A STALYBRIDGE woman is hoping to lose weight again to fulfil her dream of starting a family with her fiancee.
Leanne Mansfield is looking to reduce her body mass index and qualify for IVF treatment after rejoining one of Slimming World’s groups in Millbrook.
With steely determination, the 35-year-old from Carrbrook has already lost one stone and nine pounds in just 14 weigh-ins, and is already fitting back into clothes that she couldn’t just a few short weeks ago.
“For me, the best thing of all is knowing that I can go to the fertility clinic with my head held high, and knowing I have done everything I possibly could to help my body be at its peak and the healthiest it can be, to try and conceive a precious bundle of joy that we are so desperate for!”
Leanne admits that starting her weight-loss journey all over again has been her biggest challenge, but she has received amazing support from her Slimming World peers.
“After stopping going to my Slimming World group a year or so ago, I put on every single pound of the five stone I lost previously,” she said.
“Slimming World is a lifestyle but, as with every type of lifestyle, it comes with choices.
“Choosing not to go to group and be a part of that supportive, encouraging community where I am fortunate enough to have made many great friendships, proved how amazing and life-changing just one hour of my week can be, and the impact it has on my life.
“I am proud to say I made the choice to go back to group, where I was welcomed back with open arms. It was like I’d never been away. I am even prouder to say that I am currently one stone and nine pounds down, and well and truly back on my journey to being a healthier, happier me!”
Jane Sigley is the Slimming World consultant for Millbrook, where two groups meet on Wednesdays at 5pm and 6.30pm respectively at Reach Church on Huddersfield Road.
“Leanne’s story is so inspiring and shows the pleasure we all get from the good we eat,” Jane explained.
“At group, we’re passionate about sharing tasty, delicious fuss-free slimming recipes and members love discovering the huge amount of tasty dishes they can enjoy.
“We have two sessions every Wednesday and I’m blown away with the help and support shown each and every week by our lovely members.
“Like-minded people sharing and supporting each other is absolutely amazing. Leanne is such a big part of our 5pm group. I cannot wait to support her to where she wants to be, she’s so determined.”
Slimming World has just launched a new Take 5 Free recipe book, packed with 60 easy recipes that feature just five filling free food ingredients.
To find your nearest Slimming World group, visit https://www.slimmingworld.co.uk