A SLIMMER has changed his life for the better after losing 2.5 stone, using the success to shape a whole new career.

Dean Cox, of Colchester, dropped from just under 16 stone to 13 stone.

He has now trained as a consultant for Slimming World and is helping others in Colchester to achieve their weight loss dreams too.

Dean trained as a consultant for the weight loss organisation at their national training academy.

Members of the Colchester branch will welcome him as their new consultant on December 31.

The latest government figures on obesity have revealed that around one in four adults are obese and it is estimated that, by 2034, this will increase to one in three.

As 22.5 per cent of Colchester’s population is now overweight or obese, Dean says his role has never been more important.

He said: “Obesity is becoming such a huge issue across the UK. When I first joined Slimming World as a member, I never dreamed that I would end up helping other people to lose weight, but now I just can’t wait to get started.

“After losing 2.5 st and completing my training, it’s a privilege for me to be able to pass on the experience, insight and understanding that helped me, so that I can give my members the support they need to get to target.

“Support is really the most important thing. It all starts with feeling that you’re not alone. I couldn’t have lost two and a half stone without the weekly help, encouragement and understanding of my own consultant and group.

“As someone who has lost weight myself I know the challenges people can face, which is why, along with the group, I will be there to support every one of my members all the way to their chosen target weight.

“Setting targets, sharing recipes and other ideas, and working together as a group to overcome challenges and celebrate success is so important to a successful journey. That’s why, at my Slimming World group, there’ll be tons of support, encouragement and fun.”

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