Harriet’s Specialties
Newcomers to the gym
Foundational Strength
Mindful Movement
Wellington Personal Training (we mean it)
ONI personal trainers emphasise the importance of communication and take the time to actually listen to you. A plan is then carefully constructed with you so that you can be set up for life long benefits.
My Story
bachelor in health science (occupational therapy)
NZIS level 4 personal trainer
NZIS level 5 advanced health & fitness coach
Level 1 200hr Yoga Teacher
From personal experience I recognise how beneficial movement can be for our overall health and wellbeing. During my adolescence, I struggled for a number of years with both my physical and mental health. It was throughout my recovery that I began to find solace in different forms of movement.
As I began to look after myself properly, I learnt to start treating myself and others with more kindness and respect. I also discovered yoga, and found that the combination of physical postures, breathing techniques and meditation were all excellent tools to support my overall health.
I decided to become a personal trainer as I am passionate in supporting others who would like to enhance their wellbeing through movement. From my own experience, I recognise the huge difference a regular movement routine can make to the way you feel both inside and out. My aim is to help support others find joy in movement and empower people to thrive.
I want to help.
“I recognise the huge difference a regular movement routine can make to the way you feel both inside and out. My aim is to help support others find joy in movement and empower people to thrive.”
- Harriet Salisbury, Personal Trainer
What others say about Harriet
Harriet J
I first started my PT journey with Harriet back in 2021 after a hectic time with lockdown, work and study on the back of several years of shift work. I was really nervous to get started, having never been in a gym before and watching my fitness rapidly decline over the years. But, Harriet put me instantly at ease.
Her manner is both positive and encouraging. She has worked alongside me for the last few years and it has honestly been life changing! My goal was to feel strong and empowered with my training and I have achieved that and some! I have gone from not being able to squat without pain to squatting over 60kg!
From not being able to deadlift to lifting more than my own body weight. And most importantly, from feeling tired and like I can't keep up to feeling strong and capable. I would highly recommend working with Harriet, she is knowledgeable, encouraging and empowering to train with!
Katelynne
My weekly sessions with Harriet quickly became a highlight for me after beginning trainings with her towards the end of 2021. These sessions with Harriet were the perfect way for me to get back into some regular movement, and for me to regain some confidence in myself that eventually saw me returning to exercise and movement in wider social contexts such as a public gym and social sports - this was such a huge goal for me!
Harriet coaches with a patience and friendliness that makes training with her feel like a regular catch-up with a friend, but you’re swapping out the coffee for some weights! She has always been super supportive of my goals, keeping me in check as well as pushing me to go further.
The confidence I have gained since training with Harriey in addition to my training with her, has had such a positive impact on my health, my wellbeing and my lifestyle. I am forever grateful for Harriet, and for the role she has played in these changes!
Clarrie
I’ve had a fantastic personal training experience with ONI. When I started with Harriet, my shoulders had very limited mobility and there were many basic gym movements I couldn’t do.
Harriet has been incredibly patient with my back and shoulder pain while still providing the challenges I need to build strength. Harriet’s attention to detail and encouragement have helped build a positive relationship to the gym and my body. A year on, I am spending most days pain free and am doing movements I thought I’d never be able to do! So stoked to finally be able to squat and deadlift weights without fear of injuring myself.
While I still get the occasional flare-up of shoulder and back pain, I feel that Harriet has helped me develop a practice of mindful exercise that empowers me to recover and quickly get back on track with strength building. I would highly recommend Harriet as a personal trainer!
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