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IPSWICH HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
BECOMING TURNS 1!Happy Birthday to Ipswich’s Healthy Lifestyle Magazine!
PlusBling for Babies Fitness Activities Movies in the Park� �
Businessman’sFunction
Friday 10th December 2010Commencing 4:00pmBundamba Race Track
Ipswich CIB16th Annual
Raising Money for theIpswich Hospital Foundation’s
Sunshine Circle Children’s Ward
Come along and have some fun as weaim to raise enough money to purchase
crucial medical equipment for theSunshine Children’s Ward at the Ipswich
Hospital!
Enjoy BBQ, drinks and liveentertainment from Rob Brown and
Greg “Jacko” Lyons.
For more information please phone3817 1365.
BIRTHDAYCELEBRATIONS ASBECOMING MAGAZINETURNS 1!
That’s right folks, it’s been one whole year since the
first issue of the quarterly IHF BECOMING Magazine
was launched - it’s almost too hard to believe!
So much has happened over the past year here at the
Ipswich Hospital Foundation and it seems that we
should expect nothing less for the new year ahead!
With a new website in the plans, new fitness activities
scheduled and improvements and expansions on
annual events expected, the staff at the Foundation are
gearing up for what’s ahead already.
I’d just like to take this opportunity to thank everyone
for their support of the Foundation over the past year.
By coming to our regular fitness activities, donating
regularly, supporting all our new initiatives and annual
healthy events - whatever you do and however you do
it - THANK YOU!
We’re continually moving steps closer to Becoming the
Healthiest Community in Australia and working our
way to making this a reality!
This edition of Becoming is a mix of a few quick
reflections of past events as well as what’s to come
over the next few months to take us up to Christmas.
There’s also a few easy reading articles on measuring
your BMI and Healthy Christmas Habits.
Sending you and your family Happy Season’s Greetings.
Yours in Health,
Laurelle
BECOMING MAGAZINE
PO Box 878 Ipswich QLD 4305
P: (07) 3817 2318
F: (07) 3812 7500
E: info@ihfoundation.org.au
www.ihfoundation.org.au
Bling for Babies
Fitness Activities - NEW SCHEDULE!
Park2Park 2010 Wrap Up
BMIThe second annual Bling for Babies was heldrecently at the UQ Ipswich Campus Library. Turnto page 6 to read all about the night and howmuch money was raised for the Special CareNursery at the Ipswich Hospital.
The new schedule for the IHF Fitness Activities isout! New fitness activities such as Zumba and thereturn of Aqua Aerobics join the existing activitiesto make one of the busiest schedules yet!
Done and dusted for another year, the Park2Park2010 was again a huge success with over 1300participants coming out to make their waythrough the Half Marathon, 10KM and 5KMevents. Read the official race report on page 10!
Looking at an alternative measure. TheBMI is used to gauge healthy weight range but itdoes not make allowance for those who areatypical. So if you try and do everything rightand yet you never seem to reach the elusive BMIrange try and consult the following tables to giveyourself a perspective of your risk.
Don’t let Christmas break your healthy habits!Take our handy tips to ensure you have a healthyand stress free Christmas!
2010/2011 Movies in the Park Schedule - checkit out and come along!
Healthy Christmas Habits
Movies in the Park Schedule
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MERRY CHRISTMAS
BECOMING MAGAZINEIssue 4
November - December 2010
Editor - Laurelle Franklin
Contact (07) 3817 2538
laurelle@ihfoundation.org.au
Contributors
Laurelle Franklin, Communications Co-ordinator
Ashton Cooper, Events Co-ordinator
Matt Casos, TUF Runners
Jill Meuleman, SNAP Project Officer
Published by Ipswich Hospital Foundation
ABN 40 137 504 686
All content 2010 Ipswich Hospital Foundation.
Reproduction without permission is prohibited
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www.ihfoundation.org.au
©
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Healthiest Community in Australia starts with you!
Tom Yates
Judy Andrews
Ashton Cooper
Laurelle Franklin
Jill Meuleman
Katherine Wyman
Chris Gale
Executive Officer
Executive Assistant
Events Coordinator
Communications
Coordinator
SNAP Project Officer
Special Events
Special Projects
Ipswich Hospital Foundation Staff
Aqua Aerobics
starting for the
summer period!
Charity Cent
Auction!
After the popularity of
Aqua Aerobics last year,
it’s back in the fitness
schedule! Wednesday
evenings at 5:30pm at
Healthworks Brassall.
$5.00 per session.
27 November
St Joseph’s Hall, Pine
Mountain Road.
Doors open at
6:00pm for viewing
with the auction
starting at 7:00pm.
Great Christmas
Present Ideas for a
good cause!
The Ipswich Hospital Foundation office
will be closed from Friday 17 December
until Tuesday 4th January for the festive
period.
We would like to take this opportunity to
thank everyone for their support
throughout the past year.
Wishing you and your loved ones a very
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
See you in 2011!
Bab esifor
Bab esiBl ngiBl ngi
The second annual fundraising evening ofBLING went off with a glisten onWednesday 13 October, this year at thestunning new venue - UQ Ipswich CampusLibrary. The night was a complete successwith a fabulous $4000 raised for the SpecialCare Nursery at Ipswich Hospital, a sectionof the hospital that lies dear in the hearts ofa lot of Ipswich mothers, families andfriends.
A 'thrilled' attendee of the night, LynJaenke, went home with the diamond, fromthe case in which she chose out of 100diamond cases. Mrs Jaenke said, “I reallywish to thank Brad Kearton Jewellers fortheir donation.” She also added, “I’mlooking forward having the diamond set in aring. It was a fabulous night and the SpecialCare Nursery was a very worthwhilerecipient.”
Other event goers went home with fantasticraffle prizes from local businessesMumatopia Collective, Mixed Spice,Gemutlich – Kitchenware, Gaye's HairFashions, Fed up Deli and the Metro Hotel.The fundraising evening also consisted ofsome auctions with generous donations fromIsaac & Mia, Handcrafted Pens and Acrylic
Gifts – pen and Katie Toohey of K82EDesigns. All auction winners went homevery satisfied with their purchases knowingtheir money had gone to a well deservingcause. However once again in 2010 the $10grab bags proved to be the most popularitem with a constant swarm of seriousjewellery addicts milling around the grabbag tables all night to pick up a real blingbargain!
Lyn Jaenke and her group of friends whothis year decided to join in on all the fun arealready looking forward to next year's eventand having been spreading the word on thismagical event. Mrs Jaenke “hoped this ishow the numbers in attendance wouldgrow”. Next year's date has already beenset for Wednesday 12 October at the UQIpswich Campus Library. Jewellerydonations will also be accepted all yearround!
Ipswich Hospital Foundation on behalf ofthe Special Care Nursery users and staffwould like to say thank you to all jewellerydonators who often remain anonymous, allattendees on the night and of course themajor sponsors of the evening KeartonJewellers and Heritage Building Society.
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Spring - Summer 2010/2011
New
Schedule!Fit 4 Life
Certified Instructor Sessions
The following sessions are all supervised by a
certified instructor.
Donations to the Ipswich Hospital Foundation’s
Fit4Life Program help to maintain the quality and
quantity of activities offered. Some Certified
Instructor Sessions incur a cost, whereas others have
a requested donation. Any donations made to the
Ipswich Hospital Foundation through the Fit4Life
activities go straight back into providing healthy
initiatives for the community.
Energiser is a yoga and core workout. Great cross
training effect to high impact running activities that
lengthens the body that those activities shorten with
options for most people.
With the expertise of Chris Gale, this running session
will put you through your paces. Each session costs
$5.00.
All the fun and the beneficial work out of an aerobics
session conducted in a swimming pool. The session will
leave you feeling good and refreshed. $5.00 donations
requested.
The fitness program inspired by Latin Dance is here!
Mambo, salsa, twist and dance your way to better
health! Zumba - Spanish for “move fast and have fun”!
$5.00 donations requested.
One hour outdoor exercise session for mums with
bubs. Phone Kym on 0434 545 222 for more
information or to book. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. $5.00
session cost.
MONDAY
FRIDAY
Energiser
Zumba
Stroller Boot Camp
5:30pm, Activity Centre, UQ Ipswich, Parker Ave
5:30am, Bill Paterson Oval, Limestone Park
5:30pm, Healthworks Brassall, Workshops Street
6:00am, Netball Courts, Salisbury Road
9:30am, Springfield Lake Tennis Courts, Near IGA^
WEDNESDAY
Gale Force Running Session
Aqua Aerobics
*Pet Friendly ^Pram Friendly
Informal Group Sessions
The following sessions are all informal group sessions
organised by the Ipswich Hospital Foundation. These
sessions are NOT conducted by a certified instructor and
group leaders are not always available. Each activity has
a designated meeting point and are designed as a place
to meet new people and enjoy exercise. Informal group
sessions are free, but donations can be made.
Join in a session of cross training led by an instructor who
will stretch your limits to welcome you to the new week.
With controlled weather conditions and level ground, the
Riverlink Walkin’ session is perfect for walkers of all ages
who wish to walk in a safe, flat environment.
Get ready for the biggest fun run event in Ipswich every
Tuesday night with the Park2Park Training Group. Run or
walk.
With controlled weather conditions and level ground, the
Riverlink Walkin’ session is perfect for walkers of all ages
who wish to walk in a safe, flat environment.
2km, 4km or 6km run or walk. A fun and friendly exercise
atmosphere - all ages welcome.
Approximately 8-16km run or walk from Fernvale to
Lowood and back. Self paced - go the whole distance of
only some. Call 3817 2318 to confirm.
HOT Mums (Healthy Over Time) is a group of mothers who
want to make friends, have some fun and get exercise with
their newborns to two year olds.
MONDAY
SUNDAY
Self Designed Fitness Sessions
Riverlink Walkin’
Long Distance Run
THURSDAY
6:00am, Netball Courts, Salisbury Road
7:00am, Riverlink SC (entrance next to banks)
9:00am, Bill Paterson Oval, Limestone Park
7:00am, Riverlink SC (entrance next to banks)
7:00am, Griffith Road Car Park, Limestone Park
6:00am, Fernvale Futures Complex, Fernvale
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^ 9:00am, Contact Katherine for venue - 0402 337 010
TUESDAY
Riverlink Walkin’
Park2Park Training
Park Run
Hot Mums
SATURDAY
*Pet Friendly ^Pram Friendly
Fit 4 Life
~Matt Casos
A record 1368 entrants were greeted with near
perfect running conditions for the Ipswich News
Park2Park Fun Run on July 25.
In its sixth year, this annual event showcases both
Limestone and Queens Park's over a challenging
and undulating multi lap course. Marathon legend
Steve Moneghetti headlined a strong field of
international and local athletes who competed over
the Half Marathon, 10km and 5km distances.
In the Half Marathon a strong field of runners
assembled on the start line with 2009 runner up
Oswald Revelian from Tanzania a clear favourite to
take out the event. It wasn't long into the first lap of
4 where Revelian made his move with Hintsa
Mebrahtu sitting closely in second. Both athletes
cleared out from the rest of the field with Oswald
cruising to victory in 1:10:30. Mebrahtu finished
second (1:14:10) with local athletes Andrew Reeves
(1:19:11) and father Peter Reeves (1:19:59) finishing
third and fourth respectively.
In the women's race Amy Spragg (1:24:34) held off
the former Olympic triathlete Rina Hill (1:28:08) to
claim her first major victory of her career. Spragg
was delighted with her performance over the
challenging course and is looking forward to
defending her title in 2011. Tressa Lindenburg
(1:30:29) ran strongly into third position with Clair
Durrant (1:34:22) claiming fourth place.
Steve Moneghetti returned to Ipswich after having
competed in Limestone Park in a national cross
country championship more than 20 years ago. It
was the 'Mona' of old who put on a running display
for the hundreds of locals who came out to cheer
him on. Moneghetti competed in the multi lap
10km race and stopped the clock in a brisk time of
32:17. Bior Arok finished second in 35:25 with
Satoshi Ashidi round out the top three (35:51).
In the women's race, Esk local Tamara Carvolth
(36:41) demolished the field wiping one minunte off
her course record. Carvolth, the multi world cross
country athlete, finished ahead of Angela Clarke
(43:12) with Emma Coman-Jefferies (44:38) in third
position.
The 5km Race saw over 900 entries which included
many local teams and competitors. Brisbane athlete
Daryl Crook (15:40) claimed victory with Ross
Freeman (16:11) and Grant Gwynne (16:30) filling
the top three finishers. In the women's race April
Sloan cruised to victory in a time of 18:52. Amy
Hillier (20:25) finished second with junior athlete
Hannah Jannusch (22:04) taking third.
Social participants from the day gave the Ipswich
Hospital Foundation a HUGE wrap in the post event
survey saying “Good value; Love the green theme;
Good atmosphere; Supportive volunteers;
EXTREMELY well organised event”. Events
coordinator Ashton Cooper said “I couldn't have
been happier with this years Ipswich News
Park2Park.” She also added, “To see 1368 people
out early on a Sunday morning in winter to walk or
run there way to better health was so rewarding for
me”.
The 2010 Park2Park saw the highest participant
numbers yet with numbers set to grow even more
in 2011. The event would not have been a success
without the support of local businesses, sponsors,
schools and volunteers. Congratulations to race
organisers, staff at the Ipswich Hospital Foundation
and all the participants for making the 2010 Ipswich
News Park 2 Park Fun Run an outstanding success.
See you on the 31 July 2011.www.park2park.com.au
Check out the Park2Park photos onthe following pages!
PARK2PARK2010 Wrap Up
ALL THINGS PARK 2 PARK:
RUNNERS GET IN THE SPIRIT
HALF MARATHON 2010:
OFF AND RACING!
POSING AND RUNNING:
A HALF MARATHON TEAM POSE FOR THE CAMERA
STEPPING OUT:
OSWALD AND HINTSA RUN SIDE BY SIDE
FEELING HOT:
RUNNING FOR FUN
CHEERS ALL ROUND:
BUNDAMBA SECONDARY COLLEGE
PARK2PARK
BEST DRESSED: SHREK
IN THE SPIRIT: IPSWICH STATE HIGH SCHOOL WATER STATION
DOING IT FOR THE TEAM: SERCO’S TEAM STRUTS THEIR STUFF
FEMALE WINNER IPSWICH HALF MARATHON:
AMY SPRAGG
AT THE START LINEFASTER THAN EVER:
STEVE MONEGHETTI
BMI:Winter often takes it toll on fitness and weight.
So now is the time to step up and resume work
on your health and fitness.
Waist Height Ratio
Waist Hip Ratio
We all appreciate that exercise is beneficial to ourphysical and mental health. The big aim is to eat ahealthy diet and exercise. For some this gives thema great physique and places them in the healthyweight range- now for others it is not so simple. TheBMI is used to gauge healthy weight range but itdoes not make allowance for those who areatypical. So if you try and do everything right andyet you never seem to reach the elusive BMI rangetry and consult the following tables to give yourselfa perspective of your risk.
Waist to height ratio of 0.5 or less is idealGreater than 0.5 is an indicator of abdominal fatand therefore an increased cardiovascular riskfactor. Take your waist measurement as follows:
Measuring your waistline is a simple checkFor an accurate measurement:
- Measure directly against your skin.
- Breathe out normally.
- Make sure the tape is snug
- The correct place to measure your waist is
Divide your waist measurement by your hipmeasurement (both in centimeters). Measure hipsat the broadest part .The target ranges are :
horizontally halfway between your lowest riband the top of your hip
You will need to access scales that determinesfat/muscle ratio or if you attend a gym staff mayassist you with the measurements.
So do your own measurement and reassess yourgoals for the coming months. Summer is a greattime to improve your fitness – the days are longerand it is easier to get up and about. Rememberyour sun protection and use Sun screen,appropriate clothing, avoiding the sun during 10am and 3 pm if possible and maintain hydrationby drinking enough water to replace fluid lostduring exercise.
Percentage of fat
Recording Risk
Male 0.95 or below Low
0.96 to 1.0 Medium
>1.0 High
Female 0.80 0r below Low
0.81- 0.84 Medium
>0.85 High
Women Men
Essential fat 10-12% 2-4%
Athletes 14-20% 6-13%
Fitness 21-24% 14-17%
Acceptable 25-31% 18-25%
Obese 32% or more 26% or more
Looking at analternativemeasure
Fun Family Exercise:Don't want to continue your daily gymroutine over the Christmas break?There's no need to! Why not participatein the back yard cricket game or someswimming in the pool over the holidays!You won't even feel like your exercisingand it's a feel good activity for all! Needsome time away from family tension?Why not go for a walk by yourself tohave a break, calm down and tick offyour 30 minutes of exercise!
Seasonal Fruit Snacks:Fruits such as berries, mangos andcherries are in season around Christmastime. Try substituting snacks that aren'tgood for you with these tasty sweettreats! Especially good for our Australianhot summer days and your health!
Sun Protection 4 Health:Over the festive season you will mostlikely be spending some time in thegreat outdoors. Remember though - thistime of the year the sun is at its hottestand will burn your skin within minutes.Always wear sun screen, hat and coolclothes that cover as much skin aspossible to minimize sun burn risk. It's agood idea to keep out of the sun
between 10am-2pm as between thesehours is when the sun is at its hottest.
Get organized early:There's nothing worse than finishing worka few days before Christmas - or evenworse still Christmas eve - to find you’renot ready for the big day! This will causemuch unnecessary stress for you andeveryone around you.
Start planning now, writing down presentideas for family and/or friends or evenbuying gifts when you see somethingthey will fancy. Even decide in advancehow much you are going to spend onloved ones this year. Buying presentsover time will reduce the impact on yourbank balance and it also ensures youwon't impulse buy like you would if youwere doing last minute Christmasshopping. Buy as much food as you canin advance. If your hosting Christmaslunch why not delegate other invitees tobring items such as pre-dinner snacks,dessert or cold drinks.
These Healthy Habits for the FestivePeriod are guaranteed to have youhappy, healthy and smiling!
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