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DAVID HARTNELL:
ONE MINUTE INTERVIEW WITH CATHERINE ROYCE Catherine Royce knows the importance of physio like no one else. Why is physio so important?
Through effective physio treatment and advice, we help to get those with injuries back to what they love doing as soon as possible. Physio is also effective in supporting postsurgical recovery, achieving peak physical performance, and educating people to avoid injuries from occurring. Your company moto is, “Supporting your wellness for an urban lifestyle”. What is an urban lifestyle?
An urban lifestyle is typically people living busy lives where they juggle multiple demands such as work, family, pets, sports, and hobbies. Our business caters for these people by providing a relaxing environment with a focus on getting to the source of their niggles and so providing exercises which can be easily fitted into daily routine. We often see the entire family, grandparents, parents, and children. How long have you been involved doing physio?
Sixteen years, within private practice, as well as touring the globe with the New Zealand Women’s Football Ferns and Under 20s team, along with touring with the New Zealand Youth Commonwealth Games Team to the Bahamas. What do you like most about Ponsonby?
How do you chill out?
The community feel – there’s such a fantastic vibe around our clinic on Jervois Road with Jervois Steak House, Didas and Fusion Café right on our doorstep to name a few. The Urban Physio team loves supporting local, as do our clients.
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How are you serving in the pandemic?
Wow it has been tough. The unfamiliarity of the pandemic, being a small business and looking after our team of seven has required some juggling. Fortunately, we have an amazing team, a loyal client base, and we managed to pivot quickly to offer our services via online consultations and live Pilates classes. Our clients have loved this. Overall, the pandemic has taught me to focus on what’s important, particularly spending quality time with my two-year-old son, Xavier. What was your childhood like?
I grew up in a family of five with two older brothers. I had a fantastic childhood where everyone encouraged each other to succeed. Our favorite holiday destination growing up was Fiji. Growing up, my parents owned their own businesses and my dad always encouraged us to own businesses. Both my brothers own successful business; Phil has One Place, a property management company, and Matt has Xtream Signs, a sign writing company.
I’m an active relaxer, so walking or sitting at a café with a coffee and the paper. My Karen Walker dress, I really love supporting NZ fashion. Favorite time of the day?
The morning – I’m an early bird. Your dream home?
Ultra-modern with a pool – simple yet stylish. Your most treasured possession?
My engagement ring, which was a gift from my husband’s grandmother. Tell us something very few people know about you
I have a bird phobia; if a bird was to fly into a café, I would be under the café table screaming. What superpower would you like?
Flying – then we could just fly to other countries. What cliché do you most hate?
Carpe Diem! It’s definitely overused and has lost its meaning. Favorite TV series?
Friends – it’s an absolute classic; the recent reunion was a great opportunity to reminisce.
Your greatest weakness/indulgence?
Dream holiday internationally?
What is your comfort food?
Spain, Barcelona.
Chocolate and licorice!
Your bucket list?
Travel light or heavy?
Being able to travel again – Covid-19 has really put a spanner in the works, however I’ve got a new appreciation of how beautiful New Zealand is!
Heavy – I always say I’m going to pack light this time and then I end up with three bags full! (DAVID HARTNELL, MNZM) PN
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Chocolate /lollies – I have such a sweet tooth.
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