Step into Life Keysborough

Phone: 0423 852 262 Email: Keysborough@stepintolife.com

May 2012, Issue 68

What is it about Training Club that makes members take their training club shirts overseas? (see Hall of fame photos) Is it the t-shirt or singlet that they can wear with pride and show off their kudos? I think it is much bigger than just a t-shirt or singlet. It is a sense of self-pride and selfachievement. Training Club is the representation of dedication and commitment to a fitter and healthier way of life. Training Club is the proof that shows yourself and those that care about you that you actually care about them and you are prepared to commit to your health and fitness to be strong, fit and healthy for them. Training Club shows that you do it outdoors, in a fun friendly group that is supportive and community focused. Every fortnight when you receive the progress report, make a point of looking at your training club points and make a point of telling yourself well done for every point you achieved and every brick you added to your health and fitness. As winter approaches in some states of Australia and New Zealand, keep in mind that the Training Club points you obtain in winter are double in fitness and health value. In winter when it is colder outdoors, you burn more energy exercising outdoors, your metabolism stays higher for longer and you burn more energy at rest. Set some goals with your Step into Life Trainer to accumulate lots of Training Club points during May, June and July and you will have a smile from ear to ear come Spring. Train well and enjoy doing it outdoors. Regards Larry Cohen Director
step@stepintolife.com.au

Kudos and Accolades

Dear Members, family and friends, Step into Life has always had a Philosophy that a little is always better than none. What this means is that any activity or exercise is better than none. You deserve kudos and accolades every time you do a training session where every fibre in your body was telling you that you did not feel like doing that session those are the sessions that really count. Every session is like a brick that builds a house and before you know it the bricks have built up and you are stronger, fitter and healthier. At Step into Life we measure those bricks in points and those points make up the Step into Life Training Club. What is it about Training Club that makes adults cry when they reach a training club milestone or have a smile that extends from ear to ear?

Alan Roe from Step into Life Labrador has achieved 4000 training club points.

Step into Life Programs

The ultimate outdoor training session for building maximum fitness, burning calories and increasing endurance. This session ensures massive cardio variety using different terrain, intervals, games, buddy cardio and cross training catering for the first time exerciser to the super fit and marathon runner.

The ideal outdoor full body strengthening and sculpting session. Using a vast array of tools like the great outdoors, dumbbells, resistance bands, fit balls, your own body weight and more to work all muscle groups and create the ultimate firm body. The empowering outdoor cardio and strength session combining boxing, kicking and self-defence techniques. Punch, kick and jab your way through a fun and highly motivating session that will calorie burn, build strength and leave you with a healthy sense of achievement no previous experience required.

The ultimate session to improve your core strength, posture and muscle balance. A fit ball used outdoors and combined with dumbbells and cross training, makes this a fun and exhilarating workout guaranteed to raise a sweat no previous experience required.

A dynamic strengthening and stretching session enhancing muscle tone, core strength and flexibility. Inspired by pilates and yoga, this session will tone your body, provide postural strength, injury prevention, flexibility, balance, clear the mind and relieve stress.

Test your limits! An inspiring cross training session using boot camp style drills to mould you into shape. The outdoors provides the perfect environment to use weighted bars, ropes, medicine balls and buddy drills to maximise fitness improvement, while strengthening and toning your body. Work as a team and leave feeling pumped!

Experience the ultimate group outdoor motivation and reach new targets with our fun run training program. Feel the exhilaration of crossing the finish line with your trainer and fellow members supporting you all the way - you'll be surprised what you can achieve, and what fun it can be!

KEYSIE TIMETABLE
Please note that from June: TM Wednesday 6am will be toneup Thursday 6am will cease TM Saturday boxkick will be 8:30am

Dont have your own boxing gloves?

Youll need them for boxkick sessions Boxing Gloves $25 in S, M or L, Standard or Fingerless
Please see below for what you need for toning sessions & when

Monday

6:00pm

7:15pm

Tuesday

6:00am

9:00am

6:00pm

7:15pm

Wednesday

6:00am

6:00pm

7:15pm

Thursday

6:00am

4:30pm

6:00pm

7:15pm

Friday

6:00am

MAY toneup Sessions are BANDS JUNE toneup Sessions are COREBALL JULY toneup Sessions are WEIGHTS

Dont have your own? Youll need one. You may purchase one from your trainer
(we provide the weights)

Saturday

8:15am
(from June August will be 8:30am)

Coreballs 55cm Blue or Green $50.50 65cm Blue or Green $59.00 75cm Blue or Green $65.00

Resistance Bands Green (Light) $30.00 Red (Medium) $32.00 Blue (Hard) $37.00

Merchandise Stay organised while training

Cotton Training Club Special! Only $10.00 each

BUM BAG with water bottle holder $20.00

Go to www.stepintolife.com/treat-yourself.php to view more great specials!

Local News
Its getting chillier! (Has anyone noticed?!?) Look we all survived Easter so now thats its getting a little bit colder there is no need to worry! We WILL SURVIVE! A few extra layers that you can take off as you warm up will keep the cold away failing to prepare is preparing to fail. And you all would have heard us say that the harder your body works to keep warm the more excess energy will be burnt which means better results!

Training Club
Achieving your goals at Step into Life
How close are you to your next Training Club milestone? Goal setting is a key element to gaining fitness, weight loss and improved health benefits. At all Step into Life sessions we add training points to your training club tally (you can see your total on your fortnightly performance report). Points gained are a measure of your commitment to your training. Ask your Trainer to help you set some time lines for your goals. Awards achieved in April 500 points Lia Hunter Cel Pau Jo Kingi

Put this is your diaries May 26th is our Winter Lunch more details will be at your sessions. We hope all our Mummies have had a great Mothers Day! A few celebrated by heading into the city despite the moody weather to participate in the Mothers Day Classic - well done to Tegan, James B, Jules & Rima!

New Members
Welcome!
Linda Hill Jayne Kareroa Lisa Georgakopoulos

Welcome Back!
Shivani Keecha

Member Birthdays
Happy Birthday!
5 Jessie Chau th 5 Shane McKenzie th 7 Kevin Phoa th 13 Natasha Pregnalato th 15 Trish Griffin st 21 Lia Hunter th 29 Zija Skenderovic th 30 Darren Roussety
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Keep an eye out on the Events page theres a few Fun Runs coming up are you ready?

TO HELP KEEP YOU WARM & MOTIVATED IN THE COLDER MONTHS Which would you like this winter?
Step into Life Polar Fleece Vest Step into Life Polar Fleece Jumper hr OR 1hr Remedial Massage at your home!

Step into Life Spray Jacket

Step into Life $25 Anystore Giftcard

Keysies Bonus Complete the below challenges to go in the draw to win one of these!

7 Steps to Form a Habit

Winter is a wonderful time to build on your Health and Fitness. The payoff is that the more you exercise the warmer you will feel, the more heat you will generate and the more energy you will expend. The more alert your senses, the more alive you will feel! We challenge you to confront your comfort zone (the doona, the indoor heating, your perceived exercise limitations) and GIVE IT A GO. Plus we will reward you with Mystery Gifts valued at $1,000 and $2,000! Week one starts on June 18th. It takes time to build a habit, so we start Week One with a very basic plan and then add to that each week. By the end of winter, if youve ditched your bad habits and formed the good habits, you should have a wellestablished routine of added exercise, and be in better shape to take on anything you choose to because you can! So, lets get started! On the Weekly Record Sheet, you score points for all the tasks completed. Complete ALL the tasks for a week, and you MUST reward yourself with a TREAT. List of treats on the record sheet. Score the total of 75 points and you will go into a Draw to win a Mystery Gift valued at $1,000! The more people you refer to Step into Life the more points you get. 20 points per person in fact. The people you refer need to join any Step into Life venue in Victoria during the 7 week challenge period. If you achieve the highest score in Victoria you will win another Mystery Gift valued at $2,000!
The Weekly Challenges will be revealed at our Winter Lunch are you up for the challenge???

KEYSBOROUGH BONUSES ( NOTE THIS IS INSTEAD OF THE NORMAL TSHIRT RAFFLE ) T O QUALIFY FOR A RAFFLE TICKET THE BELOW : FULL SCORE FOR THE WEEK PLUS COMPLETED 2 MJ C ARDS FOR THE WEEK ( STUCK IN DIARY) ENTERED EVERYTHING IN YOUR T RAINING DIARY WORN A S TEP INTO L IFE SHIRT TO EVERY SESSION TO QUALIFY FOR AUGUST RAFFLES NEED TO DO
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I F YOU HAVE DONE ALL OF THE ABOVE FOR THE WEEK, GET YOUR TRAINER TO SIGN OFF ON WORKSHEET & DIARY & YOU LL RECEIVE YOUR RAFFLE TICKET FOR THE WEEKLY DRAW . I F YOU HAVE DONE ALL OF THE ABOVE FOR THE MONTH, GET YOUR TRAINER TO SIGN OFF ON WORKSHEET & DIARY & YOU LL RECEIVE YOUR RAFFLE TICKET FOR THE MONTHLY DRAW . I F YOU HAVE DONE ALL OF THE ABOVE FOR THE COMPETITION, GET YOUR TRAINER TO SIGN OFF ON WORKSHEET & DIARY & YOU LL RECEIVE YOUR RAFFLE TICKET FOR THE COMPETITION PRIZE DRAW . FOR EVERY NON-MEMBER THAT YOU REFER THAT COMPLETES 3 FREE SESSIONS IN A WEEK DURING THIS COMPETITION YOU WILL GET A $ 25 GIFT CARD TO SHOP WITH ! & AS PER USUAL IF THEY THEN JOIN YOU LL GET ANOTHER 1!

TO HELP KEEP YOU WARM & MOTIVATED IN THE COLDER MONTHS WEEK ONE (and every week thereafter) You may think that you are doing enough for your health and fitness but 1 session week prize 3 or more sessions a week prize lets face it, you knowayou should do more. 2 sessions a week prize every day; Drink & Breakfast Weekly Draw Prize Hot Drink Hot Hot Dinner Monthly Draw Step into Life Spray Jacket OR Step into Life Vest & Spray - there are heaps of fruits Prize $20 Merchandise Voucher Jacket OR $40 Merchandise and vegetables out there. Has your weekly shopping list been the same Voucher for the last few years? Overall HR Remedial Massage at All of the Above & HR Competition Prize your home n your own. Remedial Massage at your This must be home added exercise a brisk walk at lunch time, footy with the kids, jogging to the coffee shop on Sunday. Try to vary the 7 minutes each week. - If you are booked in for three Step into Life sessions a week, make sure you DO them NO excuses without a note from Mum or your trainer!! WEEK TWO You will embrace the better YOU once you see you can complete this 7 week challenge. Step into Life Spray Jacket, Vest & Jumper OR $80 Merchandise Voucher All the Above PLUS 1 hr Remedial Massage at your house

Member Profile
Elizabeth Stewart
Liz has been a member of Step into Life Keysie since 18th December 2009

Questions
Where were you born? Sandringham, Victoria What is your current profession? I work part time in medical administration and I'm a full time student. I'm in my final year of doing Bachelor of Nursing...YAY!! So over uni!!!
Group get together where we plan our winter training & set our targets and inspire each other From 12pm

Events
MAY Sat 26th Winter Lunch for Keysie Members

What sports have you been involved with during your life/best achievement? I played Netball from age 7 until a few years ago. I wouldn't say that I was ever a great player but I loved the game. What is your favourite Step into Life session? Cardio. What is your favourite naughty treat when your trainers arent looking? I love butter chicken. Sooo yummy. What are your top 3 goals you would like to achieve? Fit. Healthy. Happy. What goals have you achieved at Step into Life so far? I never was a runner before SIL. Now I have completed numerous 10km+ fun runs and loving it :)

Important Fitness Assessment

JUL 15th

7pm Monday, June 25th 6am Friday, June 29th

5km Walk/Run 10km Run Half Marathon

JUL Sat 21st JUL 28th

STEP INTO LIFE 2012 KEYSIE BALL!

Our 2nd Keysie Ball, open to our members (both past & present), their partners & supportive friends for a great night of dancing, awards & dress your best!

Train to do your best for the De Castella Run. Dingley Dozen &/or Melbourne Marathon. 8 weeks of 1 to 2hr sessions with our Keysie Group Saturdays 10am x8 (not 25th Aug) Be Pushed & take charge in our unique form of BootCamp style Camaraderie Training. Different Locations, different Drills, do everything you can to endurit. Wednesdays 5:30am x5 5km Walk/Run, 10km Run & Half Marathon

AUG Wed 1st

AUG 19th AUG 26th

5km, 10km & 15km

Early Bird Reg. Ends Aug 12th Adult: $35 U18:$25 Aug 15th Aug 26th Adult: $45 U18:$30 On the Day Adult: $50 U18:$35 This is considered a major SiL event which replaces our Victorian Mini Olympics 6km Walk/Run & 12km Run 4km, 8km & 12km Run or Walk Be Pushed & take charge in our unique form of BootCamp style Camaraderie Training. Different Locations, different Drills, do everything you can to endurit. Sats, Fris & a Sunday. Melbourne Marathon (Sun 14thOct) Spring into Shape II (Sun 28th Oct) Melbourne Stampede (Sat 27th Oct) 10km, Half & Full Marathon 4km, 8km & 12km 5km &10km individual/teams 5 games of competition. Where the Keysie Members battle in teams of 6 to 8 people per team.

SEP OCT 6th

Dingley Dozen Spring into Shape #1 (16th Sep)

OCT

DEC 2nd

STEP INTO LIFE 2012 KEYSIE COMPETITION!

My Story - Rachael Trimbos Step into Life Craigieburn Member

I am a busy mum with three kids a 5yr, 3yr and 1yr old. When I was younger I was quite active and played a lot of sport, mainly netball. That was until I suffered a knee injury and required a knee reconstruction. I struggled after this to find a sport I loved and I was scared about getting hurt again, especially because I had no time for it after having young children. I went from being fairly fit, to inactive. I felt unfit, lazy, and bigger than I had ever been and I began struggling to keep up with my eldest in the park. I kept telling people I needed to find a new sport, but at the same time when you get that unfit, it is really hard to get back into it. In August 2011, my sister rang me with a deal that couldnt really be refused A Scoopon for Step into Life and a new franchise was opening right around the corner in Craigieburn. We both purchased it thinking we will give it a go and if we dont like it, there is no loss. I had never considered doing personal training, nor did I think it would be something I would enjoy. Even at my fittest, I had never liked running. In fact I would avoid it at all cost. When I first spoke to Matt my trainer on the phone before we started, he asked me about my goals and what I had hoped to get out of training. I said to get fit and lose weight. I also told him my sister is the runner in the family and that I hated running. He said I sounded like most mums with young kids out there and that hopefully he could change my views about running. I didnt know what to expect when I got to my first session, but about half way through, I knew I was going to join. As hard as it was I loved every minute of it. That was back at the start of September. Six months later, I am fitter than I have ever been, I am smaller than I have been in my adult life, I feel healthier and my views on running have changed. In December 2011, Matt encouraged all members to do the Run 4 Kids event in April 2012. My sister immediately signed up for the 14km, but I didnt know what to do. I had never run more than 3km in my life. So in January 2012 my sister and I went for a 5km run to see if I could do it and I did, although I really struggled towards the end. So when it came to signing up for the Run 4 Kids I knew I would be able to do the 5km course, the question was could I do that three times and complete the 14km course. I asked Matt for his advice. He said You know you can run the 5km, so you can aim for a really good time, or do the achievit training and challenge myself to do the 14km.

I thought long and hard about it and decided I would do it, so I told Matt he had 10 weeks to train me. We trained every Sunday morning and the sessions were tough interval training, hill sprints etc. It was such hard work and my legs would ache for the next two days. I was feeling really confident that I could complete the run even though the longest I had run now was still only 10km. But then I thought my dream was all over. 2 weeks out from the event I hurt my knee and could hardly walk. Then when the knee was on the mend and with one week before the run I got sick. The worst I had ever felt in my life. So in the last three weeks before the run, I could only manage one session. My confidence was a little shaky, but the adrenalin when I stood on the start line was exactly what I needed. Despite all the setbacks of the previous fortnight I set off with my sister and together we ran the whole 14.38km course together NON-STOP in a time of 1hr 40mins 31secs. A part from having my kids, I have never felt prouder than when I crossed that finish line!! It was an awesome feeling especially when we got to a point in the run where I knew I was going to do it. Those Sunday morning sessions were brutal at times, but all that hard work and training paid off. Now my goals have changed from when I first joined and no longer about weight loss, its about running further, faster and beating my personal best. Who would have thought 6 months later Id be calling myself a runner!! I have proved to myself that if I set my mind to it and work hard I can achieve my goals. And if I who absolutely hated running can now run 14km and enjoy it, anyone can! Thanks to Step into Life and Matt for helping me achieve my goals and changing my life. I am really grateful my sister called me about the promotional offer, and thrilled I got to experience this wonderful achievement with her.

Rachael is on the right in both above photos

Health & Fitness

Low Stress High Energy
Theres a secret only stress-free people know of, and its about to be unveiled. Ever notice how your girlfriend is always looking fresh as if shes just come out of a massage centre, or spent time in a spa? Or what about that colleague of yours whos super-charged at work no matter which day of the week it is? Whats with these people? Who are they and how can they be so relaxed every time? Its simple. Stress-free people are not born that way its an art and science they apply when life gets challenging (and it does). Lets see what these secrets are and why they really work: 1. Dont kill worries: You read it right. If fighting worries is causing all the more stress in your life, quit fighting. Determine to keep aside 10-20 minutes every day where you worry without guilt. Focus on the top worries that are bothering you and see if embracing them eases the stress. While youre at it, contemplate what you are going to do to end the problem. Face it, acknowledge it, do something about it or move on. 2. Find your coping ally: What works best when youre under stress? It could be calling up a friend, turning on the music loud, taking it out on your fitness training, tending to your plants, or taking a long bath with aromatic oils. Whatever it is, go ahead and find your coping ally. You deserve it! 3. Make a list: Write down a list of all things for which youre grateful. Once the kids are gone to bed, switch off the TV, close the computer lid, and give yourself some space. Think about your life and all the wonders it offers. Youd be amazed with what a beautiful long list of things youve got to be thankful for! 4. Connect with other people: Go out and meet new friends. Found a new laughter yoga class in your area? Go register. A seminar on a topic you dig? Attend. Make new friends at social gatherings, and social networks too. Technology makes it easy. Learn a new language from your online friend or take part in an art class online. Possibilities are limitless!

5. 15 minutes of sanity: Stop whatever youre doing - now. Lie down on your bed or the floor with your palms facing the ceiling. Close your eyes and take a deep breath. Now, start relaxing each area of your body progressively. Observe how your feet are feeling take the feeling to your calves, thighs, stomach, hands, fingertips and your whole body. Do this for 15 minutes. When you feel youre relaxed, roll to one side and sit up. How did it feel? 6. Drink and eat right: We all know caffeine is harmful to our bodies, but still continue drinking it. Swap coffee with herbal tea, or better yet, glassfuls of water. Eat at least 4-5 servings of vegetables and fruits every day. You can mix fresh fruit juice and green smoothies with your intake. Pick whole-grain bread, pasta and cereals and stay away from white foods a much healthier choice! 7. Try a Done list: Weve all heard of a to-do list, but did you know about Done Lists? A done list allows you to record the tasks you achieved during the day. Its an inspiring concept once you see how youre consistently achieving something each day, you get a boost out of it. It may also reduce feelings of anxiety and low self-esteem. Create your own done lists on I Done This Today. Our minds are like computers they need protection, some down time and regular upgrades. Dont neglect yourself and when in stress, be especially gentle on yourself. Perhaps youre too disconnected from your passions. Maybe youve taken up more than your fair share of work. Or, youre having a constant supply of the bad news through the papers. Never mind the cause; you will be just fine if youre determined to relieve your stress one way or the other. If all else fails, smile it will pass.

Mid Year Crisis

Were fast-approaching middle of the year: Where have you gotten yourself with your resolutions? If youre not too happy with where you are, dont worry because all is not lost. One of the key reasons people fail with goals is that they do not spend time on thinking about what they want and why they want it. Its far too easy to slip into thinking I want to become fit or I want to stop drinking without knowing the reason behind it. Another common reason for failure is setting too many goals in one go. Humans are creatures of habit and aiming top speed when it comes to reviving goals. With that thought, lets explore a few ways that have resulted in re-igniting goals for everyday-people like you and me: 1. Set one realistic goal at a time: Were tempted to achieve it all at once or rather; we decide to achieve it all at once. But theres a difference between achieving and deciding to achieve. You got to know where you stand. Have you decided to break a bad habit like drinking but havent acted on it? Remember, although deciding is the first step, achievement results from action and consistency. 2. Know why you want it: Knowing the answer will act like a mental high and pump you up for taking action. Why do you want to get fit? Why is it important for you at this point in life? How will you feel once youve achieved it? Think about this and note them down in your log book or journal. Which brings us to the next point? 3. Keep a journal: Get a diary and record your progress. Stuart Walter of Dear Diary takes it further: You note down your experience as if youve already achieved your goal. Pick a date when youd like this to happen and start writing how you feel, what people are saying and how youre celebrating your success. (However, be warned against drifting away and fantasising). 4. Dont give in to the what-the-heck effect: So, you missed a day of your detox week by having a cupful of coffee. Dont succumb to the usual pattern of thinking that its no use now so I might as well have some chocolate. Continue with your set goal and finish it. 5. Become your new best friend: Start a goal with a spark of positivity. Stick to the routine for best results is a better way of saying than Dont make a fool of yourself yet again! That said, there is some research associated with the negative outcomes of fantasising before having achieved a goal. Starting positive works well, however, relying heavily on it doesnt.

6. Move out of your comfort zone: We stick to our comfort zones because we feel safe in it. To achieve new goals, its important to step out of comfort zones every now and then. If walking up to a stranger at a party gives you the jitters, think of how youd break the ice next time you are out. Make an effort to come out of your comfort zones, which may well be holding you back from achieving what you want. Sometimes, life throws lemons. You have a huge problem, or an un-achieved goal lined up, staring in your face day in and day out. It is then that you start to wonder: Is something wrong with me? Parting words: Youre not missing anything Lets get this thing out in the open: You have all the resources to achieve goals within you, only that they are misplaced. Think about the possibilities of tapping into the hidden resources its pure potential. So brush up those long-lost goals which are waiting to be potentially realised, and get going. Theres no stopping you, is there?

For more health and fitness articles visit www.stepintolife.com/nutrition

Ideas for Eating on the Go

Just because you are busy, it doesnt mean you cant eat nutrient rich. Here are dozens of foods and practical ideas for fast food thats healthy. At Home Ready-made portion of nuts in snap lock bags Piece of fruit Chopped up veggie sticks with hommus Tub of yoghurt Low fat cheese with rice crackers Muesli Bar Reduced fat custard with fruit Fruit smoothie Can of tuna topped with low fat mayonnaise Low fat cottage cheese with chopped banana, cinnamon and a dash of honey

At Work Single serve soup Frozen meals (to heat in microwave) Ready made portion of dried fruit in snap lock bags Single serve porridge Take a piece of fruit from home Tuna & biscuits (pre-packaged) Small can baked beans or spaghetti Leftovers from dinner at home

From the Supermarket Grab and Go Ready to eat salad Tub of yoghurt Ready to eat tuna & biscuits Portion controlled cheese & biscuits Individual served canned fruit Drinking yoghurt Piece of fresh fruit Packaged chopped vegie sticks and combine with single serve hommus Rice cakes Vita-wheats and Light Philadelphia cream cheese

At the Food Court Choose salad bars and ask for dressing in a separate container Sandwiches/rolls/wraps with salad and lean protein (ask for no margarine) Plain hamburger ask for extra salad, no margarine, butter or mayonnaise. Grilled fish Sushi or sashimi BBQ chicken without the skin Kebab with extra salad and small amount of meat

At the Corner Store or Service Station Portion controlled cheese & biscuits Low fat flavoured milk Tub of yogurt Healthy ready-to-eat sandwiches Packet of popcorn Sanitarium Up & Go drink Sustagen drink Rice crackers

Matt ONeill BSpSc, MSc, APD, AN, Nutritionist, Sunrise & Morning Show

Step into Life Golden Grove, SA member Max Hodge, taking Step into Life all the way to Graceland, USA.

Alan Roe from Step into Life Labrador, QLD one of the few members to reach 4,000 training club points

Step into Life Franchisees completing endurit rope training coreball session at Step into Life St Ives, NSW

powerflex session at Step into Life Sans Souci, NSW

Cel Pau First Session 8th January 2011 Total # of Sessions 150

KPs Step into Life Keysborough Story

My introduction into Step into Life was a paid up membership as a birthday present back in May 2011 from a couple of friends who have been members of Step into Life for several years. I had been saying for several years that I needed to get back into shape and feel fitter and healthier both physically and mentally. I joined several indoor gyms in the past but never really got into them. I started with Step into Life by enrolling in 2 sessions per week, specifically toning and kickboxing. I remember avoiding the cardio sessions because I hated running, and like a lot people, when asked my goals for joining I answered get fitter and healthier and losing a bit of weight along the way.

Biggest Loser Equal 3rd Place

Jo Kingi First Session 14 September 2011 Total # of Sessions - 110 Fitness Tests - 4 BootCamps (endurit) 2 1 Teaser 1 Recruits Running Package (achievit) 1 Keysie Competition 2011
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At the time, my exercise for the week consisted of one night a week playing pennant table tennis, and a weekend bike ride. Table tennis has always been a sporting passion of mine, and more recently road cycling. In October 2011 I entered the Biggest Loser Competition and by competitions end in February 2012 achieved my overall weight loss goal and rd finished equal 3 place. My decision to register for my first Boot camp package in December was a major turning point. I recall registering for 11 sessions mistakenly thinking the sessions were spaced over a period of 11 weeks! The Boot Camp sessions improved my cardio and general fitness markedly, and with renewed confidence and momentum I started to do my own running several times a week. My week was now filled with 2 Step into Life Sessions, 2-3 Boot Camp sessions, and several days of running, all while continuing with my sporting passions table tennis and cycling. Looking back, it was definitely hard work but all worth the effort, and I had heaps of fun along the way. Step into Life has benefited me not just physically and mentally, but has benefited my two sporting passions in table tennis, and in particular cycling. A simple front leg squat during toning sessions and I know my cycling is going to benefit. It is this connection that I find for myself appealing. Staying motivated is the challenge, but is definitely made a lot easier because of the cool group of people I get to train with and the effective style in which personal trainers Aaron and Jesse run their sessions.

Lia Hunter First Session 19th April 2011 Total # of Sessions - 110 Fitness Tests - 5 BootCamps (endurit) 17 3 Teasers 4 Recruits 5 Marines 5 Navy Seals Running Package (achievit) 2 Keysie Competition 2011

Inspiring moments from our Inspiring members

In Last months newsletter you read about two of our members and their achievements within our Step into Life Keysborough Team. rd Tegan Came in Equal 3 Place in our 2011~2012 Keysies Biggest Losers contest. Here are the success stories of the other 3 winners in the competition.

Jos Step into Life Keysborough Story

For the last 8 years I have struggled with weight issues. I had a habit of losing weight and then gaining even more. For example, in 2009 I weighed 118kg and after a few months of training I managed to drop down to 108kg. After dropping a few kilos I got complacent and lost focus of my training and also what I was eating. I thought One Burger wont hurt, Ill just burn it off when I run tonight but when it came time for me to run, I thought Damn, its pretty cold tonight, Ill just go for a run tomorrow night until eventually I lost confidence and stop training altogether. Fast forward to September 2011, I found myself weighing 137kg, out of shape, low on confidence and with low self-esteem. I needed to start getting active and thats when I decided to join Step into life (SIL). In September 2011 my Partner Theresa and I joined Aaron and Jess at SIL Keysborough. I found this type of training very attractive as it was a group training programme which meant I didnt have to train alone. It also forced me to train because I was paying money for sessions, and the only thing I hate more than exercise, is wasting money. Within 7 months of training with Aaron and Jess I had achieved nd so much. I came 2 in this years Biggest Loser Challenge with an overall loss of 38%. I took part in my first Distance Package which saw me complete a 20km run and helped me build amazing mental strength. I have gone from a fitness category 4 to a fitness category 6. I also competed in the 2012 Tough Mudder event, something I will never forget. I think the most important part of SIL Keysborough is the unbelievable support I get from my trainers and fellow members. We all push each other and make sure we are doing our best and we always let each other know when we are doing well. It is a very friendly and at times family like environment. I am forever inspired by all my fellow members at SIL Keysborough, especially when they achieve something they thought they couldnt. The support I get from friends and family help me away from training and helps keep me focused and motivated. There is no doubt that I am a more positive person now that I am fitter and healthier. I am full of confidence and I now understand that the only way to continue on my successful journey is to stay motivated and challenge myself not only with training but with life in general.

Biggest Loser Equal 2nd Place

Jackos Step into Life Keysborough Story

In October of last year I remember searching online for Personal Trainers as I was in desperate need of help in attaining a higher level of fitness and general wellbeing in order to fulfil my dream of becoming a member of Victoria Police. I found Step Into Life and discovered there was a Keysborough Branch, so I called up Aaron, who immediately took interest in my goals and what I wanted to achieve. One of my first questions was should I be doing 3 or 4 sessions a week and to my surprise he told me it was about seeing where I was at and what my commitment level allowed me to do. Unlike previous efforts at contacting fitness groups and gyms who all seemed interested in getting as much money out of me as possible and not really asking me questions this was different. At Step Into Life I feel like myself and each and every other member is valued and a friend, from my very first session there a few days on I have never looked back. Training at Step Into Life has been perhaps one of the most life changing and most rewarding experiences of my life. From the outset in October last year I have been motivated and inspired to do things that I wouldnt have thought possible nor would I physically expect of myself, yet with the help and guidance of Jess and Aaron at Keysborough SIL I, along with every other member now find it possible to achieve what was once thought impossible. Personally, I have achieved my goal weight and gone even lower than where I had first expected to be, I feel healthier and fitter than ever before in my life. Before starting at Step Into Life, I couldnt do a single push up and running for me still wasnt exactly easy. Now I find myself doing half marathons in well under the 2 hour mark, I completed the Tough Mudder Course (with a lot of convincing from Aaron) and I also st came 1 in the Biggest Loser challenge at SIL Keysborough. Step Into Life is now well and truly a huge part of my life, Aaron and Jess have this amazing talent of not only making training Outdoors exhilarating and tough but also so much fun. I never knew when I first joined that I would become so attached and that I would in turn have so many more friends because of it and despite moving to Wantirna I still choose to train at Keysborough because of thefriendly and welcoming atmosphere. I was never one to look forward to exercising but now I wouldnt have it any other way. Each session as well is always different and unique and continues to throw up challenges, but no matter how hard they may be, Ive noticed that at Step Into Life there is always someone there to pick you up and inspire you to greater lengths. I feel like I have come a long way since starting at Step Into Life and that now exercise is firmly a part of what I do and is not what I should do. I truly value the work of my trainers and fellow members at Step Into Life, and hope we can all strive to reach whatever it is we want in life, which I know through the hard work and dedication of Jess and Aaron which I think is second to none is possible for each and every person. Thanks so much to this point for making me a happier and fitter person and hopefully by the time this is read I have passed the fitness test for Victoria Police, until then I look forward to spending hours upon hours with everyone at Wachter Reserve, doing it Outdoors, because its what we do best!

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Healthy Recipe
At Last - Guilt Free Eating!

Beef and Red Wine Stew

Serves: 2 Prep: 15 mins + 3 hours to marinade Cooking: 2hrs
Ingredients 300g blade steak, trimmed, cut into 3 cm cubes 2 sprigs fresh thyme cup dry red wine 1 Tbs olive oil 1 small brown onion, chopped 1 small carrot, chopped celery stalk, chopped 1 Tbs plain flour cup salt-reduced beef stock (or water) 2 tsp tomato paste 1 medium potato, peeled, chopped 1 clove garlic, peeled 75g green beans, trimmed, cut into 3 cm lengths cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

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Method Place beef, thyme and wine into a large non-metallic bowl. Stir to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight. Preheat oven to 160C. Heat oil in a large flameproof, casserole dish over medium heat. Add onion, carrot and celery and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Drain beef, reserving marinade. Add beef to dish. Cook stirring for 5-6 minutes or until browned all over. Stir in flour. Add marinade, stock, tomato paste, potatoes and garlic. Stir to combine. Bring to the boil. Cover with lid or foil. Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes. Remove lid. Add beans and bake for a further 5 minutes or until beef and beans are tender. Remove from oven. Discard thyme and stir in parsley. Optional: serve with pasta, mashed potato or rice. See Ready Reckoner for Starch Exchanges

MJ Nutrition Matt ONeill www.MetabolicJumpstart.com

Exchanges per serve

For more information talk to your trainer.

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Nutrients per serve 1425J (241cals), 34.6g Protein, 15.5g Fat, 4g Saturated Fat, 14.5g Carbs, 2.2g Sugars, 4.6g Fibre, 518mg Sodium
Source: Modified www.daa.asn.au

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Keysies Biggest Losers 2011~2012

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Our Top 10 Biggest Losers:
10th - Silvana (score of 16% Loss) Fitness Challenge: PLATINUM Level 9th - Vet (score of 17% Loss) Fitness Challenge: GOLD Level Equal 8th - Rima (score of 19% Loss) Fitness Challenge: BRONZE level Equal 8th - Rima (score of 19% Loss) Fitness Challenge: BRONZE level Equal 8th -Tracey (score of 19% Loss) Fitness Challenge: BRONZE level 7th - Lyly (score of 21% Loss) Fitness Challenge: BRONZE Level 6th - Thach (score of 22% Loss) Fitness Challenge: GOLD Level 5th Lia (score of 29% Loss) Fitness Challenge: GOLD Level th 4 Theresa (score of 33% Loss) Fitness Challenge: PLATINUM Level Equal 3rd KP (score of 35% Loss) Fitness Challenge: PLATINUM level Equal 3rd Tegan (score of 35% Loss) Fitness Challenge: PLATINUM level 2nd Jo (score of 38% Loss) Fitness Challenge: GOLD Level st 1 Jacko (score of 52% Loss) Fitness Challenge: BRONZE Level Huge congrats to James Donaldson for winning the Gainers with a score of 4%. Not all the gainers came in for their final weight in! The other one that did, didnt receive a +% score.

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