I don’t know whether you’ve noticed, but there is a new phenomenon taking place right under our noses. No, it’s not another social media app (I’m still getting my head around Instagram). It’s not another form of new-age yoga designed to contort your body like a pretzel either, or a green juice revolution… it’s a vacation phenomenon! Or should I say… a staycation phenomenon 
Author Archives: Alexa Connors
Winter is out… Surf season is in!
Ok, so I’m officially convinced now that SUMMER. IS. COMING! For me this means, “Goodbye scarves and beanies, helloooo SURF SEASON!”
Best Day Treks & Overnighters Near Sydney
Anyone stepping out of Sydney city and into the great outdoors lately will have seen the crowds flocking around Kur-in-gai National Park. Here people are either volunteering themselves (and their 3 closest buddies!) to complete the Oxfam 100km hike, or are just plain getting out of the hustle and bustle for a bit and in touch with their inner naturist. Last weekend, Agoga Escapes joined the masses in preparation for our Kokoda trek in August.
AGOGA checks out Sky Zone Trampoline Park
They say the laws of gravity are meant to be broken, however the laws of Sky Zone are not… apparently… look, the rules are there for a reason BUT I’m quite sure we broke at least 4 of ‘em in the first 10 minutes! We don’t recommend it… but we also couldn’t quite help it!
10 Things to Know About Training and Alcohol
Lately, a few of our (not naming names) fitness devotees have been arriving to training with the boozin’ blues. At face value, someone with a hangover seems perfectly capable of completing a tough workout and generally admits to feeling better by the end of it, believing (as we all do) that they’re better off up at the gym burning calories than sitting at home on the couch feeling miserable about last night’s alcohol-induced antics.
Fighting the Post-Holiday Fitness Blues
Well, it’s that time of year again, it seems like every second person these days has either just come back from a holiday, or is just about to zip off to enjoy the last few days of the hot European/Balinese sun (and the tempting fiestas that come with) .
Whether you’ve just come back from a trip big or small I think you can agree that the hardest thing about coming back isn’t that big stack of emails waiting for you in the office, or the pile of washing, but rather the dreaded thought of getting back into your regular fitness and nutrition routine. Let me tell you now, I hear you!
Seeing as this is something I’ve recently experienced, I thought I’d start spreading the word on some tips that will help you get back into your fitness routine in no time!
NEW Surf Program!
Ever wanted to learn how to surf (or take your skills from last summer to the next level) but don’t really know where to start? Keen to learn how to surf with your mates? In your own backyard? With Bondi’s best surf school?
8 Proven Ways to Keep Your 2013 Resolutions
Got a resolution to actually keep your resolution? We’re here to help! Every year seems to start the same, “This year I’m definitely going to stop; smoking, drinking alcohol, drinking coffee, eat unhealthy foods, stop taking drugs, taking the bus and start; exercising more, eating healthy, meditating, growing my own vegetables… right???
How to Activate Your Core
Draw your belly button into your spine! We hear it constantly, but what does it mean for our core and how is it helping?! Strengthening or activating the core has become a popular topic in recent years, ever since the rise of CX Works, pilates and pole dancing classes – but why do we need to do it and can it actually help your running, strength training and overall wellbeing?
