A WEM slimmer has seen her quality of life go from “zilch to 200 per cent” after shedding more than two stone.

Hayley Challinor, from Wem, has gone from a dress size 14-16 to 8-10 with the help of friends, family and other member of Wem’s Slimming World class, Hayley says she has totally changed her life.

She said that she was inspired to lose weight after having her second child and decided to join Slimming World.

She said: "My weight loss journey began after I had my second child, one after the other, I put on more than two stone.

"I thought I was eating healthily but with the odd treats here and there.

"I realised that every time it was someone’s birthday or a holiday or any occasion a little bit more would creep on.

"I also realised when out with friends or family I would hide from the camera or use a child to hide behind.

"So I took the decision to join Slimming World on May 4, 2022 and in 15 weeks I lost two stone, three pounds and I’m now a Slimming World Target member.

"I lost 7lb 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."

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Tina, group leader, said Hayley was happy with her appearance so was reluctant to join but has not looked back since learning more about how to cook through Slimming World.

Hayley added: "You have to be in the right mind set – I wasn’t for months.

"I think that knowing others are in the same position as you is really so important.

"I can actually look at myself in the mirror now, I just feel I have got more energy and I’m enjoying cooking again – I now love having my photographs taken and I will also smile for the camera.

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

Tina added: “Hayley has blossomed into a more confident lady and each week she gives plenty of support to everyone.

"I am so proud of Hayley – we’ve stuck together, we’ve laughed and cried together but most importantly we’ve supported and motivated each other.

“I have some fantastic slimmer’s in my groups, including men."

The groups are every Wednesday at Wem Methodist Church at 5pm and 6.30pm or Thursdays at Whitchurch Civic Centre at 9am, 10.30am, 5pm and 6.30pm.

Contact Tina on 07894 225813 or for more information visit www.slimmingworld.com