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Stay informed with Instinct Fitness’ blog for the latest fitness tips, workout advice, and updates to keep you motivated and on track with your health journey in Wellington, NZ.
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The Best Gyms in Wellington CBD: Which One is Right for You?
The Best Gyms in Wellington CBD: Which One is Right for You? Walking down Thorndon Quay or through the Wellington CBD, you’re spoiled for choice when it comes…
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Back Squats at Instinct: Why Your Knees Hurt (and What We Fix First)
Back squats aren’t the enemy. Ugly positions, rushed progressions, and half‑repped ego lifting are. Here’s how we coach squats at Instinct so your knees feel better and your…
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The 23 Hours: Winning Outside the Gym
What happens in the gym is only 4% of your day. The real magic happens in the other 23 hours. We often obsess over the one hour we…
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CrossFit vs. F45/BFT: What’s the Actual Difference in Wellington?
CrossFit vs. F45/BFT: What’s the Actual Difference in Wellington? The Short Answer If you want to sweat, burn calories, and look good, F45 and BFT are fantastic options.…
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Do You Need to Be Fit to Start CrossFit? The Biggest Myth Debunked
The Short Answer No, you do not need to be fit to start CrossFit. "Getting fit" is the result of CrossFit, not the prerequisite. CrossFit workouts are "universally…
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Round the Bays 2026: A CrossFitter’s Guide to Conquering the Fun Run
The air is electric. The murmur of thousands of runners, the salty Wellington sea breeze, the shared anticipation of the gun. For many, a fun run like Round…
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