ExerciseNZ urges New Zealanders to make movement an essential part of their daily lives

ExerciseNZ (the Exercise Association of New Zealand), is encouraging New Zealanders to kickstart 2025 by making movement an essential part of their daily lives.

With the new year underway and summer in full swing, ExerciseNZ has highlighted how New Zealand provides the perfect backdrop to establish new habits, pointing to activities such as early-morning beach walks, backyard games with family, joining a local exercise class or committing to pre-winter sport season training.

The Association advises “committing to regular physical activity now can set the tone for a healthier and more fulfilling year ahead.”

Emphasising its commitment to supporting New Zealanders in creating a lifestyle fuelled by physical activity and exercise, ExerciseNZ adds “as the national association for the exercise industry, we work to empower individuals and communities by providing the tools, resources, and guidance needed to make physical activity a sustainable part of everyday life.

“Partnering with gyms, exercise facilities, and professionals across the country, ExerciseNZ ensures access to high-quality, safe and inclusive movement experiences for everyone.”

ExerciseNZ highlights some of the work it does to help New Zealanders flourish through movement and exercise:

• Connecting New Zealanders with Local Facilities and Experts: ExerciseNZ supports over 500 gyms and exercise facilities nationwide, ensuring Kiwis can easily find the right space to begin or continue their exercise journey. Whether you're looking for group exercise classes, personal trainers, or specialised programs, ExerciseNZ can help connect you with the right professionals.

• Education and Professional Development: ExerciseNZ provides registration for exercise professionals (REPs), ensuring the industry remains at the forefront of innovation, safety, and inclusivity. This guarantees that all members of the community receive safe and effective guidance tailored to their individual needs when training with a REPS registered individual or facility. .

• Advocating for Exercise and Well-being: ExerciseNZ actively works to promote the importance of physical activity at a national level, advocating for policies and initiatives that make exercise accessible to all. This includes working with workplaces, government, and various community groups to encourage physical activity as a part of everyday life.

• Cultural Capability and Inclusivity: Recognising the diverse needs of the nation, ExerciseNZ is committed to building cultural capability within the exercise industry. This includes fostering environments that are welcoming and inclusive for the diverse cultural population here in Aotearoa.

• Supporting Mental Well-being Through Movement: ExerciseNZ highlights the mental health benefits of physical activity, working to normalise conversations about how exercise can reduce stress, improve mood, and support overall mental well-being.

Images: Club Pilates. Credit: iXponential Fitness.