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But have you ever stopped to wonder if its just us?

Its renowned for its approach to wellness.

woman sweating in the gym

Its a pretty awesome way to prioritize wellness on a national level.

Plus weve got publicly funded healthcare.

Curious how Kiwis stay fit, specifically?

Woman walking on a treadmill at the gym.

But its not just about the active training sessionsrecovery trainingis becoming important in our fitness culture, she adds.

Thats whycontrast therapy, saunas, andbreathworkare gaining attention.

Sports are practically part of our DNA.

Full body female athlete in sportswear using rowing machine during fitness workout in gym.

Boutique fitness is booming

Kiwis love of fitness extends beyond the field, however.

Ahead, find nine tips from Lally and Newsham to help you do so.

Try something that piques your interest rather than forcing yourself to do something your mates enjoy, Newsham says.

Happy woman dancing and listening to music near a green empty wall outdoor in the city.

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Healthy female training in the gym, performing a hip thrust.

Pace yourself

Dont go hard and go homego for a bit and slowly get fit, Newsham says.

This way you wont feel sore for a billion days afterward and be put off and make excuses.

Mix things up

Too much of a good thing becomes a bad thing, Newsham warns.

A young black woman doing post-run stretches in the park on the road amidst green grass and trees.

Switch up your favorites every now and again to prevent boredom or burnout.

Monetize your movement

Not the greatest at sticking to a routine?

Buy proper shoes

Once you find something you like,get the right footwear, Newsham says.

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Nothing everno other event, or business, or workout, or fitness thingcan describe it.

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