So long and thanks... (now) for the Power Bars

A big thank-you to Bodyworks who has been wonderfully generous and sponsored me for the last 3 months of my training. Having that gym membership has been essential for my structural strengthening and injury prevention (not to mention providing me somewhere to train during torrential downpours). Now that their sponsorship has concluded I'll have to continue with the work I can on the carpet at home - though it's just not the same without mats and full length mirrors to make sure I'm not cheating! Thanks Bodyworks - best gym in Wellington (not to mention Porirua).

I'm delighted to be able to welcome and rave about Gymeez - the brilliant fitness shop on the corner of Willis and Manners Streets here in Wellington (but also with outlets in Christchurch and Dunedin). Store Manager Ben is helping me power my way through the Kepler, by providing almost my own body weight in Leppins and Em's Power Bars (email him directly for these little gems: info@gymeezwellington.co.nz).

As well as stocking a great range of sports equipment and supplements, Ben can provide excellent first hand nutrition advice (he helped me get through the Coast to Coast), general support and encouragement. I fully recommend talking to Gymeez about the best way to get through your next event.