Weigh to go – Thurso and Wick Slimmers come back together and lose an 'incredible' 57 stones
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A weight has been lifted from slimmers from Caithness – an "incredible 57 stones" in fact since returning to their real-life Slimming World (SW) group in Thurso on May 3.
Local consultant Alison Jackson is delighted to be back helping members to lose weight and improve their health in person, and the results on the scales shows that members are enjoying being back together too.
“It’s been absolutely amazing to come back together again. I reopened the Monday group in May after I’d been supporting members virtually in online weekly groups since March 2020, when the national lockdown first closed our community groups," said Alison.
“We’ve put measures in place to comply fully with local and government guidance, of course, to ensure members are safe, happy and comfortable being back at our group.
"The amazing results speak for themselves – a combined 57 stones lost since our return. Members told me they’d really missed being together in-person – that feeling of community, swapping recipes and sharing ideas, and being there for each other through the highs and the lows of their journey.
“This year has been far from easy for all of us, with some people struggling more than others, but for lots of my members all of the challenges and anxieties have actually made them more determined than ever to achieve their goals and improve their health. They’ve proved anyone wanting to lose weight and feel healthier – which research shows could protect against disease – doesn’t have to give up on their dreams."
Virtual member Danielle Dunstall followed the plan throughout lockdown and even got to her dream target weight losing 5st 11lb. Danielle had struggled with weight issues her whole life and felt it was finally time to do something about it.
“Slimming World has completely changed my whole life," said Danielle. "1 spent 14 months fully committed to the plan and have gone from a size 22 to a size 10 and feel amazing.
"Even through a global pandemic I became a target member and I’m so proud of myself for doing that. I have so much more confidence and energy– it truly is life changing."
Group member Lynsay Banks, who joined the Thurso group in May has lost two stones so far. "I wanted to make a healthy new start and take my health into my own hands," said Lynsay.
"I joined Alison’s group when it reopened and haven’t looked back since. I was so nervous joining but Alison and everyone in group was so welcoming it put me at ease straight away. I have loads more energy and don’t feel sluggish in the mornings – the food is so tasty and the healthy lifestyle changes are easy to follow. I still have a way to go to reach my target but the benefits are already starting to show.
“I know it can be nerve-wracking to walk into a SW group for the first time, especially at the moment, but I can assure anyone who’s worrying about their weight that there’s no judgment, just respect and care – and it’s absolutely safe."
To find out more or to book your place contact Alison who says: “If you’re worrying about your weight and feeling alone and desperate, don’t give up. Don’t put it off.
"Our SW group is here and getting together every week. We’d love to be celebrating another huge weight loss milestone by the New Year, so if you’re thinking of joining, come and be part of that success – you’ll be welcomed by every one of us.”
For more information visit www.slimmingworld.co.uk or contact Alison on 07708181382.
