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Rachel Grunwell

Rachel Grunwell is a weekly wellness columnist for Indulge

We are your advocate, Aotearoa. Uncovering stories that matter, asking hard-hitting questions of those in power, live-blogging sport events, monitoring the highs and lows of the NZX and providing Premium expert opinion and analysis. Bringing you distinctive, quality journalism and breaking news from across New Zealand and around the world. With specialists working together to create indepth reads, engaging video, and unmissable podcasts.

Check out Rachel’s latest content
Rachel Grunwell: How to inspire your kids
Opinion

Rachel Grunwell: How to inspire your kids

10 May 09:46 PM
Rachel Grunwell: How to set your mind to run a marathon
Lifestyle

Rachel Grunwell: How to set your mind to run a marathon

24 Apr 04:00 PM

Comment: "Whether you think you can, or you think you can't – you're right".

Rachel Grunwell: Shedding stubborn kilos
Lifestyle

Rachel Grunwell: Shedding stubborn kilos

22 Mar 03:00 PM

Comment: When Andrew Spraggon walked into my office last October, he weighed 93.4kg.

Rachel Grunwell: What science says about being a mum
Lifestyle

Rachel Grunwell: What science says about being a mum

15 Mar 03:00 PM

Comment: I remember the first moment when I broke down as a new mum.

Rachel Grunwell: Why being too 'busy is your own B.S'
Opinion

Rachel Grunwell: Why being too 'busy is your own B.S'

01 Mar 03:00 PM

Comment: Yeah, I'm not a gentle delivery kind of coach. Sorry.

Women with muscles - athletic chic or borderline beastly?
Lifestyle

Women with muscles - athletic chic or borderline beastly?

22 Feb 03:00 PM

Comment: Some friends worried I might be heading towards muscle mania.

The 20 minute workout that changes your body
Lifestyle

The 20 minute workout that changes your body

15 Feb 03:00 PM

Grunwell learns about the X-Force workout from Body Tech's founder Peter Rana.

Why the Keto diet works
Lifestyle

Why the Keto diet works

08 Feb 03:00 PM

Comment: Seriously, the Keto diet is trending.

Rachel Grunwell: the wellbeing rituals to keep you grounded
Lifestyle

Rachel Grunwell: the wellbeing rituals to keep you grounded

01 Feb 03:00 PM

Comment: I'm a mum so life is not always cool, calm and collected.

Comment: If you want to boost your wellbeing, read more
Lifestyle

Comment: If you want to boost your wellbeing, read more

25 Jan 03:00 PM

This will help you to learn, expand your thinking and outlook, and flourish.

Greg Boyed: 'Grief, anxiety and tears ripped my heart apart'
Lifestyle

Greg Boyed: 'Grief, anxiety and tears ripped my heart apart'

21 Dec 11:06 PM

We are letting our hair down and kicking up our heels. It's that time of year, right?

Rachel Grunwell: Yoga fever hits the bay
Lifestyle

Rachel Grunwell: Yoga fever hits the bay

15 Dec 03:32 AM

Do it every day to feel confident, hold "presence" and carry your body the way it's meant.

Fiji: Island paradise just a boat ride away
Travel

Fiji: Island paradise just a boat ride away

02 Dec 03:00 PM

Fiji has been another day in paradise for Rachel Grunwell.

Rachel Grunwell: Running tips for beginners
Lifestyle

Rachel Grunwell: Running tips for beginners

30 Nov 03:00 PM

COMMENT: Do you feel unfit but wish you were "run-fit"?

NZ runner inducted into hall of fame
Lifestyle

NZ runner inducted into hall of fame

09 Nov 03:00 PM

Marketing promotions for NY Marathon notes this event will do many things to you ...

Accountant uses mindfulness to change
Lifestyle

Accountant uses mindfulness to change

01 Nov 04:00 PM

As a health coach, the message I received from a client last week was ultimate.

Blind runner takes on marathon
Lifestyle

Blind runner takes on marathon

26 Oct 03:00 PM

Imagine running The New York City Marathon — blind.

Rachel Grunwell: Running in fancy dress
Lifestyle

Rachel Grunwell: Running in fancy dress

12 Oct 02:00 PM

Rotorua Ekiden Relay event asked me to lead a "funked-up yoga warm-up Jane Fonda-style".

Comment: You can drink beers and still lose weight
Lifestyle

Comment: You can drink beers and still lose weight

05 Oct 11:00 PM

Artist Simon Richardson proves the right mindset can achieve incredible results.

The F word that is hard to say
Lifestyle

The F word that is hard to say

28 Sep 04:00 PM

Not the swear word, but 'forgiveness'.

Seven ways to get the life you really want
Lifestyle

Seven ways to get the life you really want

25 Sep 04:00 PM

You have the power to change your job, and life, and live a life you love.

Hawaii Heaven: Exploring the wonders of Kaua'i
Travel

Hawaii Heaven: Exploring the wonders of Kaua'i

16 Sep 04:00 PM

Rachel Grunwell visits Hawaii - the 'Garden Island' - and shares some "wow" experiences.

Three ways to challenge yourself
Lifestyle

Three ways to challenge yourself

14 Sep 05:00 PM

COMMENT: I've learned I change when I challenge myself, I always strengthen.

Comment: Why we are getting more anxious
Lifestyle

Comment: Why we are getting more anxious

07 Sep 08:00 PM

This is a guide on how to cope and thrive with social anxiety.

Why stretching matters
Lifestyle

Why stretching matters

31 Aug 05:00 PM

Whatever your favourite fitness endeavour, yoga can be a useful tool.

Six reasons why superwoman sucks
Lifestyle

Six reasons why superwoman sucks

25 Aug 12:03 AM

Superwoman belongs in comic books. Living up to that title is too tough.

Four top ways to lose weight
Lifestyle

Four top ways to lose weight

18 Aug 01:19 AM

Want to lose weight?

Is this the key to happiness?
Opinion

Is this the key to happiness?

13 Jul 08:30 PM

If you slip up or stuff up, try and toughen up. Carry on. Be resilient.

Don't die for your pay cheque – tackle your work stress
Lifestyle

Don't die for your pay cheque – tackle your work stress

07 Jul 02:52 AM

Are you stressed at work? You're not alone.

I loved sugar - then I learnt how to get fit
Lifestyle

I loved sugar - then I learnt how to get fit

26 Jun 09:26 PM

If I can go from 'unfit to marathon-fit', anyone can. Here are three key tips to start.

Los Angeles love letter to kiwis
Travel

Los Angeles love letter to kiwis

22 Apr 04:00 PM

LA is a must-see stopover for kiwis, says Rachel Grunwell.

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