MAN v FAT member Liam Gillmore, from our Tonbridge membership, has managed to lose 30kg since becoming a member of in December of 2024, assembly new buddies alongside the best way and getting fitter than ever.
Liam was uninterested in his weight, and trying to get lively. He talks about his journey since then, saying: “I had had sufficient of being 25 stone, being breathless and never with the ability to do a lot actions with my youngsters. MAN v FAT has been actually vital for my weight reduction, actually serving to it to excel as a result of unbelievable assist system and buddies I’ve made.
“In my first season of MAN v FAT I joined as a goalkeeper and gained the league, which was the very first thing I’ve ever gained! The subsequent season I gained the league and cup, and the 2 single awards for probably the most weight misplaced and the largest share of beginning weight misplaced. Now in my third season, I’ve gotten extra assured, and I’m now captain of the crew I play for. I’m now a midfielder, and completely love all of the operating round.”
Liam additionally highlights the constructive group he discovered on the Tonbridge membership, saying: “I really like the truth that everybody there’s supportive, and nobody judges you. This was massive for me at first as as a result of affected by anxiousness that I used to be fearful about being judged. Not solely do you get the assist and other people to speak to however you make some unbelievable friendships, have fun on the identical time and play the game you like.”
He additionally highlights among the modifications he has made to his life-style, which has helped him shed weight, saying: “My food regimen has modified loads since becoming a member of MAN v FAT. I’m now way more educated of what to and to not eat. My food regimen is now extra protein primarily based, which suggests I really feel much more full than I used to, and I’m additionally way more acquainted with how a lot I can eat, helped by calorie counting and from Andy the Coach.”
“Now, I am going to the health club not less than twice per week and am additionally doing British navy martial arts with my son. I accomplished a 10k marathon in November, and have signed up for a half marathon to boost cash for Pancreatic Most cancers UK in my father’s identify in August 2026. It’s one thing I by no means thought I’d do. I’ve additionally participated within the MAN v FAT match with among the gamers from the membership as effectively, which was wonderful.
“My psychological well being has improved immensely. I’m a lot extra assured than I used to be earlier than I began, and I’ve met some wonderful individuals, and Andy the membership’s coach has been wonderful giving precious recommendation on my calorie consumption and what to eat.
“Becoming a member of MAN v FAT has been the perfect factor I’ve performed in an extended whereas. I’ve liked each minute of it, making new buddies and having fun with judgement by anybody. Everybody there’s there for a similar cause and it’s wonderful how everybody cheers and encourages one another on.”
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