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Head of Research, Technical Advisor

Bryce Hastings drives the science behind the sweat, leading world class research that shapes how millions of people train. Working alongside internationally renowned research partners, Bryce bridges the gap between the lab and the gym floor, ensuring every LES MILLS™ program is safe, effective, and powered by science.

He has developed numerous research programs and co authored reports across a range of fitness and scientific publications. These include the landmark Get Fit Together trial, alongside research into core conditioning, high intensity interval training, and exercise strategies for sedentary individuals.

A certified Physical Therapist since 1986, Bryce’s academic work is supported by extensive hands on experience. He owned a private practice within the original Les Mills World of Fitness in Auckland and holds an Advanced Diploma in Manipulative Therapy and a Master of Philosophy from Auckland University of Technology, where he serves as a Research Associate and lectured part time for eight years.

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Get fit together study
Bryce Hastings
Dr Jinger Gottschall
Research
December 1, 2012

Get fit together study

‍Can LES MILLS™ group fitness classes satisfy the ACSM recommendations and make significant changes to people’s health?

Intrinsic satisfaction study
Bryce Hastings
Dr Jinger Gottschall
Research
January 1, 2012

Intrinsic satisfaction study

The level of satisfaction people feel in a fitness class is a key factor in determining whether or not they return, so understanding how to influence these satisfaction levels is beneficial in getting new exercisers hooked on fitness.