Leigh Park Community Centre was full of celebration last week as the local Slimming World group honoured their Woman of the Year finalists.
Three members – Chris, Leslie and Sharon – were recognised for their achievements in weight loss and healthy lifestyle changes.
“They are three inspirational members whose determination and success have motivated the whole group,” said Westbury consultant Kim Heath.
Chris, who has shed 5st 6½lbs, says the support of her fellow members has been key to her success.
“I never thought I could lose this much,” she said. “The support from the group has kept me going every single week.” Chris now has her sights set on reaching her 5½ stone award next week.
Leslie, who has lost 3st 1lb, credits her success to making simple, lasting changes.
“For me, it’s been about making small, realistic changes – ones I know I can stick to for life,” she explained.
Meanwhile, Sharon has achieved 5st 12½lbs weight loss and says the transformation has been life-changing.
“I feel like I’ve got my life back,” she said. “I have so much more energy now – and I love being able to inspire others in the group.” Sharon’s health has improved so dramatically that she has reduced her diabetes medication from 11 tablets a day to just two.
Consultant Kim Heath said she couldn’t be prouder. “These women are proof of what can be achieved with the right support, a flexible eating plan and determination,” she said. “They’ve each faced different challenges, but they’ve kept going and now they’re reaping the rewards – I’m so proud of them all.
“Our new style Image Therapy has the groups buzzing with ideas – it’s such a positive space where members can share tips, support one another, and leave feeling motivated for the week ahead. I’d love to be able to support anyone wishing to begin their own journey.
“Slimming World’s flexible healthy eating plan allows members to enjoy generous portions of satisfying, everyday foods while losing weight, with no need to count calories. Weekly group support offers encouragement, ideas, and inspiration to make long term lifestyle changes all with no judgement, just supporting all that need help making those changes.”
The Leigh Park Slimming World group meets every Monday at 4pm, 5.30pm and 7pm at Leigh Park Community Centre. For more information, call Kim on 07921 805006 or drop into centre.
