How to get slim and feel great!

October 29, 2009

Hi everyone!

I have met loads of people at the gym now so I’m enjoying giving lots of people some new tips and tricks to get better results!

If you see me at the gym, please come and say hi – I’d love to meet you :-)

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I am rolling out the getSlim program in local businesses around the St. Paul’s area next month so if you or anyone in your business that would benefit from some weight loss coaching and support, this program is for you!

Over 5 years experience in changing people’s bodies. Money-back guaranteed weight loss results.

Typically, participants lose approximately 1kg per week on the program and get loads of tools to continue with your results as part of your lifestyle. Private consultations or small groups available. I can even come to your office if you are local.

Sessions start from just £15 for small groups.

Email info@katmillar.com to get started. Your first session is a complimentary trial to see if it’s for you!

Lacking motivation?

According to a recent study of Leading Personal Trainers, many people are blaming their busy lifestyles for their lack of motivation to exercise.

The survey conducted by Zest Health clubs to identify ‘exercise motivators’ revealed that people are inclined to lose their motivation if results are not seen quickly enough.

Changing our bodies requires us to change, however it is not just about restricting ourselves. It’s about what we are ADDING to our lives – NOT taking away. If we focus on what we’re ‘missing out’ on, we’ll probably be miserable… But if we focus on what we’ll be GAINING by improving our lifestyle, things will start to happen naturally :-)

So, that said, what can you start doing TODAY to improve your body and your health?

Here is a simple checklist to see how you are doing…

1. Am I drinking 8 or more glasses of water per day?

2. Am I getting 8 hours sleep? (or the appropriate amount for me)

3. Am I eating 5+ fruit/veges per day and getting the right amount of protein, healthy carbs and good fats?

4. Do I take some time out each day to de-stress if needed (this can be as simple as  taking 10 minutes outside in the fresh air)

5. Am I doing cardio 3 or more times per week and weights twice a week? (This is a requirement to change/maintain your body shape)
If you have a busy lifestyle, it is even more ESSENTIAL that you get regular exercise – MOST days!

Exercise helps ‘eat up’ the stress chemical cortisol and releases endorphins – (those ‘feel good’ babies!) – next time you feel like chocolate to make you feel better, try some activity! It’s sure to give you a longer lasting high!

5 Characteristics of a Champion

1. Passion
How can you get more fire in your belly, more desire, more ache and more deep want that stirs you to action. Do you know what you’re going after?

2. Belief
Do you believe you can do it? Are you telling yourself you can or you can’t? Either way, you’ll be right. Are you determined to do what it takes to succeed?

3. Values
Do you value yourself enough to do the things required? What’s important to you? Why? How do your values line up with what you want to achieve in life?

4. Communication – self talk / others
What types of things do you say to yourself on an everyday basis? Do you have a healthy positive vocabulary or do you speak negatively? Do you talk yourself or others out of things? What else can you say to help you achieve what you want?

5. Habits
Are your habits serving you? Do you log the things you need to do consistently? We are a product of our habits. The way you are now is a result of the choices of your past and your current habits. What habits do I need to take on or remove?

If you are not currently working with a Personal Trainer and would like to try a free, no obligation session, I’d love to meet you and help you towards achieving the body you desire!
(Ask about my special ‘Shape up before Christmas’ 2 for 1 deal!)
Just click this link to email me mailto:info@katmillar.com


Until next time, stay strong and focused!


Kat


Woohoo! I’m Personal Training again!

October 17, 2009

Hi everyone!

Thanks for coming to readLA PT photo my blog!

I have hit London – and they don’t know what they’re in for! :-)

I’m working as a Personal Trainer at LA Fitness, St. Paul’s, London City. Very exciting! It’s a fabulous gym!

If you are in London, or know anyone that is, I’m offering free trial sessions for a week beginning Monday, 19th October. Spaces limited!
Come and experience the difference between working out lonely, and working out to get great results! Research shows that working out with a Personal Trainer gives you 60% better results – and keeps you striving towards your goals! IT WORKS! I money-back guarantee it!
You don’t need to be a member, and there’s no obligation to continue! Just come and have a fun, fantastic workout with me!

Well, quick news from me!

I’m LOVING London! Am enjoying doing some sleuth-work to find the healthiest options in my new city! There is MEGA convenience food EVERYWHERE – Pasty’s, donuts, sandwiches overflowing with mayo (but luckily they all have calorie counts on the front so you know what you’re in for!) It’s a bit of a mission to find great options!
But there are lots out there!
My favourite is Leon and Salade so far. Lots of healthy salads and soups.
My tube-snack is pretty much always a bag of trimmed green beans and some prawns or chicken breast from the ever-handy ready-to-go portions from Marks n Spencer. Haven’t found many good protein bars yet so I’m on a mission to find some!

Will write again soon!

Until then, Train hard and keep smiling! :-)

Kat


Kat’s Chats – Sep 2009

September 1, 2009

Hey All!

Long time no hear from me!

I am packing up and heading off to London – the time is flying! Have had all sorts of delays with the NZ embassy and my visa, but it’s all sorted now and I leave in a few weeks. Has been a mission that’s for sure, but nice having some extra time with my friends and family :-)

6 week challenge

Was a great success! A lot of you made some great progress and either came close or reached your goals. Thanks to all those who came along to the final wrap up!

We had a great time together and I really enjoyed celebrating with everyone!

I’m sure you all inspired and motivated each other with your stories :-)

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We had a great, relaxing final weigh in with healthy snacks and drinks and a chance to kick back and reflect on how far you have all come. Keep up your fantastic efforts – you are all stars! And I’d love to continue to hear how you are all doing.

‘Strengthen your mental muscle’ seminar

We had a full house for both seminars and a great time!
Thanks to everyone who came along and for the positive feedback following.
I hope you were inspired!

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Thanks and WELL DONE to everyone who turned up on a cold, rainy Saturday morning and got HOT!

YOU ALL DID FABULOUS! Was really proud of you :-)

Well done on your pain and effort!

Special mention to Nilesh Bhuthadia who got the best distance. Congrats!

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Training –

Guess What! I forgot to let you know that I finished my 1000km’s in a year goal. Seems like only a few months ago I set that goal!
I ended up getting a bit over 1,200 kms and it didn’t feel hard at all – maybe I need a heftier goal next time! It was quite an easy goal to complete. In one year, not a week went by without a run. I mostly ran 5 days each week so I’m stoked I set that ‘big picture’ goal cos it felt great to tick it off :-)

I’ve been LOVING winter – especially training. It’s so nice to be able to push myself that bit harder to warm up rather than be bright red and sweaty after 5 minutes! The other day I didn’t warm up much and got home from my 8km run still with freezing cold hands! But I much prefer that as it makes me run faster :-)
Feeling pretty strong in the weights too although there’s always room for more improvement!

Achievements -

80kg squat! Woohoo!!!

Food of the moment –

Easy protein dessert  treat– Egg whites and protein powder whisked together with a tsp of desiccated coconut, microwaved til it’s big and fluffy – mmm! Not to be had too often!

Also quite into Low carb protein bars at the moment from Pt Chev Low carb shop – but have to watch I only have them occasionally as they can be too more-ish.

Drink of choice –

PVL Whey Gourmet Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein shakes – only $4 (have with water) at Club Physical, Margan Ave – yum!

Latest goals to keep me motivated each week…

25km a week running plus lots of X-trainer whenever I can. Doing mainly outdoor running
Lots of crunches – just cos they burn and make me feel hardcore lol
Yoga or body balance every week – such a nice end to the day! Must do!

Thanks so much to everyone for your kind words and well wishes about setting off on my big O.E :-)

I’m really going to miss you and Les Mills, New Lynn – my second home!

I started as a member at that gym when I was 16, so it is quite bizarre moving on after all that time! But it just feels so right, and perfect timing to be taking off on my big life adventure :-)

I plan to return with more knowledge, skills and experience to enrich the health and fitness industry with when I get back to NZ.

I have really enjoyed getting to know you all!

I will email from overseas with a travel blog once I set one up if you’re interested in staying in touch. Would love to hear from you, so please let me know how you are going :-)

All the best with everything!
Keep striving, keep positive and of course keep going hard!


Kat


Training News

June 24, 2009

6 week challenge

The 6 week challenge is going fantastically!

Everyone is really gunning for it, and I think going especially hard with the shorter time limit and the finish line that wee bit closer!

Have had many great progress reports and we still have over 2 weeks to go! Lots of ‘hardcore’ challenges being met :-)

I have been referred to as ‘Big Brother is always watching’ as I’m texting people constantly to stay in the zone – there is no escaping! I really really REALLY want everyone to achieve their goal!!!

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It is SO exciting seeing all you wonderful ladies -

Progress … laugh … journey … enjoy each other … support … empower … buddy up … lose weight … feel more in control of your choices … challenge some negative thought patterns.. get to know yourself and your tendencies better … share thoughts, ideas and tips – and so much more!

You are ALL winners – and it is wonderful to have so many LOSERS!

Of particular note -
Keri – 8.1kg!
Richelle – 7.2kg!
Sepora – 5.1kg!

Keep up the great effort!

As a group you have lost…. 43kg!!!!! WOOHOO!

‘Strengthen your mental muscle’ seminar

Life-changing concepts that will challenge and inspire you

Wednesday 8th July 7.30pm and Saturday 11th July 11.30am

Les Mills New Lynn
20.00 per person (1 hour session) Numbers limited

Includes healthy snacks and Horleys giveaways.

First 5 people to register receive a wee prize pack of goodies!

Registrations by email only – info@katmillar.com. Don’t miss out!

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This was a fantastic day – I don’t think I’ve ever enjoyed a 10km run so much!
I LOVED IT!!!
I was smiling and buzzing pretty much the whole day (except for the Old Mill Road hill of course!?!) but it was just the best feeling ever! Glorious sunshine, wonderful volunteers clapping you on at the corners and a cheering crowd at the finish line!

Thanks heaps to Nga, Neil, Jo, Kylie, Midi and Tash for joining me – esp to Nga and Neil who came back and ran the final stretch with me! Legends! I finished in 62 mins 50, which was better than I thought with my hamstring quite achy lately and I enjoyed it so much I’m thinking I coulda pushed harder! Ahhh well, next time!

Thanks to everyone who sponsored me :-) I really appreciate your support – great cause!


No excuses cardio blast

Thanks and well done to everyone who took part!

Bea Leatham, Kym Amani, Nga Beavin, Rochelle Johnson, Richard Kalka, Keri Pewhairangi, Hayley Fuller, Danielle Maurice, Nilesh Bhuthadia, Lara Paterson


It was a tough challenge..

But you all did me really proud!

Congrats!

10 mins each – Cross-trainer, Bike, Rower, Treadmill

Best distances!
Nga – 14.29km
Nilesh – 12.10km
Kym – 10.11km

GREAT EFFORT!

We are ON again!

No excuses cardio blast 2

Sat July 11, 9am cardio theatre.

Email me to secure your place!
All welcome!

And Finally…

Well, just a reminder that my last day at the gym is Friday July 17 and to book in your session times to ensure you don’t miss out! If you need a new program to continue on with or anything else, please let me know asap!

Start your plan to keep the momentum going and maintain the intensity, focus and perseverance!

‘Destiny is not a matter of chance, it’s a matter of choice’


Until next time :-)

Kat


New – 6 week challenge!

May 26, 2009

*NEW! 6 week challenge!*

Your next ‘team goal date’ is July 11th.

This gives you 6 weeks of guttsing it out!

Take some time to have a good serious think and hit me back with your goal :-)

It doesn’t need to be a huge, overwhelming thing. Just something simple that would make you feel really good if you got it!

I also want you to choose a ‘personal’ name for your own challenge.
Something like ’6 weeks to a hotter met’! or ’6 weeks to my skinny jeans’ or ‘See my abs challenge’ or ‘A 2kg lighter me’ or… or…. get creative, the ideas are limitless :-)

All welcome to take part! Weekly email motivation to keep you going!

Email me now!

www.info@katmillar.com


Latest News

May 13, 2009

Hey All!

Hope you are surviving this sudden change of temperature ok! I’m not a happy camper when I set out on my run in the sun and end up drenched :-( !! But ahhh well, we have had lots of great weather this year so I won’t complain :-)

For those of you who come to ‘Saturday morning wake-up’, we will now be training inside the gym each week.S6301754

Well, life is grand! I’m totally loooooving running and weight training, as well as training all of my wonderful clients
Every day is so different and I’m seeing so many people getting fitter and stronger week after week – both physically and emotionally. It’s awesome.

Had a few people ask me about my ’1000 km’s in a year’ goal recently. I can’t believe next month will be a year since I set that goal! I’m pleased to say I’m on track and although I haven’t added up my totals lately (I’ll get to that sometime soon!) I have been averaging 25km’s every week, so I know I will nail the 1000km’s by goal date in June. And it will feel fantastic!

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I would like to extend a warm welcome to you all in teaming together to support a great new community incentive ‘Sixfor600′
It is run through Life Church Mt Eden with all proceeds going back to the community. Please check out sixfor600.org for more details. Saturday 13th June, starting at Coyle Park, Pt Chevalier

I’m doing the 10km and would love some others to join me for either a run, a walk, a bike ride or a swim!

The Six for 600 sponsorship event was designed with the aim of raising six hundred thousand dollars for LIFE and our community based projects and initiatives.

If this is not for you, perhaps you could get behind the event by visiting http://www.sixfor600.org/index.php?option=com_fundraising&task=showfundraising&frid=569393&eid=102368&Itemid=109 to make a donation.

Much appreciated!

getSlim…

Is going great and we have many ladies getting close to the 5kg loss mark. Awesome!

Most important, everyone is working on their personal mental and emotional ‘battles’ and coming a long way in their journey to bodies they are happy with :-) It’s wonderful to see changes in mindset, even if the scale doesn’t always say what we want to see – there’s so much more to the journey than the numbers.

Feeling proud of yourself for changing even 1 habit can be the motivation you need to really push towards bigger and higher things. Bring it on!

LADIES!

We are meeting for a social lunch!
Saturday May 30th
1pm
Bricklane, New Lynn
www.bricklane.co.nz

Inspire another woman, hear each others battles and victories, celebrate each others successes

ALL WELCOME!

The ‘No Excuses’ Cardio Blast!

No pressure – just a lot of fun and sweat!

It’s all about YOUR personal best!

The Challenge

Cross-trainer 10 mins
Rower 10 mins
Treadmill 10 mins
Cycle 10 mins

How many km’s can you travel? Certificates awarded to the Top 3.
All Welcome to join in! Just email me info@katmillar.com to let me know you’re keen :-)

Motivation Station…

I read a quote recently in a wee book called ‘Sports thoughts’. It read…

“I’m not just involved in tennis, I’m committed. Do you know the difference? Think of ham and eggs. The chicken is involved but the pig is committed.”
Martina Navratilova
Nine-time Wimbledon tennis champion

I love concept of the difference between just wanting something and being committed to getting it.

How easy is it to ‘wish’ for something, or to hope for or want something. Being committed is a whole other ball game!

Here’s what I believe are some of the crucial differences…

Commitment is in I cans, Wishing is in I can’ts

Wishing is ‘someday’, commitment is today

Wishing doubts, commitment is confident

Wishing is ‘I should’, commitment is ‘I am’

Wishing is in ‘I’d like to run but it’s raining’, Commitment is zipping up your jacket and heading out the door

Wishing loves the word ‘Should of’, Commitment doesn’t know that concept!

Wishing dreams, commitment acts

Wishing is hopeful, commitment knows for sure


Are you wishing for something? Or are you committed to achieving it – no matter what?


Kat


Latest News

April 17, 2009

Hi All!

Sorry I’ve been Missing in Action for a while – life has been very hectic!

4th April saw the wrap up of ‘Mission Possible’ with some very impressive results!

Everyone totally blew their original numbers away and showed just what 12 weeks of solid and consistent effort can do!
Well done team!

Final assessment day was a lot of fun and it was so great to see everyone encouraging and cheering each other on!

We had a wee awards ceremony at Black Salt bar to celebrate finishing the challenge on a high :-)

‘I firmly believe that any man’s finest hour is that moment when he has worked his heart out in good cause and lies exhausted on the field of battle, victorious’

Champions are not made in the race or in the boxing ring, but in the hours of training they put in to prepare – most of which is done on their own when no-one is watching!

Champions are made away from the lights and the action! Winners put in the hard yards when no-one is watching :-)

TOP 3 Improvers (The winners of the challenge)!
1st – Notorious Nga
2nd – Super Shelley
3rd – Kym Amani

Each won a massage voucher for the Muscle Recovery clinic. Congratulations!

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This weight loss support program is off to a flying start with some stunning results already!

So far the ladies combined have lost a total of 16kg!! All in only 1 month!

There are 3 groups running and we have been discussing the best foods to eat, the good the bad and the ugly of the food out there, motivation strategies, quick meal ideas and much more.

If you or anyone you know needs some motivation and incentive to lose weight, this program works! There are tools I will share with you that I can promise you – if you apply them, you can transform your body!

There is still a few gaps in the Wednesday 10.30am and Sat 10am group, or you can go through the system with one-on-one nutritional coaching from just 1x 1/2 hour session per week.

The purpose of getSlim is not only about weight loss, but I’m excited to be able to share up-to-date nutrition information and motivation with you on an ongoing basis. This accountability and inspiration will empower you to have control of your everyday choices.

Mission Possible 2!

The next challenge is real simple!
To get YOU the ONE goal that you truly want!

Everyone is welcome to take part!

June 1st is the date to mark in your calendar!
I will email all my clients that are interested in taking part with weekly motivation and encouragement towards this date.
So, get thinking, get planning, get creative!

What do YOU want to accomplish?
What’s the ‘future you’ look and feel like on this day?

If you’re keen to take part in this next ‘Mission Possible’, please decide on your #1 goal, email me back, and let’s go for it!
A 10km walk, run or ride?
Shopping for a new outfit – in the next size down?
Being able to fit your winter clothes?

DREAM BIG!!

Training and Nutrition Diary Give-away!

This prize-draw is also simple. Email me some ‘before and after photos’ and you will win a ‘REPS’ training and Nutrition Log book! First 5 to email me info@katmillar.com will receive the prize. Plus of course get to feature on my website ;-)

The photos can be from any time period. An additional ‘success story’ would be even better!


Hope you all had a great Easter break and enjoyed the short week!

Until next time, I hope you’re staying focused and positive :-)

Kat


‘Feeling healthy and feeling good about yourself is not a luxury – it’s an absolute necessity’


getSlim – New weight loss clubs for women!

March 8, 2009

Working out but not happy with the results you’re getting?

Scale not budging?

Introducing… For the first time in NZ

getSlim

Weight loss support groups

Your opportunity to meet with like-minded women each week and get real answers that really work!!

Answers to questions such as…

- Why am I not losing weight?
- What can I do to stop sugar cravings?
- How many calories do I really need to consume a day?
- What do I eat when I’m on the run?
- and many many more!

*A chance to share your weight loss concerns with other women and receive practical tips
*Weekly weigh-in to keep you accountable to your goal
*Advice, support, meal planning ideas, healthy recipes and more


Choose your day!
Wednesdays 10.30am
Thursdays 7.30pm
Saturdays 10am

20.00 per person for an hour session

EMAIL BACK TO REGISTER YOUR PLACE TODAY!
Numbers limited and seats filling fast!

Inspiration + Education = Motivation


Look Better Naked Pics

February 23, 2009
Lindsey and Fleur taking a well-deserved breather

Lindsey and Fleur taking a well-deserved breather

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Working those triceps!

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We all love the crab crawl

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My wonderful creative ladies choosing their pain option

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Vanessa and Vicki find a smart way to get down the room

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Rochelle and Lara gunning to the finish line


Saturday outdoor training photos

February 7, 2009

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