Although Cupid may have packed away his bow and arrow for another year, love is definitely still in the air at Slimming World. From falling head over heels for Food Optimising to finding their perfect Body Magic match, our members feel the love 52 weeks of the year in our caring and supportive virtual groups and online Community.
To inspire you to experience ‘that feeling’ for yourself, we asked our members to share the reasons why they love losing weight with Slimming World.
I love… my group
“I absolutely adore my group, and the support network we have is fantastic. Their help and encouragement was vital, especially through lockdown, which is when I lost the most of my weight. Knowing I still had the Saturday group meetings with my fellow members was amazing and a much-needed dose of normality.”
Amanda Cross, 33, lost 3st 2lbs at Kerry Coleman’s group in Kent
I love… sharing recipes
“Going to group is the best place to find new meal ideas for the week ahead. I’m always the first to have my hand up, suggesting a top recipe tip or creative food idea. In my group, they call me Nigella!”
Sophie Poduval-Morrell, 28, lost 1st 4lbs at Gaynor Hale’s group in Worcestershire
I love… being an active dad
“I’m married with two children, aged eight and two. They love that I’ve lost the weight because I can play with them a lot more than I used to. I’m always out with them now, taking them to the local play area or chasing them around the garden, and I’m looking forward to a family life filled with adventure.”
Liam England, 31, lost 10st at Nicola Middleton’s group in Surrey
I love… clothes shopping
“Losing weight has helped me to feel a lot more confident and I’ve found my passion for fashion again! I don’t feel ashamed of my body any more and I can’t wait to take my two boys swimming when we’re out of lockdown.”
Gemma Hooper, 35, lost 6st 1lb at Louise Haskins’ group in Lancashire
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I love… that my family can eat the same as me
“It seems silly, but I still can’t believe that I can eat potatoes – they really are a staple of my diet! Being able to eat everything that my family enjoys means I don’t have to cook a separate meal for myself.”
Shelly Willetts, 50, lost 3st 3lbs and attends her own group in Powys
I love… Body Magic
“Being a Slimming World member has encouraged me to become more active. I love nature, and now I’ve got the energy to go out for long walks in the countryside every weekend. Getting outdoors really helps to lift my mood, too.”
Lauren Upcott, 27, lost 3st at Alex Alexander’s group in Cardiff
I love… the daily support
“The members-only website and app is a constant lifesaver. There’s so much on there: recipes, slimming strategies, advice, weekly meal plans and exercise tips… It’s a fantastic place to get support during the week in between going to group.”
Barbara Kowalska, 43, lost 4st 13½lbs and now runs her own groups in Leeds
I love… feeling confident in my relationship
“My Slimming World journey started at the same time as my relationship. Before, I was concerned about the way I looked, I didn’t have the confidence to date and didn’t know how that was ever going to change… When I joined Slimming World, I told my partner that I didn’t want my usual drink, swapping the lager for a spirit and diet mixer – and I’ve never looked back! He’s currently in Spain, so I text him my results and pictures of my certificates and selfies to show off the changes to my face and body over time.”
Scott Caffrey, 29, lost 5st 7lbs at Chris Coulter’s group in Newcastle Upon Tyne
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