New Zealand’s Top Ten Health & Fitness Websites
Drum roll please! Here they are: New Zealand’s official top 10 online health & fitness resources as ranked by weddings.co.nz. Each site has something unique about it & is a leader in its category so enjoy! 1) ActiveSmartIf you want to improve your cardiovascular health, ActiveSmart offers running, walking, cycling, and will include triathlon training plans tailored to your personal situation. After answering a series of questions about your current fitness level, medical history, and amount of time you have to train, the site selects a fitness routine that suits your needs. ActiveSmart also offers comprehensive nutrition plans, plus articles on an array of topics from working out to eating right. 2) Fitness Evolved’s Facebook Personal Trainer Ever wish you had year-round access to a personal trainer to motivate you and address all your exercise and nutrition questions? Then your wish is granted here! A real-life personal trainer from Fitness Evolved, an Auckland-based provider of fitness boot camps, checks in every day (including weekends) to answer questions on a wide range of fitness-related topics & all you have to do is like the page to get access. 3) Sports GroundIn search of instruction or a group devoted to a particular sport or activity? Just click on “Find Your Club or School” and select your location and the type of sporting club you are interested in. Every possible category from rugby and paragliding to kendo and disability sports is represented here. I defiantly like. 4) Pharmacy DirectStaying healthy is not only an important part of keeping fit, but a key component of a happy life. Whether you’re looking for dietary supplements to assist your fitness routine or the best place to order prescription medication, Pharmacy Direct offers the most competitive prices around. 5) Body ImpressCreated to provide an online resource for seekers of reliable health and fitness information, Body Impress offers a catalog of over 200 exercise videos that include everything from full workout programmes to demonstrations of correct weightlifting technique. They recently added an online body transformation course for those wishing to trade in their couch potato status for a more toned appearance. 6) Ideal HealthThis holistic pharmacy offers a fantastic selection of healthy supplements from vitamins and bodybuilding aids to herbs and homeopathic remedies as well as natural household and skin care products. You’ll also find a wealth of information about nutrition and wellness, and a team of naturopaths stands ready to answer your health questions in the “Ask the Expert” forum. 7) Workout Right NowWorkout Right Now was created to provide new mums who can’t get away from home an online gym featuring video and audio workouts tailored specifically to their needs. The site allows you to follow a structured exercise programme without having to rearrange the rest of your schedule. 8) Mission NutritionThe dietitians at Mission Nutrition design individualized nutrition plans to help you “get from where you are to where you want to be.” Run by Claire Turnbull, the nutritionist for Healthy Food Guide Magazine and various TV and radio shows, this site offers nutrition tips and ideas, helpful articles, and personalized advice. 9) Huckleberry FarmsIf you’re looking to improve the quality of your diet and get away from processed foods, you’ll want to check out the web presence of Huckleberry Farms, a supermarket specializing in natural and organic products. Their site not only offers online shopping, but also serves up great-tasting recipes, informative articles, and an “Ask the Naturopath” feature. 10) Cancer SocietyDid you know that New Zealanders have one of the highest skin cancer rates in the world? As the incidence of many types of cancer continues to rise throughout New Zealand, the Cancer Society of New Zealand provides you with a host of information to reduce your risk and maximize your likelihood of staying healthy. Voted by: Weddings.co.nz and Fitness Evolved.
