Wollongong Fitness

Posted by others on Aug 23, 2011

TRX Suspension Trainer

TRX Suspension Training gives participants an edge over conventional strength training because every Suspension Training exercise builds functional strength, improves flexibility, balance and core stability all at once as is required on sporting fields and everyday life.

Posted by edwin on Aug 14, 2011

Escaping to Paradise on One Breadth of Air

Wollongong free-diver Michaela Werner takes in an amazing underwater vista at the base of the Bass Point gravel loader. Free-divers hold their breadth while underwater, giving them more freedom to move around and interact with marine life

Posted by edwin on Aug 1, 2011

Mountain Bike Ride Day at Appin

Last Saturday, VO2 Vitality and Spearman Cycles organised a mountain bike ride day up at Appin XC Ring Track. It was a great day out on the track where those who haven't mountain biked before had an opportunity to experience the spot and learn a few pointers from the professionals. Read how it went.

Posted by edwin on Mar 7, 2011

Inaugural 24hr MS Mega Swim in Wollongong

Last weekend was the inaugural MS 24hr Mega Swim at URAC. It was a hugely successful event and they exceeded their targeted fundraising goals, raising almost $40,000. There were around 17 teams, each team can have no more than 15 members and there has to be someone from the team swimming for the entire 24hr duration.

Posted by edwin on Feb 18, 2011

Morning Swimming in Wollongong

With Summer and the warmer temperature, what better way to start the day than with a swim in the morning! I've picked this up recently and in Wollongong, you have quite a few options. There's swimming in the continental pool, the rock pool or ocean swimming!

Posted by edwin on Nov 29, 2010

How to Train Harder for Longer

Do you normally feel sore after a training run or running event? And does that muscle soreness linger around for days preventing you from getting back into running? Well Grant from RecoveryWork recently did the New York Marathon. He hasn't been training for distances greater than 30km (18.6miles) prior to the race, but using his recovery technique, he was able to get back on his feet quickly and experienced no muscle soreness following the marathon.

Posted by edwin on Aug 2, 2010

20 Rules of Kenyan Running

We all know that some of the best runners in the world are Kenyans. The 20 rules of Kenyan running are outlined below and are divided into two categories, principles which you should follow in your own training, as well as a couple of factors which are very difficult for you to control.

Posted by michelle on Jun 9, 2009

Why I run the Comrades Marathon

Why do runners run? Why do they enter a half marathon, a marathon, and who in their right mind would enter an ULTRAmarathon? Why would anyone want to run 89.17km on a road? Surely there are easier ways to get from one city to the next - bicycle, bus, car? Yet every year thousands of athletes from around the world line the streets of South Africa to compete in the 89.17km Comrades marathon, known as "the ultimate human race".

February 4, 2012:
- Feb 2012 - Kathmandu Central Coast Adventure Series (all day)
February 5, 2012:
- 2012 Coles Classic Swim (all day)
February 19, 2012:
- Hukisson Triathlon - Long Course - Feb 2012 (all day)
March 3, 2012:
- 2012 Wollongong 24 Hour Mega Swim (all day)
May 5, 2012:
- 2012 Convict 100 MTB Classic (all day)

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Most Recent Articles

Healthy Eating Plan for the Active

Posted on Oct 17, 2011 in Health, News, Nutrition, Training

Dietitian Anita Graham outlines some healthy eating options for active individuals.

RunKeeper Stats September 2011

Posted on Oct 3, 2011 in Articles

I received some stats from RunKeeper the other day and decided to share it. What I found really cool is the number of activities tracked each day

Healthy Snack Ideas

Posted on Oct 3, 2011 in Health, News, Nutrition

Here is a list of Guilt free snacks by Dietitian Anita Graham, which are satisfying and will not impede your training.

Move For Mark

Posted on Sep 30, 2011 in Events, Running, Wollongong

Mark Scott well known local athlete was involved in a very serious accident whilst training on Saturday the 18th of June. We are hoping that the motivation and determination that makes him a great athlete and coach will shine through and help him to recover. On November 13th 2011 there will be a special event at Stuart Park, North Wollongong to help support & raise funds to assist with marks care.

Strength and Conditioning Training VO2 Vitality Style

Posted on Sep 26, 2011 in Training, Videos

The team at VO2 Vitality have put together a video of their trainers going through their paces performing strength and conditioning exercises. They will be having their new strength and conditioning classes running this summer. You can find out more at http://vo2vitality.com

Fitzroy Falls Marathon 2011

Posted on Sep 26, 2011 in Events, Running

If you're a runner looking for a challenge, then the Fitzroy Falls marathon is for you. This is because this event is difficult. To date, only 10 males have bettered 3 hours in the years the race has been running; and only 6 females have bettered 3hrs and 30minutes.

The Spotlight on Aussie Bodies

Posted on Sep 25, 2011 in Health, Nutrition, Training

In this article, Dietitian Anita Graham puts the spotlight on Aussie Bodies and...

Inspiring: How Bad Do You Want Success?

Posted on Sep 22, 2011 in Articles, Running, Training, Videos

Chances are you have probably heard the opening parable before, but when paired up with the training video of an aspiring football player the message is pretty powerful. How bad do you want success and what are you willing to go through to possess it?