“Slimming World isn't just for the ladies” - Derry man Brian shares his journey

Read Brian's story:-

Hello my name is Brian, I attend Slimming World at Northwest Learning Disability Centre Destined Building, Foyle Road, Derry on Saturday mornings.

I first started my Slimming World Journey in 2020. I wanted to lose weight as I was approaching work retirement age within a few years and I wanted to be healthier than I was.

I absolutely love food so when I heard about Food Optimising I was hooked. Id always loved cooking but now I was learning to cook all my favourites in a healthy way and I was losing weight and making Healthier Life style changes along the way.

Then Covid came along and everything was turned upside down and inside out and like most people,I fell back into my old habits.

I was delighted when I heard about a group opening at Destined, I thought to myself this is perfect get back to group and get back to being happier in myself again.

I was determined no matter what I was making the commitment to myself to get to group and stay for group each week, to be honest it's the only way you learn.

I've meet the most amazing people past and present and I made a commitment to changing my old habits into a new way of thinking Slimming World isn't just a quick fix Slimming world is for Life.

These days I remain motivated and the support in group from my Consultant and fellow members is incredible. No judgement just bucket loads of support.

I was overweight for 30 plus years and that I am only three plus years in to a new way and I'm delighted.

Slimming World is so much more than food it's the change in mindset about food and exercise.

To be honest Its great to have more energy and by adding outside activities such as Zumba, Yoga, walking and jogging is the perfect combination Slimming Worlds healthy lifestyle and healthy choices.

Slimming World has a range of Body magic activities all available from your app or Life line online, which tailors for every ability, I found this amazing.

With so much free foods to choose from, I never ever feel hungry, I eat to satisfy my appetite and add in daily excerise and I know that this will keep me at Target for Life.

There are times, when it is difficult to keep a positive mindset, or life throws you a curve ball, but I can guarantee you will get a lot of support on your journey. I wish you well in your Slimming World journey.

Our amazing Brian has lost a staggering 3 stone and gained bucket load's of Energy and even won Mr Sleek 2023.

Slimming World isn't Just for the ladies.

Slimming World's unique Healthy Eating Plan, Food Optimising, is based on science, backed by evidence and loved by millions.

To find out more about joining your nearest group:- visit www.slimmingworld.co.uk or check out Slimming World Derry on Facebook.