Weightloss doesn’t happen overnight, and for most it takes more than a few extra steps and turning down a dessert or two.
After deciding to kickstart a weight-loss transformation and become healthier than ever before, these 11 men and women, have spent this year dedicating themselves to reaching their weight-loss goals. And they have earned themselves the title of Huddersfield’s biggest losers.
They all say there was one motivating factor that helped them reach their weight-loss goals – the support of their local Slimming World Group.
Below these members have shared their personal weight loss transformation stories, offering an insight into the simple changes they made this year to achieve their long-term health goals.
Becci
Becci before her weight loss transformation
This is Becci, who joined Slimming World because friends she didn’t see that often asked ‘when are you due? ‘ This was something she didn’t want to hear on her wedding day.
With a date set for her wedding she wanted to slim down and look her best. Becci set weight loss goals each week and faithfully attended group, staying totally committed to her aims.
Becci after her weight loss transformation
Three stone lighter and Becci isn’t hiding in baggy clothes anymore; she’s now opting for more fitted items and wants to show off her new figure. She has become an inspiration to help other members with strategies for working away and healthy eating for all the family.
There were some health issues too all down to being overweight, so losing weight and eating healthy really has changed her life for the better.
Helen
Helen’s weight loss journey with Slimming World began when photographs from a special occasion spurred her into action. She said: ”I started my weight loss journey with Slimming World when I saw myself poured into the dress I had on for my brother’s vow renewal!
“I couldn’t get over how awful I looked. I knew I had been gaining weight, but you and your brain deny all knowledge. I also had started to notice I was puffing just climbing the stairs. Something needed to change.
“I plucked up the courage to attend the group and was made to feel so welcome. My goal was to get down to a size 12 to get a lovely dress for my niece’s wedding.
“2 stone 4lbs later I fitted into a size 12 and felt amazing, losing the extra lbs and getting more active also means I can now run up the stairs without puffing. At my last holiday I treated myself to a new bikini too.”
Helen said there has been other benefits to joining Slimming World too including making some amazing friends and establishing a support network. She added: “We all support and help each other through our weight loss journey, we share recipe ideas and suggestions for food optimising swaps to keep you on track. I find coming and staying to group makes me try harder during the week for the loss.
“I feel absolutely amazing, I feel much healthier, fitter and contented. I no longer hate having my photo taken. In total I’ve lost 3.5stone and gone from a dress size 18/20 to a 12.”
Heather
Heather Bull before and after
Heather Bull lost a whopping 5st 9.5lbs with Slimming World after she started avoiding social situations. She said she wasn’t living before her transformation, just “existing.”
Heather said: I joined Slimming World because I wanted to be ‘me’ again. I wanted to be fit and healthy, and I was fed up of hiding away from the world. I wasn’t living, I was existing. I trust Slimming World and the healthy eating plan.
“I love that I can enjoy tasty meals and feel full and satisfied. I love using fresh ingredients and how simple Slimming World recipes make cooking. My husband also loves the meals, especially the SW chilli and Spaghetti Bolognese, all made fresh. My heartburn stopped just days after starting to eat better!
“I’ve learned that consistency is the key! I used to give up if I felt ‘robbed’ on the scales but now I’ve learned how my body works and, if I stick to the plan, the losses come.
“There are so many things that I can do now which I couldn’t before I lost weight. I can cross my legs! I run, play netball, hike and go horse-riding (a dream of mine). I even climbed Snowdon! I can run round after my three-year-old nephew and not feel embarrassed or out of breath. I can sit on an aeroplane seat without panicking that the belt won’t fasten!”
Heather admitted her weight gain was severely affecting her mental health and she became a “recluse.” She said: “I missed friends’ weddings and family parties because of how I looked and felt. My husband would go alone and that broke my heart. Now I am the best I’ve ever been, both mentally and physically.
“I’m proud of myself because so much could have stood in my way. I lost my dad, and I was depressed and grieving, along with being diagnosed with PCOS. I was told that I’d struggle to lose weight, and I felt that everything was against me but, with the support of Slimming World, my consultant, the group and my hubby, I’ve done it! I’m so grateful.
“This has saved my life! I want to shout from the rooftops that Slimming World works and your dreams can become reality.”
Tierney
Tierney Sutcliffe is on track for loosing 5 stone with Slimming World
Tierney Sutcliffe joined Slimming World in the hopes of looking and feeling great for her graduation and has now lost close to 5st. She said: “I gave myself 12 months to lose 5 stone- wishful thinking but also a goal that was doable if my mindset was there – and it is!
“The variety of food is amazing so family friendly but it is the support in group, that has helped me focus on the mindset changes I wanted to make.
“I would not have got as far as I have without my consultant being my biggest support and the lovely group of fellow slimmers, who motivate each other every weekly.”
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Tierney has been voted the group’s ‘Woman of the Year’ and ‘Slimming World Icon 2024’. She says on top of the almost 5 stone weight loss it is her fellow slimmers that she is so grateful for. She said: “Without the weekly group’s motivation, it would not have happened. Although I did not reach the 5 stone award that I had set before my graduation, I am only 5 lbs away from it and I felt amazing on my graduation.
“I am happier and healthier, and most importantly I can keep up with my three young children. This is not the end of my journey, but the start of a new journey.”
Katy
Katy before the weight loss
Katy Hall has lost a huge 5stone 13lbs this year through Slimming World and said it has changed her life. Katy said: “I have loved every minute of my journey. It’s been a fabulous 12 months meeting the most amazing and inspiring people in group. Offering the support I needed all the way.
“My life is changed for the better my mind set about eating is so much more positive, I am so much fitter I walk miles because I now can. Joining Slimming World has given me everything my health and my confidence and a new way of life”.
Tree
Tree before weight loss transformation
Tree Butler has lost 5stone 8lbs this year and has now reached her target after her weight gain saw her struggling with day to day activities such as tying her shoelaces. She said: “Whenever I read success stories everyone always say ‘Slimming World has given me a new lease of life’. I am now shouting from the roof tops!
“Slimming World has given me a new lease of life I have a story of opposites I was struggling with low self-esteem and now I have confidence in how I look.
Tree after her weight loss transformation
“Before I had poor health, now I can run and breathe and tie my own shoelaces. I went from feeling like a failure to having a newfound belief that I can do whatever I set my mind to.
“I did it and will continue to do it Slimming World truly has given me a second chance at life.”
Bob
Bob lost a massive 7 stone in just 38 weeks at his local Slimming World group. He completely changed his lifestyle and now he walks 10 miles a day every day “just because he can.” Bob says losing the weight has given him “a new life.”
Emma
Emma has lost 5 stone 1.5 lbs this year. She says Food Optimising with Slimming World has changed her life, she is now proud to be seen and is so much healthier, happier and with so much more confidence and self-esteem.
Maggie
Maggie has lost 2 stone this year through Slimming World. She said she can’t believe the variety of foods she can eat and still lose weight. She loves the eating plan and support from her group.
Charlotte
Charlotte lost a massive 5 stone after a frightening diagnosis of extremely high blood pressure at A & E earlier this year. The health scare prompted her to make a change and lose the weight. Her achievements have meant that her blood pressure is now back to normal and she’s loving life 5 stone lighter!
Rachel
Rachael has lost a whopping 6 stone through Slimming World and says she feels amazing. Her weight loss has put a huge smile on her face!
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