Meet Our Staff

Richard Sarkies holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement) from the University of Wollongong, Certificate IV Personal Training, and also lectures at Sydney TAFE across a broad range of health and fitness subjects, including the Certificate IV in Personal Training. Richard has been working in the fitness industry for over 17 years, and ran a successful personal training business in Hong Kong, before returning to Sydney to establish Hooked on Health. He is a keen runner, and was recognised as one of the top distance runners in Hong Kong. In Sydney, he has run as a preferred runner in many local fun runs including the City to Surf.

Kirsten Todd has over 6 years experience working in the health and fitness industry as a personal trainer, massage therapist and nutritionist, and has been a keen sports participant from a very young age. From her previous life in corporate management she brings a sharp edge to the business, with immeasurable energy, focus, and a personal touch that's second to none. As a proprietor of Hooked on Health, Kirsten provides a multitude of skills, holding a Certificate IV in Personal Training, Certificate IV in Remedial Massage, Diploma of Nutrition, and is a qualified Pilates Instructor. She is a member of the Australian Traditional-Medicine Society (member no. 16267). Kirsten has competed at a high level in a number of sports including Rugby Union, beach sprint and surf boat rowing. She came to age group running after giving birth to her first child, Wilson, nearly six years ago.