๐ŸŒŸ Member Spotlight: Steven’s 5 Stone Slimming World Success! ๐ŸŒŸ

Adrian Lavery • 1 May 2025

๐ŸŒŸ Member Spotlight: Steven’s 5 Stone Slimming World Success! ๐ŸŒŸ


Let’s raise a (slimline!) glass to our amazing group member, Steven, who has lost an incredible 5 stone in just 26 weeks! ๐Ÿ‘. That works out at an average of 2 lb per week – slow and steady wins the race, and Steven’s shown that consistency really is the key. ๐Ÿ—๏ธ


Of course, like any real journey, there were a few little hiccups along the way – the odd weekly gain here and there (hey, we’ve all been there! ๐Ÿ˜…) – but Steven never let them knock him off track. In fact, his greatest loss in a single week was an amazing 7lb! ๐Ÿ˜ฒ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ’ช


What a transformation – not just in appearance, but in health, energy, and confidence too. Steven is the definition of dedication, and more than that, he’s a true gentleman – full of kindness and humility that shines through every week in group. ๐Ÿ’›


His journey began, as all great Slimming World journeys do, with that proud little ½ stone certificate… then 1 stone… and on and on the success rolled! ๐ŸŽ‰ We cheered him on week after week, celebrating every milestone and loss with pride. ๐Ÿฅณ Steven often found himself being crowned Slimmer of the Week (sometimes for a few weeks on the trot!) – and while he might have felt a bit bashful about it, he always accepted it with grace and a smile. ๐Ÿ˜Š


๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Before joining Slimming World, Steven loved a good pizza and a glass (or two!) of red wine. ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿท But now? His favourites have transformed to fillet steak with steamed veg and a refreshing gin and slimline tonic – now that’s what we call food optimising! ๐Ÿฅฉ๐Ÿฅฆ๐Ÿธ


Steven followed the Slimming World plan to the letter – focusing on Free Foodmeasured Healthy Extras, and staying within his Syns. The results speak for themselves – not just on the scales, but in his life:


๐Ÿงณ He’s now travelling more for work and working long hours is easier

โšก Has way more energy in life in general

๐Ÿ’ผ Feels less exhausted even on long days

โค๏ธ My general Health is much better and lower blood pressure and a resting heart rate down by 30 bpm!

๐ŸŒ Snacks smart with Hi-Fi bars, apples, and bananas


And perhaps most touching of all? ๐Ÿ’ฌ “The best comment I’ve had was from my daughter, who said: ‘Dad, you’re healthy now!’” ๐Ÿฅน๐Ÿ’–


Steven says he was initially nervous about joining Slimming World but now loves coming to group – he’s made new friends and found a place that’s welcoming and encouraging. He even added (which made the consultant blush a little!) that the group works well because of the way it’s run and that the consultant is “real inspiration and figurehead” ๐Ÿฅฐ


Steven’s advice to his past self – and to anyone starting out: “Stick at the Slimming World plan – it definitely works.”โœ…โœจ


Steven, we’re so proud of you and everything you’ve achieved. You are an absolute star ๐ŸŒŸ and a brilliant example of what’s possible when you commit, trust the plan, and let our group cheer you on every step of the way! ๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿ™Œ

Members daughters quote:  "Dad, you’re healthy now!"

Member:  Steven


Weight Loss: 5 Stone

by Adrian Lavery 20 November 2025
Review Stars: โญ๏ธ โญ๏ธ โญ๏ธ โญ๏ธ โญ๏ธ Picture the scene, there I am, sitting in my car in the car park, thinking, will I go in or just go home, coming back to group after an absence of a few months was a difficult decision, but contrary to belief, I can't do this on my own. So coming back was the only way. Walking through the doors I had nothing yo worry about, the first thing I got was a massive hug and a welcome back from Adrian, after restarting my membership with the lovely social team, then taking a deep breath and stepping on the scales, I was back, coffee, hugs from group members and it was as if I'd never been away. So if you're thinking of coming back to group DO IT, that shame, that "here we go again" is all in your head, you've got nothing to lose only the lbs. Group Attended : Castlereagh Morning Date : Nov 2025
by Adrian Lavery 1 November 2025
It’s been an absolutely incredible year for Adrian, the Slimming World Consultant at the Royal British Legion on Montgomery Road, Castlereagh — where he runs three thriving Slimming World sessions every Tuesday at 9am, 5pm and 6.30pm . And what a year it’s been! Adrian hasn’t achieved just one… or even two… but THREE major Slimming World awards in 2025 — and the year’s not even over yet! ๐Ÿ†โœจ ๐Ÿฅ‡ Gold Group Award – and 10 Years of Changing Lives! Back in March, Adrian’s Castlereagh group achieved the prestigious Gold Status — a huge honour in the Slimming World world. This accolade is reserved for groups that consistently go above and beyond, offering outstanding support, care and motivation week after week. Gold Groups are known for their vibrant atmosphere, fantastic weight losses and the strong sense of community that keeps members coming back with a smile. This year’s achievement was made even more special as Adrian also celebrated 10 incredible years as a Slimming World Consultant ๐Ÿ’• — a full decade of helping hundreds of members transform their health, confidence and happiness. To mark both milestones, Adrian proudly attended the glamorous Slimming World Oscars in Birmingham in June, where Consultants from across the UK came together to celebrate excellence, passion and dedication. ๐Ÿ’Ž Diamond Group & Community Impact Award – October 2025 Just last week, at the end of October 2025, Adrian was invited to Slimming World Head Office in Alfreton, Derbyshire , for a very special Gold Celebration Day — an invitation-only event for the UK’s top-performing Consultants. It was a day of pride, passion and celebration, where those leading the most successful and supportive groups shared ideas, experiences and a few emotional moments too! During this inspiring event, Adrian’s Castlereagh group was awarded Diamond Group status , a mark of true excellence that celebrates long-term success, sustained growth and the incredible results of members who continue to lose weight and maintain their achievements over time. And as if that wasn’t enough, Adrian was also incredibly privileged to receive the highly regarded Community Impact Award – an honour that celebrates Consultants and groups making a real difference in their communities, helping to make people happier, healthier and more confident every single day. โค๏ธ “I’ve always believed Slimming World is about more than weight loss – it’s about belonging, confidence, and rediscovering joy in life. Every smile, every pound lost, every new friendship formed in our group is what keeps members inspired week after week.” – Adrian, Slimming World Castlereagh ๐Ÿ’• A Community Like No Other Every week, Adrian proudly welcomes over 200 members across his three sessions – members who come together not just to lose weight, but to gain confidence, support each other, and celebrate every success. Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, you’ll be greeted with warmth, laughter, and genuine encouragement. If you’re ready to start your own journey towards feeling happier, healthier and more confident – there’s a place for you at Adrian’s Slimming World, Castlereagh . ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join today or find out more at: www.adrians-slimmingworld.com/new-member-short โœจ Your journey could start right here… and who knows where it might take you! ๐Ÿ’ซ
by Adrian Lavery 27 October 2025
A day of joy, inspiration, and recognition at Slimming World Head Office, Derbyshire. This weekend, along with Ashleigh Allen (Slimming World Gilnahirk) we had the absolute privilege of being invited to Slimming World Head Office in beautiful Alfreton, Derbyshire , for a very special event – the Slimming World Gold Celebration Day! ๐Ÿ’› Arriving bright and early for 9:30am, the welcome couldn’t have been warmer. We were greeted with delicious refreshments, friendly smiles from Head Office staff, and even treated to a professional photo shoot proudly holding our Gold Award ๐Ÿ†. The morning began with a fabulous welcome from Lisa Salmon , Slimming World’s Managing Director, who set the tone for a day full of pride, passion, and positivity. We celebrated everything that makes our groups so special – the care, the community, and the commitment that helps our members achieve life-changing success ๐ŸŒŸ. To our total surprise, Slimming World then announced that we were being presented with a brand-new accolade – the ‘Community Impact Award’ ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ’–. This award recognises the difference our groups make in local communities, and I can honestly say it was such a proud and emotional moment. Adrian said ... "The most important thing in my Slimming World groups is our sense of community, we are one big Slimming World family at Slimming World Castlereagh" Ashleigh said… “For me, the magic of Slimming World is seeing members lift each other up week after week — we celebrate every win together and support each other through the tougher days too. It’s more than a group, it’s a family ๐Ÿ’•โœจ” We toasted the achievement with a glass of bubbly ๐Ÿฅ‚ before enjoying a delicious, healthy Slimming World lunch in the stunning Head Office restaurant – talk about dining in style! ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ After lunch, we had another photo shoot (we can’t wait to share those official photos soon ๐Ÿ“ธ) and then were given an exclusive sneak peek into some very exciting developments. We heard about brand-new research focused on our younger members , and then… we were let in on a few secrets ๐Ÿ‘€ about exciting new Slimming World products and foods launching in January 2026 ! Trust me, you’ll definitely want to pop into our groups this week for a sneaky preview of what’s coming! ๐Ÿ˜ The afternoon rounded off with a brilliant interactive session about how Slimming World will continue to evolve and grow over the next 1, 2, 5, and even 10 years – one thing’s for sure, we’re here to stay and ready to support every single member all the way to target ๐Ÿ’ชโค๏ธ. And just when we thought the day couldn’t get any better… we were both shocked and delighted to be awarded an additional ‘Diamond Award’ ๐Ÿ’Ž. This award recognises consistency in supporting members and maintaining exceptional success across a 12-month period – something we're incredibly proud of and truly humbled by. For Adrian this celebration felt extra special as it also marked 10 years since I first became a Slimming World Consultant ๐ŸŽŠ. A whole decade of helping members achieve their dreams, change their lives, and discover a brand-new confidence in themselves ๐Ÿ’•. Over those 10 years, I’ve met the most inspiring people, shared so many laughs (and the odd happy tear!), and witnessed the power of what we can achieve together ๐ŸŒˆ. What a day! From the warm welcome to the inspiring company updates and the recognition of all our hard work – it was a day I’ll never forget ๐Ÿ’•. So, keep your eyes peeled in group this week for some official photos , sneaky previews , and maybe even a few celebratory surprises ๐ŸŽˆโœจ ๏ปฟ Follow Ashleigh at: https://www.facebook.com/slimwithashgilnahirkandbraniel
by Adrian Lavery 5 October 2025
Exclusive to Adrian’s Slimming World is our newly refreshed, newly jingly, newly fabulous Mr Snowtivator! โ„๏ธ๐Ÿ’™ So… what is he? ๐Ÿค” He’s your very own little motivation snowman for the next 12 weeks — helping you stay on track right up until Christmas 2025! ๐ŸŽโณ On his shiny Christmas wish tag, you’ll write down what you’d truly love to lose by Christmas. Maybe it’s a stone (or two!), maybe it’s to shimmy into that sparkly outfit for the big day — whatever it is, this is your wish, your goal, your moment! ๐ŸŒŸ And, as the Spice Girls once said… ๐ŸŽถ “Tell me what you want, what you really, really want!” ๐ŸŽถ (…and we’ll help you make it happen ๐Ÿ˜‰). Each week, as you lose weight, you can write your loss on one of Mr Snowtivator’s 12 jingly balls — one for each week until Christmas! ๐Ÿ””โœจ Watching him fill up week by week is the perfect way to visualise your progress — and, let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a snowman that celebrates every little win with you? โ˜ƒ๏ธ๐Ÿ’– This has now become a yearly tradition in our Castlereagh Slimming World groups — something we keep alive together each festive season. ๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿ’ช It’s not just about the numbers on the scales; it’s about keeping your focus, celebrating your journey , and enjoying the sparkle of support that group brings every single week. โœจ One gorgeous member (the fabulous Patricia ๐Ÿ’•) reminded us a few weeks ago that sometimes these little things — like a simple snowman sheet — can mean so much more. They’re not just paper. They’re a way to see your dreams take shape , one week at a time. Patricia used hers to stay focused for a family wedding… and ended up losing even more than her original Christmas wish last year! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ‘ So… grab your Mr Snowtivator this week, pop your wish on his tag, and let’s jingle all the way to Christmas with smiles, sparkle, and a little snowman magic! ๐Ÿ’ซโ˜ƒ๏ธ๐ŸŽ„ Because together, we’re not just dreaming of a white Christmas… We’re working towards a lighter one! ๐Ÿ˜‰โ„๏ธ๐Ÿ’ช
by Adrian Lavery 3 October 2025
OFFER UPDATE : Due to incredible demand the Bundles have been updated shown in the picture here. There has never been an offer quite so big in preparation for the arrival of Santa ๐ŸŽ…… and the arrival of the very best version of YOU ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ’ซ. Just imagine… by Christmas you could be 1, 2 or even more stone lighter, stepping into the season full of confidence and sparkle! ๐ŸŒŸ ๐ŸŽ What’s Included in the 12-Week Christmas Countdown? When you sign up to a 12-week commitment to group , you’ll enjoy: โœ… 2 Weeks FREE (12 weeks for the price of 10!) โœ… Your choice of a Recipe Book Bundle – that’s 3 recipe books (yes, THREE ๐Ÿ“š) โœ… A commitment boost to keep your motivation sky-high ๐ŸŽฏ All of these fabulous extras are worth £26.75 , but you get them for just £59.50 (or £56.50 if you’re over 60! ๐Ÿ™Œ). ๐Ÿ“š About the Recipe Book Bundles The bundles you can choose from are shown in group visuals – simply have your choice ready at the pay desk when you purchase your countdown. โœจ What could you do with your 3 fabulous cookbooks? ๐Ÿณ Cook, cook, cook your way to a slimmer, healthier version of you ๐Ÿค Swap/exchange with friends in group if you already own some ๐ŸŽ Gift them on – imagine the boost a friend could get from unwrapping the gift of delicious, slimming-friendly meals! ๐Ÿ”„ Countdown Extension Option Already on a countdown? No problem! ๐Ÿ™Œ You can purchase this as a Countdown Extension . That means it plugs straight into your current countdown and will kick in the moment your existing one finishes – giving you all the same amazing benefits, recipe books, and free weeks ๐ŸŽโœจ. ๐ŸŽ… Important to Know ๐Ÿ“ฆ Your recipe book bundle will arrive in 2 weeks โšก This offer is only available while stocks last ๐Ÿ”„ If your first-choice bundle sells out, you’ll automatically receive another bundle from the offer So… the big question is: will this be the Christmas you give yourself the healthiest, happiest gift ever ? ๐ŸŽ„๐Ÿ’ƒโœจ
by Adrian Lavery 28 September 2025
I’m delighted to confirm this year’s Christmas Party ๐ŸŽ‰ ๐Ÿ“ Details: ๐Ÿ“… Friday 5th December โฐ 7pm ๐Ÿ“Œ Fairy Tree Bistro, Ormeau Golf Club ๐Ÿ’ƒ Festive DJ ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Menu Prices : 2 Courses – £23 3 Courses – £32 (inclusive of a small tip) ๐Ÿ‘‰ At this stage, you can choose to pay deposit only or pay in full. Please fill out the form below and make your food choices. Choose at least 2 courses. If you are not having starter or dessert choose the option for No Starter / No Dessert. ๐Ÿฅ— Starters ๐Ÿฆ King Prawn Cocktail served with Wheaten Bread ๐Ÿž Chicken Liver Parfait served with Toasted Sourdough Baguette & Chilli Jam ๐Ÿ… Slow Roasted Tomato Soup served with Wheaten Bread ๐Ÿ— Mains ๐Ÿฆƒ Turkey, Ham & Stuffing with Cocktail Sausage, Creamy Mash, Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Veg & Gravy ๐Ÿ— Chicken Stack with Creamed Mash, Pepper Sauce, Chips & Side Salad ๐Ÿฅฉ Roast Beef with Yorkshire Pudding, Creamed Mash, Roast Potatoes & Seasonal Veg ๐Ÿ„ Chestnut Mushroom & Sage Tartlet, served with Chips, Green Salad & Cream Cheese Sauce ๐Ÿฐ Desserts ๐Ÿ“ Fresh Fruit Pavlova ๐Ÿซ Chocolate Profiteroles โœจ Let’s make it another magical night together ๐ŸŽ…โœจ๐Ÿ’–
by Adrian Lavery 18 September 2025
๐Ÿšš๐Ÿ“ฆ The delivery man has arrived… and guess what he’s dropped off? The brand-new Hi-Fi bar flavour has officially landed and will be hitting our shelves in group this Tuesday! ๐Ÿ™Œ Say a big warm hello to Apple Crumble & Custard Hi-Fi bars – a cosy little pud in a wrapper. ๐Ÿ๐Ÿฅง๐Ÿฎ Sweet, creamy, comforting… and only 3 Syns each . ๐Ÿ’– Why we love them: โœจ A guilt-free sweet fix that won’t derail your week โœจ Perfect partner for a cuppa โ˜• โœจ Exclusive to Slimming World – you won’t find them down Tesco’s snack aisle ๐Ÿ›’ โœจ Ideal handbag hero for when temptation strikes ๐Ÿ‘œ ๐Ÿ”„ Smart swaps (because why waste your Syns?): ๐Ÿซ Galaxy Ripple – 8.5 Syns ๐Ÿช KitKat Chunky – 12 Syns ๐Ÿฅง Mr Kipling Apple Pie – 11.5 Syns …or get that apple crumble comfort for just 3 Syns instead. Now that’s a win! ๐Ÿ™Œ ๐Ÿ“… Available in group from Tuesday 22 September – but be quick, these beauties won’t hang about! ๐Ÿ’ฌ How are you going to enjoy yours – dunked, nibbled, or just ripped straight open and scoffed? ๐Ÿ˜‰
by Adrian Lavery 29 August 2025
by Adrian Lavery 23 August 2025
Every now and then, a member comes along who truly lights up the room – and for our group, that’s John! ๐ŸŒŸ John first joined Adrian's Slimming World back when he was running groups at Belvoir Park Golf Club . From the very beginning, he threw himself not just into his own journey, but into helping others too. He became an active member of our Social Team , arriving early every week to help set up the room, welcome members at the pay desk, and make everyone feel at home. His bubbly, jolly, and upbeat attitude was infectious – the sort of energy that lifts the whole group. But John’s contribution didn’t stop there. He regularly shared his food and snack ideas , and soon after, he discovered a brand-new passion – running . His enthusiasm for this new hobby inspired others to try it too, encouraging members not just to stay on plan, but to give Body Magic a go. (For those who don’t know – Body Magic is Slimming World’s way of celebrating every step of physical activity, from short walks to marathons, as part of your weight loss and wellbeing journey ๐Ÿ…). John has now smashed through his Platinum Body Magic award with his weekly Parkruns, regular training, and commitment to staying active. And while he’s out there speeding ahead, the rest of us are cheering him on – from waybehind! (Go on John, save some energy for us at the back! ๐Ÿ˜‚). John’s warm heart, non-judgemental encouragement, and friendly advice have helped so many members on their own journeys. He’s living proof of how powerful Slimming World’s food optimising and Body Magic can be when you embrace it fully – not to mention the support you get (and give) in group each week. John, we’re beyond proud of you – and can’t wait to see where your running shoes (and that big smile) take you next. ๐Ÿƒ‍โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ’จโœจ
by Adrian Lavery 21 August 2025
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