One of the I.AM App features Tamati, Kiwi league legend Ruben is ‘Finding a Buddy’. Under this Wiki, Les MiIls Newmarket, ex- options it includes being able to weightlifting champ PLAYERS link up with people to bike, play golf, Andy Rogers, and world champion TONY’S go to the gym, go kayaking, have a weightlifter Cliff Harvey. personal training session, run, ski Designed to help empower people, BUSINESS or snow board, play squash, stand Tony said the name was really IN BUSINESS up paddleboard, go surfing, have important. “I.AM is a statement. a swim, play tennis against, or go It is about choosing to live in the TIPS walking or hiking together. now and choosing to be who they You need to have a CLEAR Under the ‘provider’ options for want to be – I am strong, I am 1 STRATEGY but stay open training, people can link up with healthy, I am fit, I am the best I minded. TONY MARSH people or organisations that can can be. It is people owning their provide biking, boot camps, boxing, journey and personalising it for Take on-board all FEEDBACK – Crossfit training, group classes, their own benefits. I want to ensure 2 l like to seek out the bad first. injury management, martial arts, that everyone has access to such LEARN ALL ASPECTS of the nutrition, personal training, running, an incredible tool whenever and business – the more you know swimming, yoga and Pilates. wherever they feel like it.” 3 ORMER 21-TEST FRENCH the better. INTERNATIONAL, AND The app already has a large PLAYER TONY MARSH is set number of providers who have TONY ALSO PICKED UP SOME Don’t expect your employees F jumped on board, including Claire VALUABLE TIPS ALONG THE WAY to be as PASSIONATE as you. to change the face of fitness with the launch 4 of his new, free fitness app I.AM. Described as Turnbull’s business Mission Nutrition, THAT HE OPENLY ADMITS WOULD Breakers and Mystics trainer Steve HAVE BEEN USEFUL TO KNOW DON’T SPEND MONEY on what the Uber of fitness, Tony believes the I.AM App Tony and Glen Marsh. doesn’t matter. will revolutionise the way people do ‘fit’. The Buckley, Blues nutritionist Dave PRIOR TO STARTING HIS 5 app will connect Kiwis with specialised trainers, Shaw, ultra-distance runner Lisa BUSINESS VENTURE. health providers, facilities, like-minded training buddies of all levels and interests, and a variety of fitness classes anywhere, anytime. The ex-sportsman has had numerous HOW THE APP WORKS

challenges associated with the start-up facebook.com/NZRPA business over the past 18 months, which has AS A USER meant that he has constantly been pushed ■ Download the I.AM app on your out of his comfort zone. This has led to both smart phone learnings and growth. According to Tony, ■ Register for free on the app “I have had to learn about business plans, ■ Enter your interests marketing strategies, budgets and tech stuff. ■ Browse profiles of trainers, classes Things haven’t always run smoothly but that or training buddies near you or just adds to the experience and the challenge. anywhere in New Zealand – it’s The saying is true that start-ups cost twice the great if you are travelling or on budget and take double the time to get going.” holiday @nzrpa Tony explained the app in simple terms ■ Use the online booking system by saying, “The I.AM App offers users the if you want freedom to have control of their health and ■ Check out the fitness and fitness journey. I have created a tool to simplify health deals nzrugbyplayersassoc things and make it easier to connect with the ■ Meet new like-minded people right people to stay motivated and engaged ■ Try new activities in health and well-being through an online ■ Access a wide range of community.” providers easily A testicular cancer survivor and an ■ Provide optional feedback ambassador for Blue September and Testicular Cancer NZ, Tony said he found that something AS A PROVIDER was missing in the fitness market so he ■ Register for a small sign-on Tony playing in France. developed the app to provide a full spectrum of fee through the website: fitness benefits and flexibility for its users. The www.iamapp.co.nz I.AM app caters for people of all fitness levels Glen, with both eventually heading in different directions to separate parts of ■ All I.AM fitness and wellbeing from complete novices who have never done the globe. Tony ended up in France – with two European Challenge Cups and a experts are vetted to promote any exercise to those competing at the top end French National Cup to his credit, as well as playing in a – while quality service so are required of their sport. his insurance broker brother, Glen, represented the , NZ Maori’s and Japan. to supply copies of their main Tony is no stranger to the sports industry. Tony talks about fitness explaining that freedom, flexibility and variation are qualifications, first aid certificates etc (where applicable) The 44-year-old fitness trainer has worked the name of the game. “These days we all lead busy lives and finding time to ■ Upon approval, fitness experts profiles go live with top trainers all around the world and is exercise is not easy. [The app] simply gives people the ability to work out on ■ To promote deals, programs or classes contact Tony directly via also a part of a very small group of players their own terms. It allows people to meet new people, try different workouts and the website to win back-to-back titles with providers without the pressure of committing to ongoing sessions.” different teams, the Blues and Crusaders. Users can connect with different trainers, daily training buddies and different To check out frequently asked questions and tips to get The Ironman started his rugby at Counties exercise disciplines in their local area at the touch of a button and the range of WWW.IAMAPP.CO.NZ started on the I.AM App, visit the website: www.iamapp.co.nz Manukau alongside his identical twin brother disciplines is impressive.

74 | NZ RUGBY WORLD | OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2016 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2016 | NZ RUGBY WORLD | 75 PO: What was the highlight of the PERSONAL Olympics for you? HM: There are so many highlights and moments DEVELOPMENT that I will cherish. The two that stick out to me SPORTING would be running out of the Olympic stadium tunnel onto the field for the very first time for PHOTOS the game against Kenya, hearing my name being called out on the loud speaker, seeing the New SPOTLIGHT BAY OF PLENTY Zealand flags to the left of the stadium, and - Academy amongst all the supporters I could see my doing their own WITH Master Chef. mum and my fiancé. A very proud and special moment for me. The second highlight would be playing in the HURIANA MANUEL Olympic finals, singing our national anthem, then standing on the podium, and performing the haka to our whanau. So many emotions all in one FRESH BACK FROM THE OLYMPICS WE ASK day – and celebrating my birthday the same day! BLACK FERNS SEVENS SILVER MEDALLIST AND LONG SERVING SEVENS PLAYER PO: What was Rio like? HURIANA MANUEL ABOUT HER COUNTIES MANUKAU – Doing CPR for their First Aid course. HM: It was the most incredible experience I’ve RIO EXPERIENCE. been a part of. It was very special to have had my mum and my fiancé share this experience with me. Rio itself was hot, colourful and entertaining. PO: You have competed in so many tournaments, did that prepare you for the enormity of the Olympics? HM: I have competed in World Cups and in World Series, with that experience it has certainly helped. Treating it just like another tournament

and sticking to my processes and enjoying every facebook.com/NZRPA moment of it. I think it’s important not to let the uncontrollables – the enormity of an event or people – put you off your game. PO: What are some things about the Olympics that people wouldn’t know? HM: Being an athlete at the Olympics you get - Mid Thomas with the Lions squad after her presentation. a lot of free things. All the athletes were lucky enough to receive a new Samsung S7 phone, FIJI – The Fijian Academy working on values and

Sony headphones, the food – I have to mention @nzrpa interests activity McDonald’s (because everyone likes talking about the free McDonald’s, haha!) a salon for HAWKES BAY – Learning to grow their own vegetables hair, makeup and nails, dental care – everything is free in the village, it’s crazy! nzrugbyplayersassoc CANTERBURY - Siate PO: When you had finished competing Tokolahi, Jed Brown what did you get up to? Huriana with fiancé Derek Carpenter and Rob Thompson HM: I spent time relaxing and exploring Rio with and Mum, Liza Mihinui. OTAGO – Secondary school joining in a at Opawa School as my mum and my fiancé. We also got to watch a family planning session at the Southern part of their Adopt a couple of other New Zealand athletes compete in Region U18 camp in School programme their events. talking about healthy PO: Did you get any selfies with eating options. any other athletes? HM: I did! I was lucky enough to take a selfie with Venus Williams. She was really nice. I also got a Huriana and Venus Williams. photo with Nadal – that was for my mum, she loves Nadal! The most amazing thing living in the Athletes’ Village was that you walked the same paths to and from the dining hall, ate with, lived in the same apartment blocks as these incredible athletes you grew up watching on telly. PO: What will you do with your Olympic medal? HM: Mum has my jerseys and achievements either framed or in a cabinet at home. So I’m NORTH HARBOUR – Smart CANTERBURY – Communication dotting. sure the medal will be added to the cabinet. Huriana and Rafael Nadal. fuelling with the nutritionist

76 | NZ RUGBY WORLD | OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2016 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2016 | NZ RUGBY WORLD | 77 The Listener NORM BERRYMAN retires ETER SINCLAIR HAS many people throughout his those requiring it right now but BEEN INVOLVED career. He was a lecturer in also have a carry-over effect PWITH THE PERSONAL the primary programme at the for those that need it later in DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME teachers college in Dunedin life, it also neds to be easily FOR PLAYERS SINCE HE TOOK and worked part-time doing recalled. ON THE ROLE AS PERSONAL some mental skills work with When reflecting on his DEVELOPMENT MANAGER AT Otago and Highlanders under favourite sessions, Pete said ORTHLAND RUGBY STALWART ‘STORMIN OTAGO AND THE HIGHLANDERS coach Tony Gilbert. one of his stand-out guest NORMAN’ BERRYMAN’S LIFE WAS IN 2005. At the end of this Pete saw the role for speakers was businessman NCELEBRATED AT THE NORM BERRYMAN season he will be officially the Personal Development and former television presenter Peter Sinclair MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT IN WHANGAREI retiring. The accolades for the Manager for Otago and the Ian Taylor. Peter commented ON AUGUST 13. The event gave people witty giant nicknamed The Highlanders advertised that Taylor was inspirational McKenzie. Peter interviewed the opportunity to celebrate the life of the Listener are already flowing. and applied for it. He was and gave the players him for his role with Southland uncompromising rugby player and to raise funds Steve Symonds from successful and his legacy permission to go for it. He and Jason recalls his mentor for his family. the has worked as the voice of calm and talked about decisions he had saying: “Listen son this is The one-test All Black, three time Super12 alongside Peter as a Personal reason was born. Throughout made along the way and the a very tough job, it is the Champion with the Crusaders, Blues and Chiefs, Norm and his family. Development Manager for his tenure, Pete has seen value of an intuitive decision understanding of how people and Northland rugby stalwart was a colourful nine years. He said, “He is the significant change in the backed up with hard work. work.” part of the rugby landscape. Players in the sheds after Jason knew he always had The people of Northland put on an impressive the match with their most adaptable guy in the evolution of the preparedness Peter is rapt that the commemorative jerseys. business. He has an incredible of young players coming into Personal Development support with Pete. “When fundraising day for their folk hero who tragically understanding of education the environment in regard to Programme has got itself things got tough he gave you died of a heart attack in June last year. He playing in the testimonial match.

with great relationship skills. their off-field development. cemented as a significant that age-old, solid advice. He was only 42 years old, and had been living in Sam DoubleC Photography facebook.com/NZRPA On a personal level he has Younger players are becoming part of players’ rugby life. “The was a guide on the way and Australia with his family for the past 11 years. been great to bounce ideas off more aware that they need to interesting thing is, sooner or always said: ‘You will be okay Norm’s wife Lena and his six children, Terrell, and will be missed.” get prepared for life after rugby later, they come to it. There you’re a good bugger.’” Tatiana, Laytarjae, Shyah, and twin daughters Working with players and and start putting plans in place are those who are eager Peter will look back on his Cairo and Kaya came over for the event with being in the team environment while they have access to the participants right from the time fondly with his stand- some of the kids getting their first taste of is something that Pete has resources of the Personal start, those that try plenty out moments through his New Zealand. really appreciated. “The Development Programme. of things but nothing jumps time in the region including Norm who was well known for his laughter, youthful wit keeps me young. “Once upon a time in the out but when retirement winning the NPC in 1998 enjoyment of the game, and unpredictability on approaches they know what and winning the Super the field, kept the opposition guessing and his @nzrpa “Pete has been avenues they have available Rugby Championship with team mates on their toes. His Northland captain awesome, anything and where to get help. Players the Highlanders in 2015. Off Glen Taylor said, “He had phenomenal skills and you want to give a become highly engaged and field he claims his highlight he could do things that other players couldn’t.” Vikings team. whirl outside of rugby motivated as their transitions is the satisfaction of players’ Many of Norm’s old playing mates dusted he has been there to approach,” Pete says. success and enjoying their the boots off to play in the testimonial match where Norm had played and it grew from there. help. We will miss him nzrugbyplayersassoc when he retires. He is “Every aspect of fulfilment off-field work experience and between Hora Hora and an invitational team, Collins said, “It was so easy to organise. Everyone I contacted dropped an absolute legend.” has a positive impact so, achievements. the Vikings, with both teams wearing special everything and did their bit, from supplying product to be auctioned, to getting from a confidence point of “The players do the hard commemorative jerseys for the game which players’ jerseys made especially for the event, and even turning up to play! It view, players who make the work but it is nice to be able to were then used for fundraising. Players including showed how much respect Norm had from all over the country. The sheer fun that happens is transition phase there was most of the programme tend sit back and smile when you Tana Umaga, , Troy Flavell and “The family were blown away with the support that was received from friends very special,” he said. variable interest, now the to approach most of their see a player happy in what he Charles Going played alongside Norm’s son and the wider rugby public. The day and evening went like clockwork and it was Highlander is one players have an expectation,” aspects with confidence.” has done. It is satisfying to Terrell. Local sides from Onerahi, City, Southern something that everyone involved, including the Berryman family, can be very who has benefited from The says Pete. Someone who knows Pete be able to play a small part in and Old Boys Marist also took part. proud of. It really was a superb day.” Listener’s services and said Otago hooker Liam Coltman well is Southland Personal their achievements but I like The ex All Blacks, Crusaders, Blues, Chiefs and Northlander and former All Black said, “It was a great tribute to a “Pete is a great man. He was said, “Pete has been awesome, Development Manager. Jason it most of all when players Taniwha players involved showed most have not wonderful man who so many people got so much enjoyment out of watching and always good to have a yarn to, anything you want to give a become self-directive – that is forgotten the basics of the game. There was a who never forgot where he came from.” especially about life after footy. whirl outside of rugby he has the ultimate.” very good skill level on display even if the pace To see footage of the day from Toyota Grassroots check out facebook/nzrpa He has plenty of ideas and was been there to help. We will Thanks Pete, The Listener, was somewhat reduced! always a good sounding board miss him when he retires. He is The Godfather and all Terrell Berryman commented on the day Send a hunting or fishing photo and instrumental in helping us an absolute legend.” round good bugger. Your saying, “It heals, it’s good for Mum, it’s good and you could WIN $250 make plans.” Having facilitated countless commitment to empowering from my little siblings and older sisters.” worth of Stoney Creek Pete, a former school personal development people, your wisdom and Many locals chipped in to help get the event gear of your choice! desire to help others achieve off the ground including NZRPA board member, teacher who taught in sessions, Pete believes that The good folk at Stoney Creek have given us a $250 credit Southland at Grasmere, a good session is one that has been phenomenal and Gus Collins, and Hora Hora coach, Doug Te Puni. for someone to spend on any Stoney Creek merchandise Rosedale Intermediate and appeals to the players on Jason McKenzie PDM for greatly appreciated. Enjoy The event stemmed from a conversation that of your choice. We know you like things simple, so send us Ohai Primary School has different levels. It has to have Southland, Ben Smith and Peter retirement and getting through Norm’s wife Lena had with Doug, saying she your best high resolution (that means we can print it, so with the RWC Trophy 2015. made a positive impact on clear messages or advice to those big lists of jobs at home! wanted to bring the kids back to show them needs to be 300kb in photo size) hunting or fishing photo to [email protected] and the best photo wins. Winner! GREG SOMERVILLE with a decent snapper caught Winner will be contacted by email to arrange your shopping off Bailey’s Beach, Dargaville, during the Norm trip and the picture published in the next magazine. Berryman Memorial Weekend.

78 | NZ RUGBY WORLD | OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2016 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2016 | NZ RUGBY WORLD | 79 PERSONAL FEEDING THE FUTURE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME EXTENDS TO FIJI Gaylene Finekaso in her role as IJI NOW HAS THEIR OWN advantages for players, Fiji Rugby and PDM. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT the wider Fijian community.” FMANAGER AFTER THE PACIFIC Similar to the New Zealand Personal ISLAND PLAYERS ASSOCIATION (PIPA), Development Programme, the Fijian Fijian Rugby, New Zealand Foreign programme will focus on five key Affairs and Trade appointed Gaylene personal development areas which Finekaso to the role in July. include career and education, financial, Gaylene is no stranger to the Fijian family and culture, professional rugby environment, having previously rugby development, and personal worked with players in a mental skills development. role. Educated in New Zealand, Gaylene The programme aims to provide has a PhD in Psychology and has player education to support on-going Chiefs team in action. Hika Elliot and his son Jai. lectured at the University of the South sustainable futures for the Pacific DID YOU KNOW? Pacific for 18 years. Prior to starting Island rugby players and deliver There are more than 600 Pacific Island Bruntwood Nurseries. After planting The Pathway 1 Foundation provides the role she also had her own wellbeing benefits to their countries. It is the S PART OF THEIR PERSONAL players currently playing professional the trees in terrible weather conditions, opportunities for youth to unleash and psychology consultancy. culmination of support from The New DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME rugby across the globe. the players then shovelled 170 square their greatness on the national and The owner of three Chewn fluffy Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs AAND THE CHIEFS IN THE metres of mulch. international stage in any area including dogs, who enjoys watching Netflix and and Trade, , New Zealand COMMUNITY PROGRAMME FOR 2016 Nemani Nadolo THE CHIEFS TOOK PART IN A PUBLIC The two sites have been designed sports, music, culture, academia or the sports, said “I am really looking forward Rugby Players Association and Massey facebook.com/NZRPA to require twice yearly maintenance, arts. The foundation, which has trustees making a difference in the lives of our University, and is also supported by TREE-PLANTING SESSION. Forty players took part in the which the Chiefs will carry out. The including David Galbraith, Wayne Smith men and women rugby players in their the Reserve Bank of Fiji. A regional planting of two large sites to support sites are located on the cycle path and , is also committed to off-field development.” Personal Development Manager is a programme run by Pathway 1 that runs along the new expressway enhancing and preserving New Zealand’s Fijian winger Nemani Nadolo said, “It currently being recruited by PIPA to Foundation. After the initial planting running north from Hamilton Wintec on natural beauty for all generations to is great that there will be more support help set up similar programmes in day was postponed due to extreme Avalon Drive. come. For more info about the foundation and education for our players. This Samoa and Tonga. wet weather, the players got stuck in Project leader and Pathway visit: www.pathway1foundation.co.nz programme will challenge players to Gaylene can be contacted via and mulched the site before planting a Foundation 1 founder David Galbraith maximise their potential in rugby and email at gaylene.finekaso@ selection of fruit trees. said, “Both sites have come up really life, which we hope will have ongoing pacificislandpa.com Dominic Bird Apple, plum, pear and fig trees along well. They are nice to look at and in @nzrpa with mandarin, orange and lemon trees time will be a wonderful resource for were planted on the two large sites community.” Business partners Ben Sigmund made possible through Fulton Hogan The vision of the planting is that working with Transit New Zealand. children and families will be able to CODE Super Rugby centurion Hika Elliot pick fruit when they are out walking as nzrugbyplayersassoc BEN SIGMUND KNOWS ABOUT PERFORMING ON THE FIELD, having played in said, “It was a really good experience. It a family or on their way to school. In football World Cups and represented New Zealand over a 15 year period. Now the is going to be good for the community about five years’ time the trees will be 35-year-old will get the chance to help athletes challenge themselves and put plans and was a great initiative that will laden with fruit. in place to support their post-rugby careers as the new Personal Development constantly give back by providing Personal Development Manager Manager for Wellington. something people can eat.” Judy Clement said, “The exciting thing The father of two played a record 181 matches for the Wellington Phoenix and The players learned to follow for me is that it will be around for knows first-hand how important it is to make the most of opportunities and prepare planting plans that were done by years to come.” yourself for life after sports. Ben has been working in this space for about four years and is highly motivated to help people with their post sports careers. “For me it is about helping these players transition into the real world and What we are What we are progress as people off the field. Preparing the best you possibly can is something listening to: watching: that I am really passionate about. It is a really hard move going from being a • Six 60 • Game of Thrones professional sportsman to entering into another job,” he said. • Adele • Supernatural Preferential providers Ben understands the highs and lows of sports both on and off the field. The • Matt Corby • Harry Potter Trilogy award-winning retired footballer has kept busy since he hung up his boots, having recently co-written and toured the country with his book Fully Committed, in • Slow Jams • Walking Dead addition to developing some business interests. • Chain Smokers • How I Met Your Mother Hurricanes Personal Development Manager Steve Symonds said, “Ben brings a • Michael Bolton • Miracle unique perspective as he has had the elite sports experience and has had to manage • ACDC • Real Housewives of his own transition so has a comprehensive understanding of what athletes need.” Ben in his first session as PDM. MAKOS TASMAN

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