THREE members of a Forest slimming group have lost nearly 18 stones between them.

Sam Richards was declared ‘Loser of the Year’ at the Slimming World Whitecroft group after shedding an amazing eight stones.

Ceri Remnant lost 6.7 stones and was named ‘Woman of the Year’, while ‘Young Slimmer of the Year’ was Chelsea Baker who lost three stones.

Sam has dropped fron a size 26 to a 12-14, Ceri was also a size 26 and dropped to size 16 while Chelsea dropped from a size 14-16 to an eight to 10.

Consultant Bev James said: “The three girls are an inspiration to all the members; the best thing apart from the weight loss is the changes in their personalities – the girls are so much more confident.

“Ceri in particular is a hoot in class and always manages to get the members laughing with something that has happened during her week.

“Chelsea owns and rides her horse and is currently attending university where she is studying to be a groom.

“When Chelsea joined the Whitecroft group, she really didn’t believe she could change her bad eating habits, which would include pizza and Chinese takeaways on a regular basis.

“She does still enjoy her treats, but in moderation, and manages to still keep on plan.

“Sam loves to travel and has kept photographs of her weight loss journey by taking pictures in the same place a year after, and the difference is incredible.

“Sam and her husband often decide to go off at the weekend and Sam will cook and enjoy a huge free breakfast in the back of their Land Rover before they set off on their visits to motor races.”