Two super slimmers have between them shed a total of 20.5 stones.

Slimming World members Gavin Everett and Katie Farrell have been praised for smashing their weight loss goals with Gavin losing ten stone and Katie ten-and-a-half.

A Slimming World spokesperson said their weight loss was a “transformation” and “more than a whole person they’ve each lost, not just in weight, but in burden, in self-doubt, and in limitations. They haven’t just lost pounds; they’ve gained life”.

“This isn’t about deprivation, it’s about dedication and community. The fact that both of them achieved such phenomenal, life-changing success while supporting each other at their local Slimming World group is a powerful testament to the power of shared goals and brilliant support.

“They’ve embraced food optimising, proving you can still enjoy delicious, satisfying meals while making health-conscious choices,” the spokesperson said, adding: “Gavin and Katie are now living proof that with the right tools, the right mindset, and the right cheerleading squad, anything is possible.”

The two have been praised as an “absolute inspiration” and show how big achievements often start with one small step.

Gavin, who attends the Tuesday evening Slimming World group at Gaywood Church Rooms, said: “Losing the weight means a lot to me as it hopefully helps me be around to see my grandchildren grow up, and hopefully have children of their own.”

Katie, a member Slimming World’s Saturday morning group at South Lynn Scout Hut, said of her weight loss: “I may have lost half of my body weight but I have doubled my confidence. I’m ten-and-a-half stone down and enjoying clothes shopping again.”

Both groups are run by Slimming World consultant, Dominic Foster.