· Max Lowery · Podcast Episode · 2 min read
#86 How Helen Lost 92lbs without Dieting
Helen shares how years of dieting, low self-esteem, and feeling uncomfortable in her body led her to consider both NHS and private weight loss options. She explains how a new approach helped her rebuild her confidence, improve her mindset, and lose over 45 kilos while finally enjoying life again.
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From Desperation to Confidence: Helen’s Journey Through Weight Loss, Body Image, and Finding Real Support
Have you ever felt so uncomfortable in your body that everyday life became a struggle?
Or spent hours looking at NHS services, private clinics, or even surgery because you felt completely out of options?
If that sounds familiar, Helen’s story will speak straight to you.
In this episode, Helen opens up about many years of frustration with weight loss, body image, and low self-esteem. She talks about trying every fad diet she could find, from cabbage soup to meal replacement shakes, and how each one left her feeling more isolated and ashamed. At one point, she even looked into NHS pathways and private healthcare because she felt she had nowhere else to turn.
What makes this conversation so powerful is the way Helen finally found an approach that helped her feel supported instead of judged. She explains how gentle habit changes, mindset shifts, and practical nutrition guidance helped her rebuild trust in herself and her body.
Inside the episode, Helen shares how she:
Reached a point of deep desperation after years of failed diets
Explored NHS and private healthcare options without finding real help
Felt limited by her body and avoided activities she once loved
Feared hunger and social situations because of past diet rules
Learned a calmer and more balanced way to eat without obsession
Released old beliefs about good and bad foods
Lost more than 45 kilos and gained confidence, strength, and energy
Became someone who enjoys movement and sees herself as an active person
Found a supportive community that helped her stay motivated and hopeful
Helen’s journey shows that lasting change is possible when you stop fighting your body and start supporting it with simple, sustainable steps. Her story is honest, relatable, and full of hope for anyone who feels stuck or discouraged.
If you are tired of starting over or scared to try again, this episode will help you see what is possible when you choose a different path.
Want to see more behind the scenes, client success stories, and daily tips for sustainable fat loss? Come connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/max.lowery. It’s where I share practical advice, motivation, and the exact strategies my clients use to lose weight and keep it off, without ever dieting again.