What Customers Say...

I don’t have the time

30 minutes put aside for exercise is 3% (or less) of your waking hours – and this is for making a big potential difference to your health and happiness!   Do it at regular time each day – when you get up, before breakfast, or early evening to help you really relax.   Or break it into two 15-minute sessions.   The benefits are just as good.  It doesn’t have to be at the gym.  It can be at home… a walk or a jog with a friend, or a session on an exercycle in front of TV.

I don’t have the energy

Exercise increases your energy level!  You’ll be surprised how lively you’ll feel after earlier feeling drowsy if you get a half-hour’s cardio exercise at 75% of your maximum heart rate.  In fact you may want to go on and on; and you’ll sleep better at the right time.

It’s boring

It depends on what you do.  Mix it up.   Go for a walk, go for a jog.  Walk in the park, or swim at the beach if it’s possible.  Visit a gym.   Involve a friend in your exercise plans.  Use an exercycle at home while you watch TV or listen to music.  Set some achievable goals.   After a while you’ll enjoy working on the combinations and goals.

I find gyms intimidating and inconvenient

Folding treadmills, cross-trainers and other cardio gear are making exercise at home realistic and hugely convenient, as are basic strength and conditioning tools such as dumbbells, benches and gym balls.  You can do things the way you want without being in the public and competitive eye.  And as we’ve said, you don’t always have to stay indoors.

I don’t know where to start

Walking or jogging are a good place to start.  If you’re more serious and would like more flexibility and variety, sites such as FitnessandLeisure.co.nz can provide you with personalized exercise programmes and online advice to help you get structure, direction and advice.

I don’t have the money to spend on equipment or gym memberships

Basic and worthwhile activities such as walking and jogging cost little more than shoe wear.  But for more convenience, variety, and protection against weather risks, a reliable exercycle can be bought for a few hundred dollars, and strength building tools such as gym balls and resistance band can be got for under $50.