We Ran It Off!

Our Runner’s World Run It Off Club stars have lost a whopping 216kg between them. On the following pages, the runners you’ll see proudly showing off their svelte figures are living proof that running – combined with a healthy diet – is one of the most effective ways to transform your body.

- Lisa Nevitt

Tara da Silva, 33

Starting weight: 95kg

Current weight: 65kg

Featured in: RW January 2017

Favourite body part: Arms.

Then… An accumulation of large dinners, and greasy lunches at her workplace canteen, caused damage to the lining of Da Silva’s throat. Doctors diagnosed her with reflux disease, and warned of an increased risk of diabetes. At the time, she was also engaged, and wanted to look great on her wedding day.

…and Now Da Silva fell in love with running when she participated in her local parkrun with her husband. Combined with a strengthtraining programme, running toned her muscles, and gave her the energy and stamina she needed to progress to the half marathon. In the past, she’d quickly lost interest in every sport she tried. Finally, she has chanced upon one that sparked a passion – and helped her fit into her wedding dress.

Since featuring in RW, Da Silva has run two more half marathons, and 10km in under an hour.

Demitri Baroutsos, 42

Starting weight: 96kg

Current weight: 83kg

Featured in: RW April 2016

Favourite body part: Legs.

Then… Baroutsos was 39 years old, and couldn’t even run around the block – which bothered him.

…and Now

Running has made his heart healthier, and as a result his blood pressure isn’t as high anymore.

Since featuring in RW