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Quick Summary Bodyfix is proud to support the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ by raising funds and hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast on 21 May 2026. This event brings our community together to raise awareness, support those affected by breast cancer, and contribute to life-saving research and education across New Zealand. Why This Matters Breast cancer … Read more

In February, the Bodyfix crew got behind The Push-Up Challenge to support mental health in Aotearoa. It’s a simple idea with real impact: show up each day, move your body, and raise funds for the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand (MHF). As part of the campaign, participants aim to complete 2,000 push-ups between 5–27 … Read more

Define scope: the link between regular exercise and mental health. If you’ve ever wondered how regular exercise affects mental health, the short answer is: profoundly and measurably, and in ways that influence your everyday life. The link between regular physical activity and mental well-being is one of the most well-established findings in modern health research. … Read more

Every New Year brings a renewed rush of motivation. In fact, around 48% of adults set New Year’s resolutions, with fitness and health consistently ranking at the top. Yet despite the good intentions, many people abandon their gym goals within weeks. The difference between short-lived motivation and long-term success comes down to effective New Year’s … Read more

We are beyond excited and incredibly proud to announce that Bodyfix Gym Christchurch has taken home two major national honours at the 2025 Exercise New Zealand Awards: These awards recognise excellence, innovation, and outstanding impact within New Zealand’s fitness and wellbeing sector. To be acknowledged at this level — and in two of the most … Read more

We are beyond excited and incredibly proud to announce that Bodyfix Gym Christchurch has taken home two major national honours at the 2025 Exercise New Zealand Awards: These awards recognise excellence, innovation, and outstanding impact within New Zealand’s fitness and wellbeing sector. To be acknowledged at this level — and in two of the most … Read more

Introduction to Bone Health Bone health is fundamental to maintaining strength, mobility, and independence as we age. Strong bones support your muscles, protect vital organs, and allow you to move with confidence. However, as we grow older, our bone mass and muscle strength naturally decline — increasing the importance of regular physical activity. One of … Read more

When it comes to getting healthier, most people talk about wanting to lose weight. However, the distinction between fat loss and weight loss is crucial to understand if you want to achieve lasting results. Dropping kilos on the scales doesn’t necessarily mean you’re losing body fat—it could be water weight, or even muscle tissue. For … Read more

The Importance of Physical Activity as we move through life We say it time and time again but regular physical activity, including strength training, is crucial for healthy ageing and maintaining everyday function. Alongside aerobic exercise, resistance training helps build strength, supports balance, and makes daily tasks easier.  At Bodyfix we say ‘Simple daily movement … Read more

Why 90% of People Stick to Their Fitness Routine After Getting a Gym Membership Establishing a consistent fitness routine during our busy lives can be challenging, but research shows that gym memberships are crucial in helping individuals maintain their exercise habits. At Bodyfix Gym, we understand the factors that contribute to this success and are … Read more