Motivating-Me

15/10/2026

💚 BELONGING MATTERS – AND THIS MORNING SOUTH CANTERBURY SHOWED EXACTLY WHY!

🌧️ Freezing cold temperatures, pouring rain and a 6am start didn’t stop our amazing South Canterbury community from coming together for our Big Morning Run in support of Mental Health Awareness Week!

This year’s theme, “Belonging Matters,” was certainly brought to life this morning.

People of all ages and abilities showed up, moved their bodies, connected with others and started their Friday surrounded by a community that cares.

Because movement is about so much more than physical fitness. It’s about connection, conversations, supporting one another and reminding people that they are not alone.

You don’t need perfect weather, fancy equipment or even to be a runner. Sometimes all it takes is showing up, sharing a smile and being part of something bigger than yourself.

A massive THANK YOU to everyone who braved the elements this morning. You are what makes our South Canterbury community so special!

Movement changes your mood. Connection strengthens our community. And EVERYONE deserves to feel they belong.

Big Morning Run

14/10/2026

💪🚣‍♀️ STRONG GIRLS, STRONG MINDS!

Session FOUR with these awesome Timaru Girls’ High School rowers, and already I’m noticing a real shift in their mental strength!

They’re learning to push themselves outside their comfort zones, embrace the uncomfortable and realise they’re capable of more than they think!

This term, I have the privilege of working with both Craighead Rowing 💚💙 and TGHS ROWING — two amazing groups of young women who are showing up, working hard and building strength both physically and mentally.

Because fitness isn’t just about building stronger bodies. It’s about building resilience, confidence and the mindset to keep going when things get tough!

Proud of these girls and excited to see how far they progress this term!

🔗 www.motivating-me.com


Timaru Girls' High School

14/10/2026

🌴☀️ RAROTONGA SEPTEMBER 2027 – WHO'S COMING WITH ME?!

After my June 2027 Women's Wellness Retreat SOLD OUT in just ONE WEEK, I'm now looking for another 22 wonderful women to join me for another incredible island escape!

📅 11–19 September 2027
🌺 9 DAYS IN PARADISE!

Imagine swapping the New Zealand winter for warm sunshine, turquoise lagoons, beautiful sunrises at Muri Beach, delicious food, island adventures and plenty of time to simply RELAX! ☀️🍹

This isn't a fitness bootcamp! It's a chance to step away from everyday responsibilities, prioritise YOU and experience something truly special.

💕 Come on your own or bring a friend!

💕 Enjoy a glass-bottom boat adventure, guided island tours, gentle movement and wellness workshops.

💕 Plenty of free time to explore, relax and recharge.

💕 Meet an incredible group of women and make lifelong friendships.

You don't need to know anyone.
You just need to say YES to yourself!

✨ I'm now taking bookings for September and your deposit is what officially secures your place.

If you've been thinking about joining me, don't leave it as a “maybe one day”.

Make 2027 the year you do something wonderful for YOU!

🌺 20 women. 9 days. One unforgettable island escape. Tag someone you would love to escape away on a girls trip with!

📩 Message me RAROTONGA for the full details, pricing and how to secure your spot.

🌐 www.motivating-me.com

Arrive as strangers, leave as friends. 💕

13/10/2026

🎤 TIMARU’S SIP AND SING - are you joining us?

👏 I’ve still got free 4 free tickets to give away - tag your besties who you would bring and I will announce the winners this Sunday 18th Oct!

❓Want to secure your own tickets?

Head to ➡️ https://m.moshtix.co.nz/v2/event/sip-and-sing-australia-timaru/199162

Sip and Sing Australia Evie's Bar & Grill

13/10/2026

💚 SOUTH CANTERBURY, LET’S COME TOGETHER! 💚

A little feature in the newspaper today, sharing something I’m incredibly passionate about — our community, movement and mental health awareness.

South Canterbury is a community I absolutely love being part of and through my work with Motivating-Me, I see firsthand just how powerful movement, connection and a sense of belonging can be for our physical AND mental wellbeing.

Exercise is about so much more than fitness. It’s about how we FEEL, the people we connect with, the conversations we have and knowing we’re not alone.

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, and I would LOVE to see as many of you as possible come together for our BIG COMMUNITY MORNING WALK/RUN!

📍 Piazza Steps, Timaru
📅 Friday 16 October
⏰ 6:00 AM

Whether you walk, jog or run, young or old, fit or just starting out — EVERYONE is welcome!

You don’t need to be a runner. You just need to turn up.

Let’s show what an amazing community South Canterbury is, support one another and start our Friday morning doing something positive for our mental wellbeing.

Because sometimes the most important part of exercise isn’t the movement itself — it’s the connection.

Who’s joining us Friday morning?!

🔗 www.motivating-me.com

Big Morning Run Official Timaru Tourism (Venture Timaru) We Love Timaru Big Morning Run

12/10/2026

https://www.thepress.co.nz/nz-news/361096888/stepping-community-connection-and-mental-health?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAcGRvZgNzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80Mzc2MjYzMTY5NzM3ODgAAR5bZma7hD_oM4GrCeLZHs90BMiU0vHyu-UZm2vdesqgwr7YLfV1vz2ZQl0hmQ_aem_tCczcs-sc-wDlvcBfg167g

A chance to connect with community and raise awareness of mental health issues is the premise of a morning run and walk in Timaru.

12/10/2026

💪 BOOTCAMP TONIGHT – WHO'S JOINING US?!

Fresh air, good vibes, great people and 40 minutes of moving our bodies!

You don't need to be fit to start, you just need to START!

Our Bootcamps cater for all ages and fitness levels, with options to suit YOU. Come along, have a laugh, challenge yourself and leave feeling better than when you arrived!

📍 Tonight – Tuesday, 6:40–7:20pm
📍 Thursday, 5:40-6:20pm

💰 Just $7.50 per person
👨‍👩‍👧 Under 16s FREE with a parent!

No bookings, no memberships, no pressure. JUST TURN UP!

Who's coming?!

🔗 www.motivating-me.com

12/10/2026

I caught up with Michelle and Georgia at the Kensington Centre today to map out our plans for Mental Health Awareness Week 2026!

We are locked in and ready for this Friday’s Big Morning Run / Walk. This year’s theme is “Belonging Matters,” and we’d love for you to come along, connect, and move with us.

Here are the details:

• 📅 When: Friday, 16 October
• 🕕 Time: 6:00 AM sharp
• 📍 Where: Meeting at the top of the Piazza steps

Set your alarms, bring a friend, and let’s kick off Friday morning together as a community.

See you there!

❤️ Alicia Mabey

Big Morning Run Motivating-Me.com
Big Morning Run Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand We Love Timaru Venture Timaru

12/10/2026

🆕 NEW RUN ADDED – MOTIVATING ME 🏃
Timaru, thanks for joining! These champs are getting out at 6am. Whether you walk, jog or run, it doesn’t matter! As Motivating-Me.com says, this isn’t about pace, distance or fitness levels. It’s about coming together, connecting with others and raising awareness for mental health in our community. ALL ages, ALL abilities, EVERYONE is welcome!

Still time to register your club for the Big Morning Run for Mental Health Awareness Week – please do so by Wednesday morning! Celebrate the sense of belonging your club brings to its members and open the door to others in the community too. Register today at bigmorningrun.com/register