Testimonials / Case Studies
Peter B - Parkinson Group Testemonial
Dear Julie
I am writing to you to say how very thankful I am for the Movers & Shakers Exercise and Counterpunch Parkinson’s Boxing Classes that you run.
Prior to starting these classes I was newly diagnosed with Parkinsons. I had experienced several falls and was beginning to feel a high level of anxiety about my health and wellbeing. I thought I’s be needing to use a walking stick or walking frame for support in the very near future.
I joined your classes and I soon began to feel an increase in my confidence and I have really enjoyed participating in the exercises and boxing activities. I feel stronger and I my stability has improved. Both Michael and yourself have made me feel very welcome and I enjoy the social aspect of the classes. I was losing confidence in social settings due to the onset of Parkinsons. I enjoy the way you get everyone to participate and mix with each other and get them smiling. You do this very well. Through your classes I have made new friends who also have Parkinsons. The one-on-one support and encouragement that you and Michael give is outstanding. You encouraged me to give everything a go. Right from the very start I was made to feel welcome. I enjoy the circuit activities on Wednesday’s class especially the ones focused on footwork. I never thought I would enjoy boxing activities but I now do.
Many thanks for your perseverance and ability to encourage participation.
Kind regards
Peter Bolt
Mayara - PH360 Health Coaching
Julie introduced me to the PH360 system and I'm fascinated with the amount of information I've learnt about my health type!
The platform is so complete and covers everything we need to know to improve our health.. things like:
Fitness (Strengthen, tone and play your way to fitness)
Recipes (Find the right recipe for you)
Meal Planner (Plan your week with the right meals)
Lifestyle (Make your lifestyle choices work for you)
Track (Measure, manage and track your results)
Update Measurements (Track your measurements over time)
AND, Julie is super knowledgeable about all health types and she can coach you beautifully through the whole process, making it easy and fun!
Kirstine - Health Coaching plus Personal Training
I am so grateful for the expert advice and support from Julie Mazur in helping me achieve my health and fitness goals. I am still on this journey, but have already seen so much progress in 3 months. With the PH360 programme, Julie identified not only my body type but also introduced me into a new world of holistic thinking about the interconnectedness of my body, mind, and emotions.
The PH360 programme has so much great support, from identifying the right kinds of food to be eating, to online fitness routines, to weekly tips about what to prioritise. Through following this programme and enjoying regular training sessions with Julie, I have been able to lose weight, strengthen my body, and regain mobility after a diagnosis of osteoarthritis in my knees.
I couldn't have done this without Julie. Her fortnightly coaching sessions about nutrition and weight loss and weekly training sessions have led to an energised and healthier me. Julie has the perfect blend of knowledge, practical advice, and positivity to motivate and inspire!
Hannah - Personal Training
Hannah has been doing a combination of in-person and online Personal Training sessions with me since early 2017. Here's what she has to say:
'I am so grateful for Julie supporting me to be fit and healthy, getting me to realise you can exercise effectively anytime, anywhere with anything! Thanks Julie M Fitness for taking away the excuses!!'
Rebecca - Running and Marathon Training
Julie Mazur has been training me with my fitness regime for the past two years and I have found her to be an excellent motivator and very a professional trainer. She is always been available if I have had any question about my exercise and has had excellent communication with me about my program as she rings or meets with me to make sure everything is going well, this therefore helps me keep motivated with the program.
I was previously living in Australia and she had no problems writing me an exercise program and explaining how to do each exercise via phone/skype which makes her a dedicated trainer to her clients... See the full case study here.
Chevy - Running and Personal Training Strengh
In December 2017, I needed some extra help with my training to meet the NZ police fitness requirements. Becoming a police officer was always a dream of mine. Unfortunately, my fitness was below par as it had been a couple of years since I last played any sport.
To help me achieve the fitness requirements I invested in a personal trainer. During my month with the first trainer I had felt we weren’t on the same page to meet my fitness abilities and health issues I was facing. There was some improvement but not at the speed that I needed it to happen.... See the full case study here.
Annika - Running
I can highly recommend a great colleague and personal friend of mine Julie of Julie M Fitness.
When I first met Julie in 2006 I could run maybe 10 or 15 minutes max. Before long Julie had me running a seemingly daunting 10kms and within months of that an unimaginable half marathon. Ironically she even motivated me to do a second half marathon and better my time!
Throw in a duathlon, triathlon and post natal exercise classes and Julie has glided me from fledgling runner to someone who exercises regularly with confidence.
Chicki - Personal Training
I am thankful every single day that I met Julie, she encourages me to be my best me, and through her strength and belief that I can, I am changing my body and my life for the better.
I feel better after every training session. I leave feeling stronger, uplifted, and I am so thankful for Julie and her place as my trainer in my life.
Julie’s caring and supportive nature has meant at times, when I have felt very uncomfortable as an overweight, overworked middle aged woman, that even in a “fitness” environment, I don’t give up. I haven’t stopped putting myself and my well-being first. Thank you Julie! You Rock!
Jane - Personal Training
Julie has been far more than just a personal trainer for me. She’s an amazing support person to have at my side on what can sometimes be a long and extremely stressful journey.
Julie has been right there when I have needed guidance, advice and something to focus on. She always takes into consideration injuries and other health issues, and works with me to get the most out of the time I have with her.
Julie is full of knowledge and experience and is totally invested in her clients and helping them work towards their goals.
Kym - Weight Loss
October 2014 to February 2015 – Kym added Fitcamp sessions 2 times a week to her weekly netball and walking sessions
February 2015 - started running and looking at her eating to sustain energy.
March 2015 – Completed the Rotorua 10.5km trail run event
July 2015 - Focusing more on her nutrition by reducing portions, increasing frequency of eating, removing sugars and starchy carbs from her diet.
