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Archive for July, 2007

The benefits of boxing circuit classes

July 31, 2007

We have 2 of these a week: Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 p.m.
If you want to mix up your cardio a bit and have some fun doing it, give them a go.
The benefits of boxing classes are:

A great upper body workout.
Improved Fitness.
Better hand-to-eye coordination.
Sharpened reflexes.

There are 2 different instructors. Personal trainer, Darren Fahlbush, takes the [...]

Core conditioning

July 31, 2007

Sadly we have had to withdraw this class (Tuesday evenings 7:35) due to lack of numbers.
Once winter is over and things start to warm up again, we may look at bringing this class back. Let us know your thoughts.

Training tip: biceps

July 31, 2007

Each week we will feature a short, to the point tip from one of our fully qualified personal trainers. This week’s tip is from Leigh Dangor:
Use standing close grip bicep curls to work both heads of the biceps group evenly.
If you would like a session with Leigh, or one of our other personal trainers, get [...]

The Biggest Trainer

July 24, 2007

Congratulations to long time Balmain Fitness instructor, Michelle Bridges, on again being chosen as the female trainer to Australia’s Biggest Loser. Michelle did a cracking job last time and anyone who has done one of her classes knows how much she will bring to the contestants on the show. This will mean that we will [...]

The Secret World Of…

July 24, 2007

Lewis Carroll wrote “We lose half the pleasure we might have in life by not really attending…” Gym member Evan Mitchell attempts to uncover some of the hidden pleasures and the understanding of them in ‘The Secret World Of…‘, a website that is really worth a look. Delving into the psychology of what [...]

Well done Myra!

July 24, 2007

A big shout out to Myra Gregory who is the Dulwich High School of Visual Arts and Design 17yrs girls Cross Country Champion. Considering Myra’s regular hard work in the gym and dedication to her exercise, this should come as no surprise. none the less, another great effort Myra, well done!

More proud parents

July 24, 2007

Congratulations to Preggie Bellies mum Michelle Brereton who had twin girls Ruby and Alice last Wednesday. Michelle was a regular member of the classes on Sundays and Thursdays and says she can’t wait to get back into them as a new mum. Watch this space for a photo of the girls…
A warm Balmain Fitness welcome [...]

New Parents

July 18, 2007

Congratulations to Angela and Adriaan Woerlee on the safe arrival of their daughter Michaela, who arrived on Saturday 7th July. Both Mum and bub are doing well.
Angela deserves special credit as she was still doing her Preggie Bellies class as late as Thursday 5th - a great endorsement to both the classes and her commitment.

Walkers looking for sponsorship

July 18, 2007

On 24th August gym member Hannah Cole and her team, The Red Power Rangers (team#149) will take part in the Oxfam Trailwalker sydney 2007. Oxfam Trailwalker is one of the World’e greatest and toughest team challenge events. The challenge is to get a team of 4 accross 100km of Australian bush in less than 48 [...]

Free sailing lesson

July 16, 2007

Not sure what to do with the weekend? Why not learn to sail with Pacific Sailing School, who are based out of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia at Rushcutters Bay.
They have given us a number of vouchers for free sailing lessons for gym members. Each voucher is for a free 3hr [...]