Woman who could ‘hardly walk’ now pain free after dropping four dress sizes in six months

East Kilbride: Hazel Milligan, a weight loss consultant, has had an incredible journey. She dropped four dress sizes in just six months, going from a size 18 to a size 10. She joined Slimming World in April 2024 and lost over two stone, which is about 37 pounds. Talk about a transformation!

Before this change, Hazel struggled with her self-esteem and felt embarrassed about returning to the group after gaining weight back. She even had a bad ankle that made walking a challenge, and she was on medication for the pain. But everything changed when she decided to support her husband on his weight loss journey.

Hazel found a warm and friendly community at Slimming World. She loved the support and motivation she got from the group. In her first week, she lost seven pounds while enjoying family meals. She realized she wasn’t alone in her struggles, which made a huge difference.

Now, as a consultant, Hazel is excited to help others on their weight loss journeys. She understands the challenges because she’s been there herself. She’s taking over the Greenhills group in East Kilbride and is ready to offer tons of support and encouragement.

Hazel emphasizes the importance of setting goals and sharing recipes. She believes that working together as a group is key to overcoming challenges and celebrating successes. The Slimming World plan allows members to enjoy hearty meals without feeling deprived, which is a game-changer.

She loves making meals that her whole family enjoys, like Cajun chicken pasta and spaghetti bolognese. It’s great that they can all eat the same delicious food while being healthier together. Hazel feels happier now, fitting into clothes she wore years ago and even having bags of clothes that are too big for her now.

Before Slimming World, her eating habits were all over the place. Now, she plans her meals for the week and enjoys treats like chocolate and social drinks, but she feels more in control. It’s not just about food; being active is important too. Slimming World’s Body Magic program helps people find ways to be active without the pressure of traditional exercise.

Thanks to her weight loss, Hazel’s ankle pain has almost disappeared, and she can enjoy walks and dance again. She trained as a consultant at Slimming World’s national training academy and is ready to welcome new members to her group.

With rising obesity rates, Hazel’s role as a consultant is more important than ever. She’s dedicated to helping others achieve their weight loss goals. If you’re interested, you can join her sessions at The Village Centre in East Kilbride. She’s excited to meet new members and help them on their journeys!