Habit Fitness https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles Fitness Mon, 23 Dec 2019 02:48:21 +1300 Fitness en-nz info@lookafterme.co.nz Copyright 2019 HABIT HOLIDAY HOURS https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-12-03/habit-holiday-hours

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Tue, 03 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +1300 Wellington Latest News Newsletters Rehabilitation Auckland Fitness
Functional Training - Training Inspired by Life https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-11-15/functional-training-training-inspired-by-life

Let your life or how you play inspire your training. Habit personal trainer, Jon Serni has prepared a thoughtful and engaging editorial all about functional training, the benefits to this new fitness craze and why you should integrate it into your workout. 8 min read. 

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Fri, 15 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +1300 Newsletters Fitness
Habit Christmas Members Drinks https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-11-05/habit-christmas-members-drinks

Please join the Habit Team for drinks and nibbles. We look forward to seeing you there.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Tue, 05 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +1300 Wellington Fitness Latest News Newsletters Auckland
Five Fitness Myths https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-11-04/five-fitness-myths

“No pain, ngain?” Not exactly. Habit Personal Trainer, Aaron Telfer takes on five common myths. Still trying to coax those abs out for summer? You might be going about it the wrong way.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Mon, 04 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +1300 Fitness
Labour Day Opening Hours https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-10-07/labour-day-opening-hours

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Mon, 07 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +1300 Wellington Auckland Newsletters Rehabilitation Fitness Latest News
Spinning for Mental Health Fundraiser  https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-09-03/spinning-for-mental-health-fundraiser

This September is Mental Health Awareness Week, and the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand is fundraising. 

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Tue, 03 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Fitness Health Solutions
How to do a kettlebell swing https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-09-02/how-to-do-a-kettlebell-swing

In today’s Quick Habit exercise James Keegan shows us how to do a kettlebell swing. You may have a variation on this move which works better for you. Talk to a Habit PT about creating a workout that’s right for you.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Mon, 02 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Health Solutions Fitness
FUNC IT UP - Have you got what it takes https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-08-30/func-it-up-have-you-got-what-it-takes

Looking for your next challenge, Func it up is the capitals newest functional fitness phenomenon. Compete in trios of 3 in an open division, or join the master’s division 40yrs+.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Fri, 30 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Fitness Wellington
Elevate+ - New HIRT Sessions https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-08-30/elevate-new-hirt-sessions

Everyone should be given the opportunity to feel great about themselves, so we’ve created an environment to challenge you and push you to discover the best of your own ability. Better yet, we're now offering you the opportunity to experience our famous full-body High-Intensity Resistance Training sessions in the heart of Wellington's CBD, located at one of the countries most prestigious facilities - Habit Majestic Centre.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Fri, 30 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Fitness Wellington
How to free up your body https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-08-30/how-to-free-up-your-body

Have you ever felt tightness or discomfort in your muscles? Yep, thought so. Habit Personal Trainer Stepanie Challis uncovers the technical cause of these muscle aches and pains and shares some helpful exercises to get relief. Get 20% off all Trigger Point products this September! (3min read) 

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Fri, 30 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Fitness
SUPER GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-08-01/super-group-personal-training

Train like a superhero and do some good in the process. This August we're partnering with Ronald McDonald House Charities to help our communities. For every 10-session SGPT pass, we'll donate 10% to RMHC. Talk to the Customer Care Team at reception. Do good, feel great, this August at Habit.

Starts Monday 5 August.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Thu, 01 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Fitness
How to do a leg extension https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-08-01/how-to-do-a-leg-extension

Habit Platinum Club Manager James Keegan shares how to do a simple leg extension using a kettlebell. This is a great free-weight exercise you can do when other equipment is unavailable.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Thu, 01 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Fitness
How to use Resistance Bands https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-07-31/how-to-use-resistance-bands

Whether you're rehabilitating a specific muscle group or just want to get more out of your workout, don't overlook the humble resistance band. Habit Personal Trainer Poppy Cogswell dives into the many benefits of this flexible piece of exercise gear and shares some handy workouts you can try yourself at home or in the gym.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Wed, 31 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Health Solutions Fitness
TOUR DE SPINNING https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-06-28/tour-de-spinning

Spin & win! To celebrate the the spirt of Le Tour de France, Habit Health & Fitness Clubs are hosting a special spinning challenge during the month of July. Earn points for every spin class you attend from 7 - 29 July.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Fri, 28 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Fitness Wellington Auckland Newsletters
New Technogym Connected Equipment https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-05-30/new-technogym-connected-equipment

We are excited to announce cardio equipment updates at Habit Vero. In July you’ll start seeing Technogym in our cardio space.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Thu, 30 May 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Fitness
Golf Strength and Conditioning https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-05-22/golf-strength-and-conditioning

A relaxing walk with friends in nature, helping to promote fitness, mobility and coordination or a physically and mentally demanding challenge, shocking your body by applying around 180kph of rotational forces through your joints.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Wed, 22 May 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Wellington Latest News Health Solutions Fitness Auckland Newsletters
The Effects of Exercise on your Metabolism https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-05-21/the-effects-of-exercise-on-your-metabolism

No matter what kind of exercise or activity you carry out in your day, you will always require some sort of energy to complete the task at hand. Without our metabolic processes we would not be able to convert the food we eat into fuel for our body and mind.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Tue, 21 May 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Fitness Health Solutions
Swimming for health and wellbeing https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-04-18/swimming-for-health-and-wellbeing

No matter what age, level of health or fitness, everyone will benefit from swimming. This is the magic of the water, and this is why everyone should swim. Jessica is a swim coach at Habit Majestic and available for lessons/coaching.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Rehabilitation Fitness Wellington Newsletters Health Solutions
What is stretching? https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-04-18/what-is-stretching

Stretching, are you doing it right and utilising the best ones for you and your goals? Habit Majestic Personal Trainer Olaf Stenzel walks us through the best stretches.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +1200 Fitness Health Solutions Rehabilitation
Zucchini Fritters With Tomato Salsa https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-03-28/zucchini-fritters-with-tomato-salsa

This delicious healthy snack only has a meal prep time of 20 minutes and has enough servings for 6 people. Perfect for those who are on the go and want a tasty filling snack to get them through the day.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Thu, 28 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +1300 Auckland Health Solutions Fitness Wellington Newsletters
Change up your training https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-03-25/change-up-your-training

Are you wanting to improve your strength, muscle tone and fitness? Many of us think that to achieve this, we need to be lifting heavy weights. Habit Majestic Personal Trainer Steph, explains how this isn't the case and gives us her tips on achieving this with other, less intimidating exercises. 

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Mon, 25 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +1300 Newsletters Auckland Wellington Fitness
Rethinking your fitness goals https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-02-28/rethinking-your-fitness-goals

Are you struggling to stick to your fitness goals? Majestic's Personal Trainer Cam O'Shea talks us through how to plan your goals to help you best achieve them.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Thu, 28 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +1300 Auckland Wellington Fitness Newsletters
Waitangi Day https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-02-04/waitangi-day

Club hours are reduced on Wednesday 6th February as it is Waitangi Day. Find your clubs hours to see what time we are open. 

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Mon, 04 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +1300 Auckland Wellington Latest News Fitness
Exercise Snacking https://www.habit.co.nz/news-and-articles/2019-01-31/exercise-snacking

Have you ever thought about using exercise in the same way you would snack? Movement is extremely important throughout the day and we are not as active as we once were, so it's vital we make conscious efforts to try and move as much as possible. Vero personal trainer Ben Weber discusses ways you can incorporate exercise into your daily routines.

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info@lookafterme.co.nz Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +1300 Health Solutions Newsletters Fitness Wellington Auckland