to the March edition of the 2010 Rebel Sport City to Surf for Activ newsletter. The year is well and truly underway and now is the time to get into a routine. As summer winds down set your training program and consolidate the goals you set in the new year. Get inspired and get commited. Read through this newsletter for some inspiration and some good reasons why you should get involved.

Happy Training!

Rebel Sport City to Surf for Activ


 




2010 Training Guides,
from Prime Health Group will be available soon.
Visit www.perthcitytosurf.com
for the latest information         


It’s only the beginning…..

As we roll through summer, the sun invites us to get off the lounge chair and enjoy the great outdoors. Despite this temptation, the majority of Australians remain physically inactive. Moderate regular exercise can provide proven health benefits and the prospect of a life free from much illness and incapacity.

No matter what your fitness level, age or exercise goal, start training for the City to Surf 2010 sooner rather than later – your body will thank you for it. Find out why... click here to read the full article from  Dr Phillip Meyerkort, Prime Health Group.

 

 

 
 
Participants who register for ANY RACE CATEGORY before Friday May 7th will go in the draw to win prize packs thanks to Asics, Skins, and the Rebel Sport City to Surf for Activ. Register today at www.perthcitytosurf.com



Fancy Dress, Mums & Dads,
Kids, Prams, Grandparents,
the supremely fit, and
couch potatoes all welcome!


  
The 4km is the race that truly anyone can get involved in. Some take it as an opportunity to challenge themselves with a sprint, others take a lazy stroll to the beach, for some it's a door into the event, maybe one day taking on the longer distances, and for others a way back after injury or illness. Whatever your fitness level you can get involved in the 4km Walk/Run.

In 2010 the 4km Walk/ Run is undergoing a complete overhaul. The changes will better facilitate the 10,000+ crowd and will ensure the best possible family friendly environement for all participants. The event start will be relocated to the north side of Oceanic Drive, to McLean Park in Floreat. The move will see improved event services such as: a dedicated 4km clothing drop off station, improved information and help desk facilities, more vendors so you can grab a morning coffee, more toilets, and better access to pre race activities such as warm-ups and guest appearances from local celebrities and sporting heros.

AN ADDED BONUS - All 4km participants will be on course when the marathon leaders come flying down Oceanic Drive in their final 3kms. The courses run side by side, and although a high fence physically divides the two races on the viewing position for participants will be exceptional. To see these supreme athletes in full flight up close and personal will be an impressive sight and a real inspiration for the young ones.

FREE transport including Transperth buses, trains and shuttle services will be available to all participants on race day, full details will be released later in the year. Check out the new course on the link to the left. Every participants receives a medallion and a bottle of Powerade when they cross the finish line!

See all 4km Walk/Run details here.

 

 







The Rebel Sport City to Surf for Activ proudly welcomes WESTPAC as an official partner of the 2010 event. WESTPAC will be the Category Naming Rights Sponsor of the Half Marathon and the 11km Wheelchair categories. In 2010 these categories will be known as the WESTPAC Half Marathon and the WESTPAC 11km Wheelchair.

Westpac is Australia’s first bank and organisation, and the Rebel Sport City to Surf for Activ is thrilled that WESTPAC has decided to throw its weight behind Western Australia’s most iconic sporting event. WESTPAC has played a significant role in building the nation for almost 200 years, and with the signing of this partnership in 2010, we look forward to WESTPAC’s support in building the Rebel Sport City to Surf for Activ this year and into the future.

Mark Stafford, State Manager WA said "Westpac is thrilled to become a partner of the Rebel Sport City to Surf for Activ. With the course starting outside our WA head office, we felt it was time that we stopped watching from the sidelines and donned our trainers to actively support this great event.  It provides us the opportunity to support the local community in Perth and I look forward to challenging staff and customers to join us in getting running fit and financially fit between now and race day."
 
 

  
     
Sylvia Broadbent  after her
2009 effort. In 2010 Sylvia will
be running for the MS Society.


This week we're profiling Sylvia Broadbent, a 34 year old Senior Building Surveyor from Pinjarra. Sylvia participated in her first City to Surf in 2009 taking on the 12km Walk. She enjoyed the day enormously, specifically enjoying the fact that anyone with any fitness level can participate. Sylvia doesn't consider herself a very sporty type but is already committed to taking part in 2010. This year she has an even bigger incentive than just crossing the finish line. Sylvia has made a commitment to take part of the Activ Charity Challenge and will be fundraising as part of her participation. Already one of our top fundraisers, Sylvia is running for the MS Society.

"My sister has MS. Luckily for her and us she does not have any permanent damage yet, but it's the unknown that is hard to live with". Sylvia is currently overseas and taking walks with her sister finding 'geocache' "it's a great incentive to walk" Once she's back in Australia Sylvia plans to continue her walks and is focused on crossing the finish line in August as a personal achievement, but also with her fundraising goal achieved.

To donate to Sylvia, or start your own fundraising page check out the official Rebel Sport City to Surf for Activ fundraising site here.

 
 

 

 


As a valued supporter of the Rebel Sport City to Surf for Activ, we are giving you the opportunity to help yourself to over $20,000 worth of savings at Perth restaurants, quality hotels, resorts & attractions for only $65. At the same time you will be helping Activ to raise funds! Activ receives $13 for every book sold, which means you're supporting people with disabilities.


To download an order form, click here. Complete the form and return to: Activ 41 Bishop Street, JOLIMONT  WA 6014


Activ has supported participants in the annual City to Surf event since 1975. This year you can support activ, create an individual fundraising page here and get sponsored for your efforts on Sunday August 29th.