Mom’s Fat Loss Secret: How Siobhan Dropped LBS of Fat
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Women send us these types of success stories every day – But as you can understand, most of them ask me NOT to share them publicly. And I understandably agree.
Fortunately, for every bunch of ‘private’ fat loss/fitness success stories I get – there is usually one person that allows me to share their story, publicly, on the blog – like this one below…
Please share your thoughts and praise in the ‘comments’ section at the end – and please share the link to this page with anyone you know who can use this type of motivation and inspiration… Here it is…
Mom’s Fat Loss Secret: How Siobhan Dropped Many LBS of Fat
— happily submitted by Mom of 4, Siobhan Callaghan
I was in absolute terrible condition for my age! After having my fourth child I was so busy about home life, taking care of the kids and everyone else – I just put myself last and let myself go.
My heaviest weight was around 200lbs. I suffered from panic attacks low self esteem, constant headaches, fatigue and I had awful back ache, with falling arches in my feet as well.
Sadly, the only thing good was my cholesterol levels were fine!
I hate to admit it but emotionally I was crushed. I was always the high-spirited ‘’joker’’ of the group, the one who seemed to make others happy. I always knew people cared for me but they also (I feel), didn’t look up to me or I suppose maybe even didn’t respect me.

Siobhan Before
I hated shopping because I could never find anything that would fit me properly and I always hated any special occasions that I would have to dress up for because I could only wear clothes that were made for women in their 50’s!
There were always tears to be shed…
But at the end of last April I went out on a friends birthday party with a bunch of girls and got the kick in the butt that I needed!

Siobhan After
There I was among other women my age, who had children too, and well… embarrassingly I WAS the biggest girl there and the most dootsy dressed. The only thing I could think of that night was why and how have I done this to myself??

Siobhan Before
I thought that I too deserve to look and feel good, feel confident and sexy and most important to be and look as young as I was…. I was just going to have take the time for myself which I never did before, realizing that it wasn’t or wouldn’t be selfish for me to it. I would only be selfish by continuing to let myself get so far out of shape and unhealthy.
There was only me that made the mistake and only me that could fix it now.
The first thing I did was a simple, yet focused, week of healthy, controlled eating. I have to say it did help get rid of all the sugar and salt cravings. When the week was over I was stronger inside and more determined and I knew that this was something I really wanted to do, to take control.
I didn’t join any weight watcher clubs, I just stuck to fruit and veggies and chicken and started to buy wholegrain bread and pasta/rice and I bought myself a skipping rope! I was fairly new to the internet (and still am!) and just started to Google anything and everything to do with losing weight or exercises.
As my hips were the biggest part of me I Googled hip & bum exercises and that’s when I first came across my life support!–JOEY ATLAS!

Siobhan After
There it was… a free download sample of exercises – and I signed up for his free e-newsletter which educated me and I just knew this man was talking sense and in plain old fashioned English with no big health or fitness words that I didn’t understand.
The best thing was, after doing my jump rope I always did the free exercises from Joey and you know, I could see results which made me want more. I was hooked – and Joey earned my trust.
I was so delighted to order his program – I knew it was just meant for me! I was like a kid waiting on Santa after that!
When I did my first session well what can I say I couldn’t do it.. that’s how unfit I was…
My whole body was shaking and nerves twitching everywhere that I could only do maybe 4 or 5 repetitions on each exercise! And as for the next day well it hurt (in a good way) and the day after that, too! I knew this would be the thing that worked for me. Even though it was a challenging start.

Siobhan Before
But as Joey told me in the instructions to “do what you can and that it will get easier”, well those words of encouragement really persuaded me to stick with it and of course he was right..it did get easier and I did do more and I got results!
Joeys plan is very easy to stick to and all the exercises can be done almost anywhere and as a busy mum of 4 kids, I didn’t have to leave the house to see to myself and get my workouts in!
More importantly I had no expensive equipment to buy which was an added bonus. The ULBHTM is very easy to follow, Joey makes you feel that he’s right there with you step by step by the way he structured the program, I found it much easier to stay focused, get into the exercises and I suppose, get them right.

Siobhan After
My current weight is now right where I love it and I’m wearing my favorite dress sizes which are around (UK) 8/10. I had a wedding about a month ago and bought myself a USA dress size 4! WooHoo!!
I hadn’t wore a dress since my wedding dress nearly ten years ago and I went from white to black! that’s the dress in my after pics which I did pose for because now I can!! LOL!
Beforehand I always hid behind people in pics which now I wish I didn’t because I would have had great before pics! But nonetheless – you can still see how bad I was.
Its great; now I can almost buy anything I want to wear as long as its not too pricey and not too bare cos even though I’m “half the woman I used to be”, I am so used at covering up myself but I’ll get over that hurdle too!
I want to do more now, get in better shape & go out shopping more! I feel renewed!!
My physical and emotional energy levels are much better now and I’m always up for new challenges and fun things!
I feel that my personal success has made me stronger as a wife, mom and friend – and I have far more confidence in what I can do, not just emotionally but physically.
I have learned that it is important to start to love and and take care of myself and not just others, I need to be confident to make my kids confident, I need to be aware to make my kids aware, I need to be active to make my kids active, I need to be motivated to make my kids motivated and I need to care about myself to make my kids care about themselves, I am trying to educate them that it is important to be fit and healthy and that it can be very fun doing it!
The feed back from others is mostly good. A lot of people don’t recognize me anymore which can be funny! Then you get some saying ah you’ve done enough now you look brilliant so Stop!
It can be hard for some to understand that I actually enjoy eating healthy and exercising, that its not “just to keep the the weight off” for superficial reasons, I just need it for my emotional stability!! I want it for my longevity and… ‘cos I enjoy it!!! that’s all!!
I was asked “was I taking anything” which actually insulted me and I thought well if that’s what a close friend thinks then what does everyone else think! So it knocked me back but again I pushed forward! I’ve learned that people can be jealous of others success and I had it mentioned to me a few times.
I also have learned that people can be inspired by others success and so encourages them to follow suit!
I feel in control of my life and health now, I know where the grass is greener! I wont let myself go like I did for so long, I don’t think I’ve ever been happier!
Now I always try to start my day off and get up an hour earlier than the kids to do my ulbhtm program, and like Joey advises, if you want your morning coffee then have it!
Joey has the best ‘secret seven’ snack foods ever, and people who come in to my house and see the (natural) peanut butter jar look at me funny and say you ate that and lost weight??!! (Good job the don’t see my dark chocolate!!)
I make good, healthy food choices, and if I get even ten mins free I do a little cardio like skipping rope to up the metabolism and to boost my energy levels. I usually go for a 4 mile brisk walk weather permitting! And if I don’t get the time during the day to do my ulbhtm exercises, I leave it till I get the kids to bed and do it then..
I feel that I’m now more the person on the outside that I have been on the inside for so long.. So I feel I’m freed from the suit or ‘shield of armour’ and instead put the armour into my mind so that I’m stronger person now.
For all the women, and men, who feel they’ve let themselves down or are prisoner in their bodies, well… you’re not.. that’s all in your mind.
Take control of yourself, love yourself and your body.. ‘Cos if you don’t, who will??
Start by saying to yourself “I am in control of who I am and I am going to be happy.. I deserve to be happy..”
And when you control the thoughts in your mind you will control what you do with your body… what you feed it, how you use it, and you will come to realize that the effort is worth it and more importantly it is fun!
And if you have a bad day today, then don’t tell yourself ‘you’ve failed’ or that you can’t do it. Don’t give up hope, because every minute that lies ahead waiting for us is always a new one that we can start from, again.
The only way to encourage change is to think like a baby; you have got to be able to balance on your feet before you take your first steps and then you must learn to walk before you run and everyone stumbles and falls, but rise again and soon you will be fast on your feet…
- Siobhan Callaghan
Donegal
Ireland
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i feel so inspired by that story.Thanks for sharing it
It’s wonderful to hear stories like this but out of curiosity, how long did it take to lose 75 pounds?!
Thanks so much!
Awesome story! You look healthy and healthy=beautiful. I think setting an example for children and/or loved ones is a powerful motivator. You’re on a great path.
this story is so inspiring, u look so beautiful now. the truth is that i’ve been following joey’s programme since beginning of this year, i got to know about his website when i was browzing for any weight loss programm, i’ve almost done everything like going to the gym, taking weight loss pills including the so called herbal drugs for weight loss’ though some worked for me,i loss some weight but got it back almost immediately, i really want to shed some weight but don’t know what to do anymore, my current weight is 85kg with hip of 45inches, waist 39inches and my bust is 38inches,this is just weighing me down,am just 29 years with 2 kids, the first is 8 years. Am based in Nigeria. the real problem is that i don’t have the money to pay for the programm am still waiting and hoping that God will make a way for me soon. Am still seacrhing for Job, just finished a master programm on development communication.
Wonderful story.
So inspiring!
I love your quote:
“I am in control of who I am and I am going to be happy.. I deserve to be happy.” I shall write it down and put it somewhere I can see everyday!
That was a truly wonderful story. You don’t mention if you had any support from family or friends. What did you children say to their ”new ‘mother? You look grea!
Beautiful!!! Congratulations.
Hi Siobban,
what a story. Apart from theweight loss islef, I was so impressed by the positivity you showed from within. The comments of learning to love yourself and to controlwho you are and to be happy are very inspiring.It is true that no-one else can make those changes only you. I am at a very difficult place right now and am thinking are getting the ULBHTM myself.I was wondering if you give details of the complete diet you stuck too. Money is lacking and motivation and self esteem is practically non-existant right now. So I thankyou for telling your story, well done, you look beautiful. Thankyou Joey for printing this successful story too!!!
best wishes chrissie
What a story. Apart from the weight loss itself, I was impressed with the comments about “it was only me who made the mistake and only me to fix it now” It seems to put everything into perspective. I am in a really down place right now and my weight gain is taking over !!!!! I was wondering if you could share the diet you went on. It sounds sensible an something I could cope with. I have made up my mind to give ULBHTM a go, it is money that has stopped me before. Also the thought of failing. Thankyou Siobbhan for your inspiring story, you look beautiful , thanks for sharing, best wishes Chrissie
I know exactly how you feel and I too have begun my weightloss journey to a healthier, fitter, happier me. Part of my motivation is my 4 year old son as I want to be able to accompany him in athletic activities and at the pool. He has just started to learn how to swim and the pool he is at have special dates when the parents can go into the pool with their children, I want to be able to go into the pool with my son without being embarressed. Siobhan your story is a truly inspiring one. Thank you and may God bless you.
Siobhan you look great! What a transformation. Joey has really changed my life also. Congratulations!
Congratulations Siobhan!
What a wonderful achievement – you have inspired me – thank you for sharing your fantastic story – your family must be incredibly proud of you – you deserve it!!
Thank you so much for sharing this. You look absolutely stunning. I am also very intrerested in finding out how long did it take to shed off 75 pounds. I am also trying to loose weight.
All the best,
Wow…Fantastic Work!!! Great to see your makeover, transition, in finding you as whole person!!!
Keep up the great effort behind your endeavors….and don´t let them pull you down,,head up and forward you keep going….
Thank you Siobhan & Joey for the inspiration that you have given to us.It helps to see others overcome the battle we all seem to be working to accompolish .I’m truly very happy for you and wish you all the happiness.You look amazing….
Wow. I am so glad you decided to share this!! I’m on my first week of weaning off sugar. Nice to hear it gets better and I need to lose 80 lbs to get back to where I want to be so I was ecstatic to see you had done it and you look GREAT! Plus your attitude is wonderful. You are so right, we can choose to be who we want to be… it’s up to us. Thanks so much for sharing. My kids are grown but no matter what my age I want to look the best I can and you show it can be done. Congratulations.
Hey thank you so much for your wonderful comments..it made sending this to Joey worthwhile when i see that i might be inspiring or encouraging to some of you!
I followed alot of Joeys recipies and snacks from the 28 day ”Blow Torch Diet” and i just worked along the lines of that making up my own recipies too! It took me about 8 months to shift the weight but i never deprived myself of anything i liked..just in smaller portions and occasionally.
Anyone reading this I just want to say if youre looking to get in shape and change your life then Joey Atlas is the stuff!I love his attitude, help,encouragement and most of all his exercises.Believe me he knows his stuff! When you do your first session you’ll know what i mean..
So go for it, stick with it and you’ve only got inches to lose!!
Thanks again for your comments.
Siobhan.x.
wow, how amazing and inspiring is this story.everything in life is about attitude ,how we respond to the things that happens to us daily….
i can do all things through God who gives me strength.
Phillipians 4:13
And im just 17 years old, God bless you all!
Hi Siobhan, I was so inspired by your story, and the way this programme suited you working out at home and doing things simply yet effectively. In this time of money being tight, I think we really need practical, effective ways of improving our lives. Your positive attitude really got to the heart of me as well. WELL DONE & keep inspiring us. Congrats.
hi siobhan,
this is your big sister…(big in age as well as size!) anyway, i just want to congratulate you on this massive achievement in your life..im sooo very proud of you and i really want you to know this and that i love you loads!! well done sis!!!
and for the rest of you that reads this…i want to tell you siobhan is my youngest sister and she is one hell of a great movitator..she has been helping me mentally and educating me on different foods, as well as advising me on how to physically burn off those calories…i have lost 17lbs to date and when i get down and need help all i have to do is ring my sister siobhan and she tells me then about joey etc….she’s brillant!!
Way to go! What an inspiration and hopefully, Joey, this will get more women to be more bold with sharing their own stories!
Hi Siobhan,
Really inspiring! Even I have started Joey’s program, though off late I have not been able to do it regularly…my problem is my lower body…otherwise m pretty slim…i want to know from you if you were following ULBHTM daily or as per the progression plans. Were you also following the Blow Torch Diet religiously?
Well that’s it..i am off to purchace Joeys program, i have been scamed with stuff in the past BUT have to say Joey’s stood out and i tried some of the free exercises and OMG my legs and butt were burning that’s after just a days session!!! WOW Siobhan you rock and look fantastic…what more proof do i need now? I can’t wait to get that bikini bod i used to have a few years back… its not that i am lazy, its just it seems to have caught up with me now im older and it crept up on me and bit me in the BUTT LOL!
So i’m off…no time to waste…i deserve it!
It’s amazing how a change can happen with the right tools!
I read this at just the right time! As of today, I have made the conscious decision to get in shape and be as healthy as I can…Your story was so inspirational and just the “boost” I needed to stay on track! I feel like I’ve got a long way to go (i weigh 300lbs exactly and I’m 5’6″) but with the right tools, focus, and goals, I really think I can “get there”, keep up the wonderful work!!!
Thanks for sharing your amazing journey with us all, I’m embarking on my own journey with the help of Joey and inspiring people like you. Congratulations on achieving your goal and any future goals..
hi Siobhan’
How long did it take you to lose all that weight? More important have you manged to still keep it off?
thanks
Nasreen
Ohhh wow, am super inspired now !!°!! If you did it, so can I !!!! Thank you so much for sharing
Wow
After reading this I too am inspired. Thank you so much for sharing your incrediable story.
Amazing!! I have just lost 6 pounds on first week and I am inspired to keep going. she looks amazing
Excellent, Patience!
Keep at it and keep us posted!
Joey
Beautiful, Siobhan!! Congratulations!
Thank you for taking the time and sharing the ups and downs of your amazing journey. It is so important to believe in ones’ self and be confident that you are the person in control of the decisions you make. I also found out that there is a big difference between dedication and commitment. The moment I committed myself to my fitness goals, all frustration, uncertainty, doubt and impatience dissipated. It is amazing what the right mindset can do!! Truth is that noone can take what’s yours, and you have crafted a healthy mind and body
Keep it up!!
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thanks for inspiring to move on with my programme!!
Hi Siobhan,
you look fantastic. I have to loose 40lbs. You are an inspiration to all of us.