THE LIVING EDGE NEWS: April 2023

ANOTHER FANTASTIC MONTH, BOTH ON AND OFF-FIELD

Well done and thank you to all recruits for your investment and efforts both during training and in support of our social events this month.

MARCH AWARD WINNERS

Wattle Park am

Spirit of Bootcamp – Nareeta Singh, Sharon Olsen

Most improved – Steph Imlach-wood

Wattle Park pm

Spirit of Bootcamp – Kresimir Fabijanic, Darcy O’Shea, Lauren Shevlin

Encouragement – Miranda Scott

Improvement – Richard Girvan

Fawkner Park

Spirit of Bootcamp – Chris Glouris

Encouragement – Joe Lee

AMY SU SHIELD - ANNUAL AWARD

The Amy Su shield was introduced in memory of our dear friend and Original Bootcamp recruit, Amy, who we lost too soon. Amy’s values of determination, grit, consistency, respect, integrity and fun are used as the selection criteria for the award.

Special mention to the following award nominees:

Scotty Alexander, Justin Brooks, Scott Ellis , Sandy Ellul, Thierry Morin, Alan Morris, Katrina Murray, Brian Noone and Sharon Olsen…

And a massive CONGRATULATIONS to our 2023 winner, THIERRY MORIN. pictured receiving his award from Joe Lee, our 2022 recipient.

PLENTY TO CELEBRATE THIS MONTH

Well done to Angelina Tavlaridis for her participation in the Relay for Life event which raises vital money for Cancer Council, Australia. Thank you to all who donated and special mention to Justin B and Sharon O who went along to support.

Well done to all recruits who participated in the 2023 Run for Kids… this is always a fabulous event!

An enormous congratulations to Thierry Morin on his first place finish in the 42km Wonderfalls Trail event 2023… we are all inspired by both your ability and your humility!

Congratulations to Nathan Martin on his recent advancement to the instructor rank of ‘Sarge‘ – a well-deserved promotion!

Congratulations to our instructor of 15 years, Sarge Jono Cannon on his recent graduation into the Victorian Police, pictured receiving a squad legend award from the Chief Commissioner – a wonderful achievement, Jono!

Congratulations also to Boris Fernando, on reaching the 10 year milestone as a recruit and receiving his Veteran’s t-shirt.

PLENTY OF SOCIAL CELEBRATIONS ALSO...

March and April have been packed with a number of fabulous opportunities for THE LIVING EDGE community to get together and enjoy one another’s company. We have had the regular monthly drinks (thanks Justin Brooks for your organisation!), our weekly Saturday morning post-session coffees, the comedy festival and dinner, as well as a private screening of ‘Air.

We look forward to more opportunities to spend time together outside of the grey t-shirt.

KEEPING UP-TO-DATE

COMMUNICATION via What’s App Community Group

A LIVING EDGE COMMUNITY GROUP has been set up on What’s App, which will allow you to receive important updates/program changes and event news from your coaches. This group will be used for one-way communication only so you won’t be bombarded with notifications. Anyone not yet a member of The Living Edge Comunity Group is encouraged to join HERE

The OBC staying connected group will continue to be used for two-way banter between groups members and for the sharing of photos, etc after sessions. If you are interested in joining the two-way chat, in addition to the community group, please click here.

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UPDATE YOUR EXERCISE QUESTIONNAIRE DETAILS

In order for us to ensure we can cater for individual need and modify exercises according to any medical concerns or issues, it is important that your pre-exercise questionnaire remains updated at all times. Please get into the habit of checking this each month when you enrol, as well as anytime there is a change in your health status.
Please also check that emergency contact details remain up-to-date.

JOIN OUR SOCIALS

THE LIVING EDGE encompasses Original Bootcamp, personal training, small group training, corporate groups and sporting teams. Please help us expand our reach on Social media by following, sharing, liking and commenting on our posts on both Facebook and Instagram.

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: April 2023

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