‘Thrilled with the achievement’

‘I was unfit and wanted to change when I discovered #walk1000miles in January 2021. To not overwhelm myself I decided on taking our dog for an hour’s walk every day and see how I got on from there.

‘It went great! I started off at 16st and I’m now 13st 3lbs and am thrilled that I’m now overweight instead of obese! My parents both struggled with their weight and became type 2 diabetic, and I could see myself going down the same path. I’m thrilled that I have achieved such a good weight loss while still eating lots but, more importantly, I feel healthier and don’t get out of breath going up the several hills that surround us.

‘Plus I’ve taken lots of photos on my walks and printed them out in a photobook. It’s so nice to remember where you’ve been and with whom.’ Lindsay Fieldhouse, 46, Hope Valley