Green Prescription - Sport Northland

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Green Prescription is a support service with the aim of enriching the lives of Northlanders by helping them to achieve their healthy lifestyle goals. If you would like to get more active or make a healthy lifestyle change, we are here to support you with planning, motivation and making it happen!

From one referral to a life-changing routine 💙After joining the Green Prescription programme, Loie and Brendon have tran...
03/06/2026

From one referral to a life-changing routine 💙

After joining the Green Prescription programme, Loie and Brendon have transformed their health, confidence, and connection. What started as a step toward recovery has turned into a weekly routine of gym and aqua classes—up to four times a week!

In just two months, they’ve boosted fitness, built strength, and found a supportive community (and even discovered they enjoy workouts they never thought they would!).

Their journey is a powerful reminder: it’s never too late to start, and small steps can lead to big change. 🙌

(Thanks to our wonderful Nat for her guidance, encouragement, and ongoing support in helping make this journey possible)

Full story below in the comments 👇🏽

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Every day, we’re lucky to work alongside some truly inspiring people 💚After spinal surgery and later a hip replacement, ...
03/06/2026

Every day, we’re lucky to work alongside some truly inspiring people 💚

After spinal surgery and later a hip replacement, Gary Paul was determined to get back to what he loves most – waka ama. With the support of our wonderful Nat who works in the Green Prescription programme, he rebuilt his strength, returning to paddling just weeks after each surgery.

Now in his 70s, Gary trains regularly, paddles up to 20km at a time, and has recently helped his team win silver at Nationals – earning a spot at the 2026 IVF Va’a World Sprint Championships 🌊

For Gary, it’s about more than fitness – it’s about whānau, connection, and lifelong passion.

Thank you for sharing your journey with us Gary - its one that reminds us of the powerful impact of staying active, supported, and positive 🙌

Check out the full story in the comments below 👇🏽

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Every Wednesday at exactly 9:00 am, a small group began to gather behind the old Star Hotel. At first, it was only a few...
08/05/2026

Every Wednesday at exactly 9:00 am, a small group began to gather behind the old Star Hotel.

At first, it was only a few people who came together and thought they could add some movement into their weeks by going on a walk each Wednesday. This was started by the awesome health coach Hallie and her crew at the commercial street surgery.

Check out their story in the comments below 👇🏽

At Sport Northland, our Healthy Lifestyle team are always encouraging participants to stay active, boost their wellbeing...
04/05/2026

At Sport Northland, our Healthy Lifestyle team are always encouraging participants to stay active, boost their wellbeing, and find small ways to move more during the day.

This week, we decided it was time to walk the talk — literally.

Booking into a 35-minute Les Mills Shapes class at Kensington Fitness, the team were not quite sure what they were getting into! Check out the story in the comments below 👇🏽

From overwhelmed to unstoppable 💪When Brigid first connected with Green Prescription, her health felt like it was slippi...
29/04/2026

From overwhelmed to unstoppable 💪

When Brigid first connected with Green Prescription, her health felt like it was slipping away. Today, she’s at the gym up to six times a week, has lost 24kg, is no longer prediabetic, and has rediscovered her love of movement ❤️

With support from Green Prescription, her GP, and the welcoming team at Kensington Fitness, Brigid took one brave step through the gym doors — and never looked back. Confidence has grown, habits have changed, and life feels brighter, inside and out.

Brigid’s message is simple: don’t give up on yourself — and don’t be afraid to ask for support. If you’re ready to start your own journey, call 0800 ACTIVE 📞 We’re here to help.

Check out the full story in the comments below 👇🏽

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If you’re just beginning to build more movement into your life, we know it can already feel like a big step. And with ri...
30/03/2026

If you’re just beginning to build more movement into your life, we know it can already feel like a big step. And with rising fuel prices, even getting to the gym, a group fitness class or gentle activity sessions can feel like an extra challenge.

The good news? There are plenty of simple ways to stay active while keeping travel easy and low‑cost. Many people starting out are already trying small changes that make things feel more manageable:

🌿 Simple Travel Tips That Can Help You Save Fuel
These small habits can make getting to your sessions easier on your budget:

Drive smoothly and take your time — gentle acceleration and steady speeds use less fuel.

Check your tyre pressure — it helps your vehicle run better and more efficiently.

Combine trips — if you’re already going out for shopping or an appointment, you can plan your activity around the same outing.

Ride with others — ask classmates, neighbours, or whānau if they’d like to share the drive.

Look ahead on the road — easing off early rather than braking suddenly can help you save fuel too.

💡 A Few More Ways to Make Getting Active Easier

Keep your car light by removing items or racks you don’t use anymore.

Walk short distances when it feels safe and comfortable — even a few minutes can support your activity goals.

Keep your vehicle well-maintained to help it use less petrol and feel safer on the road.

💚 We love working alongside incredible people in our community — and we’re always grateful when they’re willing to share...
19/03/2026

💚 We love working alongside incredible people in our community — and we’re always grateful when they’re willing to share their journey to inspire others.

Noelene kindly opened up about her own wellbeing journey with us, offering an uplifting reminder that small, consistent steps can lead to big changes.

Her story is a powerful example of how prioritising your health doesn’t have to mean huge leaps — just beginning, keeping at it, and celebrating every win along the way.

✨ Thank you, Noelene, for motivating others to take that first small step toward a healthier, happier life.

(Check out the link to the full story in the comments)

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We are on the lookout for a special person to join our team. If you have a passion for health and wellbeing (including h...
19/02/2026

We are on the lookout for a special person to join our team. If you have a passion for health and wellbeing (including healthy eating, and being physically active), a drive to support individuals / whānau on their hauora journey to make small achievable changes, we want to hear from you!

Check out the link in the comments 👇🏽

💪 Tracy’s Green Prescription Journey 💚Tracy wanted to get active but needed the right support. Through Green Prescriptio...
05/01/2026

💪 Tracy’s Green Prescription Journey 💚

Tracy wanted to get active but needed the right support. Through Green Prescription, she got a trial pass to Kensington Fitness, expert guidance, and monthly check-ins.

She loved it so much she signed up!

Now Tracy enjoys walking, yoga, and strength training 3–4 times a week because, as she says: “It makes me feel good and empowered – mana enhancing.”

Her advice? 👉 “Get out of your own way and start.”

Need support with your activity goals? Call us on 0800 ACTIVE – we’re here to help!

Read the full story below in the comments

🎄 Merry & Mindful Christmas! 🎄This season, keep your bells jingling, your body moving, and your plate colourful!✅ Move M...
18/12/2025

🎄 Merry & Mindful Christmas! 🎄

This season, keep your bells jingling, your body moving, and your plate colourful!

✅ Move More:
• Evening strolls 🌟
• Dance to carols 💃
• Backyard games 🎲

✅ Eat Smart:
• Festive veggie platters 🥦
• Fresh fruit snacks 🍓
• Enjoy treats mindfully 🎂

✅ Balance & Cheer:
• Hydrate 💧
• Rest well 😴
• Sprinkle mini moves ⏱️

Health isn’t about saying “no”—it’s about saying “YES” to joy, balance, and connection.

🎅 Merry Christmas from the Green Prescription Team!

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