A group of male slimmers from Ely are celebrating after losing more than 45 stone between them at their local slimming world groups in the last 12 months. 

The men, who are aged 28 to 80, all attend one of the three Slimming World groups in Ely. 

14 men also achieved their personal target weight last year, with another six becoming diamond target members having successfully stayed at their dream weight over a year. 

But best of all, they’ve done that without giving up their favourite foods and still tuck into curries, steaks, burgers, roast dinners, fry-ups, and fish and chips, even enjoying the odd glass of beer too. 

Ely Standard: The men, who are aged 28 to 80, all attend one of the three Slimming World groups in Ely. The men, who are aged 28 to 80, all attend one of the three Slimming World groups in Ely. (Image: Slimming World)

Philip Taylor who attends the Wednesday Slimming World group and has lost over nine and half stone since joining in August 2022 said: “Like most men I thought slimming clubs were for women and expected to be eating nothing but salad. But the minute I walked through the door I realised that nothing could have been further from the truth.  

“I was made very welcome. There’s a real mix of people – men and women of all ages - and we have a great time.  

“Plus with Slimming World’s Food Optimising eating plan no foods are banned. Instead I’ve learned how to cook healthier versions of my favourite meals and every week at Group we share new recipes and handy tips.” 

Ely Standard: 14 men also achieved their personal target weight last year, with another six becoming diamond target members having successfully stayed at their dream weight over a year. 14 men also achieved their personal target weight last year, with another six becoming diamond target members having successfully stayed at their dream weight over a year. (Image: Slimming World)

Slimming World Consultant Belinda Lennon, said: “It’s great that we’re able to celebrate this milestone and, without doubt, all of these men have improved their health.  

“Even though men tend to be more nervous when they first join, they are actually some of the most successful slimmers. Men tend to have more muscle mass than women do and as muscle uses up energy it means that men often lose weight a little faster than women.  

“Wehave over 30 men attending our Ely Groups and many success stories such as Lex Peters who started with me in July and has already lost six and a half stone. 

For more information contact any of the Ely Slimming World Consultants:

  • Belinda Lennon (Wednesdays) 07971 077941 
  • Di Price (Thursdays) 07871 527130 
  • Karen Roe (Saturdays) 07536 087608