Marple delivery driver Stuart Murray, aged 25, has lost a staggering 112lb over the last twelve months after being referred to the PARiS scheme, which is the GP Exercise Referral Service for Stockport.
A member of LifeLEISURE in Romiley, Stuart puts his achievement down to a combination of good diet and exercise. When he started out on the scheme he weighed in at over 19 stone and found exercise, even walking, a real struggle.
Stuart takes up the story:
“I started going to Life Leisure because I wanted to lose weight so that I could enjoy simple things like walking the dog and not being out of breath when I go upstairs. I was referred to the PARiS scheme (GP exercise referral scheme) and Dave McGlinchey; my PARiS officer devised my training programme and took a serious look at my diet. I joined a weight loss group too and through a combination of healthy eating and regular exercise in the gym, I lost 74llbs in the first six months. I couldn’t believe it.”
Left: Stuart before and after he completed the PARis scheme
“My life has been totally transformed and I am enjoying every minute of it, all the things I used to find hard are now so much easier. I knew that when I put my mind to something I wouldn’t give up but to reach my target in 12 months is amazing.”
Stuart was also recently awarded at Stockport Sports Awards when he won the Changing Lifestyle Recognition Award the award sponsored by Stockport Council which recognises individuals who have used sports and physical activity to improve the quality of their life.
Dave McGlinchey, PARiS officer added:
“Stuart has done brilliantly. He has a positive attitude and has showed just what you can do with the right support and exercise programme. I hope he proves to be an inspiration to others who want to take control of their health and well-being by incorporating exercise into their lifestyle.”
For more information about joining Life Leisure visit www.lifeleisure.net. Information about the PARiS scheme is available on 0161 482 0900 or via the Healthy Stockport website www.healthystockport.co.uk