My Story

Hi, I’m Jacob!

Back in March 2023, I decided enough was enough with how dangerous my weight was getting. From takeaway to takeaway, the pounds were piling on. Being the heaviest I’ve ever been, at 32 stone+, everything was totally out of control and unhealthy.

Skipping forward 17 months, after countless hours in the gym and working on massively overhauling my diet, I have just successfully hit my 10 stone lost milestone! All of which I couldn’t have done without the help from the Lync Active trainers, believing in me when I didn’t even believe in myself, and also the amazing support from friends and family.

During my journey, I have seemingly found a love for running. I completed my first parkrun in 39 minutes back in December 2023. Since then, I’ve completed 27 parkruns, six 10k races, along with a 10-mile race, and I have a half marathon planned in October.

I have successfully secured a charity place in the London Marathon 2025 for a charity very close to my heart. For those that know me, you will know why I have chosen this charity. I really can’t wait to raise as much money as I possibly can, whilst undertaking what will be by far my biggest challenge yet!

I’ve set myself a weight loss target before Marathon day. I plan to use the marathon to close the final part of my weight loss journey. It’s a very bold target, but if I successfully manage it, it will take my total weight loss to 16 stone (100kg+).

Thank you for reading. I hope you can support me on my journey and help this amazing charity.

Jacob