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Amiria

I have played several sports over the years, with currently my main focus being netball. I play both standard 7-aside and more recently have taken the opportunity to play mixed indoor netball for a local Hamilton club. This experience has provided me with a new challenge of playing in a mixed team which has been really interesting to adapt and challenge my personal skillset. I enjoy playing teams sports as having an inclusive culture and environment is really important to me. I’ve been fortunate to play for clubs and teams where everyone looks out for each other as a family, this in turn making my overall experience of the sport and activity that much more positive.

I enjoy keeping busy and have found difficulty when sports I am involved with aren’t as time demanding, although this can work for some, I like to fill my time with trainings and games. My current team trains once a week with a tournament once a month, to supplement this I train additionally outside of normal hours and as I am a shooter need to keep practicing at that! I would like to be able to achieve bigger things than where I am playing at right now and hopefully one day go elite. I always get this rush of adrenaline that keeps me going when I am training/playing and this feeling, along with having people supporting me, is always something to keep me going. I feel alive and ready for anything.

My team that I played in last year was only a starting point in my netball journey. With an amazing team and coach, I develop and continue to grow my netball knowledge and skillset. I see teams like the Silver Ferns and Sunshine Coast Lightening play, and they make me want to push myself so that one day I could be playing on those courts.

Advice that I would give to other girls and women to help them on their journey to get active is to just give it a go and whether it’s for you or not there will be something that is your taste. Sport is always something that I have really enjoyed and I’m sure it will bring a smile to your face.

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    "The rush you get from being active, and achieving your physical goals, is unmeasurable"

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    "I love the feeling when you're all sweaty, tired and out of breath because you know you've tried your best and pushed yourself as far as you could"

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  • Courtney

    Courtney

    "I like getting fit, competing and winning medals. I like to have big strong muscles"

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  • Sarah

    Sarah

    "So often as a mum you are doing things for other people, so being physically active makes me feel good in that I’m doing something positive for myself"

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  • Jo

    Jo

    "I enjoy the social aspect of being physically active, when it’s not too serious and it’s just about learning new skills or getting out of the house and having fun"

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  • Trinity

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    “I don't like sitting around and being bored. I love participating in team sport and putting goals in place to achieve.”

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  • Sirtori

    Sirtori

    “Never give up, keep pushing even when times are hard, and love yourself. Find your passion and grow because your only competition is yourself”

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  • Colleen

    Colleen

    “Being active is important to me. I want to live a healthy life and movement is a big part of that”

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    "For me, sport and physical activity has offered me opportunities to make friends for life and memories I will never forget"

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    Jess

    "I’m now convinced that I am not in competition with anyone and it doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks anyway. I know I’m never going to win races but as long as I am trying my best to be a better me than I was yesterday then I am winning at life"

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  • Dawn

    Dawn

    "Not being the one sitting on the sidelines watching and being able to role model how to stay healthy and fit to my children so that they grow up believing being active is a part of everyday life and sharing all these wonderful adventures with them, it makes my heart sing"

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  • Linda

    Linda

    “Quite often when you can’t be bothered or you’re feeling sluggish and tired you can surprise yourself on how well you’ll do. Just get out the door, breathe in some fresh air and take some time for YOU, because you deserve to be HAPPY and HEALTHY!”

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  • Tracey

    Tracey

    “Start out with small steps and milestones like walking around the block without stopping, going to that first group fitness class or jumping in the water for the first time in 10 years or so”

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    Rae

    “I feel a lot happier when I'm active. A run or a swim will always clear my head”

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  • Pele

    Pele

    “You have got to have a positive attitude and just get out there. Keep moving, stay focused, because life is way too short to waste your time not doing what you love to do. Just do it”

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    Marie

    “By valuing ME more, I started to recognise myself and all of my qualities. Now I’m proud of who I am”

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    Jess

    “I find I am generally a better human being and can give more when I keep active”

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    Dianne

    “Being active amazes me at what my body can achieve, after all I have put it through. It amazes me how it can heal”

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    Katrina

    "Find something that you enjoy doing and make the time to do it. You’re not being selfish; you’re looking after yourself. The best time to start is today"

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    Anne

    “Running and working out are my antidote to the everyday stresses of life. When I’m not active I find it harder to switch off and view things in perspective. Sweating through activity means I don’t sweat the small things in life”

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    “Being active makes me feel like I’m using my body for good. It makes me feel powerful, positive, sweaty, glorious, achy in a good way, and hopeful for the future”

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    “Running is an outlet for me and I feel as though I am in control when it’s just me and my running shoes”

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    Anne

    “I was proud that I was determined enough to start from scratch and have had lots of fun playing in local competitions”

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    Carla

    "I didn’t want to be the parent that only ever watched my kids run around and kick a ball – I wanted to be a part of what they were doing"

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    “Happy is a very well-known word but yet can be described in many ways. To me happy means doing the things you love while not being forced to do them. Sport and keeping physically active are my happy place”

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    Dayna

    “Overall regular physical activity makes me more positive and happier”

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    “I feel alive and ready for anything”

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  • Hannah

    Hannah

    “Active, healthy lifestyles aren’t defined by how often you run or go to the gym. Exercise can look like what you want it to be and what fits into your life”

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  • Dion

    Dion

    "Just by putting your shoes on and getting out there, you’re being active and doing great things for your wellbeing."

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  • Hazel

    Hazel

    "There’s so much reward to be had by overcoming fear and achieving things you never thought you could – so go for it – and link up with other likeminded women along the way."

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  • Kirsty

    Kirsty

    "Exercise makes me feel incredible! It makes me feel strong capable and grounded."

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    Petra

    "...there is more to life than the aesthetic of your body."

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  • Wendy

    Wendy

    "I am so damn proud of what my body and brain can do for me. It brings me so much joy."

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    Wati

    "Feeling confident in my own skin, being stronger and fitter than when I was younger."

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Our goal is to create a community of women and girls who share their stories and offer advice to support and inspire one another to get active. If you would like to share your physical activity journey, please contact us at info@thisisme.org.nz