I have actually done it!!!

[Edge1234]

Hi everyone,

After more than twenty years of struggling with my weight and never actually getting down to my goal (though getting close twice) I have actually got there this morning - YAY YAY YAY!

I have just lost 28lbs over 11weeks with the amazing help and support of a specialist counselling service who guided me all the way through.

Not only have I lost the weight but crucially I have got my head around much of my, what I now realise was, ‘disordered eating patterns’. I cannot tell you how happy I am.

I have actually got there!!

I bought my first size 12 trousers in years and years yesterday and they look great!!

Anyway, I wanted to share this news because it has been a very long time in coming.

I would highly recommend the company I worked with who were fantastic all the way through, but not sure if I can post their name here - can an administrator advise here - just in case people want to know.

Otherwise, please message me directly if you want this contact. I would strongly recommend them to folk.

Much love and luck to you all x

[N-o-r-d-i Maintainer 64kg]

This sounds wonderful - well done on reaching your goal! Finding what works is not an easy task... Size 12 trousers, wow

[Edge1234 Visitor in reply to N-o-r-d-i]

Thank you N-o-r-d-i - it really feels very special and I doubted myself so many times, that I am just pleased it was actually doable for me

Best wishes to you x

[Bee-bop Maintainer 2st 7lbs]

Fantastic Edge1234 ! Time to celebrate 🥳

[Edge1234 Visitor in reply to Bee-bop]

Hi Bee-bop,

Thank you very much, I am terribly grateful for all the help and support that I have received in this forum too - but yes, I feel ACE - thank you. Hope you’re in a good place too xx

[Bee-bop Maintainer 2st 7lbs in reply to Edge1234]

Thank you Edge1234, I am in a good place on my weight loss journey. It's so good to get there isn't it 🙂

[Edge1234 Visitor in reply to Bee-bop]

It really is - good for you! Good for us both!!

X

[rachiegirl Restart Oct 2023]

That's fantastic, congratulations for getting to your goal and for getting into size 12 trousers. That is great

[Edge1234 Visitor in reply to rachiegirl]

Thank you so much rachiegirl - so thankful you took the time to respond to my message.

They might be a generous fit size 12!! But I can live with that - they are not an 18!! and I am very grateful for that.

Best wishes to you xx

[rachiegirl Restart Oct 2023 in reply to Edge1234]

You're very welcome and thanks for your good wishes Edge1234 xx

[Edge1234 Visitor in reply to rachiegirl]

[Kickupbum 1 stone]

Congratulations in all the 70 languages! That is amazing and gives such hope to us all!! Well done and enjoy the new wardrobe and all the health benefits!

[Edge1234 Visitor in reply to Kickupbum]

Thank you so much Kickupbum! I felt like I needed a lot of help and support but hey! I got there in the end and I am feeling very very proud of myself.

Best wishes to you and again thank you for taking the time to reply xx

[Kickupbum 1 stone in reply to Edge1234]

You should be proud of yourself!! Enjoy the glow!

[Edge1234 Visitor in reply to Kickupbum]

Thanks, I am definitely glowing on the back of how lovely everyone has been here!

Take care of yourself xx

[Moreorless Maintainer 3 stone]

Well done! It’s a great feeling when you reach your goal. Celebrate with Size 12, healthy eating and exercise.👍👏

[Edge1234 Visitor in reply to Moreorless]

Thank you very much Moreorless, I have already done a run this morning and am swimming this afternoon - being slimmer is a great motivator to be active

Warm wishes to you xx

[Moreorless Maintainer 3 stone in reply to Edge1234]

👍👍👍

[Sunshine908]

Well done! You must be so proud of yourself and I'm really pleased for you. It's great to hear success stories like yours.

Sue

[Edge1234 Visitor in reply to Sunshine908]

Thank you Sue - honestly I know it’s a cliche as old as the hills but I do feel if I can do it anyone can - I struggled for a very long time and now looking at 60 years - I finally get there 🤦‍♀️…should have done this 25 years ago!!

Best wishes to you and yours Sue xx

[Wine Host 7st 7lbs]

Congratulations

[Edge1234 Visitor]

Thank you Wine - your weight loss figures are remarkable - so congratulations to you too xx

[Wine Host 7st 7lbs in reply to Edge1234]

Awww thank you.... Its just great to see someone reach goal... I am really happy for you

[Edge1234 Visitor in reply to Wine]

[Rusty15 3lbs]

That is fantastic news well done so so happy for you 😀 😊 💐💐💐

[Edge1234 Visitor]

Thanks very much Rusty15 - I am still basking in the achievement!!

Best wishes to you xx

[Wine Host 7st 7lbs in reply to Edge1234]

Tagging Rusty15

[Towanda60]

Well done Edge1234, a great pre 60 birthday gift to yourself. Would be interested in the whos and hows and wherefores if at all poss. Not sure how to DM on this forum!

[Edge1234 Visitor in reply to Towanda60]

Not sure if this message will be appropriate for this forum, but I am merely responding to a request - hopefully it won’t cause any issues. The company is;

(The link has been removed)

Good luck Towanda60 and best wishes for your weight loss journey however way you make it x

[focused1 Maintainer 13kg]

Brilliant . It is what works for you but to hear happy stories = great . Not sure for me the rapid weight loss would suit . I have to tone as at 63 years old I would be scared of the flabby skin shedding so quickly and keeping it off but reading how motivated and positive you are shows your sheer determination .

[Edge1234 Visitor in reply to focused1]

Hi Focused1,

I completely understand where you are coming from, we all lose weight our own way in reality. For me, the being accountable to someone week-in-week-out worked - I appreciated the regular support and encouragement too, but many don’t need this and make good progress on their own. Whatever works for you - good luck with it all.

Best wishes x