Airdrie & Coatbridge Advertiser
Weigh To Go ‘I feel like a different man since losing the weight’
A Coatbridge man who initially dismissed Slimming World as being “aimed at women” was “thrilled to be wrong” after hitting his target weight since joining the organisation.
In the space of only three months, Robert Fraser has shed just under two stones and revealed he now feels “healthier than ever”.
Robert, who currently weighs 14st 11lbs, says his success is a shining example of how Slimming World works just as well for men.
Robert said: “I thought that slimming clubs were aimed at women and assumed the focus would be on diet food and talking about people’s emotions.
“However, I decided to give it a try and joined my local group in Glenboig community centre.
“Deep down I’d been unhappy with my weight for a while but it took me a long time to face up to it. And then when I did admit to myself that I wanted to lose weight, I still didn’t want to ask for help.
“I’ve realised now, though, that far from being weak, asking for help takes strength of character and getting support to make changes has given me a sense of confidence that is benefitting every aspect of my life.
“Joining Slimming World was nerve-wracking, especially walking through those doors for the first time, but I wasn’t the only man there and everyone was so supportive.
“Now I look forward to the sessions. There is lots of fun, banter and laughter and I get some really good ideas too, from new recipe suggestions to ways of boosting my activity levels.”
As the weight came off, Robert found he had more energy and a new lease of life, saying: “As a man I always thought that physical activity would be the best way to lose weight but when I was at my heaviest I just wasn’t fit enough to do it.
“I can honestly say I feel like a different man since losing the weight; I am now much healthier and can do a lot more things.”
Stephen Martin, consultant at the Glenboig Slimming World group, hailed Robert’s success thus far: “Robert has done brilliantly and we’re all amazed by his transformation. He’s a real inspiration to the Robert (right) is congratulated on reaching his target weight by consultant Stephen group.
“We know that many men assume slimming clubs won’t be right for them, but Robert shows that once they come through the doors they do brilliantly.
“Like Robert, I would advise anyone who would like to lose weight to find the courage to take that first step.
“Our group has helped five members achieve their target weight since we opened in April, and I look forward to helping many more members achieve their dream weight.”
The Glenboig Slimming World group is held every Wednesday at Glenboig community centre at 5.30pm and 7.30pm. Anyone interested in joining can pop along or call Stephen on 07847 332745.