Maxactive and Gym-in-a-Bag evolved when cousins Nan McKenzie and Gay Kingi sat down to think of how they could assist others to continue enjoying life, keeping fit and healthy at all ages and stages, in a simple and time efficient way. They have both been involved in the fitness industry for many years.

Nan is a physical education graduate of Otago University. She has owned and operated a health fitness centre in Tauranga Contours, and now has a home based gym with private clients. She is involved in the cardiac rehabilitation program at Tauranga Hospital. Nan now enjoys triathlon and skiing having been involved in many different sports.

Gay is a graduate of Dunedin Teachers College. As well as living in New Zealand, she has lived in the Pacific Islands for many years. She has taught Physical Education, coached sports teams to an international level, and represented various countries in netball, golf, tennis, squash and basketball. On retuning to Rotorua she has set up a tourism business which includes accommodation and tours. She still teaches on occasion, mountain bikes, hikes and kayaks for fun.

These proven Health Benefits supported by research can be gained by using Gym-in-a-Bag.