Fitness is a big part of the job, as you have to get from A to B.  This can be 15 miles on your feet carrying loads of up to 90lb or more, or running with over 40lb on your back and then have to fight!

As well as being a Section Commander I was one of my battalions’ PTI’ S (physical training instructors) and was involved in keeping 600 men fit and ready for anything.  Today the forces are working harder than ever, and more and more are still trying to join.  Even if you are joining as a cook or wanting to be in the infantry you need the will power to keep going, and you nee to be fit!

My local Army Careers Office is just around the corner form my studio; they refer people to me before putting them forward for selection, all of my training in the army involved running, marching with weight on my back (tabbing), circuit training and some swimming. Not much of it, if any involved lifting weights or using machines in the gym.

I run Boris’ Boot Camp, which is military type training done outdoors in all types of weather (it isn’t training less it’s raining!!) so come along and have a go if your thinking of joining the forces and we’ll help you to pass the tests.

I would reccomend the following book:

The Official British Army Fitness Guide by Sam Murphy ISBN: 978-0-85265-118-6 I believe it is available for around £9.99 (rrp £12.99UK)

The following link will take you to tips, an example of a training programme and several pdf’s to help prepare you for your new life in the armed forces.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2008/jan/07/healthandwellbeing.fitness

http://www.heartdorset.co.uk/

Midnight Beach Walk

Anthony Nolan Star Trek Midnight Walk.

Take back the lives from Leukaemia and support the children living in your community by raising money for The Anthony Nolan Trust and Have a Heart!

On Saturday 5th September at Alum Chine Promenade, over 500 “Star Lit” entrants can join The Anthony Nolan Trust and Have a Heart to light up the skies along the glorious shoreline of Bournemouth.

Why not enter a team and get together with your family/work colleagues and friends?

No previous experience, or great level of fitness is required as it is a very leisurely stroll. The spirit of the event is being there on the night and joining us in the party atmosphere under the moonlight. This event is open to everyone over the age of 8 years.

- Where: Alum Chine, Bournemouth, Dorset.
- When: Saturday 5th September 2009
- Time: Walk starts at midnight. Registration from 10.30pm
- Distance: 5 miles
- Entry Fee: £10 per person (£30 for team of 4)
- Minimum Sponsorship: £30 per person

All participants will receive a luminous “Star Lit” head bopper band at the start line.

Go to http://www.heartdorset.co.uk/ to download your entry form.

The company, run by personal trainer Boris Stone, will officially begin its deal with the Terras in July when the girls report back for pre-season training and undertake a military style boot camp aimed at improving their teamwork skills and physical fitness.

The Under-16s will also benefit from the training and Weymouth Ladies’ boss Tim Davis is overjoyed with the link-up.

He said: “The team have had a tremendous season and the players have been magnificent but I am keen to try and take us to the next level and we need to get more professional in a number of areas.

“Fitness is a key element and I am delighted to welcome Outrageously Active with Boris on board to take care of that side of the team.

“Players will also be getting assistance with injury rehabilitation which is vitally important. During pre-season Boris wants to run a boot camp for the girls that will be hard physically but also assist with team building, which is of great benefit.

“I am also keen to integrate some of the up-and-coming young players from this season’s under-16s into the squad and those chosen will also participate in this.

“Boris has been unofficially working with the team for the past five weeks and the results are there for all to see as we have looked a far fitter team during that period.

“I have listened to the views of the current players and they are all happy for Boris to become an integral part of our promotion bid next season.”

Just to let you know that with the demand in Boris boot camp I’m looking at setting up a 7am boot camp Monday to Friday mornings. starting initially on Weymouth Beach but looking to expand to the surrounding area.  Same format as before, military style firness for all fitness levels.

For more information contact me on 07760225598 or email outrageouslyactive@live.co.uk

Tuesdays - Outside my studio Weymouth from 7pm till 8pm

Wedesdays - At Port Regis School in Shaftesbury 7:30pm till 8:30pm

Fridays - YMCA Portland 6pm till 7pm

Thank you to everyone who has been coming along glad that you are enjoying it.