Movement is a medicine for creating change in a person’s physical, emotional, and mental states.
I have never been hugely into fitness or exercise, and since getting my diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis my exercise has had to take a back seat just so my muscles can cope with normal everyday life.
My sister, aka the Ying to my Yang, is the complete opposite! You could not get more different people if you tried – and we came from the same parents, same upbringing & everything else you could possible think about. Perhaps this is why she is my best friend, & nearly always the first person I turn to for anything (besides husband!). There is also 10 years between us, so you would think that that would cause issues, but when we are together my heart swells with joy & it makes me so happy. I am so proud to be her sister.
Kate lived in the UK for a couple of years, & that was TOUGH. She was far away from family, but whilst she was there she discovered her true passion – helping others through exercise & living a healthy lifestyle. She qualified as a personal trainer, & then came across Metafit & her life literally changed (for the better). She decided to buy the franchise for South Africa & bring it over to help expand what personal trainers are able to teach as well as improving the lives of so many.
When she moved back to SA, I decided to tag along to some of her classes where she was training Personal Trainers & I was blown away! This is intense! But everyone who took part in Kate’s classes just loved them & wanted more. That’s when it really hit me how special this was, & what a great teacher she is.
Formed by a former Royal Marine Commando and an international gymnast in 2010, Metafit is the original group X HIIT workout. 30 minute, non choreographed, bodyweight only workouts that set the metabolism on fire. We have been creating true HIIT workouts for our coaches for over 10 years and weather you are teaching a Boot Camp, Studio class or a PT session, Metafit works! its tough, but its meant to be.
- No Equipment needed
- No licence fee!
- Teach in any location or venue
- Over 100 tracks available to download
- Simple 1 day certification course
- Free media material and online support
- Taught live, by qualified coaches
I asked her a few questions about what made this HIIT workout different to the other ones that she had been teaching, & why it had such an impact on her.
Your name: Kate Couchman
Some interesting/fun facts about you: I started playing golf last month to help bring balance to my sporting life
Your business name: Metafit South Africa
When did you start: About 4 years ago but brought it to SA this year.
What did you do before this: I was a Personal Trainer previously & endurance athlete (cycling, running & triathlons, predominantly). I am also a qualified Homeopath & have always had an interest in living a healthy life.
What do you love most about having your own business: I love being able to do something I truly love & the fact that I’m helping others to improve their business and impact on so many other peoples lives. My hours are flexible but because I’m doing something I love, I work more hours than normal
What have been some of your biggest battles with running your own business: Trying to spread the word & get people to understand why we are different from any other HIIT course. I’m amazed at how few people respond when you contact them!
What is your main objective for your business: To improve people’s lives through better health & fitness
The Facebook page for Metafit SA can be found here & there is also a group for all qualified coaches in SA so you can constantly get advice from others, as well as Kate herself.
Kate travels around South Africa training coaches, & seeing how much everyone has enjoyed these classes has really inspired me! I know that as soon as I am strong enough I will most definitely be taking a Metafit class. Kate has such passion for this HIIT workout & it shows in every one of her classes, as well as when she is teaching others.
Are you interested? Contact her directly via FB or kate@metafitsouthafrica.com to find out when the next class is in your area. Believe me, you don’t want to be left behind with this!
Katie, I am so proud of you & all the lives that you are changing. I know that this is going to be a huge success & you deserve only the very best in life. Your passion & zest for life is something that we can all only hope for!
When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These endorphins interact with the receptors in your brain that reduce your perception of pain. Endorphins also trigger a positive feeling in the body, similar to that of morphine.
