A FEERING Slimming World consultant is marking 10 years of helping people achieve healthier lifestyles.
Jo Spencer, who runs the Kelvedon and Feering group, joined Slimming World after her youngest son began school, and later decided to become a consultant herself.
She launched her first group in Kelvedon with the goal of helping others find the same encouragement and results.
Slimming World consultant Jo Spencer (Image: Slimming World)
Jo said: "I have had an amazing 10 years since I began running my own group.
"I have met and helped so many wonderful people to achieve happier healthier lives and it is an absolute privilege to be a trusted part of each and everyone's journey.
"There is no better feeling than helping and supporting my members to achieve their weight loss goals and it makes me so proud to see the amazing results they achieve."
Over the past decade, Jo has supported hundreds of members, many of whom have enjoyed health benefits such as lowering blood pressure, cholesterol, strain on joints and even improving pre diabetic and type 2 diabetic conditions.
Jo credits the success of the programme to Slimming World's Food Optimising plan.
She said: "Slimming World's Food Optimising plan is so inclusive and can be personalised for everyone.
"With our amazing Free Food choices there is no need to feel hungry."
Her group also takes part in fundraising activities for Cancer Research UK, including clothing donations and the Race for Life.
She said: "It really is a community of friendly like-minded people who all want to support each other, celebrate the many wins and lift up anyone who is struggling.
"We enjoy a giggle but absolutely promise no shame or humiliation ever."
Jo continues to develop her expertise through ongoing training at Slimming World's National Training Academy in Derby, ensuring she stays current in nutrition and psychology.
She said: "Lots of people want to lose weight and do not know where to turn for support, my group is open 52 weeks a year and I'm ready to help!"
Jo's Slimming World sessions take place every Monday at Feering Community Centre at 5.30pm and 7pm.