I'm on a mission to bring more health and movement to my community. Classes are open to everyone (16yrs+) and are held right in your community on Mt Tzouhalem. Walk, bike or drive to your local fitness class and find a new way to build better health close to home!
"Anneke provides a supportive yet challenging environment to improve fitness at any level! I love being outside during these workouts, in a fun group atmosphere."
- Kat (HIIT participant)
"The experience is exceptional; being new to HIIT, I would recommend it to everyone. My body has become stronger; I walk much faster up the hills, and I am not as tight anymore."
- Madalina (HIIT participant)
"I'm feeling much stronger doing tasks and chores around the house. Now my husband asks me for help when something is too heavy to lift!"
- Lynda (HIIT participant)
HIIT stands out among exercise approaches for its remarkable impact on how we age at the cellular level. Your mitochondria—the tiny power plants in your cells—naturally decline as you get older, leading to that familiar feeling of reduced energy and stamina. Research shows that HIIT can reverse this decline, improving mitochondrial function and boosting the production of essential cellular proteins that typically decrease with age.
What's particularly exciting is the real-world impact. Large-scale studies tracking older adults over several years have found that those doing HIIT had notably lower mortality rates compared to those doing moderate exercise or general activity. This isn't just about adding years to your life—it's about maintaining the energy and capacity to enjoy those years.
After age 30, your body naturally begins losing muscle mass, with that loss accelerating as the decades pass. This isn't just cosmetic—it's about maintaining your independence, preventing falls, and keeping up with the activities you love. The good news? HIIT has been shown to be as effective, and sometimes more effective, than traditional exercise at improving muscle strength and performance in older adults.
The key is in HIIT's intensity. Those explosive, challenging movements send a powerful signal to your muscles to adapt and strengthen. Studies confirm that HIIT effectively improves lean muscle mass, functional capacity, and muscle power in older adults—the kind of practical strength that helps you carry groceries, play with grandchildren, or move through your day with confidence.
Your bones are living tissue that respond to the demands you place on them. The problem? Modern life doesn't naturally provide the kind of mechanical stress bones need to stay strong. That's where HIIT comes in.
Research on postmenopausal women with low bone mass has demonstrated that high-intensity resistance and impact training produce significant improvements in bone mineral density at critical sites like the spine and hip. Every jump, sprint, and explosive movement during HIIT tells your bones to get stronger, building the kind of skeletal resilience that protects you from fractures and maintains your mobility for decades to come.
Weight-bearing exercises that create high-magnitude loading on bones have been proven to improve and maintain bone density in key areas—exactly what HIIT delivers in every session.
The most practical benefit of HIIT is how much you can accomplish in a short time. Landmark research has shown that interval training can produce similar fitness and muscle improvements as much longer moderate-intensity workouts. This means you can fit practical training into even the busiest schedule, making it easier to stay consistent—and consistency is what transforms short-term gains into lifelong health.
Whether you're looking to maintain your independence, boost your energy, or simply age with strength and vitality, HIIT offers a scientifically-backed approach that respects both your time and your goals.
Note: In the Winter I will start offering 35 min HIIT classes (1 round - half dose) and 60 min HIIT classes (2 rounds - full dose). All 60 min classes welcome you to join for 1 round or 2 rounds of HIIT (Ie, you can stay for just the first 35 mins of any 60 min class).
2026 HIIT Membership Seasons (Membership includes 2 classes/week):
--> First class free (must register first)
--> $80 for 4-week memberships will be available, space permitting.
--> $10 Drop-in for Outdoor HIIT, $20 Drop-in for HIIT
--> only $700 yearly to invest in your health!
2026 Learn2Lift Sessions:
--> Learn to lift then join a 2x4 Coaching strength training program!
Let's chat about which program is the best place for you to get started. Send me a note telling me a bit about your health & fitness goals.
Located in Duncan, BC
on Viewtop Road
