Kylie Ellis
Company Director, Massage Therapist.Qualifications & Work Experience:
MProfPrac, BAppMgt (BT & C), GDTE
Company Director Body Synergy Ltd, Remedial massage therapist and founder-owner of Body Synergy Gym, Director MREMG
We passionately believe in what we do and the team we have put together - resulting in a "One-stop Shop" approach. We are innovators within the back pain industry and are 100% customer-focused.
Why do I enjoy being a business owner?
Rowan and I built a business that provided people with a pain-free life, a place they are comfortable, valued and successful at recreating a body that will be "fit for a life worth living". An important moment in business was approx 8 yrs ago when I knew it was time for Ricky to step into the world of business ownership.
I have observed our business evolve into an exciting fitness centre that continually pushes boundaries, and we are constantly amazed by clients achieving incredible results. Every day I applaud the work of our young team, who are passionate health practitioners. They tirelessly support and encourage clients to show up to achieve their goals.
Research:
My master's research explored the impacts facing business owners in NZ. The most significant problem was how to sustain themselves and their business. Self-care has become a major issue, and a holistic approach to business emerged as a strategy for long-term business viability. Post-covid mental health issues are prevalent as many people struggle to find an optimal work/life balance and the demands of being digitally connected.
My thesis topic enabled me to understand the multiple benefits of exercise as a valuable self-care tool. However, exercise is not only good for the body; it is an invaluable relationship aid. The gym brings various people together, allowing communities to develop and a place where we can support one another. The work of Fraser (2018) is a simple transition model called "The 3 R's (Reflect/Rest and Reset). I use this method every day as a busy professional, parent and as a coaching tool for my students. Transitioning between roles, meetings and workplaces can become exhausting - and we need to learn how to show up be present and be our "best self"? By placing exercise as my first priority I have invested in myself, allowing me to work optimally for others.
Exercising is not a luxury it is a critical element for longevity and, for many, a strategy to transition from one space into the next, allowing busy people to be present in their work, not distracted by competing workloads.
Favourite Quote:
"We cannot evolve without experiencing discomfort. Even though it sucks, the only time we evolve is when we are in the midst of struggle" Dr Adam Fraser.