A mum-of-two who felt “horrified” by her size after seeing a photo taken on holidays is showing off her dramatic weight loss.

Kelly Brady, a teacher from Walthamstow, embarked on an 18-month journey with the help of Slimming World as soon as she returned from the trip in 2016.

With a total loss of seven stone, her confidence has sky-rocketed and she now takes part in video logs for her Futsal team.

She said: “I was so ashamed and embarrassed about my weight and worried for my health that I started shying away from social events altogether.

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“I was so worried I would be the biggest person there (Slimming World) and people would stare at me and also worried I wouldn’t be able to follow the plan and that I’d feel hungry all the time.

“Being able to play football is something I thought I couldn’t do again but now Monday night sessions are one of the highlights of my week, along with my Slimming World group of course.”

But with the help of consultant Dawn Sonnino, Ms Brady fell in love with the meal plans which were ideal for sharing with her children.

She now enjoys cooking healthy dishes, wearing skinny jeans and sees herself as a positive role model for her pupils and family.

“Being part of the group each week has given me my confidence back and helped me meet new people and feel part of something bigger,” she said.

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Kelly, left, and Coral, right, with their certificates after being crowned 'Greatest Losers 2018' at their Slimming World Group.

“Attending group sessions made me realise I was important enough, I did matter.

“So much has changed for me since losing the weight. Now I actually instigate social gatherings.

“At Christmas I was disappointed that the school had no plans for a party so I organised one myself.”

And it’s not just Ms Baker who has benefitted from Slimming World. Her mother, Coral Baker, has reached her own target weight with the help of the group.

Last week, the pair were crowned their group’s 'Greatest Losers 2018'.

For more information on Slimming World in Walthamstow call Dawn on 07966 302277.