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"It took me around three years to go from 85 to 50 kilograms. That may seem like a long time, but I believe that's why the weight has pretty much stayed off. Since my goals were set in stages, I was never overwhelmed by how much I had to lose.

"People who knew me before often do a double take when they see me now. New people I meet take a step back and try to picture how big I must have been.

"My weight has settled at 60 kilograms, but I know I could lose those extra kilos if I wanted to. Life is so much more enjoyable now. I can go clothes shopping and know they'll have something in my size. I can get out there and do things I wasn't confident enough to do before, such as visit a public gym. I'm a lot more comfortable with who I am. Trust me; if I can do it, anyone can."

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Words: Kieren Charteris.  Photography: Scott Hawkins.  Hair & make-up: David Novak-Piper

 

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