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Ellie picks up medals at Coff’s Classic

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Ellie Borenstein. Photo supplied

Ellie Borenstein, co-owner of The Rise Society gym, has won two medals – gold and bronze – for body-building at ICN Coff’s Classic. 

She won gold in bikini mama and over 40s, plus bronze in overall bikini at the premier bodybuilding, bikini and fitness show in Northern NSW. 

Ellie gives special thanks to her coach Jes Murphy of JM fitness, and co-owner of her gym, Kristal Robson.  

The Rise Society gym is located at Unit 5/2 Acacia Street, Byron Bay Arts and Industrial Estate. 

Visit risesocietybb.com for more info.



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