A NOMANSHEATH woman has seen her quality of life go from 'zilch to 200 per cent' after shedding nearly six stone.

Carolyn Day, 72, has gone from a dress size 22/24 to 14, with the help of friends, family and members of Whitchurch's Slimming World class.

Carolyn says the classes have 'totally changed' her life after joining more than two years ago.

"My weight loss journey began on May 15, 2018," said Carolyn. "As much as I wanted to lose weight not only for my appearance but being told by your GP that you are borderline diabetic that really gave me the push I needed.

"I had visions of having amputations and my life being shortened so I bit the bullet and joined Slimming World.

"I lost five-and-a-half pounds in my first week and I realised that this weight loss programme worked.

"I couldn't believe the lovely warm welcome I received by Tina Hayward, the Slimming World consultant and my fellow members who have now become really good friends.

"It was a hard decision as myself and my husband do like our holidays but I just knew I had to do something about my weight.

"My friend who I've known since five years of age was doing Slimming World and was doing really well. She has lost three stone.

"With their encouragement I agreed to go along to get some help."

Carolyn is now at target and comes to group every single week.

"Slimming World has completely changed my life but I really couldn't have done it without the help of my friend Jackie and the support from my husband Tony, who encouraged me to go," added Carolyn.

"I have made so many lovely friends from the Whitchurch group and the inspirational stories and the advice is fantastic."

Tina, consultant at Whitchurch Slimming World said she is 'very proud' of Carolyn, and encouraged new members to join.

"I have some fantastic slimmers in my groups," said Tina.

"This year has been a very difficult time for all our members however I'm extremely proud of my Wem and Whitchurch members who have adapted to the coronavirus lockdowns and not let it deter their goals."

The groups have had to zoom to connect and take part in different virtual challenges to continue their weight loss journeys.

If you are inspired by Carolyn's story and would like to join Slimming World then contact Tina on 07894 225813 or for more information visit www.slimmingworld.com