Strictly star shows off staggering 3.5 stone weight loss after health struggle, saying ‘I never thought it was possible’
A STRICTLY star has showed off her whopping 3.5 stone weight loss, and told fans that she "never thought this was possible".
Comedian Susan Calman, 50, took to Instagram to reveal the transformation, after previously revealing she wanted to shed the pounds following health concerns.
Susan - who competed in Strictly Come Dancing in 2017 - previously revealed that she had begun her weight loss journey in December 2023.
By the following August she had lost 2.5 stone, and now she has lost another stone.
Taking to Instagram to reveal her big news, Susan shared a photo of herself looking slimmed down in the gym.
She wrote next to the incredible snap: "Hit another fitness milestone today. 22kg weight loss represented here by two kettlebells because they didn’t have one kettlebell heavy enough.
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"It’s taken 17 months of eating better and moving more.
"But it’s not just about losing weight. I spend lots and lots of time lifting weights and strength training and it’s all about consistency.
"My blood pressure is under control and my health is better. My mental health is in a more positive place and I absolutely love feeling stronger every day.
Talking about more about her weight loss journey so far, Susan she said: "In December 2023 I would never have thought this possible. It absolutely is.
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"It takes a lot, but it’s worth it. Life changing differences made possible by my better half and @redefinept the best trainer a person could have.
"They’re the two most supportive women in my life and the best people I know."
The comedian ended her powerful message with: "The stronger I am, the better placed I am to take on the world.
"If I can do it, anyone can. If you want to. I think you’re smashing the way you are."
Fans rushed to comment, with one writing: "What an incredible achievement, Susan! Your dedication and hard work over the past 17 months are truly inspiring."
Another said: "This is amazing! Thank you for sharing how you are getting on with something like this. It’s inspiring."
This one said: "Amazing! You’re a machine!"
HEALTH STRUGGLE
Susan previously revealed her decision to get fit and lose weight, was because of concerns over her health.
Again taking to Instagram, she told fans last summer: "It’s been seven months since I decided to change my life. I started training with @redefinept (the best motivator I’ve ever met), making better choices with food and moving more.
"My health was in a precarious position and needed to do something about it to stay healthy. I’ve lost over 35 pounds but more importantly I’m stronger and fitter than I’ve ever been."
And Susan confessed getting fit has had a positive impact on her mental health.
She continued: "t’s a real struggle sometimes, and requires far more mental strength than anything else.
"As someone who has struggled with anxiety and depression my whole life I can honestly say that it’s helping me. A lot."
TV presenter Susan also revealed why she was posting about the transformation, adding: "I’m not posting this to boast.
"Someone asked me recently if I was unwell because I’d lost so much weight so I wanted to clear that up."
TV FAME
Susan took part in the 2017 series of Strictly and was partnered with Kevin Clifton.
They made it all the way to week 10 before being eliminated.
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Since then Susan has fronted a series of Channel 5 travel shows, including Susan Calman's Grand Day Out and Cruising with Susan Calman.
Away from TV she is married to wife Lee Cormack, who she met in 2002 while working as a lawyer.