Successful duo are ‘Sleek and Slinky’ James and Siobhan win titles after weight-loss

A dazzling slimming duo are getting ready to shine during the Christmas party season after an amazing near-five stones weight loss between them.

Siobhan Beattie’s dropping of 2st 9lbs saw her crowned Miss Slinky at Glenboig Slimming World, with James Fisher’s 1st 13lbs loss securing the group’s Mr Sleek.

Both awards are voted on by fellow class members and recognised “those who have transformed, both inside and out, by becoming healthier and happier, slimmer and more confident”.

Siobhan and James were thrilled to win their respective group titles, with the former, who has dropped from a size 18 to 14, saying: “I was already really looking forward to Christmas and feeling confident enough to wear outfits that I couldn’t or wouldn’t have last year.

“But winning the title of Miss Slinky means I have even more to celebrate and know this festive season will be extra special.”

James, who has shed six-inches from his waist, added: “Being voted for by the other members of the group is really great because it’s thanks to them and their support – and our consultant Stephen – that we’ve stayed committed to losing weight.

“As a man, joining a slimming group was quite a nerve-wracking decision, yet I can honestly say it’s one of the best choices I’ve ever made.”

The pair began following Slimming World’s food optimising healthy eating plan, which encourages members to satisfy their appetite on healthy foods like pasta, rice, potatoes, fish and fruit.

Stephen Martin, organiser of the Glenboig Slimming World group Siobhan and James attend, said: “Christmas is a time of year for getting dressed up and having a good time.

“However, I know a lot of my members have told me they’d often dread it because they felt uncomfortable and out of place at parties, which is just so sad.

“This year I know Siobhan and James will feel completely different from previous years.

“I hope they’ll be accepting every invitation they receive and showing off their fabulous new zest for life – they definitely live up to their new titles of Miss Slinky and Mr Sleek in my eyes.

“I’ve no doubt that they’ll inspire other people to lose weight too and show that whether you’ve got a little or a lot of weight to lose, slimming down can make a big difference to how you feel about yourself and really boost your confidence.

“Siobhan and James are both happier, healthier and fitter, and every week the group love hearing about their progress.”

Stephen added: “Anyone who has been inspired by the group’s Miss Slinky and Mr Sleek is welcome to join us at Glenboig Masonic hall every Wednesday at 7pm.

“New members can simply pop along, or if they’d like more information, they can call me on 07847 332745 or visit www. facebook. com/ GlenboigSWwithStephen/

Success James (left) and Siobhan were presented with their awards by consultant Stephen