the way we THRIVE

The seeds of world record-holder Sam Ruthe’s success may have exploded into full bloom recently, but they were sown nearly eight decades ago. Jamie Troughton retraces the remarkable story of a family of runners, which could be culminating in the current generation.

TheLab Athletic Club, a HYROX-accredited facility, is elevating fitness right here in Tauranga.

HYROX is the new fitness trend taking the world by storm. But what is it and why has it become so popular, so fast? UNO investigates.

Women and girls rugby in the Bay of Plenty is growing fast, but behind the progress are real challenges, and a community working hard to bridge the gaps.

Turns out there’s more to running than just putting on sneakers and hitting the pavement. Whether you’re 25 or 65, staying injury-free, fueling right and building strength are key to making it stick.

Sam Ruthe hit the headlines after a phenomenal summer of running, becoming the youngest in history to break the four-minute mile. Much of the talented Tauranga teen’s success, however, can be shared between his amazing support crew and a burgeoning squad of local runners pushing each other to great heights.

The newly formed Re-Belles is a collective of wāhine lifeguards over 50 years of age, who are challenging traditions, uniting women and inspiring the next generation of surf life savers.

Karen Humphreys threw herself into fitness as she grieved the loss of her son, never imagining she’d one day set a world record by squatting almost double her body weight.

Pro triathlete Hannah Berry has had a whirlwind year on the world stage. She’s back in the Bay for summer, and loving the lifestyle of her home base

Quest Nutrition’s top tips to get you back on track and working towards your fitness goals.

Rachael Ferguson’s stage four cancer diagnosis was a stark reminder that health really is our wealth

Owners and couple Ariana Grant and Kaz Adams give us the lowdown on one of the Mount’s newest fitness hubs.

Float’s owner and fitness fanatic Louise Kirkham loves introducing a new form of exercise to newbies.

Editor-turned-fitness-aficionado Hayley Barnett talks setbacks, swimwear and sugar… And approaching the silly season with a renewed sense of purpose.

It’s mind over body for editor Hayley Barnett as she trains for her first marathon.

Editor Hayley Barnett faces her fitness fears - and the dreaded fat scanner - to embark on a year-long self-improvement journey.

Clubfit’s Stu Stevenson says it’s time to take control of your health and wellbeing now, not tomorrow.

It’s all good to want to look great, says our Clubfit manager fitness columnist Stu Stevenson, but is that your true measure of success?

F is for functional, friendship and fun - and forty-five minute group workouts that really deliver results, as Nicky Adams finds out.

An exercise revolution is afoot at this Mount gym. We spoke to co-owner Beth Ratcliffe about their purpose.

Omokoroa’s gym for everyday people, VPT welcomes folks from all walks of life.

Its availability at not one but two sites – one in Tauranga and one at the Mount – isn’t the only thing that makes this gym ultra-accessible.

You might catch a glimpse of boxing champ Joseph Parker when you work out at this budding super gym.

Olly Coffey helps people out of wheelchairs and onto their feet. Daniel Dunkley visited his NeuroPhysics Therapy centre at the Mount to discover how he does it.

Along with the cold, winter can bring loneliness, low motivation and social withdrawal. Cass Hogan of Fontein Coaching offers advice on how to support yourself through it.

Registered nurse and director of Cashmore Clinic, Leanne Cashmore, says taking a seasonal approach to caring for your skin can make a significant difference to how it looks and feels year-round.

Shelley Pullar of Salon G reveals this season’s top hair trends, as well as the challenges her clients are up against this winter.

One Mount Maunganui clinic is bringing cutting-edge mental healthcare closer to home, with a groundbreaking treatment offering new hope for depression.

New Zealand’s surrogacy laws belong to another era. Decades on from being written, the families caught up in them are paying an enormous price.

Where weight loss and appearance medicine are concerned, you want your goals to be deeply considered. This time, at these clinics, it’s personal.

Hindsight may be 20/20, but you’d be better off having an accurate picture of your eye health sooner rather than later. Optometrist Mariam Baissy from Bay Eye Care explains why silent eye diseases often go unnoticed.

Early detection of bowel cancer is a passion project for Dr Clive Price.

Target what matters and skip what doesn’t. Leanne Cashmore from Cashmore Clinic shows us what to do and where to do it, using subtle, considered treatments for a fresher look.

Salon G’s Shelley Pullar shares her top tips to revive sun-soaked hair, keeping it glossy and effortlessly stylish well into autumn.

Bay Eye Care’s Alex Petty on why dry eye is becoming the new norm and how to combat it.

For 30 years, ADO Hair salon in Tauranga has put the luxe into locks.

The injectables industry is booming, driven by a desire to take control of ageing. But for many, questions still linger. UNO looks into the world of cosmetic injectables, with three renowned BOP experts.

Cashmore Clinic’s Leanne Cashmore reveals why more people are choosing steady, regenerative treatments that age well.

Shelley Pullar from Salon G presents the ultimate summer hair survival guide.

Romy Kerr from Genetic Insight explains how understanding your DNA can protect your health, and your family’s future.

Bay Eye Care’s Alex Petty reveals life-changing technology that literally transforms how you see the world.

Why sleep is your body’s superpower and how we’re getting it all wrong.

The region’s first ADHD clinic brings together leading minds and lived experience, in a place where families feel seen.

Katrina Ross teaches us how to glow inside and out.

If your skin has lost its spark, Cashmore Clinic’s Leanne Cashmore has the solution.

Optometrist Alex Petty opens our eyes to smarter eye care, new tech and lifelong sight.

Salon G’s Shelley Pullar brings a fresh perspective this spring, with soft layers, natural texture and colour that enhances every angle.

Blending decades of international expertise with a warm, family-focused approach, DentalPlus is redefining modern dental care in Tauranga.

Salon G’s curl specialist, Shelley Pullar, explains how easy it is to set your curls free.

Cashmore Clinic’s Leanne Cashmore explains how Profhilo is changing the game in skin rejuvenation.

Alternative healing is becoming more and more mainstream. UNO looks at three thriving Bay businesses focusing on innovative therapies to help people heal and transform their wellbeing.

Leanne Cashmore from Cashmore Clinic talks the latest miracle beauty treatment and how to maximise its benefits.

Get to know Shelley Pullar, UNO’s new columnist, bringing fresh insights and expert hair advice.

Anna Hayes from Skinvae might be new in town, but she’s an expert in her field – and knows how to build a successful business from the ground up.

Nicky Adams helps you find what works for your look and lifestyle.

This season is awash with inspiration.

Watch as fashion flourishes this season.

Bond & Co celebrates a decade downtown, and the timeless art of tailoring.

Texture is everything this winter.

Feel inspired to freshen up your personal runway.

Say hello to a warm weather aesthetic.

No longer just a budget-friendly option, recycled fashion has transformed into a cultural phenomenon – with celebrities and brands joining in.

Stay cool on the outside, toasty on the inside.

Break out a new look this autumn.

Owner of an iconic Tauranga store, Wendy Simister of Wendys Boutique, celebrates 40 years in fashion.

Versatility is key for the wardrobe this season

Spring into action with trans-seasonal pieces

Keep cosy but cool with key elements this season

Mount Maunganui photographer and creative Tasha Meys, better known on Instagram as @tastefullytash, shares her top winter footwear picks from SOLECT.

Sister boutiques Urban Vogue and George Edward keep fashion at the forefront.

Wardrobe staples to see you through autumn and beyond

Jason Dovey is known as the best in the biz. Even 007 himself would approve of his crisp collars and on-trend tailoring.

Wardrobe staples to see you through spring and beyond.

Swing into spring with Moochi’s most sustainable collection yet. Natura offers organic and eco-conscious wardrobe refreshers, designed for effortless contemporary dressing.

Spring sandals, sneakers and everything in between.

Looks you can’t live without this winter

Our picks from Galleria, Moochi’s latest offering.

All that glitters

Sandali introduces its latest range

Solect specialises in quality shoe brands that stand on their own two feet.

Adding a new jewel to its crown is paying off for one of Tauranga’s oldest businesses. Peet Jewellers is close to celebrating the first birthday of its elegant and welcoming Willow Street showroom, which has proven to be a hit among a growing customer base.

Leading fashion store Wallis has been rebooted and is back at the Mount with all the labels you know and love.