Steven Duncan
Lost 12st 2.5lbs
Steven Duncan isn’t just a new man, he’s a whole man lighter after shedding more than 12 stone.
The 48-year-old, from Stonehaven, transformed himself from couch potato to hill walker after deciding it was time to start counting the calories. Two years ago, tipping the scales at 26 stone, the HGV driver was at high risk of heart attack, stroke and diabetes – and realised it was time to tackle his weight issues.
“I was eating everything I shouldn’t be: sugary cereals, pies, square sausage, fast food,” he said.
“I knew I was overweight but I just sat around feeling sorry for myself.
“It was time to do something about it.
“I went along to a Scottish Slimmers class – and I’ve never looked back.” In his first week, Steven lost 11lbs. Now, with a healthier, more active lifestyle, he’s feeling fantastic. Steven has changed his diet, swapping takeaways for home-cooked meals and focuses on being more active.
He started out with an activity goal of reaching 10,000 steps a day. Now he’s scaling hills. Steven said: “I walk about three hours each day, whatever the weather.”
Steven has climbed 62 of Scotland’s 282 Munros, often with spaniel Ozzie in tow. “I’m happier in myself being slimmer, fitter and leaner – and eat so many greens it’s a wonder I’m not green myself.”
Steven, who is single, added: “My life is almost complete.
“All I need now is a nice hillwalking lassie to join me!
“Hopefully if I set my mind to it, I’ll find love too.”