HypoActive

Hi all,

It's been a fabulous year for HypoActive with lots of opportunities to get out there, get active and get involved.  Bear with me while I indulge in a recap of 2009:

MS Megaswim Feb 2009 - "A stellar effort was put in by all with the team achieving the furthest distance swam by a HypoActive team to date - a massive 61.4kms!"

Woody's Murray to Moyne April 2009 - Check out the ride report as well as the personal stories of those who took up the challenge for their first time: http://www.hypoactive.org/content/murray-moyne-2009

Run 4 the Kids April 2009 - Check out the run report and the photos of the day on our website: http://www.hypoactive.org/content/run-kids-2009

Walk for the Cure October 2009 - Once again dressed in this year's latest fashion item - the 09/10 HypoActive Insulin Injected Engine t-shirts (check out the photo's on the webpage to see just how good these look - particularly when accessorised with a giant green jelly baby!) the HypoActive team participated in the JDRF walk for the cure. hypoactive.org/image-galleries/jdrf-walk-cure-diabetes-2009

Several other notable events included the epic efforts of other Hypoactive members participating in such events at Round the Bay in a Day, the Melbourne Marathon and several members going to South America to attempt to break the world record for cycling at high altitude - and doing it with a team of people with type one diabetes!

Ojos del Salado: Extreme Altitude Cycling Challenge

The team included two long-term type 1 diabetics: Carolyn Maxwell, who drove the support vehicle; and Gavin Wright; as well as Devo, the hypo-alert dog. Gavin led the cyclists all the way from the beach to 5,400m above sea level – higher than Everest base camp.  Read more and see the awesome pics here: www.hypoactive.org/content/ojos-del-salado-extreme-altitude-cycling-challenge-2009-report

Not to mention the fantastic effort and results from Team Type 1 over the year.

SIGN UP FOR 2010

 
Are you interested in the challenge of one of our events and perhaps spending some quality time with people living with type one diabetes?
We are calling out for team members for the following events.  If you are interested in participating in any of these we need to hear from you as soon as possible!
 
MS MegaSwim - Feb 26-27 in North Fitzroy (you do not have to stay the entire period - just your swim schedule)
http://www.hypoactive.org/content/2010-ms-megaswim
 
Run for the Kids - March 14 in Melbourne - come join us as we ramp up our presence and make our Insulin Injected Engines proud!
http://www.hypoactive.org/content/2010-run-kids
 
Murray to Moyne cycle relay - March 27-28 across western Victoria - cycling through the night and sleeping in sheds has never been so much fun!
http://www.hypoactive.org/content/2010-murray-moyne
 
Any questions regarding any of our events please email Monique (monique@hypoactive.org) or Laura (laura@hypoactive.org)
 
 

CYCLING KIT

 
Have you ridden with us in the past, or are planning to ride with us in 2010?  Or do you ride and just want some new cycling kit?
HypoActive is planning to expand the team uniform we have offered in the past, and is giving you the opportunity to order some kit for yourself at cost price.  Our 2010 kit will be similar in style to the 2009 Murray to Moyne kit.  Styles, pricing and sizes are available here:
http://champ-sys.com.au/media/file/2010%20Price%20List(1).pdf
If interested, please get in touch with Monique (monique@hypoactive.org).

ENTRIES NOW OPEN FOR THE 2010 MS MEGASWIM!

 
The HypoActive Stingrays (our elite team of swimmers... okay fine, the diabetics we can find who are less likely to drown) are now being signed up for the MS MegaSwim!
 
The MegaSwim is a 24 hour swim relay where teams of up to 15 swimmers vie to complete the most laps and raise money for the MS society Go for Gold Scholarships. Each relay leg needs to complete at least 200m, but you can stop for a rest every 50m if you need to!
 
If you would like to join the team, have questions before you commit or want someone to smash out some laps with please contact the Team Captain, Laura - laura@hypoactive.org
 
There is also a Beginners Guide to the MegaSwim available on the HypoActive website.
 

Happy splashing - Go Stingrays!

FEBRUARY 12,13, 14 2010 - WEEKEND RETREAT FOR TYPE ONES: ALL ABOUT EXERCISE

 
After months of planning, HypoActive and Diabetes Australia - Victoria can proudly announce the launch of AcT1vate, a weekend dedicated entirely to helping you get the most out of exercise while managing type one diabetes. 

AcT1vate will be held from February 12 to the 14th, 2010 in Parkville near Melbourne University. 

This month's profiled speaker

Tony Benson
Level 5 Track and Field coach 
Level 3 Triathlon Coach 
National Track and Field Consultant (AFTCA)
Director of Endurance Performance Systems

A 1972 Olympian and once the fifth ranked 5000m runner in the world, Tony was undefeated on tours of the USA and Europe between 1970 and 1972, is the last Australian distance runner to win at the prestigious Cologne, Stockholm and Oslo meets. In addition Tony is a sub "4" minute miler, a former Australian 2000m record holder and the 1969 Pacific Conference 1500m Gold Medalist.

Tony Benson has been the Head Coach of Olympic, Commonwealth, World Championship and Asian Games teams, lectured in Africa, Asia and the Pacific on behalf of the International Olympic Committee and International Association of Athletic Federation and put his theories into practice by producing Olympic athletes and World Championship level athletes, triathletes and duathletes.

In 1993, at the insistance of close friend Irv Ray, Tony and Irv produced a best selling coaching book called "Run With The Best".

Tony will bring to AcT1vate his approach on getting the most out of your time dedicated to exercise, and will provide you with tools and tips that you will be able to apply to your own training regime, no matter what level of fitness or exercise goal.

Next months profiled speaker will be Mike Morgan Director of First Track Adventures

Check out more information and register your interest here:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=oInSC9IgIrPIBxDBsxrSIQ_3d_3d

For more upcoming events please check out our Event Calendar here: hypoactive.org/events

Looking for last minute Christmas present ideas?

Purchase a diabetic tribute calendar which profiles HypoActive.  Help raise vital funds for the 140,000 Australian’s currently living with type 1 diabetes. Based on current calculations 65% of profits from calendar sales will be donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Purchase one here http://www.diabetictributecalendar.com.au/default.aspx

or

Make a donation towards Sarah Fisher who is riding the JDRF Ride for the Cure in January see her inspiring story here hypoactive.org/content/2010-ride-cure-supporting-sarah-fisher

From HypoActive we wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a happy, safe and ACTIVE New Year!