Meet the Man Running Mount Maunganui Again at 61

James thought his running days were behind him. Six months ago, the 61-year-old Tauranga resident was struggling to walk his dog along the Mount’s base track, let alone tackle the summit trail he’d conquered hundreds of times before.

“I’d been a runner for thirty years,” James explains, sitting at his dining room table after a run. “Every morning, 5am sharp, I’d be up the Mount. It was my meditation, my fitness, everything rolled into one.”

But last year, the familiar ache in his knees turned into something more persistent. The morning runs became morning walks. Then even those became a struggle.

“My wife kept telling me to see someone about it, but I’m stubborn. Thought I could just push through,” he admits with a wry smile. “Classic Kiwi bloke mentality.”

The turning point came when his running group organised a small charity run along the waterfront – an event James had participated in for fifteen years straight.

“I had to pull out. That hurt more than the knees, to be honest. Watching my mates head off without me.”

It was one of those mates who first mentioned Koru FX, a natural cream that was gaining popularity among the local running community.

“Dan swore by it. Said it got him through the Rotorua Marathon prep after his ankle was giving him grief,” James recalls. “I was sceptical – I’d tried everything from tiger balm to expensive physio creams.”

But desperation breeds open-mindedness. James picked up a bottle from his local Life pharmacy.

“First thing I noticed was it didn’t stink the house out like other creams. My wife was relieved,” he laughs. “Applied it morning and night to both knees, just like the instructions said.”

Within a few minutes, James could feel it working. “It wasn’t dramatic, but I could feel a soothing sensation. I was sceptical and thought it was placebo. Within a week I could take the stairs without gripping the rail. Small wins.”

After three weeks, he attempted a gentle jog along the Strand.

“Just two kilometres, nothing flash. But mate, I felt like I’d won lotto. No sharp pains, just the good kind of tired.”

Now, three months later, James is back with his morning crew – though he admits he’s taking it easier than his glory days.

“I’m not breaking any records, but I’m out there. Did the Mount yesterday morning for the first time since last year. Took it slow, stopped for photos at the top like a proper tourist,” he grins.

The real testament to his faith in the product? James has become something of an unofficial ambassador among his running buddies.

“I’ve probably recommended it to a dozen blokes now. We call ourselves the ‘Koru Crew’ – bunch of old fellas refusing to hang up the running shoes,” he says. “My mate Tony’s wife thinks I should be getting commission.”

James pulls out his phone to show a photo from last weekend’s run – eight men in their fifties and sixties, all sporting the same satisfied grins at the finish.

“That’s what it’s about, isn’t it? Staying active, staying connected. When your body starts letting you down, you realise how much these morning runs mean. It’s not just exercise – it’s community.”

He’s already signed up for next month’s charity run.

“Same event I missed last year. Full circle, really. Though I’ve told the wife if I start eyeing up marathons, she has permission to hide my running shoes.”

James isn’t alone in his experience. Koru FX has reportedly helped over 52,652 people across New Zealand since its launch, with the Christchurch-made cream becoming a fixture in pharmacies nationwide.

But how is it possible for a little unknown Kiwi cream to be building such a quiet following?

The secret is in Koru FX’s unique formula, unlike anything else currently available.

It harnesses 16 natural oils. Black pepper, nutmeg and rosemary widen surface vessels so nutrients can pass through the dermal layer; peppermint, eucalyptus and mānuka trigger a rapid cooling of over-excited nerve endings; antioxidants such as calendula and chamomile then flood joints with polyphenols for hours of comfort.

The approach is based on Nobel-winning science by American biochemist David Julius, who showed that botanical compounds like peppermint can modulate temperature-sensing nerve channels that influence pain signalling.

By working with our bodies built in signalling system, the makers of Koru FX have been able to deliver the fast-acting, long-lasting comfort people are looking for – but without all the nasties.

Professional sports trainer Ricki Jacobs says this sort of joint and muscle relief often delivers wider benefits too. “When people can move without fearing a flare-up, their confidence, social life and even sleep rebound just as quickly,” he notes.

Koru Nutrition, the Christchurch company behind the product, offers a 60-day money-back guarantee acknowledging that everyone is unique and has different challenges when it comes to joint health.

“I think it’s really important people can try Koru FX for themselves with the peace of mind of 60-days to give it a really good go.”

“There’s no such thing as a silver-bullet but this way people can know if it works for them just as it has for thousands of others,” says André Linton, Managing Director of Koru Nutrition.

For those who want to give it a try, Koru Nutrition are offering readers discounts of up to 40 per cent.

You can learn more about Koru FX and Koru Nutrition by going to https://go.trykoru.co.nz/koru-fx-ncoa.

What makes Koru FX #1 for Joint Relief?

What makes Koru FX so effective is its unique blend of 16 essential oils and plant extracts, carefully selected to work together in perfect synergy. Ingredients like peppermint and eucalyptus provide deep, antioxidant support, while nutmeg and black pepper extract supercharges the absorption process. These key elements help dilate the skin, allowing the soothing nutrients to penetrate faster and reach the joints where they’re needed most.

Deep Absorption

Fast-Acting Comfort

Long-Lasting Support

This advanced absorption technique was first discovered by David Julius, an American biochemist, who won a Nobel Prize in 2021 for his groundbreaking research on how the body perceives pain. Koru Nutrition has since applied his findings to develop New Zealand’s most effective natural joint relief cream.

It’s this fast-acting, deeply penetrating formula that turned James from a sceptic into believer – and why thousands of Kiwis trust Koru FX every single day.

Over 52,429 Happy Customers and Counting

Reading the reviews, it’s easy to see why so many Kiwis are turning to Koru FX for natural relief…  

People like Mary who wrote in to say, “I have been using Koru FX cream for at least a couple of months now. I decided to give it a go, it is marvellous. I told my hubby to have a try and he also swears by Koru FX. We can only say you have to try this product and find out for yourself.”

Or Sandi, “This cream is amazing! I couldn’t believe it. So many of my friends now use it too. The best thing is it’s a natural product.”

Finally, Karl wrote in with an incredible review… “Koru FX is the best natural joint and muscle cream on the market, helps me get through my physical job every shift. Highly recommend for knees as it works wonders for me.”

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