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Mark Norris has worked as a gym coach, studio manager and personal trainer in many different types of gyms over the years.
He thinks his new business, Body Fit Training Whangaparāoa (BFT), has the perfect mix, being based on classes with experienced coaches backed with the latest on-screen heart monitor technology.
BFT is a nationwide franchise, and the Whangaparāoa gym, which is on Whangaparāoa Road next to Wendy’s, covers the whole Hibiscus Coast.
Mark says the classes attract all age groups and fitness levels – from people who want to lose weight and improve fitness to athletes who want to push themselves.
The 50-minute long classes are a mix of strength-based work and cardio, all on brand new equipment and with coaches to guide and encourage each individual.
“We get to know all the regulars – it has a real community vibe,” Mark says.
BFT classes are based on science but also designed to be fun.
During the workout participants wear a heart rate monitor which is displayed on a screen on the wall. This screen also provides a guideline heart rate for each exercise, motivating people to improve.
Mark studied sports science but it was when he first worked in a gym that he knew this was the career for him.
What drew him to the fitness business was the satisfaction he gets from helping people.
“I still remember my first client, who was so overweight he couldn’t tie his shoelaces. Seeing the changes in clients is what motivates me.”
Business Directory: BFT Whangaparāoa
