A West Lothian man who misplaced an unimaginable 14 stone says he has a brand new lease of life after seeing his ldl cholesterol and blood stress drop and his diabetes reversed.
Craig Anderson says he seems like a distinct man after dropping half of his physique weight having weighed in at 28 stone.
He mentioned was sad along with his weight and his well being and eventually determined to do one thing about it by becoming a member of spouse Wendy at Slimming World.
He admitted to being nervous to attend the group at first however has since proved the slimming membership’s method works for males in addition to ladies.
He mentioned: “Deep down I’d been sad with my weight for a while however it took me a very long time to withstand it.
“After which after I did admit to myself that I wished to shed extra pounds I nonetheless didn’t wish to ask for assist.
“I’ve realised now although that removed from being weak, admitting that you just need assistance takes power of character and getting help to establish the place I’m going unsuitable and to make modifications has given me a way of confidence that's benefitting each side of my life.
“It was nerve-wracking strolling by way of these doorways for the primary time however I wasn’t the one man there and everybody was heat and welcoming as a result of we’re all on the group for a similar cause – to shed extra pounds and really feel good.
“It’s listening to others and speaking about my very own motivations and challenges that has, week by week, helped me to know myself as a slimmer higher and study to plan, so I could make modifications that I’m assured I can sustain for all times.”
Since beginning on his journey in 2018, Craig has been named Man of the 12 months, Mr Smooth, The Best Loser and gained Couple of the 12 months with Wendy.
Dropping 50 per cent of his physique weight has made him really feel fitter and more healthy whereas giving him extra power.
The burden loss has introduced his blood stress and ldl cholesterol all the way down to a wholesome degree and put his diabetes into remission.
Craig continued: “I all the time thought that bodily exercise can be one of the simplest ways to shed extra pounds, however after I was at my heaviest I simply wasn’t match sufficient to do it and I’ve since realised that I wanted to do extra than simply transfer extra.
“I began by strolling extra and leaving the automotive behind the place I might. As I bought fitter, I began to push myself extra, even getting the bike out the storage, and challenged myself an increasing number of, all the time striving to beat my PB occasions.
“I can actually say I really feel like a distinct man since shedding pounds.”
He mentioned he was initially postpone my the concept of “weight loss program meals”, however added: “I really like the number of meals I can nonetheless take pleasure in resembling steak and selfmade chips, hen curry or a roast dinner.
“The liberty of the plan means I by no means need to miss out and nothing is off-limits – I can nonetheless take pleasure in a pint of beer! I really like that I don’t have to fret about weighing and measuring every little thing I eat or counting energy both.”
Nicola, who runs the Blackburn Slimming World group, says she’s extremely happy with Craig and congratulated him on his success.
She mentioned: “He has achieved brilliantly and we’re all in awe of his transformation.
“He’s achieved what he got down to do – to turn out to be more healthy and happier. And whereas a lot has modified during the last 12 months, his willpower and motivation has by no means light – he’s an actual inspiration to the entire group.
“I couldn’t be prouder of every little thing Craig’s achieved”.
The Blackburn Slimming Group is held each Tuesday at Blackburn Masonic Membership at 9am, 5pm and 6.30pm. For extra particulars name Nicola on 07500874127.
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