Physical Wellbeing with Wayne Halkyard
About Wayne
Wayne Halkyard is a champion bodybuilder and fitness instructor who lives in the far north of the country at Doubtless Bay. Wayne specialises in helping older and disabled people in his community make positive changes to their lifestyle. Wayne has been bodybuilding for 30 years, and currently holds two New Zealand titles. See the first interview with Wayne below to find out about his bodybuilding success and how he is using his knowledge to help carers.
November
Meet the man behind Carers New Zealand's Strength for Caring exercise programme. Wayne Halkyard has developed a simple exercise programme to help carers build strength and boost wellbeing. In this five minute feature he will talk you through some of the exercises, and give nutritional advice to preserve and build energy.
December
Wayne Halkyard is working with Carers New Zealand to devise special programmes to help carers become stronger and healthier. Hear Wayne talk nutrition as he focuses on the importance of carbohydrates as essential components in maintaining our body's energy. Wayne has developed a simple eating plan and 15 minute exercise programme for carers. By making simple changes, carers can build strength and maintain energy.