18/01/2026
Amazing š¤©
Elaine OāBrien: A Steady Journey to Success
From the hills in the area surrounding Marske to the heart of our Slimming World group, Elaine OāBrien has brought warmth, wisdom, and quiet determination to every step of her journey. At 65, Elaineāsenior clinical adviser for the North East Ambulance Serviceājoined us at the end of July last year, and by Christmas, she had reached her target weight, shedding an impressive 2 stone.
What makes Elaineās story so inspiring isnāt just the numbersāitās her approach. āI was so glad I joined,ā she says, āand happy to lose 3 pounds in my first week. I was going on holiday the next week and lost 2½ when I came back.ā Her progress continued at a gentle, sustainable pace of 1ā2 pounds a week, never driven by pressure, but by consistency and self-kindness.
Elaineās philosophy is refreshingly balanced: āI didnāt have to give up everything I lovedāI still had anything I wanted, just a smaller amount.ā That mindset has made her popular in our group, reminding us that success doesnāt have to mean massive sacrifice.
Her active lifestyleāespecially taking her dogs out on shoots, which involves plenty of hill walkingāhas become noticeably easier. āItās much easier now,ā she shares, āand I donāt get so out of breath. My legs and feet donāt ache.ā
Elaineās endorsement of Slimming World is heartfelt and inclusive: āI can really recommend Slimming World whether you have half a stone or 10 stone to lose. It seems to suit everyone in our group.ā
What a š you are Elaine!