“Leaving the competitive dance environment I started including various forms of physical activity into my lifestyle. From heading to the gym during the work week, focusing on building strength and executing great form, to hiking mountains and trails on the weekends and exploring our beautiful country. If I’m not exploring or at the gym, I make sure to incorporate yoga and mindful movement.
 
No one ever regrets going for a run, walk, bike, going to the gym or taking 10 minutes to stretch. Being physically active is a feeling that never gets old and it makes me feel great both mentally and physically. I love the endorphins and feeling a sense of achievement at the end of the day.”
 
Petra’s focus is primarily on helping bring to life the outcomes of This is ME®, Sport Waikato’s women and girls initiative, which include supporting, encouraging and celebrating women and girls getting active THEIR way. She provides leadership to the sector to enable the delivery of coordinated and collaborative initiatives to grow the participation of women and girls in active recreation and sport. Petra also plays a role in supporting Sport Waikato’s broader diversity and inclusion work alongside the Targeted Participation Team Manager.