Tag: exercise
Falling Off The Perch
Jason Halford’s thriving sharemilking career was brought to an abrupt halt by burn out. Now he’s sharing his story to help others avoid a similar…
NZ’s Fastest Farmers’ Go Wheel To Wheel
The inaugural Anchor Milk cycle race recently took place near Oamaru. Among the 77 competitors were 28 farmers vying to be recognised as ‘NZ’s Fastest…
It’s not about the cricket
The annual farmer versus grower cricket game recently took place in the Bay of Plenty. Organiser, dairy farmer Stephen Crossan, says a day off farm…
Exercise is good for the body and the brain
In the Thrive Guide for farming women, Karen Williams shares her tips for nurturing and caring for yourself. What is one thrive tip/practice that you have…
Gym for farmers
A home-built gym was the start of Kane Brisco’s journey from milking shed to social media influencer. Kane’s into his seventh year 50/50 share…
A team effort
Although lockdown has made Marian Hirst’s blueberry business more challenging to run, it’s also made her appreciate why she loves the job. It’s blueberry harvest…
Oxman fundraiser for Farmstrong
Entrants into the Oxman triathlon in Canterbury this December are raising funds for rural wellbeing initiative Farmstrong. The event has another rural theme – it’s…
Mark Tree on preventing wrist injuries
Mark Tree is an ex-farmer and a teacher in Winton who is an expert in body conditioning. In this video, Mark explains how to strengthen…
Mark Tree on preventing back injuries
Mark Tree is an ex-farmer and a teacher in Winton who is an expert in body conditioning. In this video, Mark explains how to prevent…
Mark Tree on driving the tractor
Mark Tree is an ex-farmer and a teacher in Winton who is an expert on body conditioning. In this video he explains how to look…
