Llanrhos woman named Slimming World’s Woman of the Year

Angela Walker, a member of Llanrhos Slimming World group, says she is a different person since finding the group and deciding to change her life.

She was shocked to discover she had won the award, after losing three stone and 8lbs since joining the group.

Angela has struggled with her health for many years, suffering from arthritis and undergoing two hip replacements.

She said: “My mobility was limited and carrying the additional weight was a huge wake up call.

“I was aware that if I didn’t do something soon about my weight, the next thing would possibly be my knees.

“The arthritis in all my joint was very painful, losing weight has reduced the pain significantly, but also the risk of any further replacements - I’m incredibly thankful for the difference Slimming World has made, for me and my family.

“As a foster carer, days out have always been a joy, but spending time with the children at the park and be able to join in the activities was not what I had planned.”

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Although initially nervous about joining Slimming World, Angela was overwhelmed by the support she received when she first found the courage to join her local group.

She said: “Food optimising is the best thing about this plan, allowing me to choose my meals and enjoy the incredible free foods, my husband enjoys cooking and has followed the plan to support me, and in the process lost weight himself, he really enjoys it and it means we both make better decisions when eating out.

“I’d always thought of ‘diets’ as being pretty miserable experiences where you feel hungry for much of the time. Slimming World was completely different though.

“I couldn’t believe I could eat so well and still lose weight! Being part of my group has really reignited my passion for cooking as well, I love trying new recipes now.

“Slimming World has helped me to completely change my lifestyle for the better – and because of that I now feel so much happier, healthier and more confident.

“The best advice I can possibly give is to stay to your group - the support and inspiration I get from them each week, from Sharon and the group in Llanrhos really keeps me on track and I like to think I help out a few of the newer members with my own advice too.

“These days my smile is 100 per cent genuine because I can handle whatever life throws at me.

Angela’s Slimming World consultant Sharon couldn’t be prouder of her Woman of the Year winner.

She said: “Angela has always been a little ray of sunshine in our group in Llanrhos, we’re all extremely proud of her.

“She’s living proof that despite life’s ups and downs, you can lose weight and keep it off – for life.

“Angela is an amazing inspiration to everyone and we’re so pleased that her fantastic achievement has been recognised.

“I hope that her story inspires anyone who wants to lose weight and enjoy all the health benefits and increased confidence that brings.”

You can meet Angela and Sharon at the Llanrhos Slimmimg World group at Llanrhos Old School Hall, every Thursday at 4.30pm and 6pm - for more information call Sharon on 07951 864486.