The Weight's Over Live Show

• Breaking Free from Sugar: Julia’s Realistic Journey Through Menopause, PCOS, and Weight Loss

  In this powerful and relatable episode of The Weight’s Over, Sandra sits down with Julia, whose story is far from the typical "quick fix" transformation. Julia shares her deeply personal and medically complex journey of navigating surgical menopause, PCOS, endometriosis, and insulin resistance, all while overcoming a lifelong sugar addiction. Her experience is a testament to patience, resilience, and the slow but steady power of mindset change.Her weight loss wasn’t rapid, but it was real. And more importantly, it was sustainable. Julia’s story is a reminder that lasting transformation is built over time—and that progress isn't always visible on the scales.We Discuss:Julia’s long battle with endometriosis and her late diagnosis of PCOSHow insulin resistance and surgical menopause impacted her weight and energy levelsThe emotional toll of sugar addiction—and how Slimpod helped her rewire her relationship with foodWhat it’s like to feel "broken" by your hormones and finally find a way forwardThe turning point: when exercise finally clicked and the weight started to come offWhy sugar cravings plummeted after she started moving moreThe importance of kindness, patience, and persistence in the face of slow progressHow Julia now enjoys treats in moderation—without the food noise taking overThe myth of the “quick fix” and why slow, sustainable change matters mostPractical tips for anyone managing hormonal health conditions while trying to lose weightGet in Touch:We love hearing from you! Have a question, want to share your own journey, or need a bit of support? Email: [email protected]: Thinkingslimmer.comFollow Sandra on Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavisRemember, you’re not alone, and your journey matters—no matter how long it takes.

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• Hayley’s Story – From Sofa to Sea Swims and Self-Belief

  In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Sandra is joined by Hayley, who reflects on a year of extraordinary personal transformation after joining the Slimpod programme. Once stuck in a cycle of binge eating, low confidence, and isolation, Hayley has reclaimed her health, confidence, and joy — losing 4 stone, becoming a regular cold-water swimmer, and even celebrating her wedding. This episode is about more than weight loss — it's about mindset, freedom, and self-belief.We discuss:Before SlimpodHayley describes being in a dark place: size 24, binge eating, lacking motivation, and feeling trapped on the sofa.Discovering SlimpodFound through a Facebook ad while at rock bottom. The non-diet approach resonated due to past success with hypnosis.Major Lifestyle Changes4 stone lost in a yearNow wears size 12–14 clothesCravings for crisps and alcohol goneNo dieting, no food rules — just natural, healthy habitsIncreased ConfidenceGot married feeling confident and proudPoses for photos she used to avoidFeels “free” from food addiction and emotional eatingNew IdentityTransformed from “lazy” and inactive to early morning cold-water swims and regular gym sessionsSwam the equivalent of the English Channel in memory of her grandmotherMindset ShiftDoesn’t rely on willpower — instead follows internal cuesTrained herself to be a morning personDoesn’t fear food or falling off track — it’s a continuous journeyKey Takeaways for Other SlimpoddersCommit to the full programme — don’t skip steps like wins and videosDon’t treat Slimpod like a diet — no food guilt, no restrictionsCelebrate small wins — they’re the building blocks of big changeKeep going — no need to “start again,” just stay on the path

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• Slimpod helps Chris to throw away her biscuit tin

  In this inspiring conversation, Sandra sits down with Chris, a 70-year-old Slimpodder who proves it’s never too late to change your relationship with food. Despite decades of emotional eating and a love of running cut short by injury, Chris found a new way forward. She shares how Slimpod helped her break free from bingeing, rediscover happiness, and create healthier habits — all without relying on willpower, dieting clubs, or deprivation.Her story is a powerful reminder that transformation is about mindset, not just meals, and that consistency beats perfection every time.We discuss:Chris’s lifelong battle with emotional eating and how running once masked itThe injury and family stress that triggered weight gain and emotional strugglesWhy traditional diets and weigh-ins left her feeling broken and obsessedThe Sunday morning she discovered Slimpod — and why it “just spoke” to herHow emotional changes came quickly: “For the first time in ages, I felt happy”Breaking habits like tea-and-biscuits and wine-linked bingesBody changes without obsessing over the scalesThe unique support of the Slimpod community and finding “buddies” on the journeyChris’s message to older people: why it’s never too late, and why consistency is keyWe’d love to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavis Visit: www.thinkingslimmer.com Email: [email protected]💛 When you change your mind, you change everything.Subscribe, review, and join our Slimpod community today.

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• How Anna Reduced Her Portion Sizes

  In this moving episode, Sandra welcomes Anna, a Slimpodder with a powerful story of self-discovery and change. Anna opens up about how unpacking childhood beliefs and emotional ties to food was the missing piece in her weight-loss puzzle. From dinner-time struggles to celebrating herself with "Queen Bee" plates, Anna shares how changing her mindset — not just her meals — helped her transform her relationship with food and reclaim her self-worth.If you’ve ever felt like your eating habits are tied up with identity, emotions, or long-standing beliefs, this is the episode for you.How childhood patterns and “greedy genes” became Anna’s inner narrativeThe moment Anna realised portion sizes weren’t about fairness — but self-worthWhy reframing dinner was a breakthrough (spoiler: beautiful plates were involved!)How a Queen Bee placemat became a symbol of self-loveThe role Slimpod played in uncovering emotional triggersReaching her goal: fitting into her wedding suit after 25 yearsWhy it’s not just about food and weight — but your whole selfThe freedom that comes from letting go of guilt, shame, and food obsessionHer message to anyone feeling stuck: “Don’t be afraid of what you find under the bonnet — you can get past it.”We love hearing from you!Got a question or want to share your own journey? Follow us on Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavis Visit us: www.thinkingslimmer.comEmail: [email protected]💛 When you change your mind, you change everything.Subscribe, leave a review, and join the Slimpod community today.

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• Project Abi

  In this inspiring episode, Sandra chats with Abi. Having lost 4½ stone, Abi shares that the biggest transformation has been in her mindset and self-belief — not just her body.From emotional eating and low confidence to running 5Ks and dancing in the kitchen, Abi’s journey shows how small mindset shifts can lead to huge lifestyle change — without willpower, calorie counting, or dieting.We discuss:How Abi went from snacking out of loneliness to feeling in control around foodWhy emotional eating stopped when she stopped feeling overwhelmedThe surprising role of movement and joy in her transformation"Project Abi" — how treating her journey like a project changed everythingWhy goal mapping helped her stay focused and practicalLetting go of the scales and celebrating non-scale wins insteadRunning a 5K for charity — and wearing her medal with prideThe power of consistency, self-trust, and doing what feels goodWhy watching live replays in the Slimpod Facebook group kept her motivatedGet in touch:Learn more about Slimpod: www.thinkingslimmer.comFollow Sandra on Instagram: @sandraroycroftdavisWatch more at https://www.youtube.com/user/TheSlimpodChannelSubscribe to the podcast to hear more powerful real-life storiesGot a story to share or any questions? Email us: [email protected]

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