Happy FriYAY Team!

"The real purpose of running isn't to win a race, it's to test the limits of the human heart"

Bill Bowerman

So often we all get complacent, happy in our own little bubble and at ease within our comfort zone. And there is nothing wrong with that...to a certain degree! However, if we aren't pushing ourselves out of our controlled environments, if we don't try new experiences, then how do we continue to grow?

I am 100% sure for those of us who headed down to Griffith Uni last weekend to watch the Butter Run, really didn't have an idea of what to expect, other than watch a bunch of crazy people running around and around and around the track.....for 6-12-24 hours. I honestly can say, it was far more than that! 

All of the runners participating last weekend, regardless of the distance, where all well & truly outside their personal comfort zones lap after lap, hour after hour. 

The nutritional planning to cover the duration of these events, the appropriate clothing required to get through the temperatures and elements, the mental strength to ignore the incorrect distances showing on Garmin's were just a few of the challenges faced.

To me, watching the roller coaster of highs & lows both mentally & physically, the positive laps, the laps were they wanted to quit, the small talk during their aid station stops and the determination to keep the legs going lap after lap will forever be etched in my mind that the human body can go far beyond what we think is possible. 

To Tim & Jezz in the 6hr....you guys were both so impressive in your race execution. Jezz finishing in 1st place with Tim in 4th. A bow to you both.

Then Erin. Our Ultra Queen Erin. The roller coaster of highs and lows, the grit, the determination, the struggles and the mindset through the pain will be something imprinted in my mind, and has certainly proved to me that where there is a goal worth fighting for, then let the fight begin. 

Tim, Jezz & Erin. Thankyou. Thankyou for showing us the true limits of the human heart. 

Find your Fire,

Alli

Sunday is Round 3 of the Flirt with Dirt Series, with the venue out at Raw Challenge Numinbah. A few distances on offer for this event, all with some quality elevations, so if your looking to get some hills in the legs, this is your event! Multisport Gold will be represneted by Jase & Jac Read again, so get out there and have some fun bush bashing! 

Over the years, it has become bit of a tradition for the Group to come together for dinner on Sunday evening after we have completed our runs from GCM. This year, we are changing the venue, however there will still be beers & cheers, pizza & pasta for us all to enjoy....so even if yourn ot racing, mark this one as a must to come along to! There has been an Event set up on our Facebook Page for the 7th July at Vapiano Coomera Westfield at 5.30pm

Get your entries in for Bris to GC ride....our team name is MSGold Crew. Don't forget to book your train faire

Have a think about adding some of these events to your calendar  : Flirt with Dirt, Wellcamp Duathlon, Dream World Fun Run just to name a few!!! 

SATURDAY 29th June 2024  - Varsity Lakes

Multisport Gold parkrun on Tour will see un venture to Varsity Lakes. This course is predominately flat, which means there will be some fast running, a perfect final hit out for those racing GCM the following weekend.  Running around the beautiful Lake Orr as the backdrop always makes for a really picturesque run. 

Of course, there will be coffee & breakfast once again, location is TBA. Looking forward to seeing our Multisport Gold bling back out in force once again! 

MultisportGOLD is all about community and encouraging members to push (safely) individual limits and become stronger athletes.

With the new 2023-2024 Triathlon season kicking off on 1st July 2023, NOW is the time to start logging in your race results. Every parkrun, every race is worth valuable points, so be in it to win and lets see how is going to be our new Club Male & Female Champions!

We have modified the points system, and make sure you know the rules, we are making the Club Championship to fully acknowledge the commitment and effort required by all MultisportGOLD athletes in getting to the start line and completing any one of the event categories. So it doesn't matter if your a triathlete, or a runner, this series is inclusive for us all!

It is super easy to log your points. Just head to the website here. Simply fill in the tabs and you're on your way! 

Sunday Cruiser Rides are rolling out from Ox Lake at the new start time of 6.00am over the Winter Months. The group will be breaking into 2+ groups, with our rides being flat this week. Coffee being back at the Lake.

Coach Alli will be at the start of this ride to send you all off, however she will be taking a ride on Sunday with a few Juniors and YOU32 QAS Lead Dan Mc. 

Over the winter months, please ensure you have bright lights front & back and you are dressed appropriately for the conditions!

Swim Squad is on Tuesday & Thursday at Coomera Anglican Aquatic Centre. Please arrive by 5.20am to go through the session and be in the water by 5.30am

Tuesday Track is at Griffith Uni. We will be starting warm ups at 5.30pm with a 6.00pm for the main set. 

FriYAY Koffee Kms is rolling out from Cafe 2 at 5.15am, swinging by MnL Roundabout at 5.20am, then toot tooting past Ox Lake at 5.30am, so be ready to jump on....the train will not wait!! Coffee is at Driftwood Cafe at Paradise Point.

Casual fees are to be paid in advance OR at the training session. A casual visit is $10 with swim squad $15.