Signing Off for 2012!

The DHP Blog will take a break over the Christmas and New Year period and will 'see' you all back here in 2013.

Thank you all for your comments and interest in the blog and we hope it provides you with interesting information, news and tips.

A GREAT Xmas BBQ!

Thank you to all the Members and Staff who made the DHP X-Mas BBQ Break-up a FANTASTIC event. The BBQ was full of laughter, food, friends and of course, Santa Claus and Mrs Claus (who were brilliant!) 

Xmas Trading Hours & Group Fitness Classes

Please note our opening hours over the Christmas and New Year period.

We are also pleased to offer some Group Fitness classes over the holiday break (see the above timetable).

Beginners Triathlon Training

Dolphins Health Precinct will be offering Beginners Triathlon Training starting 8th January 2013 at 6pm. The Training runs for 4 weeks, at only $29 per week. PLUS, get 1 Week FREE!

Includes 3 sessions per week with a Trainer:

• Swimming Technique Session
• Ride & Run Sessions
• Mini Triathlon with a Trainer
• + A Triathlon Program

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to complete some Triathlon Training!

Lisa's Addicted to Triathlons!

Learn to Swim Coordinator, Lisa Maclean shares her comments about competing in the Bribie Island Long Course Triathlon. Well done Lisa, a great result!

I competed in the Bribie Island Long Course Triathlon last weekend which was 1km swim 30km ride and an 8km run. After competing in a few of the short course triathlons over the last year I was up for a new challenge of the long course but was a little overwhelmed with the lack of training, the weather and all conditions were perfect so there was nothing to lose!

I completed it in 1hr 56mins and came 10th out of approx 35 competitors. My goal was to finish it in just over 2 hours so I was stoked when I found out it was under! Now I have a starting point with this distance I am determined to get faster, next one is in Feb. It’s made me motivated to train hard over the next couple of months and come up with great results... They are definitely right when they say triathlons are addictive!!!

Everyone has to start somewhere... If you are interested in triathlon training, stay tuned as we are announcing a beginners training course within the next week!

3 Pieces of Fitness Equipment That Actually Work

BOSU Trainer

Short for “both sides up,” the BOSU trainer provides two types of workouts from one piece of gear. Use either side to make upper body exercises--such as pushups, planks, or other abs movements--more difficult by adding instability and forcing your muscles to work harder. But be wary of standing on the ball for exercises--research shows that doing exercises on one leg is a better (and safer) way to build balance and stability. All together, you’ll work your body harder without adding weight.

Resistance Band

Don’t get the wrong idea when we say this, but a little bit of latex—or rubber—goes a long way. A recent study showed that using bands--also known as resistance bands or stretch cords--can be as effective at improving strength as weight machines. These stretchy training tools work to build muscle mass and power by adding resistance as you pull, lift, and stretch. Plus, they're cheap and portable enough to pack anywhere, so you'll never have an excuse for skipping out on a toning session.

Stability Ball

These gigantic playground balls have bounced their way to gyms around the world as tools for doing everything from improving your balance to whittling your waistline. An easy way to target trouble spots, exercises with a stability ball can work the muscles in your legs, core and upper body.

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DHP Staff Acknowledged for Service Awards

General Manager Tony Murphy presents
Ryan Andrews (DHP Personal Trainer) with his award

General Manager Tony Murphy presents 
Danielle O’Connor (Customer Service Team Leader) with her award

Every year Dolphins acknowledge a set of service standards “S.W.I.M” – Service Will Inspire Magic.

This year we had a total of 8 staff members that were presented these awards and 2 staff members came under Dolphins Health Precinct. Our very own Personal Trainer Ryan Andrews and Customer Service Team Leader Danielle O’Connor. Dolphins General Manager Tony Murphy presented the awards.

Congratulations to Ryan and Danielle, these awards were much deserved.