Phillipa Smith, who overcame baby loss at seven months pregnant and lost 16 stone
The Slimmer Awards
Last year’s winning slimmers lost an incredible 40 stone between them. This year, whose stories will inspire us?
Every year, The Slimmer Awards by The 1:1 Diet brings together slimmers and Consultants for a exclusive event, celebrating the weight loss transformations of some of the UK’s most inspiring people.
It’s our chance to recognise the remarkable achievements of people on The 1:1 Diet and the dedicated Consultants supporting them along the way.
Behind every transformation is a story. From feeling healthier and more confident to discovering a new motivation or building a better relationship with food, our awards celebrate the changes that make a lasting difference to everyday life.
Join us as we celebrate this year’s inspiring journeys and the people who made them possible.
The 2026 award categories
Every journey is different. Our five award categories recognise the many ways slimmers have changed their lives, from overcoming setbacks to achieving goals they once thought were out of reach.
The Wellbeing Award
Feeling better can be just as significant as looking different. This award celebrates someone whose weight loss journey has helped improve their health and wellbeing. Whether they feel more confident, enjoy being more active or find everyday tasks easier, we want to recognise the difference those changes have made.
Beyond the Scale
Some of the biggest achievements can’t be measured in stones and pounds. Also new for 2026, this award recognises the milestones beyond weight loss itself. From taking on a challenge to rediscovering a much-loved hobby, it celebrates someone who is making the most of new possibilities.
Against the Odds
This new award honours someone who has pursued their weight loss goals while facing significant personal challenges. Facing difficult or challenging life circumstances, they have shown remarkable resilience and determination throughout their journey, even when the odds are stacked against them
Meet our previous winners
The Slimmer Awards 2025
Woman of the Year:
Man of the Year:
Frontline paramedic Aidan Pritchard, who dropped 6 stone 2 pounds and is now planning his wedding
Maintainer of the Year:
Ann Barrowman, who lost 7 stone 10 pounds after suffering a devastating heart attack and has maintained her weight for two years
Transformation of the Year:
Daisie Jenson, who was at risk of a heart attack at just 25, and shaved off 7 stone 6 pounds
The Wellbeing Award:
Barry McCann, who shed 3 stone 1 pound and reversed his type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea and turned his mental health around
View 2025's shortlist:
The Slimmer Awards 2024
Woman of the Year:
Marv Young lost six stone, transforming her relationship with food, enhancing her health and wellbeing, and owning her new moniker the ‘Style Queen’.
Man of the Year:
Struggling with hip and back pain, and reduced mobility, Dave Taylor managed to lose a whopping 10 stone in just 8 months.
Wellbeing Award:
Olivia Hyman decided to give The 1:1 Diet a go - and has now lost nearly eight stone!
Transformation Award:
Donna McCaulsky knew it was time to make a change. The 1:1 Diet has helped Donna regain control.
Maintainer Award:
In just one week, Lindsay Yates had lost 9lbs, and despite a few ups and downs, she went on to reach her target.
International Award:
Thanks to The 1:1 Diet, David Ludín has now regained his vitality and self-esteem, living a healthy and happy life with his family.
The Slimmer Awards 2023
International Distributor Slimmer of the Year
Stavros Zannetides
The 1:1 Diet Life Changer Award
Kelly Birch
Transformation Award
Emily Chappell
The 1:1 Diet Award
Hollie Alabaster and Rachel Walkingshaw-McGuinness
The 1:1 Diet Man of the Year
Ollie Cooper
The 1:1 Diet Woman of the Year
Sharon Head
Could you be the next Slimmer Awards winner?
The 1:1 Diet has helped to transform the lives of many, helping people lose weight and keep it off. Follow in the footsteps of the inspiring award winners of past and present and make those weight loss goals a reality; you never know,you could be on that very stage collecting your own award, just like those above.