Alex Williams, a man from Roose in South Wales, used to consume 7,000 calories daily and spend £300 weekly on junk food. His diet primarily consisted of pizzas, takeaways, and fast food, leading to a weight of over 30 stone. Williams felt breathless climbing stairs, avoided taking off his shirt in changing rooms, and feared swimming pools on holidays due to his physical condition.
After a difficult breakup, a friend encouraged the 33-year-old to participate in a football-centered weight loss program. Williams made a significant lifestyle change by replacing fried breakfasts, burgers, and biscuits with healthier options like steak, salmon, and chicken-based meals. Through his commitment, he managed to shed weight from 28 stone 2 pounds to 13 stone 9 pounds.
Reflecting on his journey, Williams expressed his prior feelings of self-loathing and discomfort with his body. His weight gain began after a knee injury ended his rugby career during his teenage years. By his mid-teens, he was already wearing a 46-inch waist and indulging in sausage rolls, frozen pizzas, and various takeaways.
Transitioning to adulthood at 18, Williams turned to alcohol, burgers, and late-night kebabs as a coping mechanism. He described indulging in unhealthy foods like frozen pizzas, KFC, and large Domino’s pizzas while secretly consuming excessive amounts, sometimes spending up to £300 per week on junk food.
Currently weighing 13 stone 7 pounds, Williams actively engages in five football matches weekly, gym training, and running alongside younger players in his local team. He credits frozen grapes, particularly candy-floss grapes, as a valuable tool in combating sugar cravings. He emphasizes the importance of consistency in weight loss, highlighting the need for continuous progress rather than quick fixes.
In his role as Head of People at an AI company, Williams emphasizes the significance of consistency in maintaining weight loss, attributing his success to the MAN v FAT program designed for men seeking to lose weight. The program’s combination of competition and support provided him with the necessary structure to achieve lasting weight loss results.
Williams expressed gratitude for the friendships formed through the program, highlighting the team mentality and mutual accountability that contributed to his transformation. He now feels like a different person with a newfound perspective on life, emphasizing the positive impact of his weight loss journey.