.nz

Mothers Day 5km

2010-05-07T21:11:00.002+12:00

Looking forward to seeing you at the Jennian Homes Mothers Day 5km on Sunday!

Mothers Day 5km

2010-03-31T13:23:00.002+13:00

The Jennian Homes Mothers Day 5km is on again this year - Sunday May 9th. Proceeds to the Heart Foundation. Enter by April 23rd and receive a free event t-shirt.
See http://www.nelsonevents.co.nz/MothersDay5km.htm for more information and to download an entry form.
Alternatively, give Averil West from the National Heart Foundation a call on (03) 5457112.

Our final session

2010-03-28T16:54:00.002+13:00

Monday is our final session of the 2009/2010 Series. Well done!

We will be instore at Ride Nelson. No need to bring a bike or anything with you - as they will demonstrate on the bikes instore. See you there - 6.30pm.

Mountainbiking

2010-03-16T15:15:00.003+13:00

Glad to hear you have been having so much fun accessing the trails around the OK Carroll! I will be back on deck next week and looking forward to seeing your improvements over our MTB Blast mini course. We will meet at the OK Carroll (Brook Valley).

Mountainbiking

2010-03-09T14:42:00.001+13:00

Hope you have enjoyed the past two weeks learning the basics of Mountainbiking. Next week (week 3 of mountainbiking) Nige and the team will meet you at the OK Carroll in the Brook Valley at 6.30pm. This differs from the advertised meeting place of Branford Park. The OK Carroll is near the end of the Brook Valley, by the community gardens (and bottom of the Dun Mountain walkway). Enjoy!

Let the Mountainbiking begin ...

2010-02-28T22:35:00.000+13:00

This week we start our mountainbiking sessions. We will meet at Branford Park (the start of the Maitai Valley, off Nile St) at 6.30pm for an hour of fun. See you there.

Nelson MENS Activator Series

2010-02-19T20:30:00.002+13:00

The Mens series started this week, with Golf out at the Nelson Golf Club. It's not too late for any friends, family, colleagues etc that want to sign up. They can do it online or through filling out a registration form. A blog has also been started up - http://nelsonmensactivator.blogspot.com

Eatwise & Exercise

2010-02-16T12:03:00.001+13:00

Eatwise & Exercise is a collaborative initiative between Foodstuffs, product suppliers, BrandWorld (Creators of Eating Well and Family Health Diary) and the Heart Foundation to promote healthy eating and physical activity messages. The Heart Foundation’s role has been to provide healthy eating advice, and co-ordination from a health perspective. Eatwise & Exercise is part of the supermarket project under the Food Industry Demonstration Pilot.

Eatwise & Exercise is supported by a substantial media campaign including television, internet and print, as well as New World supermarkets providing instore support. A print run of 1.2 million Eat Wise & Exercise booklets will be available free to shoppers. Two booklets are being developed to support this campaign, the first of which is currently available and the second will be made available in April. TV infomercials are currently being shown on TVOne and TV2 around 5.30 each night, and more information can be seen at www.eatwise-exercise.co.nz.

The campaign is being launched nationally in February through New World stores nationwide. An official public relations/media launch will happen next Tuesday at Thorndon New World Wellington – with the Minister of Health, Silver Ferns and children from a local school in attendance.

Some Cycling Tips taken from the AvantiPlus Newsletter

2010-02-15T11:59:00.000+13:00

A Beginners Guide to a Cycle Race

Tips for group riding
Riding with others is a fun and social way to meet some great people. Riding with others in a bunch (group of riders) can save you about 25% in terms of energy usage, enabling you to cycle further and/or faster than you may have done otherwise.

Riding in a large group of cyclists can be unnerving at first. However there is an ettiquette to group cycling which once understood, makes group riding a lot easier. The best way of getting familiar with group riding is to join in on club rides and observe what other more experienced riders do. There are some unwritten rules for group cycling but once you have ridden with a group a few times, you start to pick up the do's and don'ts. Group riding is surprisingly safe and there are not many crashes in races caused by riders colliding.

If you have never ridden in a group before then talk to the others around you, most of the time, other riders are more than happy to empart their knowledge with you and give feedback on how to ride safely so that it is both enjoyable for you, and everyone around you.

Some tips for group riding (taken from the avantiplus newsletter)
Do….
Look for Risky Riders. These are the unsteady people who wobble, appear nervous, have a tense grip on the handlebar, and frequently grab the brakes. Avoid them! Move up to keep them behind you.

Stay at the Front. This is easy to say but hard to do in some groups. At the front you have more control over your destiny because most crashes occur in the rear two-thirds of the bunch. It may take a bit more work to reach the front and stay there, but it's worth the effort.

Watch the Wind. Wind direction determines on which side the greatest draft is found. If the wind is from the right side of the road, smart riders move to the left of the wheel in front of them for greater protection. If you're doing this, beware of overlapping wheels with inexperienced riders. They may swerve and take out your front wheel.

Be Aware on Climbs. A major cause of group crashes is riders who stand abruptly going into a climb. They slow for a second, causing the rider behind to hit their rear wheel and spill. To avoid this danger, let the gap open a bit on hills or ride a bit to either side of the wheel in front. To avoid being the one who causes such a crash, pull your bike forward as you leave the saddle. Don't lunge and make a hard pedal stroke. Keep your speed steady. When sitting again, push the bike forward a bit.

Always pay attention to the road and what vehicles around you are doing. Watch the road in front of you and as far ahead as you can see. There may be potholes or road grates that are hazardous. The lead rider should call out and identify these but may not do so. You must look out for yourself! Following riders should call out approaching cars. At unmarked intersections lead riders should warn of oncoming traffic.

Protect yourself. If you find yourself in a dangerous situation in a group, you should immediately start to work your way out. Don't ride in the middle of the pack unless you know the riders with you and are confident they are safe. Until you are experienced stay out of the main group and ride near the back. The safest places are the front or the back. The back is best because until you get the necessary experience you can observe the better riders and learn how to handle the bike. If other riders get too close either move away or ask them to move. When passing a rider closely inform them you are there by saying, "On your left" or "On your right" as the case may be.

Manage Body Contact. Cycling isn't a contact sport, but it's not uncommon to have your arm brushed when riding near others in a group. Riding relaxed is the key to absorbing contact without swerving. Have slightly bent elbows, a firm-not-tight grip on the bar, and loose arm and shoulder muscles. If you're relaxed, your body can absorb the shock before it gets to the handlebar.

Don't…Don't overlap wheels. If you get between two riders, slowly back out by coasting or sitting up to let your body catch some wind. This will slow you down without having to use the brakes. It also signals the rider behind that you are slowing. Riders behind you can't see you touch the brakes but they will see you sit up. Remember, if you brake in the pack, then everyone has to brake accordingly.

Don't ride the brakes. When you brake everyone behind you also must brake. This is normal if you come to a turn or stoplight, but if you are the only one braking then the group also has to brake and the rhythm is broken. Keep your hands near the brakes so you can brake if necessary but do so gradually. Never brake hard.

Don't ride centred on the wheel in front of you. You may ride close to the rider in front of you if that rider is steady, but always stay a few centimetres to one side. This will help you avoid colliding with that rider if he or she is forced to decelerate suddenly.

Don't change position often in the group. If you must change position, before you move to either side, make sure another rider is not overlapping you. Don't move abruptly. It is better to hit a hole than to swerve and cause a crash. If you are smooth and steady then everyone else will feel safer and riders near you may be able to react and avoid crashing. When cornering hold your line so other riders can follow through and maintain speed. Learn how to corner properly so the group does not get slowed very much.

Monday's session

2010-02-05T10:03:00.000+13:00

Next week we begin our Road Cycling sessions, and will meet at Trafalgar Park at 6.30pm. You do not have to have a road specific bike, just one that goes forward and has two wheels - you must also wear a helmet.

23rd Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon NOW OPEN for entry

2010-02-02T18:49:00.002+13:00

You can enter online now - link is http://regonline.activeglobal.com/Checkin.asp?EventId=816923
Alternatively you can download an entry form from our website - www.nelsonevents.co.nz

The field is limited to 500 and does fill rather quickly, so if you are keen to do it, I'd advise entering early.

Well done Orienteers!

2010-02-01T21:02:00.002+13:00

Well done on a fantastic two evenings navigating yourselves around Nelson and Saxton Field. It is definitely a wonderful skill to have - using a compass and navigating from a map .... something that often takes a few times to master, so don't forget the weekly club series the Nelson Orienteering Club are having at the moment - this Thursday night at the Botanics, from 5.30pm. Check out their website for more details.

Nelson Orienteering Club

2010-01-26T16:39:00.004+13:00

Website is http://www.noc.org.nz/

Nelson Orienteering Club’s Summer series has started, these are evening races for on Wednesday evenings. From Broadgreen Intermediate this week.

Summer Series

The summer evening series runs over 5 weeks:

19 January (Tuesday) at Fairfield Park

27 January (Wednesday) at Broadgreen

4 February (Thursday) at Botanics (tbc)

9 February (Tuesday) at Centre of New Zealand

17 February (Wednesday) at Isel Park

Race times are 5.30 - 6.30pm.

Cost is $5 per map or $15 for the series.

The Nelson Women's Activator Series

Swimming next week!

Latest Emailer Out

2012!

Final Session for 2011

Session #11

Did we still bike in the rain?

This week's session - Mountainbiking!

Message from Gaye Evans of Gaye Evans - Fitness Training.

Session #9

Session #8

Session #7

Session #6

Session #5

SPIN class offer at migym

Tonight's session

FREE HOLIDAY FIRST AID COURSES

Promoting Safety in the Community

** BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL **

Limited to 25 participants only

Nelson – 7 Nov or 21 Nov or 12 Dec 2011

Session #4

Session #3

Stretch!

Spin!

How's the body this morning?

Session #2

Welcome to the 2011/2012 Nelson Women's Activator Series.

Just under 20 spots remain

Sports Yoga Course

Email

Spots remaining

Registrations

Date Correction

Registration forms are out!

Registrations will open this Friday!

Series to open for registrations on Friday the 16th of September!

2011 2012 Series Updates

2011 2012 Series!

Our final session for the series

Aquajogging tonight

Later start next week

Mountainbiking

Weather

'Racquet Sports'

Women's Triathlon Training with Migym

Swimming tonight!

2011 resumes next Wednesday!

2011 is here!

MTB First Aid Course

Are we still on if it's wet?

Next week's session

Orienteering session this week

Orienteering

Next session

Well done!

Running and Walking

Ride November Specials

MiGym for free!

Let the running and walking begin

Session 7: Nutrition

Spring Ride Stride

MiGym Saturdays

Cycling

This Tuesday's session

Tuesday's Session: Road Cycling begins

Tonight's Session

Message from Migym

Session 3

What fun!

Where is migym?

Week 2

What to wear?

ALL FULL UP

Our first session

Boot Camp Season

Confirmations

Swim Passes

Registrations OPENING

The 2010 2011 Series at a Glance

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL