Hereford Times - 7th January 2016 - Page 39
Hereford Times - 7th January 2016 - Page 39
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| Date of Publication | 7th January 2016 |
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herefordtimescom it- Thursday, January 7, 2016 THE HEREFORD TIMES Ls) Wm iscmcnt Feature Charlotte Brookes took her first steps towards finding the old Charlotte back in January 2009 when she was unhappy 'with her weight and was wearing size 20 clothes. Charlotte says it was due to no will power and lack of motivation. She lost half a stone and returned to old eating habits which included takeaways, chocolate and sweets. She had moved out of her parent’s home so had no one to answer to. Then in December that same year she returned to Slimming World and went on to loose a stone before falling pregnant with her first son. She attended a group in Credenhill with the consultant Sophie for a short time through pregnancy and properly returned when her son was months old. Charlotte shares In just over it year I had lost a lot of weight and felt quite good about myself. I stopped staying for Image therapy (group support) and eventually stopped going to weigh as I thought I could go it alone. but slowly the weight crept back on again. Charlotte eventually regained her confidence and returned to Withirigtons Slimming World Group where she was welcomed by her previous consultant and introduced to Linda who was taking over. I was made to feel really comfortable and welcomed with open arms. This was the 3rd and final time in September 2012 and there was no giving up or looking back. Charlotte had had a firm word with herselfand knew she needed and wanted a better and a healthier lifestyle. Her current partner Nick and all of the family were so supportive which made things aloteasier. It took a while to get back into things especially as Extra Easy was now The first step most important... a plan that Slimming World used and Charlotte knew she could enjoy meat and pasta on the same day. Her favourite dish was lasagne and a hit with the family. served with Slimming World chips and a huge salad. Luckily for Charlotte Nick is a great cook and helps out by preparing meals out of the slimming world cook books. Charlotte fell pregnant with her 2nd son in October 2013 and attended group right up until a few weeks before my due date. She had watched the numbers creep up on the scale and was nearly back to where she started. Then in July 2014 she gave binh to a beautiful baby boy and wasted no time in returning to group in August. Charlotte is now at my target. much lighter and numerous dress sizes smaller from the very start of her journey. The past year or so has been challengingbut thanks to hard work, dedication and the support from our consultant who has been with us for over a year now. Sarah Miles. I have been kept on the straight and narrow. I have a lot to thank Sarah for. her commitment, her text messages and phone calls to keep me on the right pathway. They have played a major part in where I am today and for that I ant very geatful. Another member who has been my rock, Kate Compton. she on the social team with myself and is always there with good advice. Image Therapy has been my lifeline. I have made some wonderful friends who all share the saute goal with getting to their personal target and will do so with the support of Slimming world. Whenever I am due to attend a special occasion I always receive good feedback from other members in which route to take. I was nominated for Women of the year . 2015 in our group and won. this was an achievement and kept me focused to reaching my target. It is so nice that ~ people believe in me and look to me for support. People don't realise and find it hard to imagine I used to be twice the size I am now until I show them the pictures. I can finally run around with our children and have fun at soft play venues without the embarrassment of being out of breath due to my weight. I try and get out running during my free time which I would of never done 5 years ago. I have so much energy and I‘m finally believing in myself when people tell me I look good. they aren't just saying it. from what I looked like before. I really have done well and that‘s all due to Food Optimising. My dream job was to be a police officer but due to my bmi being to high the answer was no. now thanks to slimming world and being 6stone lighter who knows where it will lead me and maybe my dream job will become reality. Charlotte's Consultant Sarah says I couldn't be prouder of the very lovely Charlotte she is an inspiration and always encourages others in the group. Charlotte proves that even if you‘ve tried before there is a riglt time for everyone and this is her time. Joining group has enabled Charlotte to know she can achieve whatever she want and for me losing weight gave me a career where I can be apart of seeing inspirational members get to their Target. My advice to anyone who wants to lose weight is come along anytime any wed to Withington our doors are always open. ‘WW MONDAY BELMONTH NORTHOLME 9.30 OR 11.30AM Belmont Community Centre Eastholme Road Shelly 07980 259638 BROMYARD 7.00 PM Bromyard Public Hall Rowberry Street Donna 07585191891 in ‘ eve 3m. mm with Slimming World SAXON HALL 5230 OR 7:30PM Sazor Hat‘ HQEN‘N'lh‘j Fury; Jo O79E95763“ TUESDAY LEDBURY 9.3OAM Burgage hell Church Lane Lottie- 078031014130 HEREFORD 7.30PM Northolme Road. Belmont, Rachel 07533 650785 WHITECROSS 9.30 or 11.30 AM Eignbrook Church He“ Eign Street Hereford Maggie 07788 460494 It‘llTECE’CEE .I‘ (I 31) O SAXO“~1PSA‘.L 5'30 OR 713C993. l ,. WITHINGTC .‘l 7230.3}.1 Bill 9 3 Q 81 HAMPTON DENE SQOPM ;.i I" ‘t “.2 7; KiNGTON 10AM U; KINGTON 5.30 OR 7.30pm ' 5 ‘,i.. bi'et'I mt“ 3:01 hue.“ CRT ;%. «SI/111111111 "T‘WORLD touching hearts. chrg cg lites l |
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