Lose weight

Fantastic Start to Life Changing Journey for Courtney

December’s Client of the Month, Courtney Kirk is only two months into her weight loss journey but her commitment to embrace everything Livewell has to offer has already seen her lose 4 kilos and 4% of her body weight.

The hotel housekeeper and busy mum of three from Derby walks miles to attend Livewell’s circuits on a Saturday morning, doing a double session before trekking the 1.5 miles home in all weathers.  Advisors estimate that she burns almost 1000 calories during this one morning of activity alone. 

Livewell clients peeled, chopped, whizzed and sizzled up a delicious spread during our Winter Cook and Eat session with Rania, Aimee and the Livewell team/volunteers.

Gwilym was nominated by advisor, Aimee for his amazing commitment to his weight loss journey which helped him to manage the effects prostate cancer and its treatment had on his health and wellbeing.

The 62-year-old from Stenson Fields was diagnosed in 2016 and after two years of treatment is now in remission.  However, hormone therapy had left Gwilym one and half stone heavier, increasing his waist measurement from 38 to 44 inches. 

Livewell coordinator, Dawn and advisor, Sufyaan nominated Rikki Warrington for July’s Client of the Month.

“I love being a healthy role model to my daughter.”

Determined Rikki has almost completed her 12 month journey with Livewell, losing 10% of her body weight (1 stone 8lbs), dropping two dress sizes and achieving her dream of being able to run 10k.

The 41 year old joined Livewell after her NHS Health Check flagged a high BMI, giving her the opportunity to join the service’s weight loss programme.

Welcome to our new monthly feature to celebrate our clients’ success and inspire others on their lifestyle journeys. Please talk to your advisor if you’d like to be nominated or would like to recommend a fellow client. 

 “I conquered constant pain to be healthier and happier.”

Jules Robinson was nominated for our first award by Health Check advisor, Cathy.  She’s lost 2 stone and 8lbs since joining in September and has overcome debilitating injuries from a fall 43 years ago to gain a new lease of life. 

Lose Weight Feel Great is an 8-week course which has been accredited by the Royal Society for Public Health and takes a long-term approach to eating and exercise.

It's a vital part of our Lose Weight 12-month programme but clients from other programmes are welcome to register for one of our popular courses.

The course has been developed by our Livewell Nurse, Di Jones and a dietician.  It uses evidence-based techniques to support people to take a more mindful approach to eating and drinking.

Ex Supersize Vs Superkinny star loses 15 stone 

If you enjoy cycling then our new leisurely bike rides could be right up your street! The sessions are for everyone (not just Livewell clients) and the perfect way to travel across Derby, meet new people and get some exercise.

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