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Three of the best learner cycle trails
Opened in 2011, Sanders Reserve has around 20km of trails with excellent views across the Upper Waitemata Harbour.
Fitness Challenge: Surfing
Instructor Andy Collins assures me the spot is not named after shark attacks, rather shark “sightings” - a long while back.
Weekend leisure: Bowling 'em over
Not only is ten-pin bowling fun, it's a great way to socialise too, writes Cushla Innes.
Gill South: Exercise that counts
Gill South steps up to the challenge and dons a pedometer to inspire action.
Fitness challenge: Beachfront fitness
Each week intrepid reporter Rachel Grunwell will try out a new form of exercise to bring you the lowdown.
Chick on a Bike: Are you race day ready?
The Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge is happening this weekend. Are you ready to race?
Gill South: Splash and grab
Gill South heads for the pool to join an innovative new exercise class learning aqua Pilates.
Fitness challenge: Group Training
Each week intrepid reporter Rachel Grunwell will try out a new form of exercise to bring you the lowdown.
Diabetes expert 'disillusioned' by disinterest
The Government is more interested in Prince Charles' visit than in finding ways to combat the "major epidemic" of diabetes, nutrition and diabetes expert Prof Jim Mann says.
Fitness challenge: French Jive Class
Each week intrepid reporter Rachel Grunwell will try out a new form of exercise to bring you the lowdown.
What happens when a comedian hops on a bike?
They’re a passionate bunch, cyclists. None more so than producer and comedian Jon Bridges, who’s even written a book about cycling. Suzanne McFadden meets him to get the wheel story.
Virtual training for gamers
Is the promise of getting the best personal training on the planet - using an Xbox 360 - enough to get a gamer off the couch and onto the floor?
Fitness challenge: Flying trapeze
Each week intrepid reporter Rachel Grunwell will try out a new form of exercise to bring you the lowdown.
The pleasure and pain of a marathon challenge
Anna Hood tells her story of how she ran 12 half-marathons in six months.
Fitness challenge: Qigong
Each week intrepid reporter Rachel Grunwell will try out a new form of exercise to bring you the lowdown.
Playgrounds for adults
Playgrounds are no longer a domain just for kids. Diana Clement goes in search of the parks around Auckland that cater for adult exercise too.
Fitness challenge: Stand-up Paddleboarding (aka SUP)
Each week intrepid reporter Rachel Grunwell will try out a new form of exercise to bring you the lowdown.
Pelvis risk for female gym buffs
Women can avoid the need for controversial mesh surgery if they stop going so hard in the gym, says a physiotherapist.
Weekend leisure: Waltzing back in time
Keen to experience a different era, Dionne Christian gives Victorian dance lessons a go.