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Ashley Banks PT, Oamaru Harbour, Oamaru (2026)

31/03/2026

I have a good problem.

Business is picking up - and it’s really exciting - but it’s also shining a very bright light on the thing I’ve always known about myself, organisation is not my superpower. 😅

Being a personal trainer is a one-person business.

It means being my own scheduler, accountant, and admin team — while fitting it all around kids and everything else.

They don’t cover “organisation” in your PT training. They also don’t tell you the amount of time you’ll still spend in front of a computer!

But I’ll take this kind of chaos. It means something’s working. Now I just need to build the systems to match. 🤓🙃

31/03/2026

I have a good problem.

I am getting busy - and it’s really exciting! But it’s also shining a very bright light on the thing I’ve always known about myself - organisation is not my superpower. 😅

Being a personal trainer is a one-person business.

It means being my own scheduler, accountant, and admin team — while fitting it all around kids, life, and everything else.

They don’t cover “life organisation” in your PT training. They also don’t tell you the amount of time you’ll still spend in front of a computer!

But I’ll take this kind of chaos. It means something’s working. Now I just need to figure out the systems to match. 🤓🙃

20/03/2026

Tomorrow I turn 48.

It feels like a weird nothing age between 45 and 50 and sometimes it’s hard to remember!

I’m not mad about it, reaching 48 is definitely better than the alternative, and it feels different to previous birthdays.

Not because I feel old, but because I don’t.

I’m getting to do something I love. For the first time in a long time fitness and looking after myself is a priority rather than something I squeeze into my spare time.

I feel lucky that caring for my “ageing” 🫣 body is now part of my job. But the other important part is helping others look after their ageing bodies

We want to carry our own bags, mow our lawns, get up off the floor without thinking about it - be independent and capable for as long as our bodies will let us.

I don’t want to be a burden to my kids, I want to still be doing things with them … and their kids.

I haven’t been “working out” for decades… I started CrossFit at 43, and I’ve only been solely focused on proper strength training for the last four months. I started late, and I’m still getting stronger.

Through my personal training study, my own experiences, and as I train others, it’s reaffirmed to me that moving your body, building strength, and figuring what you need, can genuinely change the trajectory of your life.

It is never too late to start, I’m proof of that.

And at this age, more important than how you look, is how you live - and how you want to live as you age.

If you’re approaching your 40s, 50, or 60s, and fitness has always felt like it was for someone else, maybe this is your sign to reframe it.

Think about training for your old age, for independence, and for a version of you that can still show up decades from now. 🤍

DM me if you’re ready to get started.

📸 Yanina Tacchini

04/03/2026

I want to talk about a subject that I can totally identify with, because I’ve been here myself - where hiring a personal trainer feels like a luxury you can’t afford.

It’s definitely a financial investment, and for a lot of people, it’s a really hard cost to justify.

When you’re managing a household, raising kids, and paying bills, spending money on yourself feels like it should be at the absolute bottom of the priority list.

I get it.

But here is what I’ve figured out about fitness.

Buying a gym membership you never use because you feel too intimidated to walk through the doors, or you don’t know what to do when you get there is a waste of money.

Spending months doing random exercises with no specific direction can leave you frustrated, overwhelmed, or worse - injured, and you think you might as well give up.

Working with a trainer isn’t about paying someone to just stand there and count your reps, it’s about outsourcing the mental load.

When you work with a personal trainer, all you have to do is show up.

It’s my job to make sure you are moving safely, building actual strength, and following a realistic routine that works for your life and body, rather than against it.

The money you pay is not just for the time we spend in the gym, but the prep that goes into creating your sessions, your programmes and having someone who is totally in your corner wanting the best outcome for you.

It also doesn’t have to mean a massive financial commitment forever.

For some, it’s just a few 1-on-1 sessions to learn the ropes so you can train confidently on your own.

For others, it’s training in a small group to share the cost and have fun with friends, or following a customised app-based programme so you can train on your own schedule.

There are ways we can make it work for your budget and your life.

If you want to chat about what option makes the most sense for you, please send me a message.

📸 Yanina Tacchini 🙏🏻

25/02/2026

Some people believe that if they can’t train four or five days a week, there’s no point in starting at all.

It’s an “all or nothing” mindset that keeps so many people from ever stepping foot on a gym floor.

But the truth is, if you’re just starting out, lifting weights one day a week can deliver up to 70 to 80 percent of the initial strength gains you would get from training three days a week.

This means going from zero sessions to just one single, focused session a week is the absolute biggest return on investment you can get for your health and everyday strength.

You don’t need to overhaul your entire schedule.

If you are juggling a busy household or a demanding job, finding just 45 minutes a week to build a stronger foundation WILL make a difference.

It’s enough to improve your joint health, and it’s enough to make life feel a bit easier.

Consistency will always beat perfection.

If you’ve been holding back because you can’t commit to a massive programme, one day a week is a brilliant place to start.

If you’re ready to carve out that one day for yourself, send me a message and let’s chat about what that could look like.

📸 Yanina Tacchini 🙏🏻

23/02/2026

Hi everyone. Welcome to my page 👋

After wrapping up a lot of years in journalism, and a year of study, I’ve just completed my Level 5 Diploma in Personal Training through the New Zealand Institute of Health and Fitness (NZIHF).

Exercise has been a constant for me over the last decade or so, ever since my youngest was a baby (keeping up with three boys requires a bit of energy!).

While I love a good circuit class or strength session now, I know stepping into a gym for the first time can be really daunting.

Some people maybe have a misconception that the gym is only for people who are “good at sport”, but it’s not like that.

It’s for anyone who wants to feel a bit stronge, and a bit healthier. We all deserve to carve out some time for ourselves.

That’s a big part of why I decided to do this - I’m really keen to help beginners navigate the gym floor, move past the intimidation, and build confidence at their own pace.

I’m keen to share something I love with as many people as possible.

My goal is to help you build a workable routine that fits into a busy lifestyle.

I’m also passionate about helping teens who might not have found a sport or activity they love or think they’re good at.

I’m currently building up my client base, so if you’re looking for some guidance to get started, please reach out.

I’d love to hear from you 🫶.
Send me a
message, or email ashleybanks.pt@gmail.com

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