2nd Forever Strong fun run - a great success!
By Meeghan, 4 December, 2009
Congratulations to the 30 plus participants who swapped a Sunday morning sleep in for an energising walk/ run around the Tan.
It was a beautiful morning on Sunday November 15 and a welcome relief from the heatwave earlier in the week.
We had the young, the young at heart, partners and friends; some who walked one lap and participated in their first ever 'fun run', others who ran one lap and a couple of serious joggers who went round twice!
The beauty of this event lies in its simplicity, with no huge crowds and no hard and fast rules. Some of you have continued to visit the Tan and have commented on how easy it is to travel to and how enjoyable the 3.8km track is.
The third Forever Strong Fun Run/ Walk will be on again next year and if you haven't already participated in one, do yourself a favour and join us in 2010.
Forever Strong Fun Run/ Walk
By Meeghan, 8 November, 2009
The 2nd Forever Strong Fun Run is only one week away and here's all the information you need to ready yourself for the big event.
When: Sunday November 15
Where: Meet at the Forever Strong studio at 8am sharp or if you prefer to make your own way to the Tan see the registration details below.
Details: We will meet at the studio at 8am and car pool where possible. We will then make our way to the Tan and find parking as close as possible to Domain Road, South Yarra.
Registration point: Please meet the group and register from 8.30am on the grass opposite from Cafe Domain, 171 Domain Rd and near to the public toilets.
Start time: The official start time of the fun run/ walk will be 8.45am.
Please wear: Something bright green! A green t shirt would be best to distinguish you from the crowd. And wear sunscreen and a hat if it's going to be a warm day.
Please bring: A beach towel for stretching and to sit on and enjoy a take away breakfast from one of the many cafes on Domain Rd following the fun run/ walk.
Don't forget: To drink plenty of water and eat well in the days leading up to the event so body is well hydrated and ready for optimum performance and enjoyment!
2nd annual Forever Strong Fun Run
By Meeghan, 5 October, 2009
Some people say the words fun and run should never be used in the same sentence but I beg to disagree. The key to achieving a FUN run hinges on the planning you do prior to the event and the way you prepare yourself physically and mentally.
The Forever Strong Fun Run is set for Sunday November 15th at the Tan, so you have six weeks to ready, set, go! The Tan which encircles the Royal Botanic Gardens and Kings Domain, originally served as a horse track for Melbourne's well to do but today it is one of Melbourne's most frequented locations for walkers and joggers.
The first step in your planning is to decide which event you would like to participate in and there's plenty to choose from; a 3.83km walk, a 3.83km run and a 7.66km run.
If you're keen to join in let your trainer know so we can assist you in setting some achievable but challenging goals and support you in your quest.
Planning ideas might also include purchasing a decent pair of joggers and recruiting a mate to join you on the Fun Run, someone you can train with on a weekly basis.
Everyone is welcome and there will be more details to follow but for now jot this date in your diary.
