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Man's weight-loss journey alters outlook on life
Blackpool Gazette
|September 16, 2025
At 20 weeks into his Slimming World journey, Andy from Cleveleys in Wyre has proven that determination, love and the right support can transform not only your body but your entire outlook on life.
Having lost an incredible 2st 3.5lbs, Andy's story is one of resilience, hard work, and an unshakable commitment to his family, especially his disabled son, who is at the heart of his journey.
For Andy, the path to weight loss wasn’t just about fitting into old clothes or achieving a number on the scales. It was about something far more important: the future. His son, who has special needs, requires a father who is not only present but physically and emotionally able to care for him in the years to come. And that’s the driving force behind Andy’s dedication to his health.
This story is from the September 16, 2025 edition of Blackpool Gazette.
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