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What a month March has been!<\/p>

Two weeks ago we hosted our annual charity event for Bowel Cancer UK. This year\u2019s challenge was to keep a kettlebell swinging for 6 hours, culminating in a large group charity swing at the end of the day.<\/p>

It totally exceeded expectations. Club members came out in force throughout the day to swing for hour long sessions.<\/p>

They completed around 500 swings each every hour. With 30 plus club members swinging for the final Hour. We were also joined by club members from Real Good Fitness and Elise Ball\u2019s kettlebell club. It really was a huge community effort and one we will never forget!<\/p>

Bowel Cancer UK is a charity close to our hearts as 3 years ago we lost an integral Hels Bells club member to this horrible disease. Zoe was 39.<\/p>

We completed our swings in memory of her.<\/p>

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I am absolutely delighted to announce that as a community we raised over \u00a35000 on the day taking the total raised for Bowel Cancer UK, so far by the club, to over \u00a320,000! Just amazing!<\/p>

I cannot even begin to find the words to express how grateful I am to you all for your support, kindess and donations. It truly was a memorable day.<\/p>

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This month also sees the end of our double press progression. Which has seen some outstanding accomplishments from club members.<\/p>

Our club member of the month not only gave up her time willingly to support the charity event but has also made huge progress with her pressing this term.<\/p>

I am delighted to announce the Hels Bells club member of the month for March goes to Elle.<\/p>

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Elle joined Hels Bells during lockdown. She was consistent joining the online sessions every wee throughout the whole time we had to meet virtually. Fortunately she already had a good understanding of kettlebells so able to \u2018hit the floor running\u2019 so to speak online. Up until this point I hadn\u2019t met Elle in person. <\/p>

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Then as lockdown came to an end, I imagined Elle would stop online, as to come and train face to face meant a journey from Bristol each week. However she made the decision to join day time classes and committed to two sessions a week.<\/p>

For a period of time Elle had a number of medical issues which impacted her training and we were required to adjust what she did so as not to aggravate her injuries. But slowly and surely Elle persevered, determined to become stronger and the niggles became less as her strength improved. <\/p>

Having completed the StrongFirst SFG over a decade ago, Elle made the call to recertify but sadly injury prevented her from reaching all of the standards. Unlike many, Elle didn\u2019t let this stop her, and she continued to plug away. In 2024 she achieved all the SFG1 standards to become a certified coach. It was an absolute pleasure to support her towards this goal and to assist on the weekend which meant I got to see her complete the press comfortably, but also the infamous snatch test.<\/p>

When I first started coaching Elle pressing the 12kg was a challenge for 5 reps. And the 16kg felt out of reach. Now she can rep the 16kg for more than 5 reps and is able to press the 18kg and 20kg confidently . She is also a formidable squatter, showing great technique and form and demonstrates a quality Turkish Get Up every time. I think Simple and Sinister is the next goal for her! <\/p>

Elle has always been loyal and supportive of the club, attending events and socials over the years!. She is also supportive of others in the classes she attends encouraging and celebrating their successes. <\/p>

As a fellow business owner Elle owns Bristol Pilates Studio in Bedminster, so she understands what it\u2019s like to run your own business. She\u2019s been a good sounding block for me at times and I\u2019ve valued the conversations we have about the life of a female business owner.<\/p>

In some ways this award is long overdue but in Elle\u2019s own words on a social media post last week, she is quite literally the \u2018strongest she has ever been\u2019. She is moving well, using seriously heavy bells in class and showing great mental strength to over come the hurdles that life inevitably throws at us from time to time. <\/p>

Elle congratulations on all you have achieved over the years, but particularly of late. It\u2019s a pleasure to support you on your strength journey. <\/p>

Enjoy your Hels Bells water bottle, now you don\u2019t have to steal a glass from my kitchen every time you train!!! \ud83d\ude02<\/p>

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