Testimonials

Tracey before and after

Kat, thank you SO much for all your support and motivation. I’m so pleased with what I’ve managed to achieve and I wouldn’t have that feeling or achieved nearly so much without all of your help and encouragement, so HUGE thanks to you!’

Tracey Wood, Group Chief Technology Officer, The Brand Union, London

Lisa-Maree Cunningham

‘I contacted Kat as i know she has competed in a lot of competitions and i needed her advice, support and guidance in regards to my eating and preparation. Over the 9 weeks prior to my comp, Kat was always there answering my emails and giving me so much support i felt like she was there with me.

I am proud to say that in 9 weeks i dropped 9.5kg, 7.5cm off my hips, 5cm off my waist and my body fat in mm went from 118.8mm to 66.6mm.’

Lisa-Maree Cunningham, Personal Trainer, London

‘Training with Kat I lost 21kg and over 13% in body fat and a total of 30cm from the chest, waist and hips… Thanks to my new eating habits and exercise regime, there’s no more going back to how I used to be. I feel good about myself again.

Nga Beavin, CEO of DB lol at Barkers

Nga Beavin

“Kat’s training, advice and motivation was exactly what I needed to get me on the right track and I have also learned a huge amount and had fun while doing it.

Although it was up to me to put in the hard work, having somebody to be accountable to really helped. This summer is the first time in ages I have felt confident enough to wear anything ‘above the knee’ – and I’m loving it!”

HW, Account Director, Tenfold

“I had the very good fortune to meet Kat when I walked into a London gym to sign up. Kat was extremely friendly, genuinely interested and made me feel at ease immediately. I mentioned my chance meeting with Kat to my husband and coincidentally, it turned out that he knew of her and her excellent reputation. He had seen Kat put her “trainees” through their paces on a daily basis and had seen the amazing results, as he was already at the same gym.”

Michelle Bergin, Senior Manager PwC, London

“Kat has been a personal trainer to my wife (& has slipped in some extra nutritional guidance for her husband too!). We are both seniors & Kat has been a particularly careful & professional trainer who has assisted my wife in developing an excellent & suitable routine which has contributed to her good health. Kat has also become our friend.”

Rex Smith, Properties Online

“I can highly recommend Kat as a Personal Trainer. I trained with her for just over a year while she was in the UK. I really liked the wide variations in her training style which meant that sessions were never boring or repetitive. It was also evident that a lot of thought and preparation went into her work and she had adapted sessions to meet my aims and goals. I also liked her holistic approach encompassing nutritional advice, advice on setting and achieving goals etc. I would definitely hire Kat again if she were to do another stint in London.”

Sarbjeet Kaur Sidhu, IT Information Analyst, London

“I have worked with Kat as my Personal Trainer at LA Fitness in London. Kat is not only a great professional and truly an expert, but a very inspirational and energetic person. If you want to achieve your fitness and wellness goals, she is the perfect guide through your journey to a fitter, healthier and happier you.”

Mara Lature, Online Marketing Executive, London

“I use to hate the gym but having Kat as a personal trainer made it fun (well as fun as working out can be). She is fantastic and really knows how to get you motivated to work that extra bit harder to get the results you are looking for. My waist line and I are sorry she left London!”

Mahvish Ayoob, Nomura, London

“Since I’ve known Kat she has been totally supportive of me and has really helped motivate me to achieve my health and fitness goals. I would recommend her to anyone who is serious about getting fit and losing weight.”

Carol Wilson, Management Consultant, NZ

‘I really look forward to my sessions with Kat.  I know that I am going to get an uninterrupted hour to focus on where I’m at and what I need to focus on for the next week.

We set achievable goals and brainstorm solutions to problems.’

Anjie Connor, Teacher, Green Bay College, NZ

“After 3 previous personal trainers I have now found the best. Excellent professionalism with excellent knowledge on all aspects of health and exercise coupled with  great communication skills. Kat Millar puts the ‘personal’ in ‘Personal training’.

She cares about what she is saying, keeps me highly motivated, and makes going to the gym enjoyable and not a chore. I am seeing the best results I have ever achieved since starting at the gym, and I was going a long time before training with Kat!

It is not only the actual exercise sessions included with the training sessions, Kat provides full written programmes, nutritional information and regular motivational emails. I would have no problems recommending Kat to family, friends and colleagues – the results will speak for themselves. Kat Millar 10/10.”

Thomas Davis, Nomura, London

‘Kat I learned such a lot from you re. exercising and food. You should be a personal trainer to the stars! I have never met such a hard worker as you, you are truly amazing and such an inspiration to us all. We are so lucky to have met you’

Alana Wilkins, Nomura, London

“I just wanted to say thank you for the training. I am really enjoying boot camp and feeling so much stronger… I can feel muscles in my arms now!”

Ally McKenzie, Engineer, GHD

“The natural talent that Kat possesses could not be readily or practicably trained into another person. To reach this level, one has to have a considerable amount of skill.

Kat is committed to her clients by means of excellent client care, she leads by example and has inspired many.”

Sean Palmer, Les Mills PT Manager, New Lynn, NZ

“I have been a client of Kat’s since 2005. She has a passionate dedication to my results and we have weekly coaching sessions on Skype to keep me motivated and inspired to achieve my goals.

When I met Kat, I was a heavy smoker and had recently had a heart attack. She helped me turn my life around, even to the point of competing in not only one, but five bodybuilding competitions.

She is a constant source of help and encouragement and I know for a fact that I wouldn’t be where I am today without her help.”

Richard Kalka, Aviation security, Auckland

Richard Kalka

“I trained with Kat for over a year and the results that I achieved were incredible!  My main goal was to gain weight and increase my body definition.

By working with Kat I gained so much muscle, I started off at 57kg and got up to 71kg. My strength also increased significantly.

I’ve never had a body like this in my life! I recommend Kat if you want to get results fast and in a professional manner.”

Shahab Vojdani, Pilot, Auckland

‘I was extremely self-conscious and unhappy with the way I looked. So when Kat told me that I would see a difference from this programme, I was extremely skeptical. Why should this time be any different when I’d been going to the gym for years without anything changing?

But with Kat’s expertise and guidance, I have lost 12kg, 12% body fat, and inches off my legs and dropped from size 12 to size 8. Never would I have believed this was possible!

Thanks to Kat I have discovered a new way of life – not just exercise but eating right, believing in yourself and having a positive outlook. There’s nothing like the feeling of being fit and in control… having new-found confidence and being able to wear anything I like (including that bikini!), being proud of what I have achieved.

I am so lucky to have met Kat and will be forever grateful. I now know that ‘a trainer is not a trainer’, Kat is one of a kind and anyone training with her will know exactly what I mean.’

Maree Reinink, Omnicom Media Group

Maree Reinink

“The advantages of seeing Kat over the other options I have tried are that not only do you get nutritional advice, you get education on exercise and methods for marinating your results, also the regular catch ups for measures and to look at what improvements can be made…”

Janine Wilson, Forensic Administrator, Auckland

“Kat’s approach is professional and thorough and her insight to additional knowledge such as nutrition is valuable and without question, precise. Her motivation and drive is infectious to me and no doubt her other clients.

With her on-going help and support, I competed and placed 2nd in the novice athletic class in a bodybuilding competition last year, something I had never dreamed of doing.”

Russell Ferguson, NZ Army recruiter

Russell Ferguson

“I have never felt better on the tennis court (and post match) as I have now that I’ve training with Kat! It is fun and hard work, but it definitely worth it. My performance, speed, strength and resilience to long efforts has all improved so much!”

Luigi Napolano, Director Project & Industry Specialized Lending, London

“I trained with Kat for two years. I lost 20kg in the first year and have maintained that loss. The real point of difference with Kat is that she has the knowledge and experience to sort your body and mind out through exercise AND nutrition.  I now have the knowledge to make considered decisions around food.

When I look back it wasn’t hard at all. My weekly sessions with Kat would put me back on track if I strayed (and I did!). There were no recriminations but a conversation on why. That was enough for me to get back into it. I have been overwhelmed by people at work who have been inspired by my journey. I never thought that would happen!

Oh and I can now carry my gas bottle wherever I want to! Kat changed my life! I will be forever grateful.”

Rae Moore, Manager, NZ Post

“Kat is total motivation for me. She is a trainer that really ‘walks the talk’. I love working out with Kat, she is so inspiring and she always has new things to try at each session. A ½ hour session with Kat makes me feel thoroughly worked out.

Kat brought my fitness up to a high level and with her group training sessions helped me maintain this. I really enjoy the variety and flexibility that she is able to offer as a Personal Trainer; from intense one on ones, boxing, group training, inspiring seminars and awesome challenges.

Kat will ALWAYS be on your side cheering you on no matter what your goals are.”

Amanda Dorreen, Hort Research, Auckland

Amanda Dorreen

‘When I signed up for the 100km Oxfam trail walker event I had no idea how I was going to get fit enough and strong enough to ever complete this gruelling event.  Being a bit on the overweight side, a bit lazy and not very fit I thought the Les Mills “Look Better Naked” programme sounded fun and like something I would stick to.  Kat made the training fun and pushed us to do things I would never have done left to my own devices.  The training was invaluable not only in strengthening my body but also my mind!

It’s amazing what Kat’s inspiring thoughts and wisdom can do to help you up a tough hill!  Kat was also great with advising on eating plans.  My whole body shape changed and I lost centimetres, as well as weight. I completed the 100km walk and continued training with Kat a couple of times a week.  Kat is an inspirational trainer who pushes you to where you should be!’

Shelley Jenkins, Centre Manager Lynn Mall

“Kat is an inspiring and motivating personal trainer. My time with Kat each week is always hard work, fun and full of new challenges. I have never had two workouts the same so you are always focused and fully engaged in every set of exercises. I am reaching my goals and feeling really energised in the days that follow! Kat is also really helpful with nutrition/diet tips.”

Vanessa Kettlewell, Bloomsberry & Co. 

“Hiring Kat as a PT was definately money well spent. Her knowledge is inspiring and she goes the extra mile to help you achieve your goals by constantly thinking outside of the box. I would be more than happy to recommend her to anyone.”

Nick Pirallis, Business Development Consultant, London

“Kat is amazingly passionate and dedicated to her role in fitness and nutrition and supporting others to transform their lives. She always prepares to a high standard and delivers amazing sessions and workshops which always get brilliant feedback. She relates well to everyone, is very encouraging and deals with a wide range of clients in a very professional yet down to earth manner.”

Gaynor Burton, Director of Fitfish, U.K

‘Kat has been an inspiration to me and to my training and helped me through different journeys and paths to complete my goals.  I see her training on her own a lot at the gym, so I know she has to work as hard as anyone else to keep trim, which is good to see.

Having someone to encourage you in your journey is a small price to pay really, to change your life and become stronger both in your body and mind and are equipped to keep the results with you forever. It’s so good to have someone share the excitement with you help you through the hard days and help set you new goals. Any dream is never too far off – it just takes commitment and determination.’

Kirsty McKelvie, Manager Boulevard Hotel, Auckland

Kirsty McKelvie

“Kat’s skills and professionalism are great! She knows her job very well and every time I trained with her, I went back more motivated and wanting more! Her focus & energy is unbelievable! Kat should be your first choice all the way!!”

Nageen Ahmed, Auckland

‘Kat has changed my life. Not only has she given me the tools to make and stick to positive changes, she has given me the motivation and determination to want to do it for myself. She has provided me with invaluable advice and knowledge, which I will be applying for the rest of my life. She is one inspirational trainer – I feel so encouraged that she “walks the walk”, has tried and tested all her strategies on herself first, knows exactly what I am going through, and most of all never gives up on me, even when sometimes I have almost given up on myself!
To think where I was before I met Kat, compared to where I am now, and see what a huge impact she has had on me… it makes me quite evangelical. I want others to feel the same way I do: healthy, strong, energetic, happy! I know she can do this for others as she really takes an interest in you as an individual, and will tailor advice and programs to suit you.  When I signed up with Kat I was just expecting a couple of exercise routines and perhaps a weekly weigh-in, but she has gone above and beyond with the resources and advice she provides.

She is always contactable, via email or text, ever willing to provide me with info, encouragement, or even just to listen to my moaning She has inspired me to change pretty much everything in my life, from my nutrition, to my training, to stopping drinking, to getting more sleep and finding a work/life balance…’

Suzy Taljard, Senior Software Developer, London

Suzy Taljard

“I find using Kat as my personal trainer very enjoyable and productive. I have been very pleased with the results. Kat helps me work on all the areas of my body that are important to me.

She is a great motivator and makes the sessions enjoyable by introducing new exercises so they do not become monotonous and also provides advice on diet and nutrition so you can maximize your workout sessions.”

Julieta Susara, Vice President at Nomura, London

“Kat is very easy to talk too,is totally reliable,extremly knowlegable.and is totally commited. I know that I am going to succeed with Kats help and understanding and being there every step of the way for me, never giving up even when I have given up. Kats plans are real, its not a fad diet that wont last. its a lifestyle change that is fun with great results and never being hungry.”

Shelley Clark, Pilates Instructor, UK

“Kat has been one of the best things that happened to me last year – what started with a “let’s see what this is about” resulted in a healthier, fitter and happier me. Training with her was never boring and always challenging in the best possible ways. She is a fantastic Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach with a lot of experience and great advice. Thanks for everything!”

Nancy Moebes, Thomas Reuters, London

“Kat is a fantastic person to work with. I got the results I was after and took my fitness and strength to the next level.”

Richard Wilson, Fund Manager Polar Capital, London

‘Thank you for your kindness and inspirational, motivational exercise and nutrition tips. I’m going to make that plan and put it into action’

Amy Jeffery (Fit-fish fitness retreat weekend, UK)

‘Totally inspirational. Can’t wait to see where you end up’

Tonia Elliot (Fit-fish fitness retreat weekend, UK)

Below are the results of a survey conducted amongst people who have hired Kat Millar’s services. All participants took part  anonymously and responded regarding their happiness with the level of service they received.
Surveymonkey.com

Results as follows -

• 100% said they would recommend Kat to another person.
• 92% had made definite improvements since they met Kat.
• 100% said they were very happy with the service they were receiving.

Anonymous comments as follows -

‘Beyond Kat’s PT training ability, she is a superb communicator who understands how to create empathy with the client and has a genuine interest in their physical and psychological wellbeing.

‘Kat is one of the best trainers I have come across’

‘I am getting results and feel great about getting them, so I’m very happy ’

‘Kat is superb & very comfortable to work with. Her enthusiasm and dedication is infectious.’

‘A great service’

‘She is extremely knowlegable, professional and understanding and focuses on me as an individual, with empathy’

‘I would recommend her because I can see my own improvements since I started working with her’

‘Knowledgeable and full of ideas which gives variety to training. It’s never boring’.

‘Absolutely, would recommend to anybody.’

‘Great motivator for fast results!’