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The cover!!! We received this pic through Instagram! It’s by @thommytoaster and, like their regular pic posts, it’s full of local character resembling the vibe here in the Sutherland Shire. It’s fun, free and adventurous! Thommy Toaster is down at SUP Cronulla. If you’re after a Stand Up Paddle Board lesson, these guys can hook you up! Head over to their page at www.cronullasup.com.au or drop in to the HQ located at 13-15 the Kingsway Cronulla. We think you guys ROCK! Keep tagging us in your posts X
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Rule number 1 - Stop wasting time thinking about what you would rather be doing.
“Clarity comes from engagement NOT thought” [MARIE FORLEO] That means, in order to get closer to your passion and live a life reflecting it, you must get
OFF YOUR BUTT! Take action! Engage in your passion. Work out how to bring it into your life, take a class, volunteer. Whatever it is you need to do, do it.
Otherwise you’ll always be sitting there thinking WHAT IF? Passion is within you. To find it, look within.
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ED’S NOTE
elcome to issue 14!!! It’s been one hell of a roller coaster ride since the release of issue 13! We hope you’ve enjoyed following us on facebook and instagram as the team at I AM embrace every opportunity that is gifted their way.
Now, sit back and enjoy the show folks. We’ve again found ah-mazing people to talk to and unique stories to extract. The regular I AM contributors are also back with tips and advice on how to get the life you want, through a healthy mind, body and sense of adventure. Until next time ...
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St Andrews Church let us take over their little op-shop-out-the-back this issue so we could bring you the top 5 looks under $30 featured on page 26. The team were also gratefully invited along to the Fashion Hound event held at the Oxford Street Salvation Army by the one and only thrift queen, Faye Delanty. Faye provided the VIP crowd with a runway showcasing celebrity style via the Salvos. If you want to know more about styling like the celeb’s, the thrift way, head over to Faye’s site and tune in to Channel 9 for her regular weekly spot on the morning show. www.fashionhound.tv
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During the last two months I was also given the opportunity to do a little Thrift styling. This is by far one of my favourite things to do. Since I was a child I have been sifting through boxes of other peoples trash to find my treasure. I have memories of the old op shop, located in the arcade off the Kingsway Cronulla, and the finds found there in my early teens whilst visiting family over the Christmas break in Kurnell. Thrifting - or second hand shopping as some like to call it - is my passion, along with showing others how easy it is to style on a budget in a form that is heaven to the environment.
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In March we were lucky enough to attend the Moshono Foundation Orphanage event held at Cronulla Cinema. Michelle Bevan is a true inspiration and listening to her journey, that started with simply teaching in Africa, to now funding the education and welfare of 12 children, was heartbreaking yet motivating, in that it confirmed the impact of even the smallest good deeds. I believe that the continual bombardment of what’s wrong in this world provides a false conviction that problems are too large. It is people like Michelle that are proving that great change can occur through the hands of a single person. It is time we all looked at practical solutions to parts of the problems to chip them down gradually in order to form an overall solution.
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A group of local folk building a strong sustainable community by supporting an independent ‘For Purpose’ publication for the people of the Sutherland Shire.
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Who? Jacquie & Gemma What they do!
The girls provide an edit of available active wear and swimwear that not only looks and feels good, it’s affordable! With product sourced primarily in Australia, but with a few musthave items from overseas, price point has become the girl’s mission and factor that separates them from the rest of the gym wear pack. “We believe good gym wear, and I mean high quality, feminine and modern gym wear, should be accessible by everyone. Gemma and I are strong advocates for wellbeing and living actively, we want women to have options and always look forward to slipping on their workout wear.”- Jacquie. The Love Movement idea was discovered like many other, all it took was a cup of coffee between two very passionate friends. Gemma & Jacquie had a common obsession with workout wear and were true devotees to the label rolling off the tongue’s of many girls serious about fitness at the time, Lorna Jane. The market for affordability for all, however, remained untapped, so the girls committed to the Love Movement project and decided as a team they would fill the void. “As both Gemma and I were passionate about fitness, and it was a strong part of our lifestyle, we knew what was currently on the market when it came to fitness fashion. We saw a huge gap in accessibility when it came to looking good and also finding high quality garments at affordable prices. We wanted to see more colour, and more importantly femininity in fitness fashion. It just wasn’t there! So as women do, we decided to do it ourselves.” - Jacquie. Down the track the duo have plans to team with local fitness groups and gyms to provide discounted rates to members. The idea is to join and support the community as a local business, whilst having the convenience of online availability. Find Love Movement!
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PEOPLE.places.FACES Joel raised over $1600 for the Leukaemia Foundation when he agreed to shave his beard for Shave For A Cure held in March this year.
Joel Rogers Elite PT CRONULLA
Who?
Joel at home … “very quiet, very isolated I like my peace and quiet and I get rather aggravated when I don’t get it. I like to just watch the world go by and sit in the shadows.” At the gym … “hyperactive, in your face and very happy.”
Inspired by … “Damien Echols from the West Memphis 3, Henry Rollins (because of his spoken word appeal- he’s quite influential) … the ‘underdog’ really. People who have come out on top after tough times. People who have decided to prove their judgers wrong.”
Fitness … “I love the feeling fitness gives you and the ability to
basically custom shape your body. Fitness stays with you as long as you maintain it. You feel strong, immortal, great! You get results!”
Good health is … “Essential! Centuries ago we lived primarily
off the land. We ate only to maintain optimal health. Unfortunately as we’ve evolved we’ve replaced good food with chemicals and junk, which is in turn encouraging disease. There is a reason we didn’t have most of today’s diseases all those years ago, we didn’t consume chemicals. Exercise and eating right is essential for life longevity and quality of living.”
Your preference…cardio or weights? “I personally prefer weights. As I’m older and my body parts don’t work as well as they use to, due to torn ligaments and tendons in my knees, weights is more appealing than cardio. While I can get on the spin bike and work for hours, I can’t run so fast or jump so high, due to damage done participating in ‘extreme’ exercise. When it comes to what’s better I’d say Cardio, because you can incorporate body weight into cardio. I believe Cardio will keep you healthier for longer.” >>>
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“You can get cardio from sports or from riding a bicycle, chasing the kids or a dog around in the park, that’s cardiovascular exercise. It’s not limited to running, it doesn’t have to be a strenuous slog, it can be fun.” What advice can you give to those who struggle with cardio?
“If you can’t run, go for a brisk walk. Incorporate a slight jog into it over time in short blocks. Try different things and make it interesting. Cardio doesn’t have to be running, walking or swimming. You can get cardio from sports or from riding a bicycle, chasing the kids or a dog around in the park, that’s cardiovascular exercise. It’s not limited to running, it doesn’t have to be a strenuous slog, it can be fun.”
Is being healthy and fit really affordable for everyone?
“Yes, because it doesn’t cost anything. If you want to join a gym, you can. Gyms are effectively getting cheaper, due to the industry size and competition. Elite PTSC is a fine example as they offer different packages to suit different people. It’s about what the client wants and what they can afford, the options are there. We are fortunate in Cronulla in that it is a fitness playground. You’ve got Wanda, the sand hills, bush tracks, the Esplanade, the beach, we have a huge amount of exercise possibility on our doorstep. You don’t have to pay anything. Plug in your music and go for a walk, run, cycle, swim… it’s your choice. Healthy eating on the other hand can be quite a bit more expensive. It isn’t something that you can scrimp and save on. But! There are companies out there that offer cheaper fruit and veg [when bought in bulk]. I believe in mass preparation. Allocating time once a week to make the meals in bulk and then divided up for the week, it is not only going to save you money, it will save you time.”
Curve Ball! Mum, toddler plus bub in a pram… how does she workout when the toddler refuses to walk 5 feet and she has no spare funds for gym or creche? “Incorporate the toddler in the workout and place the baby on a rug on the ground. Toddler’s need to be entertained, they need attention. Whether you decide to lay on the ground and bench press that toddler, have a game of catch or run alongside the child, work out a program that involves play time. I have seen women place children on their backs while they do squats using the child as additional weight. Places like ‘Youtube’ are great for ideas and inspiration on how to workout with little ones.”
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PHOTOGRAPHY: KYLIE GREEN
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BY KYLIE GREEN.
es you can! Recently I decided, at the ripe old age of 40, I needed to lose the pounds, get fit, get healthy and change my lifestyle. The big questions were, where do I start and how do I get motivated? Enter my very own Uncle, Baden Green. The most motivated person I know. He sets a goal and he achieves it! As I am writing this story my Uncle is celebrating his 60th birthday, with possibly way too much champagne, but you can bet your bottom dollar he will be back in Sydney to take me for a grueling session at the sand hills on Tuesday morning offering support and encouragement and whatever else it takes to get me to the finish line. From his late teens, along with one of his best mates, Kevin Neilson, Baden dreamed of swimming the English Channel, and guess what? He did it! Not once, not twice but 12 times. The first time he swam was a solo effort and he did it in a record time for an Australian male. He was lucky enough to have the legendary Des Renford who, for a period of time in 1980 held the title ‘The King of the Channel’, as his mentor and inspiration. What inspired Uncle Baden? How did he achieve his goal? It is difficult to grasp but so simple really, he had conviction and determination. Once he decided to actually do it he committed wholeheartedly and just went for it. Nothing stopped his training. He was in that pool following that black line rain, hail or shine. At 37 he was approaching middle age and getting chubby so fitness was also a key motivator. Being a swimmer from a very young age and a lifesaver with Cronulla Surf Club the swimming part came easily to him. The determination for success and the fear of failure was all the motivation he needed. The training started in August 1991 and he gave himself until December that same year to make the final decision on whether or not he was actually going to go for it. Obviously the answer was‌this is my dream and of course I am going for it. He commenced training 6 hours a day and worked 10 hours a day at his accountancy firm. This weighed heavily on his family but his children were fortunately young at the time and Baden attributes the complete support of his loving wife Jenny as a contributing element of his success. >>>
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“The moral to this story…He was motivated, he had conviction, he was committed, HE DID IT. If you have a goal and are committed you can achieve anything. If you need to fear anything, fear FEAR.” The fear of failure and also the fear of disappointing his wife, mother and children spurred Baden on to train for the 11 months it took to get him ready to attempt the Channel swim. Uncle Baden swam the English Channel in July 1991 and became the fastest Australian male ever to do so. He is currently ranked 67th out of the 903 solo swims completed. I asked Uncle Baden at what point did you decide to not drown? His response…when he stood on the shore in Dover he knew it was a certainty that he would make it. He said he would have swum through a brick wall to the finish line. There was absolutely no fear of failure and he had never felt so sure of success in his life. He has never felt so pumped and full of such surety since. Baden has not only swam the English Channel as a solo swimmer, he has participated in 11 relay crossings, also being part of the first group of men from Australia to compete in a 4 way and a 6 way crossing. Funnily enough, the first time he crossed the Channel was by ferry at 21, drinking lots of alcohol and he advises this was by far the easiest way to get from A to B. The success of the Channel swim has changed my Uncle Baden as a person. It gave him the confidence to achieve greater success in business, gave him more focus, provided him with a more meaningful life and a sense of achievement because he now knew that he could achieve anything he set his mind to. As a result of this great achievement Baden became an Australia Day Ambassador which saw him travel throughout Australia to give motivational speeches. This appointment was a complete honor for him but he does say that, although it was a total pleasure for him, he felt sorry for the poor people that had to listen to him speak. The moral to this story…He was motivated, he had conviction, he was committed, HE DID IT. If you have a goal and are committed you can achieve anything. If you need to fear anything, fear FEAR.
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BY SAMANTHA EDWARDS [EDITOR]
n a Thursday night towards the end of March, I attended the Moshono Foundation Orphanage Fundraiser held at Cronulla Cinema. The woman behind this truly inspirational event was Michelle Bevan, and as she stood in front of the crowd that had gathered on this evening, she spoke with honesty and love for what she found when she visited Africa all those years ago. The words delivered were powerful and the audience was provided with confirmation that small acts by a single person really do have the power to change the world. It was 2011 when Michelle, whilst living in Africa, first laid eyes on the Moshono Orphanage and made the decision to be the one to facilitate the changes the children so desperately required. After making a few repairs, with the small amount of money she had set aside for her stay in Africa, she called on family and friends to assist her in her mission. Michelle’s goal shifted into overdrive as she discovered how easily it was for African children to slip through the cracks and fall into the mass population of poverty with no future. The education system in Africa is devastatingly limited and inaccessible by most, adding to the desperate situation that currently exists and has done for many years. It is common for society to look at issues, like those facing Africa, and see the problem as TOO BIG! Michelle is a living, breathing example that one person can make a difference. It is simply a case of choosing to take action and understanding the resources available to the first world that can assist those in need globally. Michelle’s goal for the children at the Moshono Foundation Orphanage is to sustain an adequate and safe standard of living and to keep the children in School. The children also require extra assistance to allow for progress through all stages of education in Africa. Our world’s differ in that factor, in countries like Africa, ‘complete’ schooling isn’t considered a basic human right. Fees are very expensive and out of the reach of most families. The Moshono Foundation are working towards providing every opportunity for the children to achieve academically, as this will create a future they were not rightfully gifted with when born to parents that abandoned them for reasons like extreme poverty. The Moshono Foundation Orphanage charity event at Cronulla Cinema raised approximately $8000. A huge contribution to the $12,000 it costs to sustain the orphanage annually. >>>
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The audience was large and the cinema, equipped to hold over 200 people, was full. As Michelle spoke through tears of longing for the children, children she regards as her own, I was reminded of the story of ‘saving starfish’. On that night, standing before me was the closest example I have seen of someone making a change, one human being –starfish- at a time. The story goes like this…. The Boy and the Starfish A man was walking along a deserted beach at sunset. As he walked he could see a young boy in the distance, as he drew nearer he noticed that the boy kept bending down, picking something up and throwing it into the water. Time and again he kept hurling things into the ocean. As the man approached even closer, he was able to see that the boy was picking up starfish that had been washed up on the beach and, one at a time he was throwing them back into the water. The man asked the boy what he was doing, the boy replied, "I am throwing these washed up starfish back into the ocean, or else they will die through lack of oxygen.” "But", said the man, "You can't possibly save them all, there are thousands on this beach, and this must be happening on hundreds of beaches along the coast. You can't possibly make a difference." The boy looked down, frowning for a moment; then bent down to pick up another starfish, smiling as he threw it back into the sea. He replied,
"I made a huge difference to that one!" ~Author Unknown~
The change Michelle has provided to the children is immeasurable, in the fact that the ripples will continue to flow well beyond her time. The education of these children and the kindness this ‘blonde angel’, once a visiting stranger with songs and games, has shown, will continue for generations to come.
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helpingHAND “A violation of single parents rights … men, women and children will be forced below the poverty line.” BY SAMANTHA EDWARDS [EDITOR]
arly 2013 the Australian Government decided it was time to “encourage” single parents back into the work force in an effort to save more than $700 million on ‘the budget’. Labelled as a violation of single parents rights by the United Nations, it has been a hot topic with single parent action groups across Australia. The cuts to the single parent pension will be approximately $100 a week. As most single parents struggle to get by on the current payment in place, this slash in payment will force thousands of men, women and children below the poverty line with catastrophic effects experienced immediately and long term for over 80,000 Australian single parent families. Census shows that 90% of the 80,000 families affected are single mums and their children. The UN Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights addressed the issue in a letter to the Australian Government after receiving an urgent complaint from ACOSS and other welfare groups. "The strongly worded letter from the UN Special Rapporteur raises serious concerns that the cuts may be a violation of several rights included under the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. The ball is now in the Australian Government's court to explain otherwise.” [acoss.org.au] The cuts have been described as a violation of the right to social security and also the right to an adequate standard of living. Unfortunately for those currently on the single parent pension, the right to an adequate standard of living is already under threat on a daily basis. When switched to the Newstart Dole Payment, the threat will become an inevitable reality. In late 2012, The ABC posted this fact, “A Senate Committee has recommended keeping the unemployment payment [Newstart Dole Payment] at its current level, despite finding it is too low for people to live on in the long-term.” With the Newstart Dole payment already identified as “too low for people to live on in the long term,” what impact will the payment cut have on children in single parent families? The cuts will no doubt drive more single parents and their children into poverty. Currently, one in 6 Australian children already face poverty with 18,000 children under the age of 12 homeless. Australia is the world’s 12th largest economy, how these figures are not only ignored but accepted, is unfathomable and an utter disgrace! >>>
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There are currently more than 7000 single parents living in the Sutherland Shire. We asked a local Sutherland Shire single mum to comment on how the payment cut will impact her standard of living and the needs of her children.
“I am a single parent of 5 children currently studying full time at Tafe, the impact on my family changing from Parenting Payment to Newstart Allowance would be a loss of $160.80 per fortnight. This would dramatically change my family’s standard of living, impacting on my ability to provide my children with basic needs such as food, clothing, educational expenses, rental accommodation, travel expenses and on going after school care costs. How is it possible to further reduce my out-going expenses by $80.40 per week? I live on a budget, pay my utilities fortnightly and I meal plan. Entrenching my family into poverty is not a pathway for me to gain full-time employment!” The question is obvious. How can the Australian Government make a decision without providing adequate reasoning as to why they are attacking the most vulnerable citizens in the country? The changes are absurd, knowing that the decision has been made without appropriate research or social impact studies on the long term side effects. Will this be just another ‘error in judgment’ the Government will be cleaning up 5 years down the track? If you are a single parent living in the Sutherland Shire and you’re facing hardship or experiencing tough times, The Hub Community Centre, located on President Avenue, Caringbah, is available for support and assistance. It’s a drop in centre, so feel free to DROP IN! [Source www.acoss.org.au www.abc.net.au]
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LocalCREATIVE ALIPHIA CLOTHING
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“Life … has always been Engadine. I will move from Engadine someday but the Shire has my heart. I have no plans to leave. I love the Shire …. The vibe is relaxed and friendly, I love the whole atmosphere. Aliphia means… My label is a jumble of my first and middle name – Sophie and Alicia. It’s me! I like that it has a unique tone, I feel it represents the Aliphia style. It’s unique and different. I design and make the clothes myself…I’ve been doing all of the sewing myself as well, but in a month or so a factory – selected because of it’s quality of product – will be taking over this aspect of my business. This will free up more of my time to design. Aliphia style … It’s a very strong and confident label. I love prints and colours. I believe that makes a woman feel powerful in her style. I like to mix it up. I’m not a one tone kind of person, everything needs to pop and be vibrant. I’m all for stand-outstyle and striking pieces. Find me … A website will be launched shortly along with a collection available at a few selected local boutiques! For the moment head over to our Facebook page: facebook.com/aliphiadesign”
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Thrifted Style for $30 or less! BY SAMANTHA EDWARDS [EDITOR]
If there is one thing I’d like to clear up in this fashion obsessed world it’s this … looking stylish has nothing to do with having money. When a woman can hold her own in the style stakes, all eyes are on her at every entrance. Her charismatic appeal is generated more by how she feels about herself, than the amount of money spent on her outfit. Women with style know what they’re doing when it comes to dressing for personal success. They have fashionista wisdom and understand what I believe are the top 2 fundamentals that turn fashion into style.
Style Fundamentals: 1. 2.
Know thyself! Identify your routine, what you’re comfortable in and most importantly, what makes you feel good! Create your look! Successful personal style is about creation. Do not attempt at any stage to perfectly copy a trend. If a particular trend appeals to you, work out first and foremost how it’s going to look on you. Head over to sites like Pinterest for ideas and work the trend into timeless style that is right for you! My advice to absolutely everyone is this, it’s far easier and more effective to create your style whilst embracing the things you LOVE about your body. Base your style on the positive and watch the negative fade into the shadows.
This issue we were invited to collaborate with the St Andrews Church Op Shop in order to inspire you with five easy, effective and glamourinfused outfits every girl can utilise on a daily basis. Whether you’re heading to the office, school pickup or a night out at a trendy Cronulla wine bar, we’ve found an outfit for any occasion at a price every girl can afford. St Andrews Op Shop The Kingsway Cronulla Open Mon & Tues 9am—12 noon All money raised through the Op Shop goes towards helping people in need through services provided by the church. If you would like to discover your style the ‘thrifted way’ contact Samantha at The Thrift Edit to book a private style consultation. email iammagazine@live.com.au
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The Look: $30 Pop Yellow Leatherette Jacket $10 Black & White Condura Woven Bag $8 Dress wool/woven blend $12 Models own shoes. Black pumps of any kind are a ‘wardrobe staple’. Find the style you love in patent, suede or matt and keep it black! As for heel height, keep it age appropriate.
The Look: $30 Top (chain store label) $8 Long Vest (BCBG Max Azria)$10 Black tight jeans (Popular Street Label) $8 Bangles $2 each ($4) Models own shoes. Add a little colour with bright accessories to keep a monochrome look more interesting. The green bangles we found for just $2 each are the perfect edition to draw the eye towards a new element of this simple look.
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The Look: $24 Black Beaded Strap Feature Top (Events)$8 Black Tight Wet-Look Jeans (Popular Street Label) $8 ‘Glomesh’ Style Clutch (Forever New) $8 I’ve added a SPLURGE item to this look simply because I know it is fabulously ‘on trend’ at the moment. Priced in store from around $300, this $30 100% Leather Moto Style Jacket (European label) was the find of the day!
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The Look: $24 Black High Waist Shorts (European label) $8 Valentino Bodysuit Neck Bow Blouse $8 Designer Turquoise Knit Sweater $8 I’ve added a Leather Back Pack to this look for only $12. This season you’ll find Back Packs gracing the racks of all of your favourite Department & Chain Stores thanks to the likes of McQueen, Lagerfeld & Stella McCartney confirming them as the must have accessory of the moment. Models own Converse Day Sneakers - ’Wardrobe Staple’
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The look: $29 Grey Leather Shorts (European design) $20 Patterned Top $7 Sunglasses $2 Shoes and Clutch – ‘Wardrobe Staples’. If there is one thing I encourage women to have on hand and in pristine condition, it’s a sleek black leather clutch purse. It can be taken from day to night and adds the glamour element to any outfit. Invest in this item because I guarantee you’ll be reaching for it regularly.
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GETTING it TOGETHER. #HEALTH&WELLBEING
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SIMPLE STEPS TO REGAINING FITNESS AND HEALTH THROUGH EXERCISE ... Walk 10,000 steps daily. You may also wish to complete the following fitness regime as often as you can: 10 Squats 10 Push Ups 10 Lunges 10 Triceps Dips 10 Crunches 30 Second Prone Hold REPEAT X 10 Eat a diet rich in fresh foods including lean meats, fish and poultry, fruit and vegetables, whole grains and dairy where tolerated.
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TRAINER ‌ OPTIONAL!!! BY EMMA PILCHER (BPE)
There is a perception out there surrounding fitness that needs to be broken. Employing the services of a personal trainer, or joining a commercial gym, is not the only way to keep your body in tip top condition. Personal trainers are, for most, an optional luxury. An addition to their lifestyle to enhance what they already know. Personal trainers fulfil a number of roles, however some of these roles can be fulfilled and found in other areas within your community. #MYTH - Personal Trainers provide motivation. Motivation comes from within. For those who really want the result, you will find a way to do it without the expense of a personal trainer. You can get all the motivation you need from within, a look in the mirror, a book you are reading or family and friends. #TRUTH - Personal Trainers provide accountability. This is correct - we provide accountability over motivation. We provide a person for you to be accountable to. Someone to answer to and keep on track for when you can’t find the motivation to keep going on your own. #MYTH - You need a Personal Trainer to lose weight. We provide a number of weight loss options that require you to never set foot inside a gym or participate in a personal training session. Simply walking 10,000 steps per day, eating appropriately for your exercise levels and your goals, and having accountability will see you lose weight as quickly as any other program you may embark on with a personal trainer. For added definition and tone you may wish to complete the bodyweight training program below. Personal trainers are a great addition to the lifestyle of someone who can afford them. And, many affordable options in the areas of group exercise are now available for those looking for accountability or may have special training requirements (minimum requirements in NSW are a Cert IV in Personal Training. Related university degrees are desirable) Always check that your chosen trainer is qualified and if they are an outdoor trainer they are registered with the local council. You can check this by asking to see their registration card or band. This means they are fully insured. For trainers advertising rehabilitation or injury management services, ensure they have a minimum degree in exercise physiology. Please also be aware that personal trainers are not allowed to offer specific nutritional plans to individuals. They may however provide general advice.
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I AM body&soul
How often have you struggled through a Pilates exercise, only to have your instructor stop you half way through? A small change in your set up position and then ‘hey presto’, the exercise is all of a sudden a whole lot smoother, lighter and more enjoyable. Set up is arguably the most important part of a Pilates exercise. Without the correct starting position, you are setting your body up for a struggle as the exercise progresses. In fact it has been said (in Pilates folk law) that 5 degrees of incorrect alignment decreases the effectiveness of a Pilates exercise by up to 50%! With this in mind, it makes sense to spend a second checking your set up, your starting alignment, ensuring you’re getting the most out of this time your spending on your body! >>>
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IS ONLY AS GOOD AS YOUR SET UP! BY LANA JOHNSON.
The problem is we are often not aware or even mindful of our starting postures. Whether it is a mat class or in the studio, all too often we rush in, plonk our bodies down and start to move, expecting that our magical alignment fairies will do the rest. Giving little to no thought as to how we have positioned ourselves dramatically detracts from the effectiveness of the exercise, after all, the mind body connection experienced in Pilates requires just that … connection! Luckily for you I have listed a few ‘Quick Check’s’ to ensure you are in good starting alignment prior to beginning your Pilates class or studio session. Be Mindful – Arrive 10 minutes early to class. If you have access to a mat, set your self up in a comfortable position and go through a brief body scan. Sending your awareness to different parts of your body, and feeling if they feel the same on both sides, is a great way to ensure your aware of your body position on the mat and if you may need to adjust before you begin moving. If you are doing studio work, mentally focus yourself when you enter the studio. Creating this time for yourself and leaving your other worries and thoughts at the door will give you more access to your sensory perceptions, allowing you to start your exercises in the correct alignment. If the studio you attend is busy, spend 5 minutes in the car before you enter. Anchoring yourself and feeling for the pressure of both legs on the back of the car seat and the pressure of the chair against the center of your back will help to bring your awareness to your body and it’s resting position. Double Check – If you are working with your instructor in the studio use their well trained eyes and ask about your set up position before commencement of an exercise. For each new exercise you learn listen intently as they explain what cues to use when learning something for the first time. If you are in a mat class, listen out for the cues your instructor gives you between each new exercise. Things such as ‘stacking your shins parallel to the front of the mat’, ‘keeping your feet hip distance apart’ and ‘starting with your elbow underneath your shoulder’ are all helpful ways to check your beginning in the correct position. >>>
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Effort Level – Pay attention to the areas of tension in the body. Your set up position should be generally comfortable. There should be no areas of excessive compression or impingement. Your body should feel as though it is stacked like Jenga bricks before you begin your movement. If you notice excessive tension before you even begin moving, your may need to alter your set up position or use a regressed version of the exercise. I hope that being mindful of your set up position helps you get the most from your next Pilates session. Armed with this knowledge you may just experience a whole new ‘wow’ the next time you are in the studio! When this occurs, stop for a moment, reflect on what was different about your movement and add this to your mental filling cabinet as you float out the door! If you would like to learn more about your alignment and the set up position of any of your exercises I would love to see you in the BPS studio. Until next time, Lana J.
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Movement. The Shift Academy
Youth empowerment has been globally recognised as fundamental in leading nations towards long term prosperity for future generations to come. Goal setting, leadership, communication and creative thinking are strong factors that encourage young people to identify their purpose and place in society. Creative thinking alone has been proven to diminish struggle and provide life fulfilment. It has also been known to help solve world issues and make a difference on a global scale. Whilst many of us hope these life skills are recognised as ‘essential’ by the board of studies, and therefore naturally flow into the education curriculum, sadly this is not the case. Parents and students are being forced to gain these skills outside of school hours. Whilst the joke of algebra ‘what is it good for?’ still continues, the question of, ‘why must we struggle in life', still remains. Thankfully, there are programs like The Shift Academy that assists in gaining what the Education Department currently lacks. >>>
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“From there I realised that young people of this age are at a critical stage of life, being confronted with many challenges and questions about who they are, where they are going and what they want to become.” Located in the Sutherland Shire, The Shift Academy is a 2 day intensive program on how to change your life for the better. The program covers powerful, life changing learning that is presented in an interactive, creative and fun way. Brett White, founder of The Shift Academy says “young people will benefit from effective, fresh and empowering techniques that will develop a greater capacity in them and in their relationships that will give them an edge in life.” The life skills and personal development workshops for 16-22 year olds are run regularly at a Sutherland Shire location. So, why young people? [Brett White states that] “It started with me sharing some of my learning’s with my 16 year old daughter early last year. Her comments were, “wow Dad, this stuff is amazing. Why don’t they teach this in schools? My friends need to hear this too.” From there I realised that young people of this age are at a critical stage of life, being confronted with many challenges and questions about who they are, where they are going and what they want to become. So, last year I ran 5 SHIFT sessions with young people and the feedback and results were amazing.” What will people find in the program? [Brett White believes] “This is a powerful opportunity to empower young people in the journey of life. We look at the way we think and why we think that way, and then how to change it. We will help young people discover purpose, set goals and create positive change. We will look at their core needs and the behaviours that drive them. We will help them understand their emotions, their limiting beliefs and other critical things like dealing with being overwhelmed, anxiety, depression, control and perfectionism. We will look at their strategies in decision making, study, relationships and emotions and how they can change to give them the outcomes they really want. These two days will change their lives, their futures and their relationships and help create an amazing positive future.” For more information email Brett at brett@lifepluscoaching.com.au or 0416 215 350
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EATcrap-getFAT!
"Imagine how baffled your ancestors would be in a modern supermarket ... (most items) aren't foods - quite - they're food products," – food philosopher Michael pollen. I read an interesting article not too long ago that really caught my attention and got me thinking. The article was titled ‘What we can learn from our grandparents’ – by Kristin Shorten. The article, which compared the food habits of our grandparent’s generation to those of today, claimed their diet - that was basically full of all the unspeakables of today’s health conscience society - has seen them live healthy happy lives, and ‘remain skinny’.
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Like Your Grandparents! BY LISA CARSON
“We have moved from whole to processed and refined foods” Full-cream milk, butter and lard were all common household products. Fast forward to today, and we are consumed by no fat, low-fat, skim, margarine, not butter and basically fat-free everything. Still, here we are with the highest obesity rates ever recorded, and seemingly suffering from every food allergy under the sun.
When I think about it, my grandparents didn’t own a car until later in life, and even when my grandfather did acquire his first set of wheels, there was only one vehicle in the family. My grandmother never learned how to drive. She would walk everywhere. The local supermarket was an hour round trip, and to go into town was an hour walk – one-way! We also ate less! Family households were much bigger. It wasn’t uncommon to have six, seven or eight people under the one roof. Meals had to go further and there were never any seconds. Meals were always homemade, dining out was a treat; and there was no such thing as a health food aisle in the supermarket. Eat food, not food products! The article got me thinking. What small changes can we make to our diets to eat more like our grandparents? Here are five suggestions: Swap … A muesli bar for a banana, a tub of strawberry yogurt for a small handful of strawberries and blueberries, sugary cereal for rolled oats topped with honey, lunch time fast food for a homemade salad sandwich, take out for a nice home cooked meal. Today, we live in a vastly different environment than we did 50 years ago. I really believe this article sums up the evolution of our everchanging lifestyles, and how technology, marketing campaigns and pop culture have developed our lives into the way they are today. Maybe it’s not a bad idea to take some advice from the ones we love and admire. After all, it has worked for them. To read the full article you can find it here at: http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/health/what-we-can-learn-from-our -grandparents-diet/story-fneuz9ev-1226746006056
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You can find more information, advice and ideas on good nutrition on Lisa’s blog located at www.nutritionilove.com.
The difference between today’s lifestyle and that of our grandparents’ is we tend to live in world where we spend a lot of time sitting and not a whole lot of time moving. We drive everywhere, are bound to televisions and computer screens, and don’t have enough time to prepare meals, let alone eat a well-balanced diet.
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YOUR LIFE, YOUR ADVENTURE. #EXPERIENCELIFE
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and ready to mingle? BY KYLIE GREEN.
If the answer is yes, a solo trip on a cruise ship is the perfect place for you. I recently went on my very first cruise, 3 days to nowhere that just happened to include a lot of partying, drinking, eating, gambling, swimming, sun and bingo - if you are that way inclined (definitely not what I was there for). I decided to splurge on a good cabin so I would have somewhere to hide if it didn’t turn out as expected, or, alternatively if it did turn out as I had hoped and let’s just say…it did! I spent the first hour of the cruise alone, on my private balcony, sipping French champagne whilst cruising past the heads of Sydney Harbour. That was practically the last time I was alone for the next three days. The first night I got ready to go to dinner, it was assigned seating and as I was single I was placed at a table of 7 other singles on the ship. Was this a sign? Some type of dating ploy by Carnival Cruises? ….YES! I met the most amazing people and thanked God for my very own private suite that night. (wink - wink) >>>
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ALL PHOTOGRAPHY WITHIN THIS ARTICLE IS COURTESY OF KYLIE GREEN
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The next day I decided I wanted to really escape from reality so, book and fresh fruit juice in hand I headed to what I thought was a secluded spot on the ship to read and soak up the sun…I never expected a huge pod of dolphins to start following the ship. Everyone crowded around my deckchair as it was one of the best vantage points on the ship and that was the end of my solitude. A few cocktails later is when I found myself on one of the many waterslides on the ship having the time of my life with people I will probably never see again. The second night was a night of total elegance. We were informed we had to dress to the nines and head to the dining room. Back with my 7 new found friends we enjoyed the finest of dining and magnificent champagne before heading off for a night of dancing, more champagne and some very sore heads the next morning - (I will leave what happened between the champagne and very sore heads the next morning up to your own imagination). After a very long sleep in I was refreshed and energized for the day ahead. Meeting my new friends for some very strong black coffee, we spent the day sunning ourselves (with the benefit of a very hot male rubbing suntan lotion onto my back), riding waterslides and drinking cocktails. The music on the pool deck was pumping so a bit of shaking our booty was thrown in. The third night….drunken debauchery (although I thought I was going to be a good girl because I had work the minute we docked). Dinner with my now very friendly companions then off to the Irish bar for some singing and Guinness...a lot of Guinness, a lot of flirting…this cruising thing is a fabulous boost for a girl’s ego. Fortunately I came to my senses and dragged myself back to my cabin (alone) for a luxurious bubble bath and a good night’s sleep. I had an amazing time cruising the seas off Sydney and highly recommend escaping reality on a weekend cruise. Most things are included in the price. The alcohol wasn’t (unfortunately) but it is very reasonably priced. If you want a cabin on your own you have to pay the single supplement which is usually double the price (but definitely worth it as you just never know your luck). An all you can eat buffet is on all day and freshly made pizzas are free 24/7. All the shows are free and we were fortunate to have Shannon Ponton onboard that weekend. He gave some very informative and motivating talks.
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What? Fashion Hound & Salvo’s VIP Thrift Night. Where? Oxford Street Salvation Army Darlinghurst. Why? Faye Delanty - Ch 9 Thrift Queen - provided guests with style advice on how to achieve ‘the celebrity look’ on a budget, the eco friendly way.
Top to Bottom: Faye sharing the love; A reworked tee styled by Faye; Faye styling one of the beautiful models in a simple black tailored suit and ‘Audrey’ inspired sunglasses.; Guests spent hours trawling the racks for thrift treasure. #fashionhound
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PHOTOS COURTESY OF FASHION HOUND AND MACL PHOTOGRAPHY
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Top to Bottom: Maria and I joined the thrifters in seeking and securing quite a few ah-mazing finds; Inspired by Jessica Alba this pale pink tutu-esque skirt with black turtleneck was a hit with the crowd; Ladylike pleats swamped the runway recently; Staff at the Salvation Army expressed gratitude to all who support The Salvos and their mission; Fabulous models showcasing celebrity fashion Faye Delanty style. #fashionhound
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Yours Truly!
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#FOURTEEN April/May 2014