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About STACEY HANCOCK

Qualifications:

Internationally Registered Personal Trainer (ICREPS)
NZQA Accredited NCertFitness (Level 4 - Personal Trainer)
Internationally Qualified CHEK Exercise Coach
GCertScTech - Human Nutrition
CHEK Certified Holistic Lifestyle Coach (HLC1)
Les Mills BodyTrainer TM Session Delivery Module
BBus
2nd place Novice Figure Tall - Central North Island Body Building Champs.

Brief History:

I get it. I know what it feels like to be overweight, bloated with no explanation, in pain, fatigued and looking for my 6th coffee by midday (with tons of sugar of course). I understand emotional eating, I understand binge eating and I understand how hard it is to make a change. I also know how rewarding it is. My qualifications mean nothing if I can't relate to you.

My philosophy

You're paying me to get you results right? Well, that's my philosophy. Simple. How we go about getting you there, is the fun interesting part. Give me your goal and we will make it happen.

Can I see some testimonials of your work?

Yes, please click this link for testimonials. These are in my blog, so you may want to do a Blog Tag search for a specific type of testimonial

Do you write exercise programs?

Yes, please see the section on exercise programs. If you have injuries or pain you will need a corrective program.

I have back pain and neck and shoulder pain, and my exercise is limited, can you work around this?

I can assess your conditions and prepare an exercise and lifestyle program that will assist in correcting any pains and imbalances. I don’t work around pain – I work to correct it. Please click here for information on corrective programs.

I would like a personal trainer at my house. Do I need exercise equipment?

Not at all, that’s the beauty of home based training, I will teach you exercises that you can do with as much or as little equipment as you like and you will still achieve your results. If you have injuries or pain you will need a corrective program first.

Can I talk nutrition with you also?

Absolutely, I am a qualified Nutritionist and you may ask me anything at all about your nutrition during your personal training session. You may also wish to purchase a specially prepared nutrition plan tailored to your sports goals. Please discuss this with me first. If you have ongoing pain and illness you may need a corrective nutrition program. If you are looking for weight loss nutrition I recommend you sign up to Belly Busters or Food First. If you have digestive issues or require an elimination diet to assess a food intolerance please see my nutrition services.

Do you do personal training for couples or groups?

Yes. But please contact me first.

Do you do hair analysis and blood testing for allergies and intolerences

No. These are snapshots. I work with patterns and function, not static points in time. The most beneficial learning tool I used to assess these concerns is the elimination diet, and your 6 key body signs (sleep, eliminations, skin/hair/nail condition, digestive function, emotions, pain). Please contact other practitioners for hair and blood. Contact me if you want to learn about your body so you can manage any future symptoms for the rest of your life. And just so you are aware a blood or hair test will not show a FODMAP sensitivity, an elimination diet will.

I have a sluggish thyroid and I heard there are some foods that I can’t eat, can you help with this

Yes, book in for an initial consultation and let’s discuss your diet

Do you deal with hormones?

I deal with nutritional and physical management that balances the bodies systems including hormones and neurotransmitters. And yes I look at certain foods that can help with this along with certain types of exercise. For complete correction of hormone imbalances I will also refer you to one of the integrative specialists in my network to help with either herbal or medical supplementation in addition to the movement and nutrition therapy through myself.

Can I come in for a one off weight loss consult?

You can, most certainly. But in my professional experience the most successful clients are those who embark on an ongoing program to change habits and learn about their body and nutrition along the way. Weight loss isn't just calories out, calories in. For some of us it is, for many of us it is a result of an imbalance in our metabolism, we need time to correct this - not just a quick "takeaway" type of service.

What if I need to lose weight as well as fix my IBS and fatigue

We need to assess what is most important right now. If you have fatigue, it may be stress related in which case a "diet" may stress your system out further. If you have IBS then we need to assess what foods are causing this or if it is stress related (yes, stress is a major factor in IBS). You will lose weight, but it will be hard road if you are battling IBS and fatigue along the way, lets get this sorted quickly, the weight loss will follow very swiftly after.

Have you ever had weight problems Stacey? Do you understand?

Oh boy do I understand. I used to be 20kg heavier than I am now with IBS, fatigue and general malaise. I lost the weight and have kept it off. This was not just calories, I had to fix my metabolism in order to keep the weight off. And yes, now it is easy to maintain my weight and eat what I like within reason. I understand most certainly, and I ask all my clients to start the process of understanding their weight issues today also. My methods are successful and based on science and applied experience. I have a large number of testimonials supporting this. More information about me here.

What experience do you have with powerlifters?

I have prepared quite a few powerlifting recommendations for both men and women. Whether its increasing performance and lifting stats or dropping weight without losing performance I can cover your specific area with you.

I’m nowhere near being a “proper” athlete, do you think sports nutrition will help me

Absolutely! You need to fuel to perform any activity whether you are an elite athlete or not. I will provide you a plan based on your level of fitness and your energy output. You will find that your day to day nutrition will benefit from a sports nutrition plan also.

I want to compete in a figure competition, do you do this?

Yes I do. Don’t expect it to be a walk in the park. You must be 100% committed and be 'fit to compete' before I will take you as a figure client.

Can you come to my home and teach me some basic cooking skills?

Yes, I have a background in Hospitality and Food Preparation and will teach you the basics. I can conduct a 60 minute cooking lesson in your home and we will most likely use food items that you already have in the house. You can expect us to whip out at least 3 dishes in the hour. You will need to fill in a basic food questionnaire before my visit so I can prepare our menu.

Do you work with infant nutrition?

Yes. I was the presenter at the Hamilton Parents centre for 2 years teaching mums how to introduce solids to babies and looking at infant nutritional requirements and addressing issues like the good ol’ “fussy eater”. I will refer you back to your GP or Paediatrician if I believe it is not nutrition related.

I have family, will I have to cook separate meals on the Belly Busters or Food First program?

Not at all, the menus and food plan is designed to make life easier, not more difficult. Your family will love the recipes.

I have lots of injuries, is Belly Busters a once size fits all program?

The program has a certain amount of one size to it. If you have a lot of injuries we will need to look at this separately through a corrective program. If you do not wish to do this, then we will work around the injuries, or work with you in spite of the injuries. I don’t recommend doing this and you will be 100% responsible for your pain and injury management. If you become injured while on the program after not taking my advice, you will be able to cancel, but there is a cancellation fee.

I am well aware of my food intolerances, will you give me an alternate menu on the Belly Busters or Food First program?

No. You will be able to make the food choices that suit you from the base food plan and the weekly menus. You are welcome to purchase new specially prepared menus for yourself. Please talk to me about the prices.