24/02/2026
Trish Tappenden
Connecticut, USA
I believed the hormonal misinformation concerning why I couldn't loose weight. Hypothyroidism? Got it, diagnosed 40 years ago. Menopause? Yup! Since age 43. In 2025, I turned 60. In March the blood results came in, confirmed diabetes and high blood pressure, adding to already confirmed hormonal mix. I was on the high speed expressway to Disease Town.
I had tried many times to loose weight, never getting it right. Looking for that perfect recipe or diet plan or exercise regime. Out of desperation, I visited my GP to discuss weight loss asking for help and medical insight as to where I was going wrong. My doctor referred me to a medical weight loss specialist where the three choices were to either conduct surgery; or purchase meal replacement shakes sold at their office; or option three, eat from a list of unappealing foods with a low daily caloric intake and white knuckle through it. This is what the medical "professionals" are offering as solutions. I was so discouraged. If my own doctor can't help me, who can.
On my own, I started eating clean and cut out sugar. I lost a little weight. I accepted the extra weight combined with imbalanced hormones was just my lot. But this was not how I wanted my story to unfold.
My draw to BodySlims is its passion and integrity: no sell ups, no shakes, just honest "we are here to coach you along this path" keeping the journey at the forefront of your mind everyday. (Focus on the three Cs, plan, and mindfulness.)
Bodyslims, like no other weight loss entity, guides you on a mindful path, helping you understand yourself on a deeper level modifying behavior while preparing you for the rest of your life. The homerun for me was understanding why I was overweight by recognizing those micro-decisions and addressing them. Absolute game changer. I gave little thought to the one or two Starbuck coffees per day and one night time snack. Those two habits, the coffees and one nighttime snack turned out to be a whopping 800 calories extra per day.
My first BS cycle was Spring 2025. That very first weekend of the cycle was my husband's 60th. There were parties planned Friday, Saturday and Sunday. I almost hit the screw it button but realized that these events are real life and if I truly was to change, I'd have to learn how to navigate real life. So that weekend of celebration I stowed a measuring cup in my purse, scouted out the food ahead of time and read the nutritional labels (calories) with foods I knew would be at the celebrations. I stayed within my caloric allowance.
After that first challenging party-filled-food weekend I felt empowered, and proud knowing I didn't have to white-knuckle through.
The modifications to my diet were minor tweaks. I lost 28 the first cycle and another 14 the second. Looking forward to the January 2026 cycle to loose the last stone.
I cannot thank the BodySlims family enough. From the behind the scenes team, to our amazing and compassionate Head Coach. Your programme, timing and coaching are outstanding. Love the daily videos, weekly seminar and Mindful Meditations. I am no longer afraid to weigh in weekly, and understand how to be present and mindful of eating decisions. The "I have to go for a walk", became, "going for my walk" very quickly. A habit I cherish now and am grateful.
Looking forward to the January 2026 cycle to hopefully reach my dare to dream. I feel good now but great is awaiting!
