A different approach
My experience with the program has been good. The weekly sessions act as a reminder and keep me focused on small steps. Most of it seems to come from me - the goals, which I suppose is a good thing, but I find it hard to come up with new goals each week. I am definitely healthier, with a more balanced diet. In many ways we all know what we should be doing diet wise, but the weekly sessions are a terrific way to stay on track. I have not lost weight, but that was not my goal. I certainly do not crave chocolate and icecream any more, and have alternatives when necessary.
Miyagi has helped me change my…
Miyagi has helped me change my behaviours and perspectives to enable me to stick with losing weight in the long term. I'm understanding how I've undermined myself and stayed overweight. Miyagi gives real guidance and support to keep me on track and continuing my weight loss journey.
Good building blocks for health
My fantastic dietitian Zeenia has assisted me in getting myself back into a healthier state after years of illness. My overall aim wasn't just weight loss, just building good habits and getting into a routine again. My eyes, nails, and skin all glow; I have more energy; I'm mindful of the nutrients I'm consuming and making better choices and importantly not skipping meals. The building blocks to a rebuild has begun.
I also was scammed
I also was scammed. Quick talking clever sales pitch. I was diagnosed pre-diabetic and high cholesterol. I really couldn't afford this programme but I was made to feel miyagi was going to help me with my medical conditions. My health was going down the wrong track quickly. My coach couldn't really help me with my worsening condition. I spent 3 weeks in hospital as I nearly died from sleep aponea I didn't know I had. I told miyagi they couldn't help as I have severe kind of sleep apnoea. I now visit specialists and have regular check ups with my conditions. Miyagi dietician stopped calling me over 6 months ago now. I'm paying for nothing, none of the apps, Facebook pages can help me. I'm considering going to acurrent affair, consumer affairs because my case is completely out of there hands. Only medical practitioners, specialists can help me. Beware
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Absolutely biggest waste of money
Absolutely biggest waste of money Disappointed that what I originally thought looked to be a reputable organisation, turned out to be nothing more than a scam ("Heart Smart Australia" IS NOT associated with the real Heart Foundation and "Diabetes Wellness Australia" IS NOT associated with the real Diabetes Australia - BOTH real organisations offer FREE access to healthy lifestyle information and options) My initial contact with the cleverly named companies, was to first find out more information about the program, and was contacted with an 'invitation only' for a follow up phone call, turned out to be from parent company "Miyagi" with clever sales pitch, followed by a 'sign-up now and pay a "discounted" amount $$$$ (paid in full via signing up to a credit provider...) on what turned out to be 1 x 15min so-called 'coaching' session per fortnight by someone who they say is a "dietician" good luck verifying that... - and 'exclusive' access to healthy eating recipes which are freely available anywhere else. I feel very embarrassed that I was sucked in to their scam sales techniques - invitation only, limited places, pay now, etc..) PLEASE do your research BEFORE signing up as you won't get a refund if the program is not for you. This information they offer is free from reputable organisations.
Miyagi has been the best investment in my health.
Miyagi has been one of the best investments I have made. I felt I was heading to an early grave due to an unhealthy lifestyle. Then I saw the Miyagi ad on Facebook. Of course I was apprehensive at first, but after my first phone call with my personal Dietician Munpreet (my coach), I began feeling like someone cared about me and my goals. Munpreet and Miyagi are helping me make good choices and lead a heart smart life that will continue for the rest of my life. After 2.5 months I am eating foods I have never tried before, planning meals, more active, 6kg lighter, lowering my BP, not craving junk food and my chronic knee pain has decreased significantly. I am feeling positive and looking forward to the remainder of my 6 month program and the wins it will bring. Miyagi's support pages (Facebook), resources and weekly live streams with Cardiologist, Dr Ross Walker all increase my determination to succeed in living a healthy life without restrictive dieting. Thankyou Munpreet and Miyagi.
This is NOT a quick fix program
Just like most when I first started this program I was very ho hum and had the same thoughts as others about money and what have I done. But as time went on I started to implement the small changes that my assigned dietician and I discussed on a weekly basis. About half way thru the program I started to realise that the program is all about ME and MY choices. Then I had my light bulb moment and that was when everything started to come together for me. This program is about making the right choices for ME. About ME thinking about planning my healthy choices for meals. About ME and what I choose to eat. About ME choosing to change my habits slowly over time. About ME implementing the right healthy foods and sustaining the right choices and keeping the bad choices to minimal treats. This program is designed for your dietitian to gently prod you in the right direction. Your dietitian can not make you choose what you eat that is up to YOU. Your dietitian gives you the tools. But ultimately it is up to YOU what you do with that information. If you are looking for a quick easy to follow diet plan then this program is not for you. If you want to slowly improve the way you eat and to make healthier choices for life then this is what this program does. It makes YOU in control of what you choose to eat and not eat. What exercise you choose to do. Just want to say a big Thank You to Aleisha P. You have supported me all the way thru my journey. And ever so gently prodded me in the direction that I needed to be. Whilst I have not lost big kg. (About 5 in total since I had my light bulb moment ). I am still slowly loosing weight. I am eating so much healthier. Exercising and enjoying life again. I now have a much better approach to eating healthy and understanding MY choices. So once again a HUGE thank you to Aleisha !!
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Great program that is easy to follow
Great program that is easy to follow. Only required to make small changes to diet and exercise which are all supported by a Nutritionist. The resources are excellent as are the recipes which are easy to make. Has helped me lose over 10kg, thoroughly recommend
Miyagi coach Aliesha is a legend
My Miyagi coach Aliesha is an absolute legend. She kept me focused on the positive achievements when I was feeling hopeless, opened my eyes to some really useful changes I could easily make with my exercise, meals, and routines and kept me thinking about overall health. I’m so thankful to Aliesha and the program, and I highly recommend it
I have experienced specific advice…
I have experienced specific advice that’s personalised for my needs; that is given with consistently positive coaching to reach my health goals! The recipes are delicious! I’m still learning!