WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“I first started training with Karen about 3 years ago when, after having my second baby, I wanted to lose weight, tone up and gain some general fitness. When I started with Karen, I had never trained and was too self conscious to go to a gym. Over my training time, I have definitely gained confidence, changed my body shape, lost a few kilos and am now the fittest I have ever been (yes, I actually do enjoy exercise…I never thought I would say that!). Karen is knowledgeable, professional, fun, energetic and motivating. I have always found our workouts to be challenging and full of variety, where Karen is the right mix of being tough and pushing me, through to finding out how I feel and what I can handle that day. I have always found her to be warm, caring, easy to talk to and genuinely happy for me when I achieve my goals. I would recommend Karen to anyone!”
— danielle, mullumbimby
“I found to motivate myself to get to the gym or do any training was close to impossible so I sought the help of Karen. I have been working with Karen for just 6 weeks now and I'm already feeling a difference in my body. Within the first two weeks I lost 2kg and 2cm off my hips and thighs. Woohoo!!!
Karen is extremely attentive throughout the entire workout, helping me get the most customised program I can. She gets me motivated even when I don't feel like working out. She is very professional, and most of all makes working out fun. Karen has a great energy and that has been a big part in helping me get results so soon. So far I am very happy with my progress and it's only going to be better. I have no hesitation recommending Karen to anyone.”
— andrea horrex, pallara qld
I have trained with Karen Wood for more than 6 years, having met her at the excellent and creative fitness classes she designed and ran at Spirit Gym, Byron Bay. The hour a week I spend with Karen keeps me on track with my overall fitness and wellbeing program. It is varied and interesting and Karen is always sensitive and alert, positive and encouraging. I have referred friends to her and it has been helpful to discuss the rehabilitation program of my mother who recently had a knee replacement operation.
Karen is knowledgeable, analytical, practical and caring and in my opinion, is very suited to working in the health care field, preventative, rehabilitation or in any other capacity. Anyone would be extremely fortunate to have the opportunity of working with her.
— caroline, mullumbimby
I have known Karen Wood for over a year and was recommended to her by my doctor after previously having a stroke. I have found her to be extremely good and very professional while working on my inner core strength. She understands my physical capabilities, inabilities and weaknesses, as I am a Vietnam Veteran. My fitness has improved dramatically due to her caring and understanding techniques. Karen does not give me any exercise that I am incapable of performing. I would recommend her to any person of any age group.
— graeme, ocean shores
“My name is Emily; I am 54 years of age and have been a practising registered nurse for 33 years. I slipped on a wet floor whilst at work and as a result sustained an injury to my lower spine. I am passionate about my nursing career and my goal has always been to return to full pre-injury duties - I must say that the road to full recovery has been long!
Karen inspired me; I wanted to achieve each goal that was set and she always made me feel good about what I was doing and we had fun along the way. Even though it was tiring at first, the results of the 3 month gym program set and assessed by Karen was really starting to pay off. My fitness and overall strength was improving quite rapidly. Karen's energy and obvious passion for exercise encouraged me to want to do more. Each time we met my progress was evident. Karen's kind and generous nature made her a pleasure to be with and as such her positivity and encouragement spurred me on to achieve the desired results.
The skills that I now have, thanks to Karen, will benefit me for the rest of my life, and my goal of returning to pre-injury Nursing duties in now a reality. Karen’s professionalism is outstanding, she is fair and genuinely wants the best results for her clients. I cannot thank her enough for the time, skills and friendship that she has given to me.”