Exercise Motivation Subjects, topics and themes
FIRST SEGMENT - Korey talks about what customers really appreciate about SNAP Fitness
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What Makes Motivated People Different?
Those that don’t have a clear goal or don’t place enough emphasis on changing find it tough! 1 + 4
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Why are We Motivated to Change at All?
My competitive nature, using family as motivation plus the reasons people consider change in the
first place
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Building Motivation to Change
Asking particular types of questions and answering honesty as a way to build motivation to change 3
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Having a Clear Direction or Goal Before Starting
Goals are great however if they are too big they need to be broken up using any of the following
methods… 4
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Preparation Motivation and Change
Good preparation leads to the formation of routines which results in great outcomes 5
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Getting Started and Taking the First Steps
If you dress the part and look the part, chances are you’ll play the part 6
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Habits and Motivation
Routines are an important part of habit formation plus removing temptations instead of trying to
resist them 7 + 8
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Self-Awareness and Motivation
Being self-aware allows me to manage my routines more effectively plus the importance of learning
what works for you and what motivates you 8
10 Barriers to Motivation
Other people’s negative thoughts can stop you from making positive changes 10
11 Maintaining Motivation
Maintaining motivation by shortening or varying workout times plus the power of accountability 11
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12 Key Ideas Insights and Advice
Family as motivators
Just think
Why I want to interview Korey
As an MMA fighter, personal trainer and franchise owner of one of New Zealand hottest gym chains
(Snap Fitness), Korey Gibson is someone who knows a lot about motivation. I was interested in
exploring this motivation and the role it has played in Koreys’ success regarding both his personal
and professional career. As a gym owner and long-time personal trainer I was also keen to get
Koreys’ take on the factors that contribute to, and take away from, building and maintaining
motivation.
Sporting achievements
MMA Blue Belt Awarded by Coach Dan Higgins
King of the Mountain Champion Queensland Australia 2006
Australian Lightweight Champion – Mixed Martial Arts, Nov 9th 2007
NZ Number 1 Lightweight Mixed Martial Artist 2009/2010. Current MMA Record: 6 - 0 - 0
Nominated for Taranaki Sportsman of the Year 1995
Represented New Zealand in Rugby League 1995 and 1996 & Captained New Zealand Junior
Warriors League Team in 1996 to a win over Australia
Represented Taranaki Māoris in Rugby League from 1995 to 1999
Selected for the Auckland Warriors Rugby League Team 1996 and 1997
Selected to play professional Rugby League in England 1998
More interesting information
At the age of 19, at which time he was considered one of the fittest men in the Auckland Warriors,
he was diagnosed with cancer, resulting in surgery and years of post-follow up scares
Before becoming an MMA fighter Korey had two successful amateur boxing fights winning both via
stoppage
Korey makes monthly contributions to various causes including WSPA, Save the Moon Bears in China
and Save the Kakapo
In 2005 Korey completed the Gold Coast 1/2 Marathon in 1hr 32mins
Korey is very proud of his Māori decent and speaks Te Reo and has also spent time learning the art
of Mau Rakau (Taiaha)
Korey is a keen hunter and diver
Quest Health Clubs Self Defence Seminar
Warrior’s Journey with Korey Gibson: Hard Knockout Life
Korey “The Gingerbreadman” Gibson’s Warrior Diet
Contacts and services
FROM INTEGRATED MMA
http://www.integratedmma.com/fighters/korey-gibson/
Record: 5 – 0 – 0
Weight: 70kg
Rank: Blue Belt Integrated MMA
Korey Gibson grew up living in some of the poorest, toughest areas in New Zealand, where gangs
and street fights were common. He began playing rugby with the Bell Block Marist Dragons when he
was 10, learning at an early age that the thing he liked most about it was tackling! By 15 he was
playing with the seniors, and then the National League Competition by 17. In 1996 he captained New
Zealand to a win over Australia, owning the field over experienced Australian State of Origin players.
At the age of 19, at which time he was considered one of the fittest men in the Auckland Warriors,
he was diagnosed with cancer, resulting in surgery and years of post follow up scares.
In 2001, and having experienced numerous injuries – including spinal injuries – that he had
continued to push through, Korey gave up Rugby League in favor of a shot at boxing. After winning
two amateur fights, his work commitments forced him to stop, until two years later when he again
tried his hand at fighting, only this time under Steve Compton who, recognising his talent, sent him
to Integrated Martial Arts to train with Danny Higgins. He had his first MMA fight in October 2006,
since which he has remained undefeated across four fights.
Korey is a true inspiration to all MMA fighters and fans alike, and on November 9, 2007, he
succesfully achieved one of his goals by capturing the Australian Lightweight title at Warriors Realm
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FROM SNAP FITNESS
http://www.snapfitness247.co.nz/
FROM STUFF
http://www.stuff.co.nz/timaru-herald/news/5989251/New-gym-offers-24-hour-service
FROM FAIRTEX NEWS
http://fairtexnews.com/2006/11/07/korey-gibson-wins/
Integrated/Fairtex up and coming fighter Korey Gibson was victorious on the weekend on WR7 after
unleashing with numerous punches that saw his opponent unable to answer the bell for round 2.
Koreys record now goes to 2 fights for 2 wins. Korey is one of our promising future Champions.
FROM BAY OF PLENTY TIMES
http://www.bayofplentytimes.co.nz/news/bay-gets-fast-fitness-with-global-gym-chain/1031982/
Korey Gibson, who holds the exclusive New Zealand rights for Snap Fitness, is negotiating premises
close to downtown Tauranga and expects to open the first of four clubs here by February.
Mr Gibson, who operates the Quest Health Club in Christchurch with 2600 members and 40 staff, is
working with fitness entrepreneur Leon McNiece to open 30 Snap Fitness gyms in New
Zealand within five years, including 10 in Auckland.
0800 SNAP FIT (0800 762 734)
FROM SHERDOG
http://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Korey-Gibson-20067
FROM THE SPORTS VAULT
http://thesportsvault.com.au/index.php/writers-profiles/athlete-profiles/9-sport/fighters/85-koreygibson
How did you become involved in MMA?
I had won a couple of boxing fights and wondered what could happen in a street fight if I ended up
on the ground - I started training with Steve Compton in Brisbane who got me a start with Dan
Higgins at IMMA. I moved to NZ in late 2008 for business reasons and have been training with Karl
Webber at Strikeforce Canterbury along with Deane Brewer and Heydan Bucknell at Mat Junkies in
Christchurch.
Age you started MMA?
Training - 28 / First fight - 29
Height, Weight Off-season and fight weight, DOB or AGE?
174cm - Weight off season 80kgs, fight weight 70kg - DOB - 12/06/1977 - 34 years old
Fighting styles you have learnt?
Boxing, Muay Thai, Olympic Wrestling, Submission Grappling, Jiu Jitsu
What is your current business/job/location?
Health Clubs - Director & Co-Owner of Quest Health Club (NZ), Snap Fitness 24/7 Papanui (NZ) &
Snap Fitness 24/7 Hornby Snap Fitness 24/7 Palmerston North, Snap Fitness 24/7 Dunedin, Snap
Fitness 24/7 Barrington (NZ).
What motivates you to fight?
Internal drive, competition, the want to test myself and my ability
Your Favourite Domestic and International fighters?
Domestic - Adrian Pang & Michael Mortimer (my team mates) and Internationally - I don't really
have a favourite but the bro Kyle Noke is doing well
How has fighting changed your life?
I think I am a more patient person who copes with pressure and anger better
People that have inspired you not only in sport but in life as well?
Maori warriors and the ANZAC's have always inspired me - nothing we go through today can
compare with what they went through. I also admire hard workers like my parents and the old fulla
down the pub who has broken his own land in or worked the same job for the last 30 years.
Great experiences that happened in your life?
Representing NZ in Rugby League (2 years), winning an Australian Title in MMA, the birth of my
nephew Tahi and catching wild boars and goats every weekend to feed the family.
Your Interests and Hobbies?
Hunting, diving and training
One tip or quote which continues to inspire you?
"He moana pukepuke, e ekengia te waka" ("a rough sea can still be navigated" - persevere)
Family Background and current family?
My Father is pakeha and my Mother is Maori, I have one Brother - Rickie who has a son Tahi. I live
with my partner Ebony in a small village of only approximately 50 people called Mangamaunu on the
east coast of New Zealand's South Island - I also have heaps of cuzzies!
Happiest memory
Laying on top of a mountain with a torn meniscus and a broken thumb in Kaikoura having a beer
with the boys after catching a couple of pigs with Cody (the dog) laying on me the week after I won a
tough MMA fight in NZ in 2008.
Future Goals in life?
Open 15 Snap 24/7 Health Clubs, have some kids, keep training hard and make loads of money
which will enable me to spend great times friends and family.
What one item can you not live without
My dogs.
Favourite holiday destination?
Germany is pretty cool.
If you could have dinner with five people, who would they be?
Anthony Robbins, Bob Marley, Sir Edmond Hilary, Te Amo May Epiha (My Great Grandmother) and
Te Rauparaha (An old Maori Warrior). I would love to find out what motivated them to do what they
did.
What one word would you use to describe yourself?
Determined.
Do you have a sporting mentor?
No.
Training Background(sports, etc)?
Rugby League, Touch Rugby, Boxing and MMA.
What is your favourite fighting style?
MMA
Training Philosophy?
While he rests I will keep training... and while I'm training I will make sure that I have a lot of fun!
Favourite Foods/Type of diet you follow?
Warrior Diet by Ori Hoefmekler - but I love chocolate!!
Favourite Train session plus training spilt(training schedule)
IMMA circles with Dan and the IMMA team are the most challenging sessions I have ever had, I love
mixing things up - my short attention span can lead me to getting a little bored from time to time.
Describe a typical day
Train (morning - a mixture of either Run, ropes, kettlebells, weights) - work at the gyms then training
of some sort again in the evening (grappling, sparring, MMA etc)
Worst injury you have suffered
I have had heaps but a torn (nearly in half) quad was bad - 16 weeks. As well as the removal of my
right AC joint in late 2007 which took 20 months to fully recover from.
What is your favourite movie?
I really like Shawshank Redemption and Misery along with Home Alone on Xmas Eve!!
What one lesson did you take from your parents?
Here's three: Never take a backwards step, work hard if you want to get somewhere in life and
respect your elders.
How do you deal with temptation?
I simply don't put myself in the situation that I feel could be detrimental to what I'm trying to
achieve.
What is your favourite music/band/song?
Music - reggae music and Maori music / band - Bob Marley & the Wailers, NZ reggae bands, Trinity
Roots and anything with a positive message / song - hhhmmm tough one to answer but I really love
listening to "Aotearoa" by Trinity Roots or "Brothers In Arms" by Dire Straits (the week leading into a
fight especially). But I can't forget my cage entry song - "Burning" By Kora.
What is your biggest fear?
Failure.
Do you believe "never giving up" is the difference between making it and not making it in any sport?
It's definitely a big part of it and life in general, I also think that enjoyment and having fun whilst
your on your journey or at training is just as important.
Have you ever failed at anything? If yes how did you overcome this?
I don't know if I have failed at anything completely, but I have definitely made a lot of mistakes in
life, business and in sports. I don't dwell on them at all, I let them go, learn from them and try and
come up with strategies to ensure the same mistake doesn't happen again and forward movement is
maintained.
What inspired you to succeed?
I don't know brother, I think I was born with it. I can tell you that as a young boy I remember telling
myself that I never wanted to go and work at the local steel factory like most in my town did.
What did you want to be as a kid growing up?
A famous rugby league player.
Who has been your greatest rival?
Scott Benson was a strong opponent, and I have had loads on the Rugby League and touch footy
field.
Who would you like to compete against?
It doesn't bother me - when the time is right, anyone is fine.
Fights you have competed in and titles you have won?
I am 6-0-0 in MMA, won King of the Mountain Lightweight Title in Toowoomba (QLD) in 2007 and
the Warriors Realm Australian Lightweight Title in 2007.
Future fights planned?
Nothing at this stage, recovery from recent ankle surgery, get healthy and fit again, get my big gym
Quest open again after the earthquakes (closed for 7 months now) and see what's on the horizon.
What title would you like to win?
NZ or South Pacific Supremacy Lightweight Title.
People you would like to thank?
Dan Higgins and Steve Compton - two great teachers and motivators - Kia ora Coaches! I'd also like
to thank my awesome staff and all the family friends that have given me a hand since returning to
NZ. A special thanks to Dad for organising the build of our brand new house, and to my bro Hayden
Dreaver "Master" in Kaikoura for teaching me about bush culture and living off the land.
Anything further you would like to add?
Yes another major focus of mine at present is studying my Te Reo and to become a fluent speaker. I
would also like add that NZ MMA is on the rise, we just need to ensure it maintains a professional
approach and strong "behind the scenes" systems that ensure we grow as fast as the sport is
growing worldwide.