20/03/2023 - Weekly newsletter for Run Move Connect members!

Hello to members new and old,

We had a great end to our week at the Social Saturday 5km Time Trial. So good to see some great progressions with big PB's and other great results.

Check below for some updates with our timetable and a new running coach announcement! Looking forward to another big week ahead with RMC!

New run coach alert!

RMC would love to introduce our new Running coach, Alex Norris! Most of our runners would have met Alex either at a run session or Social Saturday. Alex has many years experience as a personal trainer and is looking to now translate that talent into a specific running coach. Alex has a wealth of experience as a runner and will look to share lessons through her running journey with you all!

Membership Price Adjustment

Our aim at Run Move Connect is to maintain membership affordability and we are very proud to offer fantastic services to our members without having a big financial impact.

Due to an increase in overheads and additional classes being added to our timetable, we will be having a blanket $5 and $20 increase on weekly and monthly memberships respectively, excluding Youth memberships. 10-pack passes will be increased by $20 per purchase.

This membership price change will take effect and align with the updated Terms and Conditions on Monday the 3rd of April.

Please do not hesitate to contact, via email, if you have concerns around this.

Run Move Connect Terms and Conditions

With the increase in membership numbers comes an increase in administration and management of member's subscriptions. We have been working in the background to develop Terms and Conditions to maintain transparency amongst our members and avoid conflicting information with regards to membership cancellation, expectations of members and booking policies.

If you would like to view our recently updated terms and conditions please click here.

Youth Engagement Program

With school/team sport starting up throughout the valley, is it a great opportunity to get your children involved in structured strength exercise to learn about their body, load management and for injury prevention.

Brad and Hannah are very passionate about getting the whole community moving and this includes our Huon Valley youth. Run Move Connect are proud to announce a Youth Engagement program which provides youths in our community a 6-week all-inclusive pass to RMC sessions. This program is tailored for 10-18 year olds who are interested in getting active within our community.

"This program will provide these young people with an opportunity to better understand the benefits of exercise and fitness training on their overall health and wellbeing. The project will be aimed at young people who are not currently engaged with a community group that promotes a healthy lifestyle and will promote the benefits of being part of such"

At the conclusion of this 6-week program a "youth membership" option is available. Priced at $15 a week, we hope to see our youth engagement graduates continue to run and get strong within our community.

If you know of any young member of our community that this may interest, please do not hesitate to email Brad or Hannah at hello@runmoveconnect.com.au

Timetable

You spoke, We listened!

New cardio and recovery sessions added to Friday afternoon at 5:30pm and 6:00pm!

Please book via our booking portal

Feedback Form

We get amazing feedback from our members and it continues to assist us meeting the needs of our members and providing the best service. We thought it is time to make this an 'official' form and we welcome your feedback.

Please click on the link here and fill it out, as you desire.

Social Saturday

It was a fantastic turn out for our 5km time trial this weekend. We love to see individuals have a go at their first time trial and regular members achieve personal best times. To view or 5k time trial results please click here.

Upcoming Running Events

HOBART AIRPORT MARATHON FESTIVAL: Run Move Connect has entered a team for this years "Hobart Airport Marathon Festival". The event starting points are around the Constitution Dock and will finish in the heart of Salamanca on Sunday the 2nd of April. The inaugural event was held last year where RMC was represented well, this year we want to better our attendance numbers! Click here to register and make sure you enter the team name "Run Move Connect" when registering. This year RMC have been offered a 15% discount on entry for all races. Enter the code RUNMCHFM-23 in the coupon code section.

ROSS RUNNING FESTIVAL: A few RMC members have shown interest in participating in the Ross Running festival. The Ross Running Festival is a unique event which runs across the iconic Ross Bridge and around the outskirts of the historic township of Ross, finishing along the main street to the claps and cheers of the locals. With a relatively flat course and relaxed atmosphere, the Ross Running Festival is a perfect event for those taking on a marathon or half marathon for the first time, with runners receiving plenty of support on each lap of the 10.5km course. If a shorter event is what you prefer, there’s a 5km & 10km events available, and for those wanting to really soak up the atmosphere and beauty of the town, there’s a 5km walk option. For the younger runners there’s the Ross Runner’s 2km Kids Race with the proceeds donated to the Just Like Jack organisation. To Enter please click HERE.

If you have any questions about any of the events and would like to find out more please get in contact with Brad.

Running/Walking session details

See below for your session plans this week-

**HEAD TORCHES - For those attending 6am sessions please bring along a head torch if you have one. RMC will provide a few spares at each sessions for those that don't have one.**

Tuesday 21st of March (Hill reps)

**MEET AT RANELAGH SHOW GROUNDS**

3 sets of the following -

3 x 60s hill efforts

(9 in total)

Walk/slow jog down between reps

Walk/slow jog down + extra 2-3 min recovery between sets.

25-30 mins total

Thursday 23rd of March (progressive longer reps)

1 x 7 min (2 min recovery)

2 x 3 min (90s recovery between)

3 x 90s (90s recovery between)

17:30 running - 8 min recovery - 25:30 total

Please don't hesitate to contact Brad if you have questions about these sessions.

Tuesday/Thursday mornings/afternoons (6:00am, 9:00am & 5:30pm): Huonville Recreational Oval.

Strength/Recovery and Cardio Session Details

FOCUS THIS WEEK IS MULTI-MOVEMENT

• Multi Movement exercises use different movement patterns to target the same muscle group.

• It will challenge your body to adapt to different stimuli and keep it guessing.

• This technique will also assist with increasing mobility and function.

• Tips from Hannah- use moderate resistance weight if your technique is perfect, complete 8-10 repetitions maximum and be very controlled. Always discuss with the trainer where you should feel the exercise.

• Make the movement definite and controlled.

GENERAL CLASS REMINDERS

• Please bring your own mat to recovery sessions.

• Please take SWEAT TOWELS and drink bottles with you throughout the session. We have new RMC sweat towels, don't hesitate to purchase one if you struggling to find one.

• Always chat to our instructors if you want to learn more about resistance exercise and its benefits.

• All sessions are designed and developed by Hannah, if you have any feedback, please pass it on.

• If you have any new or old injuries that you are carrying, please don't hesitate to let our instructors know so we can tailor the program to you. It is so important for you to feel supported and cared for at your Run Move Connect sessions.

Spaces App to easily access our membership portal

Download the "spaces" app by wix now to book sessions, check what's coming up, read the latest news letters and shop our online store!

If you're having trouble finding the RMC portal on the app, follow this link and it should take you there - http://wix.to/c2PojDU?ref=m_cl

DON'T FORGET!

All of our Run Move Connect members receive a 12.5% DISCOUNT on all shoes from The Running Edge. The Running Edge provide a free gait analysis and expert shoe advice to make sure your walking (or running) away with the right pair of shoes for you! Just mention on purchase that you are part of Run Move Connect (show them your R.M.C. key ring) and they will be sure to look after you.