July/Aug Transformation Challenge: Overall Winner Carolyn Lost 7st 7lbs & Won £3000 Cash
Meet Carolyn, our July/August Transformation Challenge Overall Winner. In just twelve months, she lost 7st 7lbs, rebuilt her confidence, and walked away with a £3,000 cash prize.
But her story is about far more than the scales. As a full-time carer, navigating life after menopause, who’d “tried everything,” Carolyn was exhausted, stuck in Groundhog Day, and ready to quietly give up on herself. Then she discovered the power of a simple system – four packs a day – and a community that cheered her on every step of the way.
From that first “I’m doing this” order to a 12lb loss in week one, Carolyn kept things simple: routine, water, and consistency. She leaned into Secret Slimmers for accountability, measured her inches (a huge 20.5 inches from her waist and 72 inches overall), and celebrated non-scale wins and the confidence to try new things.
Today, she’s maintaining around 8st 5lbs, lifting weights in her home gym, and mixing our products with high-protein, high-fibre meals on New You Switch. Most importantly, she’s living proof that ordinary things consistently done create extraordinary results. Start now and imagine how good you’ll feel by Christmas — lighter, stronger, more you.
Here, she opens up to New You Plan Founder, Julie-Ann, about her journey – from the moment she placed her first order, to winning £3,000, and the future she now sees for herself.
Getting Started & Finding Her Why
Julz: What made you place that very first order?
Carolyn: It was when my youngest went off to university. Suddenly the house felt so quiet, and it hit me – I had given everything to my family, especially being a full-time carer for my son, but I hadn’t looked after myself in years. I was exhausted, overweight, and honestly felt like I had nothing left to give. I wasn’t healthy, I wasn’t fit, and deep down I knew if I carried on that way I wouldn’t be able to keep caring for him properly.
I’d tried every diet under the sun – slimming clubs, calorie counting, you name it. I’d lose a bit, then gain it back plus more. After menopause it got even harder. The weight just crept on and on, and I felt trapped in my own body.
One night I sat at my computer and thought, there has to be another way. I started Googling meal replacements and saw an advert for The New You Plan. What caught my attention was the variety. Soups, Porridges, Bars, Shakes, Snacks – so much choice! I ordered just a week’s worth at first, thinking, I’ll see how I get on. Within days I was amazed – the food was tasty, I didn’t feel hungry, and for the first time in a long time I felt hopeful. By the end of that week, I knew I had found something that could finally work for me.
Early Results & Big Momentum
Julz: Your first results were incredible — how did week one feel?
Carolyn: Honestly, it blew me away. In that very first week I lost 12lbs. I’d never experienced anything like it before. I remember stepping on the scales and just staring – it didn’t feel real. That result gave me such a boost of confidence. For once, I wasn’t thinking, oh, here we go again, another diet I won’t stick to. Instead, I thought: This is it. This is actually working.
The best part was that I wasn’t hungry. I was completely satisfied on 4 packs a day, and because everything was already balanced nutritionally, I didn’t have to stress or overthink food. That simplicity was such a relief. It gave me a clean break from all the unhealthy habits that had built up over the years, and I felt like I was finally retraining my brain as well as my taste buds.
Julz: Did you notice changes beyond the scales?
Carolyn: Absolutely. At first it was the scales that kept me motivated, but soon I realised I was sleeping better, my energy was improving, and my mood lifted. I used to dread the day ahead, but suddenly I had this sense of hope again. It wasn’t just about losing weight – it was about getting my life back.
Community, Confidence & Courage
Julz: How did our Secret Slimmers community help you on your journey?
Carolyn: At the start I was shy – I would only post photos of my packs for the day just to keep myself accountable. But slowly I started sharing more of me, and the response was incredible. People were so supportive, and no matter what time of day, someone was always there with advice, encouragement or just a kind word.
The best part has been the circle of support. When I joined, I was the one looking up to other people’s posts, thinking, wow, if only I could get results like that. And now, a year later, people are looking at my posts for inspiration. It feels so special to be able to give back what I once received.
Julz: What pushed you to finally enter the Transformation Challenge?
Carolyn: Honestly, it was stepping outside my comfort zone. I’d been on plan for a year and had reached my goal, but I’d never had the courage to enter before. This time I thought, it’s now or never. I wanted to prove to myself that I could do scary things.
When Nicola rang to tell me I was the Overall Winner, I was ironing in the kitchen. The minute I heard her Irish accent, I thought, oh my goodness, what’s she going to say? And then she told me I’d won £3,000. I burst into tears – happy tears! I ran to tell my husband, and we both just stood there crying and laughing together. It felt like the perfect reward at the perfect time, almost like a birthday gift for the new me.
Julz: Do you have plans for the money?
Carolyn: I’ll share some with my children, of course, but I also want to treat myself. It feels like a reward for everything I’ve been through this year — not just the weight loss, but the mental and emotional transformation too.
Maintenance, Strength & New Confidence
Julz: How does life look now that you’re maintaining?
Carolyn: I reached my target about a month before my one-year anniversary, and since then I’ve maintained around 8st 5lbs. My BMI went from 40.6 to 21.4. My weight barely fluctuates now – maybe a pound up or down.
I use New You products daily as part of Switch, mixing them with healthy, high-protein meals. For example, I’ll make an overnight chia pudding with 0% Greek yogurt and add a shake in the morning for extra protein. Lunch might be a soup with crisps and fruit, and dinner a savoury meal with salad. It’s simple, balanced, and fits my lifestyle perfectly.
Julz: And you have a new passion for exercise now?
Carolyn: I’ve built a little home gym – dumbbells, resistance bands, a rebounder, even a ballet barre! I exercise most mornings now. Not to “earn” food, but for strength, flexibility, and longevity. I want to be fit enough to keep caring for my son, but also to enjoy my own life.
The craziest thing? I joined a dance class. Me! I’d never danced before, but now twice a week I go along, meet new people, and have fun. A year ago I would never have had the confidence to do that.
Looking Back, Moving Forward
Julz: What’s been the biggest change for you?
Carolyn: Honestly, everything. I feel lighter – not just on the scales, but mentally. I used to struggle just to get up from the floor without pulling myself up on furniture. Now I’m up, down, dancing, exercising. I feel strong, capable, and free.
Julz: What’s your advice to someone just starting out?
Carolyn:
- Trust the process. Four packs a day, water, consistency. It works.
- Take your measurements. Even if the scales stall, you’ll see inches disappearing.
- Use the community. Don’t do it alone – the support is a game changer.
- Keep it simple. Don’t overcomplicate it. Routine is your best friend.
Julz: And your future – how do you see it now?
Carolyn: A year ago my life felt like Groundhog Day. Now, I feel excited. I’m focusing on strength, mobility, and longevity. I’m trying new things, meeting new people, and enjoying life. And I know one thing for certain: I’ll never go back. This is it!
Carolyn’s Final Words
“Trust the process.” That was Carolyn’s motto on day one, and it still carries her today. Through routine, support, and belief, she lost 7st 7lbs stone, transformed her health, and won £3,000. But more importantly, she gained confidence, energy, and a future she’s excited about.
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