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Active Life Fitness Everton Hills

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3353 2222

Address: 8-28 Chinook St 4053 Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.activelifefitness.com.au/evertonhills/

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25.01.2022 PT Tyler has come on more recently in a bigger capacity and heres what she has to say about Personal Training: I love Personal Training; I see it not only as fitness sessions, but as a time to collaborate with others about how to best begin on their wellness journey! I believe that we all have the capacity to meet our goals and create positive intentions towards those goals by looking at our habits - habits we should keep up and those we might be able to drop or change. M...y sessions focus on mobility where we check in on any injuries and restrictions and then utilise therapeutic techniques and activation exercises to prepare the body for weights. We will focus on weights specific to goals and also to keep us strong as we continue to age! Our weights then support our body to do all of the favorite cardiovascular challenges that majority of us love (jokes)! Everything is linked together and I enjoy jumping on board with individuals to support them through this new or continuing step forward for their health." See more

24.01.2022 OPEN DAY SGT SUCCESS! Thank you for all of those that came to join Jess & Sam today for some Small Group Torture

24.01.2022 Healthy Simple Carrot Cake Recipe Cake Ingredients: 3 eggs 120g vanilla Greek yogurt... 60ml almond milk 150g carrot, finely grated 200g buckwheat flour 150g @natvialiving sweetener 1.5 tsp baking powder 1 heaped tsp cinnamon Icing ingredients: 100g light cream cheese 150g vanilla Greek yogurt 40g-60g natvia sweetener depending on taste (blended into a fine powder) Directions: 1 Preheat oven to 180C 2 Mix all cake Ingredients in a bowl until smooth 3 Line a loaf tin with baking paper and spread batter in tin until evenly distributed 4 Bake for 50-60 min 5 Allow to cool completely before icing 6 To make icing, mix all icing ingredients together until smooth (slowly add sugar to taste) Source: SarahFitFoodie

23.01.2022 Keep moving with your favourite faces on our Lockdown Long Weekend! Access our previously livestreamed classes here: https://bit.ly/3q295Jg

23.01.2022 We’re open as normal today! 5:30am-8:30pm

23.01.2022 We're growing and changing with our members! We are so excited to announce some renovations commencing mid November (subject to confirmation). The improvements include: Making the main gym floor accessible 24/7... Increasing the available space on the gym floor by 140m2 Increased small group training and functional training facilities. Relocating the spin/rpm studio to a larger studio New front entrance New floor covering on the gym floor Creating an additional 30-40 car parks The gym will remain operational during this time however there may be some changes to your normal flow! Come and have a chat to us at reception to find out more!

22.01.2022 Protein Salted Caramel Slice Ingredients: Base: - 20g coconut flour... - 20g oat flour - 30g vanilla pea protein powder - 30g honey (or a vegan sticky sweetener of choice e.g. agave) - 30g nut butter - 30ml unsweetened almond milk - 1 tsp cinnamon Caramel Centre: - 50ml almond milk - 30g honey (or sticky sweetener of choice) - 50g nut butter - 10g salted caramel whey protein (don’t have this flavour? Use a vanilla flavour and a dash of natural granulated sweetener instead!) - Pinch of salt Chocolate Topping: - 30g dark chocolate, melted until smooth - 20g chocolate pea protein powder - 10ml coconut oil - 60ml almond milk - Pinch of salt Method: 1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees celscius, fan-forced. 2. For the base: In a mixing bowl, combine coconut and oat flour, vanilla pea protein and cinnamon, and stir to combine. Add in the almond milk, nut butter, honey and continue stirring till you form a ‘dough’ 3. Mould the dough with your hands, and press it into the base of a small lined loaf/brownie tray. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes, or until golden. 4. For the caramel centre: mix ingredients together in a small bowl until combined. Heat in intervals of 1 minute (I just used a microwave, but a saucepan would work too!), stirring each interval, and continuing to do so until it becomes caramelised. 5. Spread evenly across your dough until covered. 6. For the chocolate topping: mix together your melted dark chocolate, coconut oil, almond milk and protein powder until combined. Pour over the caramel layer until completely covered, and set the tray in the freezer/fridge to set for at least 5 hours. 7. Once set (try and be patient and make sure it’s set completely!), slice into 12 even pieces and enjoy. Source: Better Being Steph

21.01.2022 Looking for a functional style upper body workout? Try this! 1000m Row 20 Push Ups 750m Row ... 30 Push Ups 500m Row 40 Push Ups 250m Row 50 Push Ups Record your time and let us know how you go!

21.01.2022 The body benefits from movement; the mind benefits from stillness

20.01.2022 Looking forward to welcoming you all back to the club from 6:00pm tonight!! 24hr area will remain open from 6pm this evening.

19.01.2022 Growth comes from setting your goals high and reaching for the stars

19.01.2022 Sauna is for your mind. It helps calm down societyand you enter a meditative place. The sauna is just as beneficial for your mental wellbeing as it is for your physical health. It provides a quiet place or an escape for people to unwind from the stresses of work and family life (#downtime). There is something about sitting in stillness that can remind people to stop, breathe and unwind. Regular use of 2-3 sauna sessions a week can help decrease depression and anxiety symp...toms. The heat also reduces tension aches and pains that manifest from stress. After all, who doesnt appreciate a calmer mind and a better nights sleep? Again, there is no right or wrong time to use the sauna if you are just seeking some Zen. However, a session in the evening can help you unwind from the day, relieve tense muscles and prepare your body and mind for a good nights rest.

19.01.2022 Life has its ups and downs. Keep on swinging.

19.01.2022 More stretching; less stressing

19.01.2022 As with all things, we sometimes require flexibility and the ability to go with the flow! Our planned POWER OUTAGE has been rescheduled to this Friday 6th Nov 12-2pm! We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience. The Good news?? Book your spot in Thursday Matwork Pilates at 1.15pm or a spot for the sauna online NOW!

19.01.2022 Looking for a short and sharp cardio workout? Give this a go! 12 x 100m sprints (1 min rest between each effort) Nothing wakes you up better than some all-out 100 metres. You may take anywhere from 15-30 seconds on these, so treat each one as a sprint.

18.01.2022 In accordance with the Government Mandated Lockdown of Greater Brisbane we will be closed from 6pm Friday 8th January. Please note this includes our 24hr Facility. We will remain open until 6pm today. We will reopen at 5:30am Tuesday 12th January. At this stage membership will remain active but we will monitor announcements going forward and keep you informed as more information comes to hand!... We are hoping QLD can get this under control quickly so we can be back to business as normal ASAP! As always, we thank you for your ongoing support and are so proud of and grateful for our Active Life Community! Stay safe and well, The Active Life Team

18.01.2022 Pizza Scrolls Ingredients for the dough: 200g self-raising flour or GF flour of choice 170g Plain Greek yoghurt... 1 tsp vinegar Pizza Toppings (suggestions only): 50g tomato paste 40g grated cheese 100g mixed veggies 1 cup spinach and basil leaves, roughly chopped. 2tsp mixed herbs Method: 1. Preheat oven to 180C fan forced. 2. To a large mixing bowl, add all ingredients for the pizza base, and stir well to combine. 3. Using your hands, begin to mould the batter into a dough. 4. Roll dough flat with a rolling pin until its roughly 1cm thick. 5. Top dough evenly with pizza sauce, before sprinkling with cheese and any other additional fillings. 6. Pinch the edge of the dough closest to you and begin rolling into a log. 7. Cut the log into 8 mini scrolls and place on a lined baking tray to bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges of the scroll are crispy/golden brown. 8. Serve immediately, or allow to cool before storing in an airtight container in the fridge. VARIATIONS: - Vegemite & Cheese scrolls - Cinnamon & Raisin Scrolls - Raspberry Jam Scrolls - Apple Custard Scrolls Recipe: Better Being Steph

18.01.2022 SEPTEMBER Timetable Happy Spring everyone Class timetable below. Why not try something new with the start of a new season?! ... Got questions? Come and see one of our friendly team. Don’t forget your first ‘Small Group Training’ class is FREE - see us at Reception to book! Let us know your feedback

18.01.2022 OPEN DAY PRIZE WINNERS Native Beauty And Wellness Pack - Breanah Baldwin Monsta Supps Pack - Harrison Medley FITAID & Health Lab Pack - Matthew Weatherby... SGT Triple Pack - Candice Ryan PT Triple Pack - Jodi Trimble 2 x Funkateers Pizzeria & Craft Beer Vouchers - Roz Wickham & Matthew Johns $30 Native Beauty and Wellness Voucher - Beth Price See more

17.01.2022 A friendly reminder that we are closed tomorrow all day! The 24 hour area is still available for our keen beans! See you on Saturday

17.01.2022 October Timetable Wow where has this year gone October already!! There’s some NEW additions to our timetable this month ... MONDAY SGT STRENGTH 9.15am with Samuel MONDAY BOX CIRCUIT 4.30pm with Samuel (from 11th October) If you are looking to trial Small Group Training your first session is FREE! This month we have some fantastic deals on Personal Training, come and chat to us for more info! AQUA will return later in the month. Watch this space! Please come and see us with any feedback or requests! Your Active Life Team

17.01.2022 Smokey Roasted Chickpeas SERVES: 2 INGREDIENTS:... - 1 can chickpeas, drained - spray olive or coconut oil - 2 tsp smoked paprika - pinch pink salt METHOD: 1. Pre-heat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius. 2. Rinse and pat the chickpeas dry. Spread them out onto a baking tray and spray generously with oil. 3. Sprinkle over the paprika and salt, the shake the tin to roll the chickpeas and coat well. 4. Roast in the oven for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10 mins, until golden brown and allow to cool before storing in a glass jar. *Tip: substitute the paprika with any of their favourite spices. Try a sweet option with cinnamon powder! Source: The Fit Foodie

17.01.2022 DECEMBER TIMETABLE AND CHRISTMAS SKELETON We've been closed long enough this year!!! The Club will be pretty much business as usual over the Christmas break. Please see below and in Club for a copy of the Christmas 'Skeleton' timetable for December and beginning of January.... SKELETON timetable runs 21st DEC through to 3rd JAN. A couple of small tweaks in this time, so make sure you grab a copy of our SKELETON timetable for all the info! CRECHE WILL BE OPEN! Current timetable remains the same until the 20th DECEMBER and again from 4th through 11th JANUARY. We thank you for your support in what has been a challenging year for us all! Looking forward to a brighter 2021! From our family to yours, we hope you have a safe and happy holiday period! The ALF Team

16.01.2022 AUGUST TIMETABLE - Starting Monday 3rd of August! Were pleased to be able to add a number of classes to our timetable from Monday 3rd of August! In order to ensure the safety of our members bookings will remain in place for Classes, Creche, Squash and Sauna Use.... We are also monitoring government updates and ask you to remain vigilant with social distancing and hygiene practices while at the club. We will continue to keep abreast of QLD Health and QLD Government mandates and ask that if you have travelled interstate to a hotspot that you isolate for 14 days. If you have come in to contact with a suspected COVID-19 case please self isolate immediately as recommended by QLD Health. Were thrilled to be able to offer you an expanded timetable and to have so many friendly and familiar faces around the club! Your co-operation will help us to maintain the best we can offer as we navigate this tricky time.

16.01.2022 4-Ingredient Granola Slice Ingredients Granola base: 3/4 cup granola ... 2 tablespoons maple syrup Nutty caramel filling: 3/4 cup peanut butter (or nut butter of choice) 3 tablespoons maple syrup *Optional: 1-2 tablespoons melted coconut oil to make it richer in texture Topping: 60g dairy-free chocolate 1 tablespoon peanut butter 1/4 cup granola Instructions 1. Line a small container with non-stick paper (mine was 12 x 12 cm) 2. Make the BASE: in a bowl, add the granola & maple syrup together until sticky. Transfer this to the lined container and press down as an even layer. Freeze for 30 minutes. 3. Made the FILLING: Mix the peanut butter and maple syrup together until smooth. (Optional add melted coconut oil) Transfer this caramel as an even layer over the base. Freeze for at least 1 hour 4. Make the topping: melt the chocolate and stir in the nut butter until smooth. Pour this over the caramel layer and sprinkle the granola over the top before the chocolate sets. Return to the freezer for at least 30 mins to firm up before cutting and serving Notes **Storage tips: in the freezer and allow it to thaw for a few mins before serving! Source: Run2Food

16.01.2022 Single Serve Protein Brownie Ingredients: 60ml egg whites 100ml almond milk... 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cacao powder 20g flour of choice (I used 10g coconut flour and 10g oat flour) 30g chocolate pea protein powder Optional, but highly recommended inclusion: chocolate chips, walnuts, peanut butter etc. Method: 1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees celsius, fan-forced. 2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, choc pea protein, cacao powder and baking powder. Stir to combine. 3. Add in the egg whites and almond milk and stir to combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients. 4. Add in any additional ingredients, such as choc chips. 5. Pour into a single serve, oven-proof ceramic dish or bowl and place in the oven for 10-15 minutes. 6. Top with peanut butter, walnuts, berries, more chocolate, or ice cream, and dig in while its still warm! Serving information: Serves: 1 Macros: 251 calories, 13C/6F/34P Source: BetterBeingSteph

15.01.2022 September Timetable Updated in Full Online and In Club tomorrow! But for now, jump online and get your spot in Pilates at 9:30am with the lovely Karen (@pivotpilatesstudio) for tomorrow!!

15.01.2022 The Scanner is coming back! $30 per scan and available from the 10th-13th September! An InBody scan will give you an accurate look at body fat, lean muscle mass, basal metabolic weight, water retention and muscle mass in your arms, legs and trunk. Once you know your biometrics, you are able to formulate a plan based on what YOU need to help you achieve the results you are looking for!... The InBody uses BIA (Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis) technology, which measures total body water by reading the impedance (resistance) of low-level currents through the body. Therefore, temporary changes in the body can result in temporary changes in body composition results. You can call to book in a scan, or just show up at Reception!

15.01.2022 Choc PB Caramel Protein Rice Krispies Ingredients: 100g smooth peanut butter 50ml coconut oil, melted 200g rice malt syrup... 60g salted caramel protein 230g rice puffs 300g sugar free dark chocolate Directions: 1 In a sauce pan, melt coconut oil, peanut butter and rice malt syrup until its all combined 2 Add protein powder and whisk until well incorporated 3 Add rice puffs and stir gently until rice puffs are well covered 4 Press mixture into a lines baking tray and freeze for 30min 5 Melt chocolate in the microwave in 30s intervals, stirring between intervals (takes 1-2 min) 6 Slice peanut butter Rice Krispies into desired shape and dip into chocolate 7 Place bars on a tray lined with baking paper and freeze for 10min or until chocolate is solid 8 Enjoy! To store, keep in an airtight container in the fridge Source: SarahFitFoodie

15.01.2022 COVID UPDATE Queenslands Chief Health Officer gave direction this morning regarding the restriction and limit of 10 people at places without a COVID Safe Plan. Given we have a COVID Safe Plan, the club can continue to operate today. Please remember to stick to our COVID Safe Plan and be socially distant. ... A friendly reminder: Scanning in is mandatory to attend the gym Class bookings are essential to control numbers Please use the Sanitation Stations provided, wiping down before and after use of each machine No towel, no gym session (we also have towels for hire) Keep socially distant from others Bring your own mat to classes If you have any symptoms, are feeling unwell, or have recently travelled to a hotspot, please do not attend the centre. As always, if you have any questions at all, please contact and chat or message us! Have a wonderful weekend

15.01.2022 A little more info Please remember this is only in effect for the next 10 days until 1am on 22nd January!

14.01.2022 Whos up for a little challenge? How many floors can you climb in 15 minutes on the StairMaster?

14.01.2022 A friendly reminder that we will be CLOSED for the Public Holiday on Friday 14th of August! We will be open until 8:30pm on Thursday 13th and resume normal hours on Saturday 15th from 7:00am-12:00pm & 3:00-6:30pm!

14.01.2022 Roast Pumpkin + Beetroot Salad Ingredients: - 1 punnet (200g) sweet delight cherry tomatoes, halved - 8 baby beets, quartered... - butternut pumpkin, roasted - red onion, finely diced - 100g feta - 1 cup (uncooked) quinoa, cooked and cooled - 1 large handful of baby spinach leaves, roughly chopped Dressing - cup extra virgin olive oil - 1 tbs dijon mustard - 1 tbs honey - Salt and pepper Method: 1. Preheat oven to 180C. Line a tray with baking paper and set aside. 2. Cut the pumpkin into cubes (approximately 2 x 2 cm) and place on the tray. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and place into the oven to cook for 30 minutes or until golden brown. 3. While the pumpkin is baking, cook the quinoa according to packet instructions. 4. Once the pumpkin and quinoa are cooked, allow them to cool slightly while you prepare the rest of the salad. 5. In a large bowl, add the tomato, onion, spinach and beetroot. Add the quinoa and pumpkin and crumble the feta on top. Set aside. 6. Prepare the dressing by adding the olive oil, mustard and honey to a small jar. Season with salt and pepper then shake to combine. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.

12.01.2022 We will be open 7am-2pm next Monday 4th October! Classes will be running during this time and all bookings for classes can be made online or at Reception. Creche will be closed!

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11.01.2022 PB Brownies SERVES: Makes 12 INGREDIENTS:... - 1 cup peanut butter, plus 2 tbsp (reserved) - 1/4 cacao powder - 1/2 cup almond meal - 2 eggs - Sea salt (optional) METHOD: 1. Preheat the oven to 175 Celsius and line a small brownie pan with baking paper. In a large mixing bowl, mix together all the ingredients apart from the reserved peanut butter. 2. Pour batter into the lined pan and spread out with a spatula. 3. Dollop over the remaining nut butter. Drag a knife through the dollops and around the rest of the batter to create a swirl effect. 4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top looks a little crispy. 5. Remove from the oven and allow to cool before removing and slicing into squares Source: The Fit Foodie

10.01.2022 Tomorrow is officially our girls last day before her (long awaited) Honeymoon and then onto Maternity Leave! We are wishing you all the best for the delivery of your beautiful bub and can’t wait for a cuddle! If you’re still not sure who this is about, it’s Liv Jess is definitely carrying a medicine ball under that shirt!

10.01.2022 We all know RPM classes are a great cardio workout, but did you know they can also count for resistance training as well? Here are some of the benefits of cycling: 1. Its easy on the joints. When you sit on a bike, you put your weight on a pair of bones in the pelvis called the ischial tuberosities, unlike walking, when you put your weight on your legs. This makes it good for anyone with joint pain or age-related stiffness. 2. Pushing pedals provides an aerobic workout. Th...ats great for your heart, brain, and blood vessels. Aerobic exercise also triggers the release of endorphins, the bodys feel-good chemicalswhich may make you feel young at heart. 3. Cycling builds muscle. In the power phase of pedaling (the downstroke), you use the gluteus muscles in the buttocks, the quadriceps in the thighs, and the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles in the calves. In the recovery phase (backstroke, up-stroke, and overstroke), you use the hamstrings in the back of the thighs and the flexor muscles in the front of the hips. Cycling works other muscles, too. You use abdominal muscles to balance and stay upright, and you use your arm and shoulder muscles to hold the handlebars and steer. 4. It helps with everyday activities. The benefits carry over to balance, walking, standing, endurance, and stair climbing! Win win! 5. Pedaling builds bone. Resistance activities, such as pushing pedals, pull on the muscles, and then the muscles pull on the bone, which increases bone density.

09.01.2022 STAGE 3 UPDATE In line with Fitness Australia and the QLD Government were pleased to move towards business as usual from Saturday 4th July including: 24hr Area, Sauna and Pool to re-open No Booking required for Gym Floor Use Higher number in classes ... Showers and Bubblers back in use Towels are still compulsory for workouts Sanitise hands on entry Wipe down equipment before and after use Limit personal belongings at the club Sauna bookings will be limited to 2ppl at any one time and 20 minute booking windows will apply! Bookings can be made online from tomorrow morning! An email will be sent to members on the 7th of July with more info about your memberships! LINK IN BIO! See more

08.01.2022 Looking to up level your fitness? Wanting to mix up your fitness routine? Need the accountability of a trainer? We have a promotion for NEW clients! 3 sessions for $89! Choose between Tyler or Peri as your PT. Sessions are based around your personal goals and are a great opportunity to trial a PT before committing to a trainer longer term. Get in touch with one of the lovely staff at Reception for more info or to book in your first session. ... *offer is only valid for new members or those that havent done PT before at Active Life.

08.01.2022 NEW Evening Body Balance Class with Chrystel Starting Tuesday 17th of November from 7:05pm! Book your spot now online!

08.01.2022 Our Quiet Achiever, Mikaela No doubt youve seen her smiling face behind the desk at Reception over the last year or two. We asked Mikaela a couple of questions so you could get to know her a little better! What are you studying? Exercise Physiology (almost finished!! Yay!)... Favourite Food: PASTA! Favourite Book: Never finished a book Favourite Quote: Que Sera Three words your friends and family would use to describe you: Altruistic, Friendly, Optimistic Secret Talent: Can belly dance Fav style of workout: Body Pump See more

08.01.2022 Good For Your Guts Brocco-kraut INGREDIENTS: head of green cabbage 200g carrot, grated... 300g broccoli florets, diced 1 onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated 1 tablespoon fresh turmeric, grated 1 teaspoons Himalayan sea salt pinch of cayenne pepper METHOD: 1. Remove the large outer leaves of the cabbage set aside. 2. Slice the remaining cabbage with a food processor or excellent knife skills. 3. Put all the ingredients into large bowl and mix well then let it sit for 30 min, so that the cabbage becomes watery and limp. 4. Put everything into a jar (I used 2l wide-mouth mason jar). 5. Press the cabbage mix into the jar and pour the released liquid on top. 6. Place one of the larger outer leaves of the cabbage over the surface of the sliced cabbage. This will help keep the cabbage submerged in its liquid. 7. Place a weight on top such as a smaller jar filled with water. 8. Cover everything with a clean tea towel or dish cloth. Set in a cool place, out of sunlight for 7 days. **Check the kraut daily and press the weight down a few times to release any gases. The mix should always be submerged in liquid. After 7 days, remove the leaves and place the finished brocco-kraut in the refrigerator. It will last at least 9 months or longer in your fridge. Source: The Fit Foodie

08.01.2022 SEPTEMBER TIMETABLE 2020! Plenty of new stuff happening on our September Timetable! NEW CLASSES... PILATES with KAREN at 9:30AM on MONDAYS ACTIVE CYCLE with SANDY at 6:))PM on MONDAYS (Starting 7th Sept) SMALL GROUP TRAINING with NAT at 5:10AM on TUESDAYS LES MILLS BODY PUMP with PHIL at 7:10PM on WEDNESDAYS TIME CHANGES Club Opening Hours: Friday 5:30AM - 7:00PM, Saturday and Sunday 7:00AM - 12:00PM & 2:00PM - 6:30PM SMALL GROUP TRAINING with LEXI at 8:45AM on FRIDAYS HOT YOGA with RIC at 10:15AM on FRIDAYS SMALL GROUP TRAINING with TODD at 8:45AM on SATURDAYS Bookings remain in place and you can book your classes here: https://bit.ly/2EKZhkv We look forward to seeing you in the club soon! The Active Life Team

07.01.2022 A friendly reminder to continue to wipe down ALL equipment you touch when in at the club! This includes dumbbells, barbells, plates, benches, handles, cable accessories, mats, and cardio equipment. Weve come along way and were committed to continuing to provide you all with a clean gym to work out in. ... Please do your part and wipe down any equipment you use, and use sanitiser regularly throughout your workout! NO TOWEL = NO WORKOUT! Stay safe and clean ALF Fam

07.01.2022 Miso Eggplant INGREDIENTS: - 2 eggplants - 1 tbsp miso paste ... - 1 tsp coconut sugar - 1 1/2 tbsp tamari - 3 cm piece of ginger, grated - 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped - Sesame seeds to serve METHOD: 1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees celsius. 2. With a sharp knife, cut the eggplant lengthways down the middle. 3. Now score the eggplant diagonally one way, and then another to create a cross-hatch effect. Spray with a little oil and bake for 20 minutes. 4. Meanwhile, create the glaze by mixing the miso with 60ml water, tamari, ginger, garlic, and coconut sugar in a small saucepan over high heat. 5. Boil the mix until thickened and brush over the flesh of the eggplant. Bake for a further 5-10 minutes or until caramelised, then remove from the oven. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Unused portions can be stored in the fridge for 3 days. Source: The Fit Foodie

07.01.2022 What a morning Thank you to all of those that came along to our Open Day! We had so much fun! Thank you to our local sponsors - Yogat, Native Beauty And Wellness, Sri Ignaria, Funkateers Pizzeria & Craft Beer, Monsta Supps, & FITAID

07.01.2022 Protein Tim Tams Ingredients: Biscuits: - 10ml coconut oil... - 30ml almond milk - 10g smooth nut butter or coconut butter - 20g coconut flour - 40g plain or vanilla pea protein powder - 20g almond meal - 1 tsp apple cider vinegar - 2 tsp granulated natural sweetener Mousse filling: - 30g coconut butter (or use real butter/cream cheese for non-vegan version) - 4 tsp sugar free drinking chocolate - 20g chocolate pea protein powder - 10ml almond milk Coating: - 5ml coconut oil - 40g chocolate Method: 1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees celsius, fan-forced. 2. For the biscuits: Mix all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl until combined. 3. With your hands, mould the mixture until it forms a dough-like consistency. Press this dough evenly into a lined loaf/brownie tin, and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until golden. Allow to cool. 4. For the filling: Whip all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl until combined. The texture should be like a light mousse, so make sure you don’t melt your butter into a liquid! Set aside. 5. Meanwhile, cut your biscuits into 16 even rectangles. Spread your filling across 8 biscuits, then place the remaining biscuits on top of each to create 8 biscuit ‘sandwiches’. Set in freezer while you make the coating. 6. For the coating: mix dark chocolate and coconut oil together and melt in the microwave or over a saucepan on boiling water. 7. Once your biscuits and mousse set together, dip and coat in the melted chocolate, and place on baking paper. 8. Place all pieces in the freezer to set for another 2 hours before devouring! Best enjoyed chilled. Source: BetterBeingSteph

07.01.2022 In the interest of looking after our members and given the central locations of a couple of these premises, please take a look at the list below and follow the directives and advice from QLD Health! As always were committed to keeping our Active Life community as safe and informed as possible

07.01.2022 Great News!! Lockdown lifts tonight! A huge thank you to Greater Brisbane. For heeding the call and doing the right thing! ... The team is working to clarify any new measures that need to be in place and a post will go up in the next few hours with more clarification!! Please remember we hear this information at the same time as you and we’re working as quickly as possible to bring you the best updates!

06.01.2022 NOVEMBER 2020 TIMETABLE LAUNCHES MONDAY 2ND NOV Our November Timetable sees the return of POWER YOGA with TYLER on WEDNESDAY at 9:15AM.... We also welcome back CHRYSTEL from her Maternity leave with BODY BALANCE on THURSDAY at 10:30am from THURSDAY 19TH NOVEMBER! Circuit with JULIE on THURSDAY 5pm will now be a BOX CIRCUIT, and she will also be taking over the WEDNESDAY 5.45am CIRCUIT from 11th NOV. This timetable will see us through until the 20th DEC when our Christmas Skeleton Timetable is released. As always, we welcome your feedback and love seeing your friendly faces here at the club! The Active Life Team

06.01.2022 Cycling habitually, especially at a high intensity, helps lower body fat levels, which promotes healthy weight management. Plus, you’ll increase your metabolism and build muscle, which allows you to burn more calories, even while at rest. Cycling improves overall function in your lower body and strengthens your leg muscles without overstressing them. It targets your quads, glutes, hamstrings, and calves. Cycling also works your core muscles, including your back and abdominals. Maintaining your body upright and keeping the bike in position requires a certain amount of core strength. Whether you want to prevent health concerns from arising or manage existing conditions, regular exercise is key. Cycling regularly is one way to avoid a sedentary lifestyle and its accompanying health concerns.

06.01.2022 Raspberry Yoghurt Cookie Sandwiches (V,GF) Biscuit ingredients: 170g chickpea flour 30g @brawnaturals vanilla protein powder... 80g @natvialiving sugar 50g @pureharvest rice malt syrup 90g light olive oil spread (or butter) Filling ingredients: Frozen raspberries, cut in half 100g vanilla Greek yogurt 10g coconut flour 15g rice malt syrup Directions: 1 Preheat oven to 180C 2 Combine all biscuit ingredients until a dough forms 3 Refrigerate dough for 30min or until firmer 4 Roll dough out until 1/2 a cm thick and cut into desired cookie size and shape 5 Place on baking sheet and bake for 7-8 min 6 Allow to cool completely 7 Filling: Combine sweetener, yogurt and coconut flour until thick 8 Spoon filling onto a cookie, place raspberries onto filling and sandwich with another cookie 9 Repeat until all cookies are complete. To store, keep in fridge in an air tight container. Enjoy! Source: SarahFitFoodie

05.01.2022 Taco Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie Ingredients: - 500g sweet potatoes, peeled and diced - 1/4 cup low-fat milk... - 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro - 1 teaspoon grated lime zest - 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided - 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil - 1 cup chopped onion - 1 tablespoon minced garlic - 250g lean ground beef - 1 tablespoon tomato paste - 2 teaspoons hot chili powder - 2 teaspoons ground cumin - 1 teaspoon ground coriander - 1 teaspoon dried oregano - 3/4 cup low-sodium beef broth - 1 cup frozen corn kernels - 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained - 1 medium capsicum, chopped - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice Method: 1. Cook sweet potatoes in a large pot of boiling water until tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain, then return the sweet potatoes to the pot. Cook over medium-low heat until excess moisture is evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Add milk and mash with a potato masher until smooth. Stir in Cheddar, cilantro, lime zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper; set aside. 2. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic and jalapeño and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. 3. Add beef and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 8 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, coriander and oregano and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in broth, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in corn, black beans, bell pepper and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook until the liquid has nearly evaporated, about 10 minutes. Stir in lime juice. 4. Evenly spread the mashed sweet potatoes over the beef mixture in the skillet. Broil until just starting to brown, 7 to 8 minutes. Let the pie rest for 5 minutes before serving. Source: eatingwell.com

05.01.2022 Yoga teaches you how to listen to your body

05.01.2022 Almond Mocha Fudge Crispy Slice Ingredients Dry: 1 cup rice bubbles... 1/4 cup vegan choc protein powder 2 tablespoons cacao powder Wet: 1 shot espresso coffee (or 2 tsp instant coffee dissolved in a dash of boiling water) 1/3 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup almond butter Topping: 50g vegan dark chocolate 1 tablespoon almond butter Method 1. Prepare a container with non-stock paper (mine was 8 x 16cm) 2. In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients 3. Add in the wet ingredients and mix quickly until no fry mix remains and a thick dough-like consistency 4. Transfer this to the prepared container and flatten it in an even layer 5. Freeze for 30 mins 6. Melt the chocolate and stir in the almond butter until smooth. Pour this over the base. 7. Return to the freezer for 10 minutes until the chocolate is set before slicing Notes *Storage tips: these store really well in an airtight container in the freezer for weeks! Source: Run2Food

03.01.2022 Its Day 1 of our 6 Week Spring Challenge! Workouts are booked in, food is prepped, goals are set! Lets do this

03.01.2022 Lost keys One of our lovely members lost a set of Holden car keys (the type that the silver key flips out). Please call us on 3353 2222 if you happen to find them! Thanks!

03.01.2022 Just a friendly reminder we are closed from 12:00-2:00pm on Saturdays and Sundays! We open from 7:00am-12:00pm, and then 2:00pm-6:30pm on the weekends

02.01.2022 Decide every morning that you are in a good mood

02.01.2022 Reach your goals with Pilates Why? Because It’s an efficient full-body workout It develops muscle endurance... It strengthens the core and protects your back It builds pain tolerance and stamina in other workouts It works at a micro-muscle level It requires complete coordination of mind, body, and spirit It promotes better posture and form It increases flexibility and mobility See more

02.01.2022 We're very pleased to announce that we're expecting delivery of not one, but TWO Brand New Nautilus Glute Drives to spice up things on our Gym Floor! The glute drive is a fantastic machine to target those glute muscles! Not only will you feel a great burn in the booty but you'll also be working to strengthen your major stabilisers! We're also looking to challenge our Small Groupers and provide an extra bit of challenge to our Functional area with a BRAND NEW HitMill X! Unlike a standard treadmill, the HitMill X is a self-powered speed and strength training tool designed to build explosive power when used in a High-Intensity Interval Training program. Delivery date within the next week! Watch this space!

02.01.2022 If youre experiencing back pain from sitting at an office desk all day, heres some good news: Planks can help improve your posture! By strengthening your back, chest, shoulders, neck, and abs, this exercise makes it easier to keep your shoulders back and your lower back in a neutral position while sitting or standing two vital components of good posture. Planks also help you develop isometric strength in your core muscles, which gives you the power to keep from hunching w...hile standing or sitting for long periods of time. Yoga & Pilates usually incorporate planking into their routine, so if youre looking for a class that includes some, give one of those classes a go!

01.01.2022 Scanner is due back! Monday 30th of November until Thursday 3rd of December Bookings or walk ins welcome!

01.01.2022 Nutty Protein Granola Ingredients: - 1 cup buckwheat - cup pepitas... - cup coconut flakes - cup almonds - cup chia seeds - cup hemp seeds - 2 tbs natural peanut butter - 3 tbs maple syrup - 1 tbs ground cinnamon - tbs ground nutmeg Method: 1. Preheat oven to 150C. Line a baking dish with baking paper and set aside. 2. In a large bowl add all of the ingredients and mix with a spoon until well combined and the dry ingredients are coated with peanut butter and maple syrup. Taste some of the mixture to ensure it is sweet enough for your taste preferences. If not, add a little more maple syrup. 3. Pour into the baking tray pressing the mixture down firmly. Pressing the mixture firmly into the dish helps to create clusters. 4. Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the granola turns golden brown. 5. Remove from the oven and allow to cool to room temperature. Break apart the granola with a spoon to create clusters. 6. Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Source: Rachel Hawkins

01.01.2022 Rower Workout! 100m, 200m, 300m, 400m, 500m, 400m, 300m, 200m, 100m with 30 seconds rest in between each effort. Use this pyramid to rack in a total of 2500 metres. Pick a pace and try to hold it. This is one of those workouts that starts out "easy" and gets harder as you go. Dont exhaust yourself (or "fly and die") on the shorter pieces.

01.01.2022 Stage 3 Update Bigger and Better!! No more gym floor bookings No time limits for gym workouts Bubblers and showers back in use ... More numbers in class (still need to book) 24-hour gym back Pool and sauna back in use (need to book for sauna) Please continue to wipe down equipment before and after use, bring minimal personal equipment to the gym, and towels are compulsory for workouts! See you all from 7am