THE LIVING EDGE NEWS: JUNE 2022

RECENT AWARD WINNERS

CONGRATULATIONS to all recruits on another awesome month of training and involvement in some outstanding community events.

Monthly Award Winners for May:

Wattle Park am

Spirit of Bootcamp – Allan Morris, Sharon Olsen, Jacqueline ‘Mad Jax’ Cremer

Encouragement – Steph Imlach

Improvement – Justin Brooks

Wattle Park pm

Spirit of Bootcamp – John Boyle, Reza Rezzaghi

Encouragement – Ian Girvan

Improvement – Jen Vanderhorst

Fawkner Park

Spirit of Bootcamp – Phil Anderson, Team ‘Angela and Sandy’

Encouragement – Mona Wong

Improvement – Sarah Parker, Sam Green

RAPID ASCENT TRAIL SERIES RACE 1

Congratulations to all Living Edge recruits who participated in Race 1 of the Rapid Ascent trail series, held at Yarra Bend Park on 5th June. Close to 30 recruits participated across the 3 courses, with several more coming along to lend their support. A fantastic morning was had by all! Special mention to the following placegetters:

David Glascott – 1st 15km: 60-60 category

Ian Mack – 1st 5km: 60-60 category

Katrina Murray – 2nd 11km course: 50-59 category

Watch the highlight video (thanks to Joe Lee) HERE

For those inerested in join us for upcoming events, CLICK HERE

Be sure to join ‘The Living Edge’ team when completing your enrolment!!!

10 July – Smiths Gully – 7km/14km/18km options

31 July – Anglesea – 4km/ 8km/14km/23km

4 September – Plenty Gorge – 7km/13km/18km

16 October – Silvan – 8km/15km/21km

MND FUNDRAISER - COMMUNITY EVENT

Anthony G and his son Judd are known to almost all recruits and are a much-loved part of The Living Edge community.

Devastatingly, Judd recently received news that his Mum, Belinda has been diagnosed with MND.

On Monday 13th June, more than 50 The Living Edge community participated in a workout, followed by the ice bucket challenge, to raise money for MND and to show our love and support for both Judd and Anth. Our final total raised was an impressive $3,150. Thank you to all who donated, participated, purchased beanies and supported in any capacity!!

Watch the highlight video (thanks to Joe Lee) HERE

‘The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassion of its members’ (Coretta Scott King)

INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT - JONO CANNON

Each month one of our instructors or recruits will share their thoughts/ insights by responding to a series of questions. This month Jono Cannon is in the spotlight:

Favourite exercise

Squat Press/Thruster. Because it’s a Full body, naturally powerful movement that can overload both upper and lower body.

Least favourite exercise

Everyone’s least favourite: pike squats.

Put a Billboard anywhere in the world, where would you put it and what would it say

I’d put one at every freeway entrance Lane; and it would say “Merge like a zipper”.

Workout Karaoke song

A workout AND karaoke classic; a rare combo

“Don’t stop me now” by Queen

Cheat Meal –Either a very nice 48h proper Italian style pizza; or an aussie style bastardised local pizza shop one. Either are brilliant when the time is right.

Last book read/movie you saw

Book/audio – the subtle art of not giving a f@$k

Movie – no time to die

Hero/Inspiration

Roger Federer – prime example of a man with chinks in armour and game in the early stages of his career. But made the absolute most of his talent and drive. Ultimately turning himself in to the most professional, successful, respected and charming athlete of a generation; all the while competing against not only his greatest adversaries, but fellow athletes that many consider his equal or better. A hero to some. An idol to many (not just tennis fans). And the goat for most.

Motto

“Do what you can; while you can; as well as you can.” – Coach Cannon

The Living Edge OBC

….is a great bunch of people with an exercise/coffee problem.

Advice for your 20 year old self

Don’t take life too seriously; you’ll never get out alive.

I learned that I couldn’t guarantee success by bringing a good attitude… but I could almost guarantee failure with a bad one. Coach/Sarge Jono Cannon

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Recent program change:

Note that the Friday night shred sessions are currently on hold and will recommence at the start of the AUGUST program.

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My involvement with Original Bootcamp and The Living Edge has been life changing. In 2012, I was seeking an outdoor fitness program that would challenge me and improve my fitness, but what I got from it is so much more. It's the best thing I've ever been part of! I've made lifelong friendships, it is a wonderful, supportive network, and I'd recommend it to anyone, no matter what their health and fitness goals are.

Training with The Living Edge has become an integral part of my life over the last few years. The instructors are inspirational, highly skilled and deliver a brilliant program that’s diverse, challenging, motivational and for me and, above all, so much fun! I absolutely love starting my day in the beautiful natural setting of Wattle Park. For me, it’s far more than just physical exercise, it’s had a huge positive effect on my mental and emotional well-being. I’ve made so many friends; it's a true community that encourages, supports and cares for one another. Rain, hail or shine I look forward to each session. It will always be part of my life.

Joining Original Bootcamp with the Living Edge has been the best decision I have ever made. I will admit I went into it somewhat reluctantly, expecting to be pushed well beyond my limits and told to suck it up. What I found however was the most encouraging and inclusive community of people, whose only intent is to see people succeed in whatever they set their mind to. The support, the uplift in spirit and the focus on mindset and improvement at MY pace, has not only increased my physical fitness beyond all of my expectations, it has also filtered into my family and work life, creating a balance that has made me a better father, husband and worker as well as happier more fulfilled individual. Only you can change your health and happiness. The Living Edge will give you the tools and support to put your plan into action.

Nowadays it is not easy to find a place where the sense of community is at the forefront. The Original Bootcamp, lead by Sarge Dave Murray from The Living Edge, ticks this important box. From the first day, one can feel the camaraderie, support and encouragement that uplift the spirit during the hardest part of training or the coldest day of winter. Knowing that I will share an hour with a group of people with the same mindset motivates me every morning. That is just half of the equation because Dave Murray and his team of trainers lead by example, and they are always attentive to how we perform the exercise and that we are doing it the right way.

It’s never too late! I started attending Original Bootcamp training with The Living Edge in early 2014, after a 9-year break from regular exercise. I was in my 50’s and unfit by every measure. From the first session I was welcomed and never judged. Every recruit had been through a similar journey and they only offered words of encouragement and advice. Within 6 months I was back to being fit and feeling good about myself. Dave and the other trainers at The Living Edge have created an amazing culture, inclusive of people from all walks of life and occupations. Everyone is equal no matter who you are, and the camaraderie is both infectious and humbling. 8 years of Original Bootcamp with The Living Edge has been life changing for me, it’s that simple!

I have been a long- term Bootcamp recruit with The Living Edge for over 12 years and couldn’t imagine my life without it. No two training sessions are the same, so you know your body and mind will always be challenged and never become bored. I love exercising in the early morning fresh air with a connected, like-minded community who encourage and support each other throughout the session. My Original Bootcamp training with The Living Edge sets me up for a positive day!

I started training with The Living Edge in 2014. A short break to have my daughter and then I was back to Bootcamp. This is a great outdoor program with a variety of cardio and weight training. The sessions are always varied and well researched which keeps things interesting as well as beneficial fitness wise. The trainers are superb and Sarge Dave Murray is very motivational and supportive of your goals and aspirations. He has created a culture that is more like a community where everyone helps each other out. One of his favourite sayings is ‘together, everyone achieves more’. The support, camaraderie and banter is what keeps me coming back again and again. The Living Edge is so much more than just fitness training for me. It is the medicine for my mental health. Cannot recommend it highly enough!

THE LIVING EDGE NEWS: JUNE 2022

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