Sound Mind, Sound Body Series: Freina Sands

Oct 03, 2023 “It seems crazy that I’ve been running for over 20 years now. When I think back to all the fitness trends that have passed through the world over that time, I never would have thought running would be the one that had me hooked. But here we are. Over two decades of unbelievable personal development and my enthusiasm remains as high as ever. I don’t think there’s an activity quite like it! Being this mad about running is certainly not what I would have predicted when I lined up for the Breast Cancer Fun Run in London in 2002. My only objective that day was to not come last! In fact, I was so scared of doing that, that I trained for 8 weeks in the leadup!”

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Sound Mind, Sound Body Series: Nicole George

May 30, 2023 20 years ago, Nicole George found herself on the start line of the KeriKeri Half Marathon. Armed with minimal training under her belt and a level of naivety around what was ahead of her, she managed to find her way to the BBQ and beers at the finish line and proceeded to spend the next 3 days in a state of shuffle. Sitting hurt and walking the stairs stung. She swore she would never do a running event again.

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Sound Mind, Sound Body Series: Courtney Bragg

Dec 15, 2022 For Courtney Bragg, running has been a reliable form of contemplation where she can process her thoughts and clear her mind. “I have always felt running has given me a mental break from day-to-day life, kept me driven and given me clarity. To me, the feeling after a run is truly unmatched by any other type of physical activity.”

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Sound Mind, Sound Body Series: Heather Reed

Oct 31, 2022 “The reality is, it’s probably going to suck… there are the odd cases of individuals who innately love to run, but I think I speak for most of us when I say, running does not start off ‘fun’!

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Sound Mind, Sound Body Series: Harrison Sanders

Oct 17, 2022 After losing his Nana and Cousin in short succession in 2015, Harrison Sanders found himself in need of an outlet. An outlet that would give him a sense of purpose.

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Sound Mind, Sound Body Series: Lisa Harcourt

Sep 29, 2022 Lisa Harcourt was someone who would go for a few runs one week, and then do nothing for a couple of months. While she enjoyed running, for a number of years she hadn’t been able to settle into a consistent groove. She hadn't found that regular routine that would allow her to fully benefit from the activity.

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Sound Mind, Sound Body Series: Nick Sautner

May 18, 2022 In charge of one of New Zealand’s most iconic sporting venues, Nick Sautner relishes the chance to stay active. The CEO of Eden Park knows when he prioritises looking after his body and mind through exercise, he’s at his best. And he wants his staff to feel the same so they too can be at their best – inside and outside of work.

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Sound Mind, Sound Body Series: Claire Turnbull

Dec 07, 2021 As a professional speaker, author, mother of two, and the founder of Mission Nutrition, it’s a wonder Claire Turnbull has the energy to do it all. We caught up with Claire as she talked us through all things positive psychology, nutrition, and the relationship between one's physical wellbeing and mind.

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Sound Mind, Sound Body Series: Nicole van der Kaay

Nov 01, 2021 For Nicole van der Kaay, triathlon was her first love. From a young age racing across the three disciplines of swimming, biking and running she quickly knew her passion and thrived on the adventure of the sport. Growing up in Taupō amongst a strong triathlon culture proved to be the perfect place to nurture that love, leading her to begin competing nationally and internationally.

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Sound Mind, Sound Body Series: Dan Jones

Sep 29, 2021 Running coach and elite marathoner himself, Dan Jones, was born to run. Raised by a family of runners spanning generations as members of the Whakatane Harrier Club he puts it well, “Running is in my blood. Straight out of the pram kicking and screaming and into the Blue and Yellow singlet (the love for running would come about a bit later on).”

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Sound Mind, Sound Body Series: Kim Harvey

Jul 28, 2021 Based on their seemingly endless energy levels, it's often assumed that leading a healthy and active lifestyle is something that comes with the territory of being a kid. However, the digital world and easy access to unhealthy snacks can steer children in the opposite direction of health. Plus participation in team sports just isn’t enough to keep youth healthy. It takes more to ingrain good habits in the “iPad generation”.

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Sound Mind Sound Body Diaries with Ardie Savea

Jul 04, 2021 All Blacks star, Hurricanes captain, and outspoken mental health advocate; Ardie Savea shares the positive mental benefits he found during his own setbacks and disappointment. 

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