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🌅Holistic Physio | Endurance Coach | Athlete
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51 km for 51 years 🎉🏃

A celebration of another year around the sun—and a reminder of what makes life feel full: meaningful goals, movement, health, friendship, family, and a little adventure close to home.

The day began at 5am under the stars with Coral on the bike, then into a sunrise and laps around the Daisy Hardwick track with Harley. From there, the kilometres became a rolling celebration—bridge miles, surprise catch-ups, friends joining for sections, Stella helping me on the final 2km, and plenty of encouragement when the legs started to feel it.

51 km wasn’t about chasing pace. It was about appreciating a body that can move, people who show up, and the beautiful place we get to call home.

The final kilometres were slow, but the heart was full. And the post-run cake? Absolutely deserved. 🍰

Here’s to setting goals that stretch us, staying healthy enough to chase them, and making more micro-adventures with good people along the way.

Can’t wait for the next one #everfit #motionismedicine #microadventure #51kfor51yrs #holistichealth

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Sub-18 at 50 ✅

I set myself a 2026 goal: run a 5K in under 18 minutes during my 51st year.

Today, I did it.

This goal has reminded me why I love having something challenging to work towards. Not because the finish line is everything, but because of what the process asks of you: consistency, curiosity, structure, and the willingness to keep showing up.
A few lessons from the journey:

1. Make your goals challenging enough to matter. The best ones stretch you and make the small daily choices feel meaningful.

2. Build a routine you can trust. Easy long runs, tempo sessions, hills and speed work, swimming, and strength training all had their place.

3. Don’t wait to feel motivated. Follow the structure and start the session anyway. Most of the time, you’ll be glad you did.

4. Adapt when things don’t go to plan. If running isn’t possible, ride or swim. Keep moving in whatever way you can — it supports more than fitness; it supports your mental wellbeing.

5. Be grateful you get to take part. I’ve stopped waiting until I feel “ready” for an event. If I’m not sick or injured, I’m ready enough.

Most importantly, thank you to the people who make the training joyful: the Tuesday long-run crew, No Wetsuit Wednesday crew, Thursday tempo crew, and Saturday speed team.

You’re more than training buddies — you’re a vital part of my wellbeing plan. ❤️

#everfit #expansivewellness #dailyhabits #community #over50running

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I’ve been swimming for over 45 years. In the past I’ve had to buy a new pair of goggles every season so I could have that fog free advantage for open water swim and triathlon races. Within a few swims my goggles would start to fog and I’d have poor vision which is a disadvantage with sighting.

My new @effortlessswimming goggles are epic. The nano clear technology is baked into the lens! No cheap coating that wears off.

Having great vision in the pool and open water is game changing. It enhances my swim experience and performance.

Get yourself a pair with 15% off using the link in my bio #everfit #swim #saveouroceans #dailyhabits #expansivewellness

🎥Coral @everwelldoctor

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I love challenges mixed in with my usual training sessions. Today I tried to match @michaelbrake over 30sec of rowing. He went 209m. How would I compare to an Olympian? #everfit #dailyhabits #fullbodystrong #expansivewellness

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Three ways to run a 5K:

1. 📈Positive split— go out hard and fight to hold on.

2. 🥜 Even split— settle into the target pace and stay patient. Spread the peanut butter evenly

3. 📉Negative split — start controlled, then build through the second half.

At the Waikato Bay of Plenty 5km Road Championships, the plan was simple: run an even split and chase a sub-18-minute time.

Instead, I got caught up in the early racing and went out too hard. The tight turns and a course that ran long could make for convenient excuses, but the truth is simple: I didn’t break 18 minutes.

I was still pleased to finish second behind Mike Pugh, (50-54yr), but there’s more to take from the race than the placing.

Failure gives feedback. It shows where the plan slipped, what needs work. Curiosity matters most. Maybe the path to getting better is not just training harder, but being willing to change the plan, and race with more patience.

You’re never too old to chase times, test yourself, and stay curious about what might help you improve. Double down on the basics - full body strength, yoga, swimming and change some habits that aren’t serving the goal - poor sleep routine & eating treats after 7:30pm.

The goal is still ongoing. The work continues. 🏃‍♂️#everfit #runningphysio #runningcoach #dailyhabits #fullbodystrong

📸 Fay Smith @smittysmum

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One bonus of speaking events that I’ll never take for granted: it’s not only getting to share my holistic health tips on strength work & positive relationships— it’s the people you meet along the way.

I had the privilege of sharing the stage with two incredible clinicians:

Dr John Cullen

- A true pioneer in joint innovation in New Zealand, including being at the forefront of the country’s first total knee arthroplasty
- Helped introduce early total joint surgeries across the country, with pioneering work in elbow, shoulder, and ankle replacements
- Double Olympian 1960/64 Hockey.
- An extraordinary surgical legacy: 3,000+ total hip replacements and 2,000+ total knee replacements before retiring from active surgery in 2013

Dr. Deirdre Seoighe

- Graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (Honours, 2003)
- Completed a research masters in surgery, helped establish Ireland’s first graduate-entry medical programme.
- Completed specialist registrar training in plastic surgery and achieved fellowship exams in plastic & reconstructive surgery (2015)
- Undertook a burns surgery fellowship at Middlemore Hospital, and is now Clinical Lead for Burns Surgery covering a huge region from Taranaki to Gisborne, while also operating regularly at the National Burns Unit
- Somehow does all of that while being a busy mum of four! Inspiring.

Grateful for the conversations, the shared values, and the reminder that when you step up to speak, you don’t just exchange information — you build community.

Thanks Tamahere Country Club for organising and having us.

#HolisticHealth #Speaking #dailyhabits #Everfit #strength

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Such a privilege to speak with a group of rangatahi at Poutiri wellness centre about wellness, health, purpose, and connection.
My mahi draws on life as a physio, endurance coach/athlete, counselling practitioner, content maker, and someone who believes deeply in living simply, staying connected, and caring for people and planet.

The message was simple: wellness is about the things we do each day that help us feel good, function well, and bring good vibes to our lives and others.

Some of the key takeaways:

Eat real food — mostly plants, fibre, colour, and less processed stuff
Get strong — strength supports function, confidence, and injury prevention
Move daily— motion is lotion. Less screens
Sit less— standing, stretching, and regular movement matter
Prioritise sleep — recovery, brain health, mood, and energy all depend on it
Find purpose — have a reason to get up in the morning
Downshift stress— breathe, pray, walk, get in nature, connect
Do hard things— cold water, challenge, discomfort, growth
Value relationships— whānau, friendship, community, love in action
Care for the whenua— when the land is well, the people are well

A few whakataukī that align beautifully with this kaupapa:
He oranga ngākau, he pikinga waiora — positive feelings in your heart lift your wellbeing
Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi— with your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive
Toitū te whenua, toitū te tangata — when the land is sustained, the people are sustained
Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini — my strength is not mine alone, but comes from the collective
Wellness is not perfection. It’s an ongoing tweaking of habits that nudges us toward health, wellbeing, connection, and meaning.
#wellness #rangatahi #holistichealth #wellbeing #movementismedicine

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I have a love / hate relationship with winter ocean swimming.

I never look forward to getting in, but love the feeling during, and the incredible buzz post swim. My no wetsuit Wednesday lunchtime swim is an integral part of my wellbeing routine.

I’m loving @profgrantschofield new book 📖 CHOOSE YOUR HARD - The science of doing hard sh*t to build health that lasts a life time. Grant talks about 7 truths; no. 4 is the benefit of COLD. We live in a world that strives for comfort - this results in less resilience.

Getting into cold water creates stress that the body and mind adapt to. It teaches the system to return to calm. When you combine the cold with swimming, nature and awesome people it becomes a powerful wellness intervention.

I am happy to introduce anyone to this simple practice. If you want to explore it further please get in touch #everfit #chooseyourhard #dailyhabits #cold #oceanswimming

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Adventure is medicine.

The word adventure comes from the idea of “what is about to happen” — something awaiting us just beyond the familiar. That feels fitting, because adventure doesn’t need to be extreme, expensive, or far from home. Sometimes it’s simply saying yes to movement, nature, and good company.

I love planning “micro-adventures” each week and month. Small outings, close to home, that keep the spark of life flickering. One of my regular adventures is my no-wetsuit swim around Moturiki (Leisure Island), year-round. In winter, the cold ocean adds a whole new edge to the experience — raw, invigorating, unforgettable.

Last month, a few mates and I entered a team in an off-road triathlon at Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake). Andy swam, Harley mountain biked, and I ran. We came away with second place, a solid dose of effort in nature, and most importantly, a brilliant boys’ day out.

Adventure doesn’t just happen — it takes a little intention. And real wellbeing is about so much more than expensive supplements, powders, pills, potions, or peptides taken passively. Holistic wellness is active. It’s earned through moving your body, getting outside, challenging yourself, and sharing the experience with people you enjoy.

So get holistic. Schedule movement in nature with your mates. The benefits don’t just add up — they compound.

What’s your next adventure? #everfit #nature #fellowship #holistichealth

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Brad Dixon @everfitcoach shares what the beach means for our wellbeing and his helpful tips to get you ready ahead of @kqofthebeach on Sunday 19th of April, at the Mount Beach next to Moturiki Island.

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I’m incredibly proud to celebrate 10 years of Everfit Physio & Coaching 🎉

Everfit began on April 1, 2016, and over the past decade I’ve had the privilege of working with so many amazing people. I’m deeply grateful to everyone who has been part of this journey.

A heartfelt thank you to my incredible wife Coral, my daughters Eva & Stella, my referral sources, and all of my wonderful physio, wellness, and coaching clients. Thank you for your trust, your support, and your willingness to do the collaborative mahi required to get better, fitter, and stronger.

Real progress is never passive. It takes consistency, commitment, and a willingness to change habits — and I’m continually inspired by the people I work with.

Everfit’s mission has always been clear: building a healthier society by empowering individuals to blend transformative habits with everyday living for lasting wellbeing.

I’m constantly reminded of the power of simple, positive habits, consistently applied, and the incredible change they can create.

Our society is struggling with health. We often look for quick fixes — pills, powders, potions, and procedures — yet so much of our wellbeing is shaped by the basics: how we move, how we breathe, what we consume, how we connect with others, and how willing we are to lean into discomfort and growth.

Our physical health depends on cardiovascular fitness, full-body strength, and mobility. Our mental health is deeply connected to our physical wellbeing. So much of modern disease is fuelled by disconnection — from one another, from nature, and from ourselves.
Moving our bodies in nature, alongside good people, is one of the most powerful ways to support holistic health. Living more simply and in greater harmony with others and the natural world feels more important than ever.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Everfit over the last 10 years. Here’s to the next chapter 💙#everfit #holistichealth #nature #dailyhabits #fullbodystrong

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I love setting goals to reinforce my training lifestyle. I’ve competed in triathlons in the past, but recently I’ve focused more on open water swimming, running faster, and strength training.

I’m always got a swim and a run goal on the books. I write them down and talk about them with my mates. Turning 50 last year has made me more determined to keep chasing goals that inspire me to be better. My latest goals are -

1) Break 3 minutes for a kilometer in running, and
2) Complete a half-marathon swim (21.1 km). This goal has been on my books for almost 3 years.

Earlier this year, I finally hit the 3-minute kilometer mark (2:59.97 - see my previous post). This weekend, I swam 21.1 km around the Mount and followed with 15 lengths in Pilot Bay.

Life is better when challenges spark daily habits. A big thanks to my training buddies for accountability, and to my awesome wife for the support. Coral reminded me yesterday during a swim break: “If it’s important to you, it’s important to me.”

I can’t wait to start planning my next run and swim goals. I would love to hear your 2026 goals that will help reinforce a lifestyle promoting fitness, strength, and community #runfast #swimlong #dailyhabits #everfit #saveouroceans

Feel free to comment below with your goals or any questions you may have ⬇️ 📸 @everwelldoctor

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