"Slimming World works for me" - Derry woman shares her journey

Read Alexandra's story:-

In August 2022, with a big birthday just over a year away I thought it was now or never to lose weight. I had friends do Slimming World before so I looked up my nearest group online, and dragged my wife with me.

As soon as we came into the room, I felt comfortable. Valerie and the group at Molly Malone's were so friendly and welcoming, I was inspired by them to throw myself straight into the plan.

Very early on I took the time to read the books and understand what was on plan and things I had to syn. Doing this at the start meant that I could plan and optimise our meals easily.

Another thing I found brilliant was keeping a food diary, documenting free foods and syns for each meal. I did this for the first six weeks and it helped to immerse myself in the plan and make the most of it.

Slimming World works for me because I find it easy to keep track of, and simple to manage when living a full life. The psychology of Slimming World appeals to me because I don’t feel like I am depriving myself of anything or that I am on a “diet”. I can eat proper meals, and “free” foods can fill me up.

I just had to make changes to simple things like instead butter, low fat spread, measuring low fat cheese, lean meat and as much vegetable as I can eat!

Having my wife join Slimming World at the same time ensured that we were able to support each other through the journey and we ate the same meals. Using the Slimming World App has been a really practical support as well. For recipes, scanning barcodes to get syn content of foods, and the podcasts, the app gives so much help and guidance throughout the week in between classes.

Once I lost a little weight I started to exercise daily and did Body Magic. Both came hand in hand and as I lost weight I had more energy, which led to me wanting to, and being able to do more exercise.

Finally, the group support that comes with attending the weekly Slimming World classes keeps me motivated and inspired to keep going.

Led by a brilliant consultant Valerie, the weekly group who understand the journey you are on, and who all support each other, have changed my life.

BEFORE: Alexandra Stewart. 

To date I have lost over five stones with Slimming World and I am happier, healthier and fitter than I have ever been and feel more like myself than I have done in years.

I’d recommend it to anyone who has struggled with their relationship with food, and want to have sustained weight loss.

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