Slimming World success across three generations
Amanda’s Slimming World journey began at a point many will recognise. “I hated looking at myself in the mirror,” she says. “I had no confidence. I avoided social occasions, constantly worrying about how I looked and what people would think of me.”
Everything changed when Amanda joined her local Slimming World group alongside her mum. What started as a shared decision soon became something even more powerful, with Amanda’s daughter Nikita now joining them too. Three generations, all walking through the doors together, all working towards the same target.
“The first time I walked into group and saw so many friendly faces, it was amazing,” Amanda explains. “The support and friendship from Marissa and the group just encourages me more and more to keep going and reach my target.” Now almost four stone lighter, Amanda says the change has been life-changing.
“I feel like a new me. My confidence is coming back and I love shopping for clothes now.”
For Nikita, joining the group alongside her mum and grandma has been just as emotional. “Walking through the doors is very nerve-wracking, even with mum and grandma by my side,” she admits. “But the support from everyone in the room makes you feel at ease. Coming to group gives me encouragement and support that I never thought I’d receive. If I didn’t have the group, I don’t think I could attend sessions.”
Having her family beside her has made all the difference. “Coming with mum and grandma gives me the motivation I need. Knowing I’ve got them by my side means the world to me. They give me hope, comfort and encourage me in every way possible.”
Nikita says she draws daily inspiration from both women. “Seeing how much weight my mum has lost in a year gives me the motivation I need, but it’s her confidence that amazes me most. And as for my grandma, even though she struggles with different health issues, she still keeps going and making a difference. She continues to give me the support and encouragement I need to carry on this journey.”
For Amanda, the message to others thinking about making a change is simple. “If you want to give yourself a new lease of life and do something for yourself, you can’t go wrong with joining this wonderful group. We are all here to support each other, and Marissa is an amazing consultant.”
Anyone inspired by Amanda, Nikita and their mum and grandma can join Marissa’s Slimming World group every Saturday at the New Houghton Community Centre, NG19 8TE, with sessions held at 7:30am and 9am.
The group welcomes new and returning members and offers a warm, supportive environment for anyone ready to work towards their own target, whatever stage of life they are at. For more information, you can text or WhatsApp Marissa on 07935 741141 or message the page directly.
Their story is a powerful reminder that with the right support, confidence can be rebuilt, targets can be reached, and change really can happen at any age, especially when you do it together.