NextStep New Zealand Whakatane

NextStep New Zealand Whakatane Exercise and Recovery Centre NextStep Whakatane is bringing the latest in neuro recovery to the local area. Check the website for the latest services available.

25/05/2026

Is your core actually strong enough?

Your core is more than just abs — it includes the muscles around your spine, hips, and pelvis that keep you stable, upright, and pain-free every single day.

Try this simple test: Can you hold a plank for 30-60 seconds with a flat back, neutral spine, and no hip sagging? If not, your core might need some attention!

At Next Step, we assess all areas of your core — not just the surface muscles — and build a programme tailored specifically to you. From deep stabilisers to rotational strength, we’ve got it covered.
Book your appointment with us today and let’s build a stronger foundation together! Email [email protected]

22/05/2026

🦵 Don’t skip your calves!

Your calf muscles do more than you think — they power every step you take, support your ankles, pump blood back to your heart, and play a huge role in balance and stability. Yet they’re one of the most overlooked muscle groups in training!

Adding calf-focused exercises into your routine can improve your posture, reduce injury risk, and keep you moving strong for years to come.

Strong calves = a stronger foundation.

Want a full exercise program designed to improve overall body strength — including the calves — book at appointment today!

19/05/2026

Did you know exercise can sharpen your coordination?

Movement isn’t just about fitness — it trains your brain and body to work together. Activities like balance exercises and resistance training strengthen the neural pathways that control how you move, react, and stay steady on your feet.

Whether you’re an athlete, recovering from injury, or just wanting to move better in daily life — consistent exercise is one of the best tools for improving coordination, reducing fall risk, and building body confidence.

Start small, move often, and watch the difference!

Need help getting started? Email [email protected] to get started

17/05/2026

Happy Monday!

Ready for an active week ahead?

If you’re finding it difficult to stay consistent, come on in and out team will get you on the right path that suits you and your lifestyle!

14/05/2026

Happy Friday everyone!!

Your friendly reminder to get your movement in before the weekend 🚶 💪

13/05/2026

Parkinson’s strength and balance class every Thursday 11am-12pm.

Have or know anyone with Parkinson’s - we match all ability levels!

Help make a positive impact!

12/05/2026

Struggling with back pain?

Want to build a strong robust back?

Book and appointment today at Next Step and we’ll guide you to a more pain free and mobile life!

Email: [email protected] to start!

22/04/2026

Deadlifts aren’t just for powerlifters — they’re for EVERYONE 💪

Picking something up off the floor is one of the most fundamental human movements. When you train it properly, you build real-world strength that carries into everything you do — from carrying groceries to getting up off the floor with ease as you age.
Strong posterior chain. Better posture. More confidence.

🌀 Checking in on our Whakātane whānau 🌀What a wild Sunday with Cyclone Vaianu hitting our region hard. We hope everyone ...
14/04/2026

🌀 Checking in on our Whakātane whānau 🌀

What a wild Sunday with Cyclone Vaianu hitting our region hard. We hope everyone in our community came through it safely — whether you rode it out at home, evacuated, or are still dealing with the aftermath.

If you’re still cleaning up or waiting on power to come back on, please take care of yourselves first. Your health and safety always comes before your training goals!

We’re thinking of everyone affected — particularly those in Ōhope, Thornton, and the coastal areas who faced the brunt of it. 💙

02/04/2026

This one means everything to us!

When this legend first came to see us, stepping up onto a single step was a real challenge. Today? He’s smashing supported lunges like it’s nothing.

But the numbers on a programme or in the gym is never really what this is about. It’s about what those gains unlock in real life.
For him, that looks like:
- Getting down on the floor with his grandkids
- Doing more around the house independently
- Travelling and exploring
- & dancing again 🕺

This is why structured, progressive exercise matters. Small, consistent improvements compound into life-changing results — and every single person deserves to access that!

If his story resonates with you or someone you love, we’d love to similarly help you.
Book in with us today! [email protected]

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43 Kakahoroa Drive
Whakatane
3120

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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