Morecambe mum sheds 11 stone after 'kick up the bum'

NHS worker Nicolee McKeown joined Slimming World in 2019 after the death of her brother-in-law.

The 32-year-old lost 9lb in her first week, and didn't look back, losing a massive 10 stone in just under a year.

She has now reached a healthy target weight having lost a total 11 stone 9.5lbs.

Nicolee, who has a four-year-old daughter and six-year-old son, said: "I started Slimming World in May 2019 at a whopping 24 stone 9lbs. I knew I was overweight but didn't realise I'd got so big cutting out labels in my size 30-32 clothes.

"The sudden death of my healthy brother-in-law caused by a stroke in January 2019 gave me a kick up the bum to completely change my lifestyle as the thought of leaving my children without a mum left me feeling physically sick.

"I lost the first 10 stone in 50 weeks relatively easily, still enjoying the odd takeaway or a night out on the booze.

"Once the first lockdown hit I chose to just maintain, then being back at group helped me to loose another 1.5 stone, taking my total loss to just over 11.5 stones.

"I've had my ups and downs during my journey but discovering my love of cooking everything from scratch has really aided me along my journey.

"I will never ever get as overweight as I was in 2019. I'm now happy, healthy and full of energy.”

Kate Schofield, district manager of Slimming World Cumbria and Lancashire, said: "Nicolee inspires everyone who meets her; to see new members' faces when they hear of her total weight loss, and she’s the first one to offer great advice and tips.

"Her consultant Emma is very proud to have her in group and she truly loves and embraces Slimming World."