I'd tried lots of diets over the years, lost a couple of stone only to put that and more back on. Then I decided 2005 was the year to develop the new me. I joined Super Slim and began eating sensibly on the Lifestyle diet where I found I could still go out for a curry once a week. I began enjoying my career, marriage and motherhood then suddenly got the stamina and willpower to lose my weight.
The pounds just dropped off. My confidence was lifted again. My husband and I were going out socially again and meeting new friends. I had more energy to spare for the kids and household chores. The more I lost, the more compliments I got, my work colleagues spurred me on right from the beginning. By Christmas 2005 I had lost 3 stone, the most I had ever lost, and in January 2006 I joined a Motorise Gym. As the exercise was gentle and not pressuring, I actually found it relaxing. In my first 10 weeks at the gym, I had lost 12 and a half inches from around my body.
I now operate the machines myself at the gym and feel fitter than ever. I attend 3 times a week in my lunch hour and attend slimming class once a week. The amount of friends I have met is unbelievable and the more I meet, the more support I receive.
I don't look the same way at food any more; I now see it as an essential food instead of comfort. I receive all the comfort I need from my loving husband and all my friends. My slimming instructor, the girls at Super Slim and Motorise are fantastic.
I have now lost a massive 4 stone and my life has changed dramatically. I know I still need to lose a further 3 stone but I just know I am going to achieve this. I will never get rid of the sweet tooth I possess but at least now I can control it and that is all that matters.
