26/06/2026
“Getting wedged under cars was a workplace hazard… not any more!”
Nick Furlong joined his group with four friends, which meant that they could support each another in achieving their weight loss goals. He’s now 6st (38kg) lighter! Nick says:
“I’m a mechanic by trade and gave up working roadside, partly because of my weight. I’d been known to get myself wedged under many a car while working, and the physical side of the job was getting harder. Becoming a dad again at 40 was another big factor that spurred me on to join Slimming World – I wanted to be as healthy as possible for my son, Oscar.
Four of my best friends were also keen to lose weight, so we decided to go along to a Slimming World group together. I was very sceptical at first. I was nervous about taking part in the group sessions, and worried that it would become just another thing I wasn’t able to stick with – but I was so wrong. My Wednesday night group is now a highlight of my week. I soon realised that I don’t have to miss out with Slimming World – I can still eat all my favourite foods, just with some small changes to make them slimming-friendly.”
Come along to one of our local groups to find out more;
Thursday 5.30pm or Friday 9.30am at Wellspring Church, Canal Road, CW12 3AP
