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Angela Lost 2½ Stone, Wore Her Bikini With Pride and Won £1,000 Cash!

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 01:07:23 -0800

Angela Lost 2½ Stone, Wore Her Bikini With Pride and Won £1,000 Cash!

For years, Angela kept a little notebook of every diet she tried. Every plan, every weigh-in, every measurement, going back to 2016.

And too often, the scales went the wrong way, even when she had done everything right.

One morning, after yet another gain, she turned to her husband Steve and said four words that changed everything: “I’m not broken.”

Not long after, a New You Plan ad appeared on her Facebook feed. Steve’s response? “Why not? You’ve tried everything else.”

Today, Angela’s New You Plan success story includes 2½ stone lost since February, a bikini worn proudly on the beach, and a half marathon finished 35 minutes faster than before. She’s also one of our July/August Transformation Challenge runners-up, winning £1,000 cash.

In this interview with Jo from our Customer Services team, Angela shares how she went from hiding from mirrors to waking up excited every single day.

“I’m Not Broken”

Jo: Congratulations on being one of our runners-up, Angela! What was happening in your life before you started, and how were you feeling?

Angela: I was very sad and very embarrassed about how I looked, and it’s only now that I realise that’s how I felt. I never looked in mirrors and I didn’t go out. Twenty years ago I was the size I am now, then I got married and gained weight.

I keep a little notebook of every plan and diet I’ve tried, with what I weighed and measured, going back to 2016. So I know how long it’s been going on. I tried loads. Then in 2021 I got on the scales and I hadn’t lost any weight, I’d gained. I’d done nothing wrong. That happened so often that my husband would slide under the duvet and say, “Oh, it’s going to be one of those days.”

Jo: Was there a moment when you thought, right, something needs to change?

Angela: I got on the scales one day and it had gone up by a few pounds. I turned to Steve and said, “I’m not broken.” That’s what was in my mind. There was something I was doing that wasn’t right. Then one day an ad came up on Facebook for New You Plan. I said to Steve, “Shall I try?” He said, “Why not? You’ve tried everything else.” So I joined, and here I am today.

Crisps, Cakes and a Two-Minute Routine

Jo: What was your first week like?

Angela: Easier than I expected. I was so surprised at how good the packs tasted. There was only one I didn’t love, but everything else was, “Oh, this is nice.” I was sat there eating my microwave cakes, biscuits and crisps, and Steve said, “This isn’t going to work. You can’t eat crisps and lose weight.” And we proved him wrong!

Jo: What does a typical day look like for you?

Angela: I get up and have a black coffee, then water until about twelve, and in that time I’ve had a walk or a run. I run three to four times a week. Then I have my first pack, another around half two or three, and my last pack or snack about 8pm. I drink most of my water in the morning so I sleep well.

Jo: What are your favourite packs and snacks?

Angela: The Banana Shake is one of my favourites. I love the Crisps, especially the Cheddar Cheese ones, and the high-protein Wafers. And the Muesli. I have it in a bowl with a spoon, and it’s just like having a normal breakfast. Actually, it is my normal breakfast now!

Jo: How do you manage family meals and holidays?

Angela: At family meals, I have a protein meal and say I’ve had enough. I don’t need a pudding, I’m really full. On holiday, I stashed my packs in my suitcase. They’re really easy.

Before New You, a Christmas meal would go on till the end of February. Snacks, picking, blips. Now I have the protein meal and I’m straight back on plan the next day. That’s a massive change in my mindset.

“If Tessa Can Do It, So Can I”

Jo: What has the community been like? Has anyone helped you along the way?

Angela: Everybody is so positive and helpful. Two people really inspired me: Tessa and Mims. When Tessa posted her “I Did It” pictures, I thought, that’s fantastic. They’ve both had such long journeys, and you just want to cheer them on: go, girl, keep going!

When I first started, I lost around two stone in three months. Then I did a refeed and didn’t quite get back on plan. I was on and off. Then this February I saw something Tessa posted and thought, right, it’s my turn. I’ve lost another 2½ stone since. She inspired me to get to my goal weight.

Jo: And it helps that Tessa is still in the group, maintaining.

Angela: That’s really important to me. If she can do it, so can I. Maintenance has always been a problem for me, but I know New You Plan works. When I get to my goal, I’ll still have my packs, a protein meal and a few other things. And if I need to lose a couple of pounds, I know what to do: four packs, water, a snack and walking.

Jo: What have you learned about yourself?

Angela: Because I don’t have to plan or cook food, choosing my packs takes two minutes in the morning. That’s given me lots of time to learn how my body works. I’ve worked out that sugar is my downfall, so I keep it out of the house. When I’ve stuck to plan, I haven’t had cravings, and that really helps.

Bikinis, Half Marathons and a Brand-New Coat

Jo: What’s been your favourite non-scale victory?

Angela: Wearing a bikini on holiday a month ago! I’m not the youngest person on the beach, but I didn’t care. My bikini fitted, and it’s a small one. I walked along the beach with no top, no trousers, just my bikini, and I loved it.

Jo: And the nicest compliment?

Angela: My husband. He said, “I’m so proud of you for believing you could do it and sticking with it.”

Jo: Tell us about your running!

Angela: I’ve been running since I was 20, doing half marathons and things. Since losing the weight, I’ve got quicker. Three years ago I ran a half marathon, and a month ago I ran another and knocked 35 minutes off my time. I’m so proud of myself. Next, I’m aiming for under two hours!

Jo: How did you feel when I called to say you were a runner-up?

Angela: Shocked! I wasn’t expecting a prize. I just thought maybe I could inspire one other person who has dieted for years like me. I was so happy and excited. Now I’m excited every day. I get up, choose my clothes, go walking. I’m like a little child again.

Jo: What will you spend your winnings on?

Angela: Probably clothes and running gear, and maybe a little break in the sunshine so I can wear the bikini again. But I definitely need a new winter coat. I tried my old one on and I could fit two of me in it! And some new trainers.

Jo: What are you most proud of?

Angela: Me! For sticking with it and keeping on trying. But it’s been quite easy with the plan. You get up, choose your favourite foods, eat them, go for a walk, drink your water. Done. It’s so easy and so enjoyable.

Jo: What would you say to yourself the day before you started?

Angela: Keep trying. Don’t give up. Eventually it clicks, and then it’s just one meal at a time, then one day at a time.

Before, the extra weight was stopping me, and I didn’t even know it. I thought I was happy. The real me wasn’t allowed out, because I was so miserable and embarrassed. Now that person is out there, chatting to people, going out, doing things. I’ve got so much energy, that’s why I’m running and sprinting. It’s brilliant.

Ready To Start Your Own Transformation?

Angela’s story is proof that it’s never too late to stop trying the next diet and start choosing yourself.

From years of diet notebooks and hiding from mirrors, to losing 2½ stone, wearing her bikini with pride, and running her fastest half marathon, this is what becoming your New You is all about.

Simple system. Four packs a day. Real results.

Cash Prizes To Help You Thrive – £52,000 Up for Grabs!

This year, we’re giving away 52K in cash. £7,000 cash will be won every 2 months for our absolute favourite glow-ups! The 2026 Transformation Challenge has had an overhaul, creating opportunities for even more people to win fantastic cash prizes! And the grand finale? An epic £10,000 cash prize for one overall winner!

Customers can enter any or ALL of the following challenges:

Sept & Oct: Fall Focus (submit by Saturday 31st Oct)
The £10,000 Grand Finale (submit by Monday 30th November)
Nov & Dec: End 2026 strong (submit by Thursday 31st Dec)

You don’t have to be at your goal to enter! Entering each time will keep you motivated and on track to achieving your goal. And, if you are already at your goal and maintaining your weight loss, you can enter too!

It’s free to enter, you can join at any time and you can submit every 2 months, if you wish. Winners are announced 6 times a year. And don’t forget about our £10,000 grand finale in November 2026, in which the overall winner of the year will walk away with £10k cash.

CLICK TO ENTER YOUR STORY BEFORE THE NEXT DEADLINE

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Rebekka Lost 4½ Stone, Won £3,000 Cash and Stole Her Wardrobe Back!

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:07:29 -0700

Rebekka Lost 4½ Stone, Won £3,000 Cash and Stole Her Wardrobe Back!

Last Christmas, Rebekka didn’t have a single coat that would fasten around her. She skipped the festive events she usually loved, hid in oversized hoodies, and dreaded seeing people at her daughter’s prom.

This Christmas will look very different.

After gaining around 5st in less than a year, Rebekka had tried to start again more times than she could count. Then, in January, she saved a screenshot that said “This time you’re not quitting”, and she meant it.

Her New You Plan results speak for themselves: she has lost 4½ stone, rediscovered her energy, got back into fitness and, in her words, stopped turning to food to cope. She has even reclaimed the clothes her teenage daughter “borrowed” while she was bigger.

And when we called to tell her she had won our Transformation Story Challenge, the first question from her daughter was: “Are we booking a holiday?”

In this interview with Joanne from our Customer Services team, Rebekka shares what finally made it click, why this meal replacement plan never feels like a diet, and the moment she knew it was working.

Hiding Away in Oversized Clothes

Joanne: Congratulations, Rebekka! You’ve lost 4½ stone since January, but you’ve said the biggest change isn’t on the scales. What has it been for you?

Rebekka: Having more energy, being able to get back into fitness again and having more motivation. I’m a pug mum, I’ve got two teenagers, I’m a hairdresser and I help care for my nan, so life is busy. Having that energy back makes a huge difference.

Joanne: You’d done a similar plan before. What happened?

Rebekka: I did this sort of diet about 10 years ago and kept the weight off very successfully for eight years. Then I was put on medication that can cause weight gain, and I gained about five stone in less than a year.

Joanne: How did that affect you?

Rebekka: It had a massive impact on how I felt about myself. At Christmas we normally go to lots of festive events, and I just didn’t want to take part. I didn’t have any coats that went around me. I felt so self-conscious. Even at my daughter’s prom, I was seeing people I hadn’t seen for a while. It’s horrible when you’re hiding in really oversized clothes because you hate the way you look.

“This Time You’re Not Quitting”

Joanne: What made you start again in January?

Rebekka: I’d tried so many times to start the plan, and I just couldn’t do it. It was too hard. Then all of a sudden in January, I thought, that’s it, we’re doing it. You’d posted something on one of your pages with the quote “This time you’re not quitting.” I took a screenshot of it, and every time I had a wobble, I looked at it and thought, we’re not quitting this time. We’re going to do it till the end. That really kept me going.

I also saw my sister in January. I was in this huge hoodie, hiding myself, and I thought, I won’t see her again until June, and I’m going to get this weight off. I just wanted to feel better about myself. I didn’t want to be hiding away anymore.

Joanne: You’d followed a similar plan years ago. What was different this time?

Rebekka: I’d never had snacks before, so I wondered if it would still work with a snack. Now I have one every day at four o’clock. It’s my crisp break, and I look forward to it. It just breaks the day up.

No Food Noise: Rebekka’s New You Plan Results

Joanne: What has the plan been like day to day?

Rebekka: It’s not tedious at all. When I went on holiday, I missed the products so much. I missed my routine. On a Sunday, I plan my packs for the whole week and put each day in a little freezer bag. Each morning, you grab your bag and it’s just there. There’s no brain work, no effort. That’s what you’re having for the day, and it’s so straightforward.

Joanne: What would you say to someone who thinks they couldn’t do it?

Rebekka: My nan and my mum say, “I couldn’t do it,” and I tell them you could, because it’s so much easier than you think. For me, I don’t get any food noise or cravings. The longest I went without a single blip was 11 weeks, and I couldn’t believe it. Once you get that momentum, it’s so easy. This doesn’t feel like a diet, because the products are nice and I look forward to them. Anyone who says “I couldn’t do it”, you absolutely could.

Joanne: What are your favourite products?

Rebekka: I loved the Salted Caramel and Clementine shake, so I’m hoping it comes back! The Brownies are delicious, and the Total Shakes are so yummy, especially the Cinnamon, the Carrot Cake, and the White Chocolate and Coconut. I was surprised how much I loved the Oatmeal Porridge. And the Crispy Bars, every bedtime with a decaf tea. It’s a proper treat.

Confidence, Community and a Holiday to Book

Joanne: When did you know it was really working?

Rebekka: When the clothes started fitting. They’re not digging in, your bra’s getting looser, everything’s getting looser, and you think, yes, I’m doing this. It spurs you on. Now I’m all about the shopping again. I’m wearing fitted clothes, not big baggy things to cover me up. I’ve got loads more confidence.

When I gained the weight, my daughter took quite a lot of my wardrobe. Now she’s saying, “Hang on, this wasn’t yours originally,” and I’m like, “Yes, and I’ve stolen it back!”

Joanne: How has the Secret Slimmers community helped you?

Rebekka: It’s an amazing group. Everybody is so supportive. You know where to go if you’ve had a bad day. It’s like a big hug around you, and you feel safe. Mims really inspired me when I was struggling to knuckle down, especially seeing her still wearing the trousers from her before picture. Tessa is always lovely and leaves kind comments, and I love Nikki’s recipes. They look so naughty, but they’re all made with the products.

Joanne: You’re so close to your goal now. What’s next?

Rebekka: I set my goal at 11st 5lb, then lowered it to 11st, and I’m only a pound away. But I’m thinking of going to 10st 12lb, because that would be five stone lost. That takes me back to where I was before I started.

Joanne: And finally, how did it feel when we called to say you’d won?

Rebekka: I was so surprised! My daughter took my photos for the entry and kept saying, “Mum, if we win, can we book a holiday?” I told her lots of people had entered, and so many of them had lost more than me. When you rang, I put you on speaker, and the first thing she said was, “Are we booking a holiday?”

Ready To Start Your Own Transformation?

Rebekka’s story is proof that choosing yourself can change everything.

From hiding in oversized hoodies and sitting out Christmas, to losing 4½ stone, getting her energy back, and stealing her wardrobe back from her daughter, this is what becoming your New You is all about.

Simple system. Four packs a day. Real results.

CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED

Cash Prizes To Help You Thrive – £52,000 Up for Grabs!

Customers can enter any or ALL of the following challenges:

Sept & Oct: Fall Focus (submit by Saturday 31st Oct)
The £10,000 Grand Finale (submit by Monday 30th November)
Nov & Dec: End 2026 strong (submit by Thursday 31st Dec)

CLICK TO ENTER YOUR STORY BEFORE OUR NEXT DEADLINE

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Meet Our July / August 2026 Transformation Challenge Winners

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 06:07:31 -0700

Meet Our July / August 2026 Transformation Challenge Winners

£52,000 Transformation Story Challenge: Revealing our July/August Transformation Challenge Winners

Our July & August Summer Slim Down challenge has come to a close, and once again your stories have left us inspired, emotional and incredibly proud.

This round brought us journeys of every kind: overcoming anxiety and emotional eating, coming through grief, getting off crutches and morphine, and even running half marathons again. Each one proves that transformation is about so much more than the number on the scale.

Our four winners have collectively lost over 16 stone, and between them they’ve rebuilt their confidence, their health, their independence and their love of life.

Let’s meet the incredible women behind these transformations…

Overall Winner

Rebekka Rolfe £3,000 Winner! From Hiding in Hoodies to Loving Weigh Day Wednesday

Rebekka’s story is a powerful example of what happens when you stop using food to cope and start finding new ways to look after yourself.

Before starting the plan, Rebekka was living with severe anxiety and panic attacks, and food had become her way of coping. She was binge eating daily, suffering with horrific heartburn and reaching for Gaviscon throughout the day. The bigger she became, the more anxious she felt. She hid her body in oversized hoodies and felt embarrassed seeing people she hadn’t seen in a long time.

Rebekka started the New You Plan in January 2026 at 15st 12lbs. Today she weighs 11st 5lbs, an incredible 4½ stone loss. She’s already reached her original goal and has now set herself a new target of 11 stone.

The biggest change? Food is no longer her coping strategy. Rebekka has found other ways to manage her anxiety, and the results have followed:

She’s back in her old clothes, with no more hiding in big hoodies
She now drinks 3 to 4 litres of water a day, and her skin is glowing
She’s working out five times a week, something she simply didn’t have the energy for before
She no longer needs Gaviscon

And her favourite day of the week? Weigh Day Wednesday in our Facebook group:

“It is a really supportive Facebook group. Whether you’re having a good day or a bad day, everybody in the group is your biggest cheerleader.”
– Rebekka

Rebekka’s story is proof that when you change your relationship with food, everything else can change too.

Runners-Up

Kirsti Fitzpatrick £1000 Runner-Up! From Crutches & Morphine to Standing Tall

Kirsti’s wake-up call came at the end of January, when she spent three weeks in hospital with severe knee pain. She couldn’t bear weight, was told she would need a knee replacement within one to two years, and her consultant made it clear she needed to lose weight.

At the time, Kirsti was taking morphine five times a day, wearing a knee brace and walking slowly on crutches. She had to sit down to cook and wash the dishes, and relied on her partner to help her wash, dress and even get to the toilet.

She started the plan on 24th February 2026 at 27st 8lbs. Just six months later, she has lost an incredible 6st 1lb.

Today, Kirsti is off morphine, has virtually no pain and hasn’t worn her knee brace for months. She walks around the house unaided, stands to wash the dishes, gets in and out of the bath on her own, and enjoys walks with her partner and their little dog. Her size 32 clothes have all gone to the charity shop.

Kirsti got engaged to her fiancé Gary in December 2025, and she’s determined to look fabulous on their wedding day. Her goal is to lose another 8 stone and get back to the woman she used to be.

“I love this plan and it has changed my life for the better. Now I can stand up straight.”
– Kirsti

Jade Swain £1000 Runner-Up! Building a Life Her Body Can Live

Jade’s journey is about so much more than weight loss. For years, she felt her world becoming smaller and smaller. She was grieving the loss of her mum, and she now recognises how deeply that grief affected her health, her relationship with food and her ability to put herself first.

Her mobility had become extremely limited. Pain and fatigue meant that even ordinary outings needed careful planning: how far would she have to walk, would there be somewhere to sit, and how much pain would she be in afterwards?

Jade first tried the New You Plan in 2020 but wasn’t ready. In October 2025 she gave Total/Sprint a proper try, starting at 18st 12lbs. Even with health-related breaks along the way, she has kept coming back, and has now lost 3st 4lbs. In August alone, she lost 31lbs and 47.5 inches across the areas she measures.

The changes she’s proudest of won’t show up in a photo:

She now exercises four times a week, including strength training
She walked an amazing 28,000 steps in a single day
She held a plank for 1 minute and 25 seconds
She has left behind the “all or nothing” mindset that held her back for so long

Jade is motivated by the adventures she wants to share with her daughter, and by a future where her world keeps getting bigger.

“I’m not just trying to lose weight. I’m trying to build a life that I’m physically able to live.”
– Jade

Angela Moakes £1000 Runner-Up! “I Wasn’t Broken”: Running Free After 30 Years

Angela’s life before The New You Plan was full of restrictions she placed on herself. She turned down invitations, avoided going out, and constantly searched for clothes that would simply cover her up. Every diet she tried left her frustrated because nothing seemed to work.

Then one day she decided she wasn’t broken. A New You Plan ad appeared on Facebook, and she took the plunge.

Angela started on 22nd February at 12 stone. She has lost 2½ stone, reached her initial goal of 9st 7lbs, and is now continuing towards 8st 7lbs, a healthy BMI of 21.

After 30 years of being overweight, Angela has rediscovered her confidence and her love of clothes. Even more remarkably, she can now run at the same speed she did 30 years ago. She regularly enters half marathons and enjoys every single step.

“Sometimes I look in the mirror and say ‘Oo wow, is that really me!!'”
– Angela

Angela’s story shows that it’s never too late to feel free, confident and happy in your own skin.

Every one of these stories proves the same powerful truth:

This isn’t just about weight loss… it’s about getting your life back.

We’ll be sharing our inspirational interview with these ladies very soon! So stay tuned for even more motivation!

Could You Be Our Next Winner?

This year, we’re giving away £52K in cash. £7,000 cash will be won every 2 months for our absolute favourite glow-ups! And the grand finale? An epic £10,000 cash prize for one overall winner!

There’s still time to enter our remaining 2026 challenges:

Sept & Oct: Fall Focus (submit by Saturday 31st Oct)
The £10,000 Grand Finale (submit by Monday 30th November)
Nov & Dec: End 2026 Strong (submit by Thursday 31st Dec)

You don’t have to be at your goal to enter! Entering each time will keep you motivated and on track to achieving your goal. And if you’re already at your goal and maintaining your weight loss, you can enter too!

It’s free to enter and you can submit every 2 months, if you wish. And don’t forget our £10,000 grand finale in November 2026, where the overall winner of the year will walk away with £10k cash.

Your story could be next.

Start your journey. Share your story. Become the New You.

Click HERE to get all the details & download your I AM IN poster

CLICK HERE TO ENTER NOW

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Baked Grouper Recipe

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Baked Grouper Recipe

My baked grouper recipe is flaky, moist, and topped with creamy red pepper sauce and pine nuts. Lovely for guests, easy for weeknights! Get The Recipe

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Kale Caesar Salad

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Kale Caesar Salad

My kale Caesar salad recipe has tender greens, creamy dressing, buttery avocado, and crunchy pine nuts. No croutons or massaging needed! Get The Recipe

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2026 is not over yet! Free Reflection Printable.

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:07:25 -0700

2026 is not over yet! Free Reflection Printable.

We are in the last couple of months of 2026, and it is easy to slip into thinking that the year is almost over, and it’s too late to make big changes.

The thing is it is easy to forget or not realise what we have already achieved this year. We can fall into the habit of focusing on what we have not achieved, or not done… and forget to actually take a moment to think about what have achieved, learned, experienced and grown through.

When you can look back and reflect and think “Oh wow, I actually have done well this year.” It gives you the confidence and the courage to take the next step, and focus on what more you can build on.

When it comes to your health, you can achieve a lot in 2 months.

You could lose 1-2 stone in 2 months on the new you plan: which could have a positive improvement on your overall health including your resting heart rate, your blood pressure, your stress levels, the quality of your sleep, your energy levels, your joint pain, your flexibility, your fitness levels, your confidence, self esteem and your even your style!

You can use this time to create a vision of experiences you would like to have with family and friends this Christmas and New Year. And how much better you will feel to have lost weight and become healthier. Having a strong why and an emotional vision you can connect with really helps.

Studies show that most habits take 21-67 days to feel normal… so you can build a new habit. Maybe you can become someone who never walks less than 7000 steps a day, someone who works out 3 times a week, someone who gets up early and journals every morning.

Maybe you have a project in your home, work or business that you could complete before the year is out to have a great sense of satisfaction and to give your mind something to focus on as you are losing weight.

Maybe you have realised that you have started to speak and think more negatively recently. You could start to put a conscious effort into catching those thoughts and words and turning them into a more positive and empowering message for yourself and others. Remember, what you think about, you become!

2026 is not over.

And how you spend the next 10 weeks (or less) will determine how you feel this Christmas, and who you step into 2027 as.

GET YOUR FREE 2026 REFOCUS PRINTABLE HERE.

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Honey Cake

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Honey Cake

This honey cake recipe tastes just like my grandma's Russian medovik, with 8 moist, golden layers and sweet cream frosting. No refined sugar! Get The Recipe

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Stuffed Butternut Squash

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Stuffed Butternut Squash

My stuffed butternut squash is filled with juicy chicken, smoky bacon, creamy ranch, tender kale, and melty cheese. An easy, cozy fall dinner! Get The Recipe

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Stuffed Mushrooms

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Stuffed Mushrooms

My easy stuffed mushrooms have a creamy sausage and bacon filling, golden cheese tops, and make-ahead options. Perfect for your next party! Get The Recipe

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Grilled Brussels Sprouts

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Grilled Brussels Sprouts

My quick grilled Brussels sprouts have charred grill marks, tender centers, and a tangy balsamic-Dijon marinade. No precooking or skewers! Get The Recipe

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Pumpkin Banana Bread

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Pumpkin Banana Bread

My easy pumpkin banana bread has a soft, moist crumb, warm spices, melty chocolate chips, and no refined sugar. Perfect for fall! Get The Recipe

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Hearts Of Palm Pasta (Tuscan Style)

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Hearts Of Palm Pasta (Tuscan Style)

My hearts of palm pasta recipe has a creamy Tuscan sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. Low carb and gluten-free, with protein + fiber! Get The Recipe

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Healthy Pumpkin Cookies

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Healthy Pumpkin Cookies

My gluten-free, healthy pumpkin cookies have real pumpkin, fall spices, and creamy vanilla glaze. 4 grams of protein and no refined sugar! Get The Recipe

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Sausage Gravy

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Sausage Gravy

My homemade sausage gravy recipe is rich, savory, thick, and creamy without any flour or roux. Pure comfort food in just 20 minutes! Get The Recipe

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Crab Cake Recipe

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Crab Cake Recipe

My Maryland crab cake recipe has more crab and less filler for tender, chunky centers and a golden crust. Multiple binders & cooking options! Get The Recipe

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White Bean Soup

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White Bean Soup

My one-pot white bean soup is lightly creamy, packed with veggies, and full of savory Tuscan flavor. No soaking, ready in 35 minutes! Get The Recipe

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Apple Bread

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Apple Bread

My apple bread tastes like fall, with a soft, moist crumb, tender apples, and warm cinnamon. 4 grams of protein and no refined sugar! Get The Recipe

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Sausage Balls

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Sausage Balls

My easy sausage balls are crispy outside, tender and cheesy inside, and ready in 30 minutes. Just 6 ingredients, no biscuit mix needed! Get The Recipe

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Rainbow Carrots (With Creamy Herb Sauce)

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Rainbow Carrots (With Creamy Herb Sauce)

My rainbow carrots roast up tender and caramelized, then get a cool, creamy herb sauce on top. An easy, pretty side dish in about 30 minutes! Get The Recipe

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Pan Fried Cod

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Pan Fried Cod

My pan fried cod is flaky and tender with a buttery garlic, lemon, and caper sauce. An easy, 15-minute fish dinner with no breading! Get The Recipe

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Chicken Sorrentino

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Chicken Sorrentino

My chicken Sorrentino has juicy chicken layered with salty prosciutto, golden eggplant, marinara, melty mozzarella, and basil. No breading! Get The Recipe

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Tomato Tart

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Tomato Tart

My tomato tart has juicy summer tomatoes over a creamy feta layer and buttery almond crust. Fresh, savory, and made for tomato season! Get The Recipe

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Bruschetta Dip

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Bruschetta Dip

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2026 Transformation Challenge – I AM IN

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:07:40 -0700

2026 Transformation Challenge – I AM IN

2026 The Year You Choose YOU

Your Transformation Story Could Win You a Share of £7,000

The second half of 2026 is here, and this could be your moment.

Imagine opening a message that says:

“Congratulations. Your transformation story has been chosen as a winner!”

What would that mean for you?

Maybe the prize money would help you book the trip of a lifetime. Perhaps you would celebrate your new confidence with a brand-new wardrobe, make improvements to your home or create unforgettable memories with the people you love.

Your prize could become something completely personal to you. Something that makes you smile every time you think about it.

And it could all begin with simply sharing your story.

I know what it feels like to think, “That won’t be me”

It is so easy to believe that winning is something that only happens to other people. I thought that too.

In 2024, I entered the New You Transformation Challenge and went on to become the overall winner for the entire year. I used my £10,000 prize money to enjoy a trip of a lifetime, including first-class flights, and created memories I will always treasure.

Other winners have chosen to spend their prizes in completely different ways.

Tessa, our 2025 overall winner, treated herself to a new sofa and patio, creating a lovely space to enjoy at home. Another winner used her prize to treat her children to a special day out that they talked about for months.

There is no right or wrong way to use your prize. It is about what winning could make possible for you.

£7,000 to be won every two months

In each Transformation Story Challenge round:

One overall winner will receive £3,000, and a further £4,000 will be shared among other winning stories.

That means there is more than one opportunity to win in every round.

You can also enter each new round, even if you have entered previously. There are still three £7,000 rounds remaining in 2026, so there are plenty of chances for your story to be recognised.

Please don’t count yourself out

You might be thinking:

“I’ll enter when I’ve lost a little more.”

“My transformation isn’t big enough.”

“Someone else has a better story than me.”

Please don’t let those thoughts stop you.

You do not need to be at your final goal. You do not need to have lost the most weight. You do not need to have followed your journey perfectly.

Your story is powerful because of what you have already achieved.

It is in the decision to start. The days you kept going. The moments you chose yourself. The habits you have built and the changes you have made that other people may never see.

Whether you are still proudly in Progress, have reached your goal and can say I Did It, or are maintaining your weight loss, we want to hear from you.

Your transformation is about more than the scales

Past winners have lost anywhere from around 2 stone to 12 stone. Every transformation has been different, and there is no single type of winning story.

Your journey might be about feeling confident in photographs again. It could be wearing clothes you had hidden away, having more energy for your family or being able to do something that once felt difficult.

Perhaps you can walk farther, sleep better, join in with family activities or feel more comfortable in your own skin.

Maybe one of your biggest achievements was returning to the plan after a difficult day instead of giving up completely.

The number on the scales is only one part of your story. Often, the biggest changes are the ones that cannot be measured.

Every journey is unique, but every honest story has the potential to inspire someone.

Your story could be someone else’s reason to begin

Think back to when you first started your New You journey.

Perhaps another customer’s transformation gave you hope. Maybe you saw their photographs, read their story and thought:

“If they can do it, maybe I can too.”

Your story could now become that moment for somebody else.

By sharing what you have experienced, you could give another person the confidence to take their first step. You could show them that change is possible, even when the journey is not perfect.

And your story could win you a share of £7,000.

Real Words From Real Winners

“I’m much happier with everything in my life… it feels like this plan was made for people like me.” – Kirsty
“This isn’t just weight loss, it is a lifestyle that has completely transformed me from exhaustion into strength and discipline.” – Mavis
“I used to treat diets almost like punishment. If I felt low, I’d think losing weight would fix everything. I viewed plans like this in a very harsh way before. Now I see it as nourishment, and that shift has been really important. – Mims

These stories reflect individual experiences.
Emotional and wellbeing changes vary from person to person and are not guaranteed.

We’ve Made Entering Easier Than Ever

I promise this bit is painless. We’ve simplified the entry process to make it as quick and easy as possible.

You don’t need to write perfectly, create a video, or have professional photographs. Our entry form will guide you through everything we need.

Before you begin, gather the following:

Your weight-loss information: Tell us how much weight you’ve lost so far, where you are in your journey, and how much more you’d like to lose, if any.

Your before photograph: Share the photograph that best shows where you started. Perhaps the photo you once considered your “worst” photograph.

Your favourite current photograph: Choose a recent photograph that makes you feel proud and shows how far you’ve come.

Your original “I Am In” photograph: Upload the “I Am In” picture you took at the beginning of your New You journey.

Your current “In Progress” or “I Did It” photograph: Take a new picture holding your “In Progress” poster if you’re still working towards your goal, or your “I Did It” poster if you’ve reached it. Need the most recent poster? Download it below.

Then simply tell us your story. Share why you started, what’s changed, what you’ve overcome, and what your transformation means to you.

Write as though you’re telling your best friend. You don’t need perfect words. The most powerful stories are often the most honest ones.

Who can enter?

Entering the 2026 Transformation Story Challenge is completely free and open to New You customers, subject to the full terms and conditions.

You can enter whether you:

Are still working towards your goal
Have reached your goal
Are maintaining your weight loss
Have entered a previous round

You can submit a new entry for every £7,000 round, even if you have entered before.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2026 I AM IN POSTER

Your remaining chances to enter in 2026

The next rounds deadlines are:
Monday, 31st August 2026
Saturday, 31st October 2026
Thursday, 31st December 2026

Each of these rounds has a £7,000 prize fund, with £3,000 awarded to one overall winner and a further £4,000 shared among other winners.

Separately, we also have our independent £10,000 2026 Overall Transformation Story Challenge. This is its own round, with an entry deadline of Monday 30 November 2026.

Don’t wait until your story feels “good enough”

You have already done the hard part.

You started. You kept going. You made changes and have become part of a story that could inspire someone else to believe in themselves.

Now it is time to celebrate how far you have come.

You could inspire others.

You could become one of our next winners.

You could win a share of £7,000.

This could be your moment.
This could be your story.
This could be your New You.

Why wait? Enter now!

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR STORY

WATCH OUR VIDEO GUIDANCE ON HOW TO TAKE THE IDEAL TRANSFORMATION PHOTOS

TERMS & CONDITIONS

You must be over 18 years of age
The Challenge will run from 1st January 2026 – 31st December 2026. Submission deadlines are: 28th Feb, 30th April, 30th June, 31st Aug, 31st Oct, 31st Dec. Submission deadline for yearly 10K overall challenge is 30th Nov.
You must be holding the I AM IN poster in your before photo (or any previous I AM IN Poster) to be considered. If you photoshop the poster onto the photo, unfortunately it will not be accepted.
You must be holding this new I N PROGRESS or I DID IT poster in your after photo to be considered. If you photoshop the poster on, unfortunately it will not be accepted. Photos which have been altered using AI will also be discluded. (See full photo guidance on main Transformation Challenge blog page)
You must submit your transformation story along with your photos online by the date of closing.
The winners of the challenges will be notified within 7-10 days of the bi-monthly challenge ending.
Products must be purchased directly from The New You Plan & not Buy & Sell websites or other third parties.
You can enter as many times as you wish with the same story, you can use updated photos with the poster if your transformation has continued.
The winners of the challenge will be chosen by our expert New You Plan panel, including an independent adjudicator to ensure the fairness of the challenges (more details available on request).
In the unlikely event that we do not have any entries that meet our minimum criteria for the bi-monthly deadline, we have the right to forfeit the prizes for that bi-month.
Prizes are awarded as follows:
1- Overall winner of £3000 and the remaining £4000 will be shared among additional entrants whose transformations truly stand out. These winners will be selected by our judging panel based on merit, impact, and overall transformation quality, meaning anyone who puts in the effort has a real chance to win.
The New You Plan reserves the right to withhold a prize, or any part of a prize, in the event that an insufficient number of eligible entries are received for that prize period.
We love celebrating success. The New You Plan may, at its sole discretion, award extra prizes to recognise exceptional transformations, dedication, or inspiring journeys.
Any decision to withhold, reallocate, or award additional prizes will be made fairly and in good faith, based on an objective assessment of the quality, authenticity, and competitiveness of the entries received. This ensures that prizes are awarded only to genuine, deserving transformations and that the integrity of the competition is maintained at all times.
The New You Plan’s decision in all such matters is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.
If you are chosen as a challenge winner you must agree to a second set of terms and conditions that will allow The New You Plan to use your written content and images for marketing purposes.
Should a challenge applicant be found to be in breach of any New You policies, The New You Plan reserves the right to disqualify the individual(s) and any prizes or titles will be void.
When you sign up and/or submit your photos, you are opting in to receive future emails from The New You Plan in regards to the Transformation Challenges.
You must not submit photos of yourself in underwear or any inappropriate attire.
Please do not cover your face with your I AM IN or I DID IT poster.
You may be asked to verify your weight loss if there are any concerns regarding the legitimacy of your entry submission.
All submitted photos and stories must be your own original content, should not be edited, and not photoshopped in any way. This includes watermarks.
The New You Plan reserves the right to disqualify any entries that are deemed inappropriate or disrespectful.
Participants must comply with any new additional guidelines provided by The New You Plan throughout the competition.
The competition is not open to any ambassadors or affiliates currently working with The New You Plan.

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Slushie Recipe

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 02:37:09 -0700

Slushie Recipe

Make my easy slushie recipe with real fruit and 3 simple ingredients. It’s icy, refreshing, and ready in just 5 minutes! Get The Recipe

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5 superfoods for weight loss

Angela Lost 2½ Stone, Wore Her Bikini With Pride and Won £1,000 Cash!

“I’m Not Broken”

Crisps, Cakes and a Two-Minute Routine

“If Tessa Can Do It, So Can I”

Bikinis, Half Marathons and a Brand-New Coat

Ready To Start Your Own Transformation?

Cash Prizes To Help You Thrive – £52,000 Up for Grabs!

Rebekka Lost 4½ Stone, Won £3,000 Cash and Stole Her Wardrobe Back!

Hiding Away in Oversized Clothes

“This Time You’re Not Quitting”

No Food Noise: Rebekka’s New You Plan Results

Confidence, Community and a Holiday to Book

Ready To Start Your Own Transformation?

Cash Prizes To Help You Thrive – £52,000 Up for Grabs!

Meet Our July / August 2026 Transformation Challenge Winners

£52,000 Transformation Story Challenge: Revealing our July/August Transformation Challenge Winners

Overall Winner

Rebekka Rolfe £3,000 Winner! From Hiding in Hoodies to Loving Weigh Day Wednesday

Runners-Up

Kirsti Fitzpatrick £1000 Runner-Up! From Crutches & Morphine to Standing Tall

Jade Swain £1000 Runner-Up! Building a Life Her Body Can Live

Angela Moakes £1000 Runner-Up! “I Wasn’t Broken”: Running Free After 30 Years

Could You Be Our Next Winner?

Baked Grouper Recipe

Kale Caesar Salad

2026 is not over yet! Free Reflection Printable.

Honey Cake

Stuffed Butternut Squash

Stuffed Mushrooms

Grilled Brussels Sprouts

Pumpkin Banana Bread

Hearts Of Palm Pasta (Tuscan Style)

Healthy Pumpkin Cookies

Sausage Gravy

Crab Cake Recipe

White Bean Soup

Apple Bread

Sausage Balls

Rainbow Carrots (With Creamy Herb Sauce)

Pan Fried Cod

Chicken Sorrentino

Tomato Tart

Bruschetta Dip

2026 Transformation Challenge – I AM IN

2026 The Year You Choose YOU

Your Transformation Story Could Win You a Share of £7,000

The second half of 2026 is here, and this could be your moment.

I know what it feels like to think, “That won’t be me”

£7,000 to be won every two months

Please don’t count yourself out

Your transformation is about more than the scales

Your story could be someone else’s reason to begin

Real Words From Real Winners

These stories reflect individual experiences. Emotional and wellbeing changes vary from person to person and are not guaranteed.

We’ve Made Entering Easier Than Ever

Who can enter?

Your remaining chances to enter in 2026

Don’t wait until your story feels “good enough”

Why wait? Enter now!

WATCH OUR VIDEO GUIDANCE ON HOW TO TAKE THE IDEAL TRANSFORMATION PHOTOS

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Slushie Recipe

These stories reflect individual experiences.
Emotional and wellbeing changes vary from person to person and are not guaranteed.