Sick of Being ‘Good’? How the All-or-Nothing Trap is Wrecking Your Health

by Rich Ellis | Jul 3, 2025 | Health, Immunity, Mental Health, Nutrition, Productivity, Workplace

You start Monday strong, eating clean, smashing your workouts, no wine, no chocolate. By Thursday you’re tired, over it, and reach for the snacks.Then it’s, “Stuff it. I’ve blown it anyway, I’ll start again Monday.” Sound familiar? This is the all-or-nothing trap. It...

Running on Empty? Why Modern Life is Draining You (And How to Get Your Energy Back)

by Rich Ellis | Jul 3, 2025 | Diet, Fitness, Health, Immunity, Mental Health, Nutrition, Productivity, Wellness, Workplace

Ever find yourself saying, “I’m just so tired all the time”, even when you’ve technically had a decent night’s sleep? You’re not alone. I fell asleep in one of my education sessions this week, it weasn’t boring, I was tired! More and more people are running...

Winter Wellness Hacks: Small Shifts That Keep Your Energy High Through the Colder Months

by Rich Ellis | Jun 3, 2025 | Diet, Fitness, Health, Immunity, Mental Health, Nutrition, Productivity, Wellness, Workplace

Let’s be honest, winter can be a bit of a grind. It’s darker, colder, and often wetter. Our routines shift. The doona becomes more tempting than the gym. Salads are swapped for comfort food. We tend to move less, eat more, and feel a bit sluggish. But it doesn’t have...

Are You Getting Enough Protein? (Probably Not)

by Rich Ellis | May 27, 2025 | Coaching, Diet, Fitness, Health, Immunity, Mental Health, Nutrition, Productivity, Wellness, Workplace

You might think protein deficiency only happens to people in developing countries, or maybe those super-restrictive eaters living off celery and air. And technically, you’d be right, true protein deficiency is rare in countries like New Zealand or the U.S. But...

The Great Return-to-Office Debate: Why Mandates Are Backfiring and What Employers Can Do Instead

by Rich Ellis | May 21, 2025 | Coaching, Health, Immunity, Mental Health, Productivity, Wellness, Workplace

As the post-pandemic workplace continues to evolve, a significant tension has emerged between employers pushing for a full return to the office and employees advocating for flexible work arrangements. Recent studies and surveys from the UK highlight a growing...

Dry July: Should You Give Up the Booze for a Month?

by Rich Ellis | May 20, 2025 | Coaching, Diet, Health, Immunity, Mental Health, Nutrition, Productivity, Wellness, Workplace

As July rolls around, so does the annual health challenge that gets Kiwis talking: Dry July. It’s simple in theory: no alcohol for 31 days. But it’s more than just a test of willpower, it’s a chance to boost your health, take a break from the beers or vino, and raise...