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Members meet the new owners

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 05:56:00 GMT

On the 26th February the new owners of 40 Plus Health Clubs Queanbeyan held a meet and greet over celery...

and a little bit of cake! For the members this was an opportunity to gain some insight and assurances regarding the intentions of the new owners in relation to the club and for the new owners to meet some of the wonderful members and establish an understanding of what they love about the club and the areas that they feel could use some thought in the future! Thanks to all those members who attended and provided their invaluable feedback!

We are looking forward to holding more member functions throughout 2011!

January eNewsletter OUT NOW!

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 05:39:00 GMT

Click here to stay up to date with the latest 40 Plus Health Club Queanbeyan eNews...

WE'RE OPEN!

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 11:01:00 GMT

We all had a great night on Friday at the Xmas Party! Great people, great food (& plenty of it) & great times. Thank you to everyone that attended & the fabulous team at the Mill Cafe for their hospitality. See you all 6am Monday morning as WE WILL BE OPEN!
In the meantime, check out our photos on FACEBOOK!

Xmas Party Update!

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 00:43:00 GMT

The xmas party is ON! See you from 6pm at the Mill. The club should also reopen on Monday at 6am. Stay tuned...

Queanbeyan Flood

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 09:56:00 GMT

40 Plus Health Club Queanbeyan is wet but not drowning thanks to the efforts of the team. We will assess the situation further tomorrrow morning & pass on our plans. At this stage the xmas party is still on at the Mill Cafe but we will speak with them again tomorrow. Stay tuned...
In the meantime click here to join our facebook page & see some photos from today...

December eNews OUT NOW!

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 11:59:00 GMT

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November eNewsletter

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 22:42:00 GMT

40 Plus Health Club has plenty of exciting things going on in November. Click here to find out more with our November eNewsletter!

October Newsletter is OUT NOW...

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 12:52:00 GMT

Keep up to date with the 40 Plus Health Clubs Queanbeyan October eNewsletter
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Public Holiday Monday 4th October

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 08:31:00 GMT

We would like to remind everyone that Monday 4th October is a Public Holiday and the club will be closed.

Let's hope it's a beautiful day & we will see you down the coast!!

August eNewsletter!

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 23:13:00 GMT

Welcome to your August eNewsletter! Thank you to the wonderful members that came to the Christmas in July dinner at the end of last month, it was certainly fun to catch up with you all again. The feedback was really positive from the night, so we will definitely be organising more get togethers in the near future. 2/3 of Winter is now behind us and the warmer weather approaching, so are you ready to Spring into Fitness?

We're Nominated In The Australian Fitness Industry Awards!
Congratulations to the team and all members of the club as we have been nominated in the very prestigious Fitness Australia Awards. Not bad for a little 40 Plus Queanbeyan health club is it!

We are nominated in the most competitive category 'Fitness Business < 2000 Members Award' but I am sure we will give it a shake. It means that we are compared to every medium sized health club, small fitness studio and personal training business in Australia but with the dedication and commitment everyone has shown in the past year, we are definitely a chance.

The National Award winners will be announced at the Australian Health & Fitness Industry Awards Gala Dinner on Friday 22nd October 2010 in Melbourne. We will keep you up to date on our progress...

Nutrition Seminar!
Local food guru Eucale Stanes will be joining us to provide an informative and interactive seminar on nutrition later this month. Eucale is both an Accredited Practicing Dietitian and an Accredited Nutritionist. She will be discussing all things nutritional but with a particular focus on snack food options and how to accurately read food labels.

Where: 40 Plus Heath Club Queanbeyan
When: Monday 30th August, 6pm - 7pm
Who: All members and their invited guests
Cost: FREE

Call 6297 7399, email qbyn@40plushealthclubs.com.au or book on your next visit to secure your place.

August Natural Medicine Sale!
Which would you prefer? 1.23kg of Snapper everyday, 1.1kg of canned Tuna everyday, 9 standard 1000mg fish oil capsules everyday or one teaspoon of Ethical Nutrients High Strength Liquid Fish oil everyday. Research from Arthritis Australia suggests that this is the therapeutic dose required to reduce joint inflammation, so make the convenient and smart choice.

Taking the tropical punch flavoured supplement will also support a healthy cardiovascular system, support central nervous system activity, support healthy cognitive function, help to support and manage a healthy mood, and help to maintain healthy triglyceride and cholesterol levels.

We are currently offering a discount of 20% OFF each bottle of Ethical Nutrients 'High Strength Liquid Fish Oil' during the month of August. Buy two bottles and recieve 25% OFF both bottles.

Super Star Results for Max!
Max is our August Super Star! He has also gone from waking up 8-10 times a night and sleeping in the other room due to his loud and constant snoring - to enjoying a comfortable 6-8 hours of relaxing and quiet sleep a night. He has changed his diet to predominantly salads and fresh fruit, steak (once a week), lasagne, plenty of water and cut out sugar at every opportunity.

He is a true inspiration to us all and just proves what a bit of commitment can do. Max works out and makes healthy choices on a daily basis now. Say hi to him when you see him in the club. Well done Max!

Check out the stats:
• Joined 40 Plus Health Club on the 27/02/2010
• Age: 69
• Height: 184cm
• Starting Weight: 123.4kg
• Current Weight: 98.7kg
• Weight lost: 24.7kg
• Starting fat%: 44.9
• Current fat %: 16.6
• Staring Fat Mass:55.4kg
• Current Fat Mass: 16.4kg
• Starting Total Body Water: 49.8kg
• Current Total Body Water: 60.2kg

Max says “The help, encouragement and motivational advice I have received from all members of the team has been invaluable in assisting me achieve my goals”. Thanks Max but we can only lead the horse to water my friend. You are the one that has done all the hard work. Congratulations!

If you know of another Super Star in the club or you are one yourself, please tell us on your next visit or by emailing duncan@40plushealthclubs.com.au

Some Exciting News For Diane!
Diane started the club with us 3 years ago and managed the club herself for over twelve months before Brendon took over last year. Since late 2009 she has been working in a part time capacity with us and part time with the Heart Foundation. Her evolution in the club is now complete with a move into a more strategic role focusing on staff training, member seminars and specialised programs.

This means that she will no longer be doing her personal training shift with next Tuesday 10th August being her last shift and her last Pilates class on Friday 13th August. She will spend the next week or so updating the team on her clients, to ensure a smooth transition and Damien (Exercise Physiologist) from Vibe next door will be taking over the Pilates classes as of 20th August.

Diane has done a great job for everyone involved in the club and will continue to provide discounted HeartMoves classes, as well as ensure that her positive fingerprint stays on the club with her new strategic role. Wish her well when you see her next.

Good Luck In The City2Surf!
Linda Staples and David Atkinson are another two inspirational members of the club that are heading to Sydney for the City2Surf run on Sunday 8th of August. It seems that their weekly personal training sessions are paying off and both are in good form for the event. They participated in the Mothers Day Classic back in May with Linda running the 10km in just over an hour. We wish them well and hope to have a large group from the club joining them next year. Jono says he is training some potential in the Tuesday night classes every week...

Register Now for the 12 Week Winter Weight Loss Challenge!

Sat, 22 May 2010 10:57:00 GMT

Watch out, here come the Winter wobbles!

Every year most of us head into hibernation during the colder months and initiate the growth of our waistlines. It’s not only a very unhealthy practice but it leaves us feeling and looking less than ideal.

When Winter hits, 40 Plus Health Clubs usually gets inundated with requests for Winter Weight Loss Tips but this year they have decided to go one better and create an easy to complete 12 week Winter Weight Loss Challenge.

Instead of waiting until the ‘clothing layer removal fear’ of Spring hits us, we can all be a bit more proactive about our health and when Spring is sprung, whip off our jackets with pride!

“Everything we do is to improve the health of the 40 Plus population and this low cost, safe and easy program will certainly help to do that.” Brendon Ward, 40 Plus Health Clubs Manager said.

Based on the Australian Governments ‘How do you measure up?’ program, 40 Plus Health Clubs will start their 12 Week Winter Weight Loss Challenge on Tuesday 1^st June.

We all know that health is your greatest wealth and that exercise may be optional for the under 40’s but it is essential for everyone 40 Plus. For only $22 p/week, you will receive health checks, a personalized program and access to all equipment, group personal training sessions, weekly tips, motivation, education and results!

Simply call them on 6297 7399 or drop into the club at 80 Morisset St, Queanbeyan to register your interest. There are only 40 places left for the challenge so book early!

Mothers Day Classic 2010

Sat, 22 May 2010 10:10:00 GMT

Congratulations to everyone that participated in the Mothers Day Classic this year. A beautiful day and a beautiful bunch of people, supporting a very worthwhile cause...

There are more photos on our facebook page too...

JOIN US FOR OPEN WEEK 2010!

Sat, 22 May 2010 10:11:00 GMT

Big discounts, plenty of events, FREE entry & your chance to WIN a fantastic weekend getaway to Berry!

Everything we do is to improve the health of the 40 plus population. The way we improve that health is to provide achievable exercise, nutritional advice, social connections and professional support, in a safe & comfortable environment. We also just happen to run a fantastic health club. Come on in and get involved in OPEN WEEK 2010!

FREE ENTRY to member's guests between Mon 17th - Sat 22nd May.

Lift your head high, puff out your chest and invite everyone you know to come and have a free workout with you, in your club. Studies prove that the support of a friend can supercharge your health and fitness results by as much as 30%. It's also more fun!

UNLIMITED $20 GIFT CARDS WILL BE GIVEN TO ALL MEMBERS!

Simply become an ambassador of 40 Plus Health Club Queanbeyan and if anyone joins* via your recommendation before Sat 22nd May, you will receive a FREE $20 GIFT CARD immediately.

YOUR GUEST WILL BENEFIT TOO!

When your guest joins* they will pay NO JOINING FEE (save $199) and NOTHING UNTIL 1st JUNE. The sooner they join, the more they save.

ALL MEMBERS GET THEIR CHANCE TO WIN!

Whether you are one of our foundation members or you have just recently joined the club, simply visit us, scan your membership tag during OPEN WEEK 2010 and you will go into the draw to win a WEEKEND BERRY GETAWAY to the value of $450!

* valid for any 12 month membership

Welcome back Barry & the crew!

Sat, 22 May 2010 10:07:00 GMT

Barry and his group are back from their Nepal adventure and all agreed it was not only a great trip, but a real eye-opener as to how well off we are here in Australia. Many of the group are keen to go back again.

The group trekked in the foothills of the highest mountains in the world and took time to enjoy some Tai Chi when the mood took them. Even the guide and Sherpas joined in and appeared to thoroughly enjoy themselves. Twenty two Nepalese were employed to look after the group for the trek and they did a magnificent job.

On completion of the trek, the group travelled to the Chitwan National Park and the close guidance of very knowledgeable guides, undertook elephant rides, bird watching and 4WD excursions. The highlight of the elephant safari was the close encounter with the endangered one-horned black rhino and Gaur or Indian Bison. There is estimated to be less than 1,000 Gaur worldwide and less than 3,000 Indian Rhinoceros. A number of other species of wildlife were also sighted while perched high on the elephant back.

And then there was the shopping. The group did their bit for the local economy and came back with an assortment of paraphernalia. Keep your eye out around town and you might see some interesting and colourful clothing.

There will be a slide evening soon and there is already discussion about another trip next year so stay tuned.

Posture & Flexibility Seminar Tonight!

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:24:00 GMT

40 Plus Health Clubs Personal Training Manager Brendon Ward will be conducting a FREE 'Posture & Flexibility' information seminar on Thursday 22nd April at 6pm in the club.

Enhance your performance, decrease your risk of injury, avoid back pain, reduce muscle soreness, gain flexibility, improve your posture and increase blood flow throughout your body.

Flexibility is a core component to living a healthy life and getting the most out of it. Learn the tested & proven techniques of optimal posture & flexibility.

Places are limited so don't miss out, book now at reception or call 6297 7399.