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We are back into the swing of it after the summer break and have been focusing on two handed swing alongside a new club progression involving cleans and press. So far so good, with some great progress being made and individuals fine tuning their technique, which in turn makes them stronger. This progression is less about weight and more about volume. With lots of rounds being completed.<\/p>

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Classes have been well attended throughout September and an induction is now planned for October to introduce new members to Hels Bells. It will take place on the morning of Saturday 15th October. So drop me a line if you are interested.<\/p>

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Club member of the month for September is a first for Hels Bells because two club members deserve the recognition this month. Over the past few months they have been incredibly focused and driven. Making huge progress towards their goals both in terms of strength and physical changes. I am delighted to announce that joint club members of the month for September go to Mel and Rich!<\/p>

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Rich has been a member of the club for a number of years and Mel joined back in February. As a couple they are competitive with one another, but in equal measures supportive they come to training together, in most cases walking to class to get their steps in!<\/p>

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They may not work together in class but it doesn\u2019t mean they aren\u2019t keeping an eye on each others\u2019 progress and Mel\u2019s competitive streak means she is gradually increasing the weights and starting to lift heavier challenging Rich to also keep pushing on! That said they are both very coachable and keen to listen to advice to enable them to stay safe whilst training hard. Mel has made huge progress in a short space of time, showing determination, tenacity and shear grit! She has successfully and safely increased the weights she has been using which is a pleasure to watch and is now hitting many of the Strongfirst SFG1 kettlebell standards for women.<\/p>

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Rich has been continuing to improve and get stronger too, focusing on technique to ensure his knee issue doesn\u2019t prevent him for attending classes. His improved strength is most definitely supporting him to stay safe and he always brings a welcome sense of fun to class. <\/p>

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As a couple they have been very clear about their goals over the past 6 months, and what better goal to have than an impending wedding! They wanted to reduce their body fat and make some changes to their shape alongside getting stronger. Before the summer they committed to the club Accountability challenge and showed focus and determination throughout, which resulted in them achieving success and coming first and second place in the challenge. With Rich just nudging ahead!<\/p>

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Even though the challenge came to a close in July, they both committed to continue and have engrained the new habits they developed alongside sustaining the nutritional changes. They train two to three times a week and they also continue to get their steps in. This has meant their progress has continued and they have absolutely smashed their goals. Its true to say there is no greater goal than a wedding to keep you focused and on track!<\/p>

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It has been a privilege to support them both and watch them succeed. They have been realistic with their expectations, continued to enjoy life along the way and find a balance, but ultimately they have remained focused on the end goal.<\/p>

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They have integrated themselves fully into club life, making new friends along the way and both Mel and Rich took part in the charity event held earlier this year completing their mile in a really quick time!<\/p>

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This weekend is their big day and I know you would all want to join me in congratulating them wishing them every happiness for the future. Have the most amazing day both of you and we look forward to seeing the photos.<\/p>

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I know they will enjoy their time away after the wedding, but I am also confident the habits developed over the last few months will take them way beyond the wedding itself and I am excited to continue to support them once they return from their holiday to get stronger.<\/p>

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Don\u2019t forget to pack your Hels Bells water bottles for the gym whilst away!<\/p>

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