A man who changed his life by losing two stone with Slimming World is using his success to shape a whole new career helping other people achieve their weight loss dreams.

Robin Needham has trained as a consultant for Slimming World, the UK’s largest group-based weight loss organisation, at its national training academy in Derbyshire. Members at the group are getting ready to welcome Robin as their new consultant when he takes over the Bramford Road Methodist Church group on December 29, 2022.

The latest government figures reveal that around one in four adults are obese and it is estimated that this will increase to one in three by 2034. In England, two-thirds of the population is now overweight or obese.

Robin says his new role has never been more important:  “Obesity is becoming such a huge issue across the UK. When I first joined Slimming World, 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 two stone 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."

Robin feels that support is the most important thing.

"It all starts with feeling that you’re not alone," he says. "I know the challenges people face, which is why I will be there to support every one of my members all the way to their target weight.

"Setting targets, sharing recipes and other ideas, and working together as a group to overcome challenges and celebrate success is so important."

But Slimming World isn’t just about changing what you eat. Becoming more active is important too.

"Our Body Magic programme shows people how they can build activity into their daily routine without having to take up traditional forms of exercise like going to the gym or running," Robin says. "Everything counts – from walking to gardening to washing the car. As a consultant it’s my role to create that warm, supportive atmosphere – it’s going to be great fun!”

Liz Rogers, who runs Slimming World’s Pinewood group and manages Robin as a team developer, says: “Slimming World consultants are chosen for their positive outlook and because they genuinely care about the health and happiness of others. With Robin’s experience of being a successful Slimming World member, his kind personality and great sense of humour, I know he will be an amazing support to members, cheering them all the way to their target weight.”

Robin’s Slimming World group will be held at Bamford Road Methodist Church in Ipswich every Thursday at 5pm and 7pm from December 29, 2022. For more information or to join Robin’s group either pop along or call him on 07599971839.