Donna Lost 50kg And A Gained A Whole New Life

Donna’s journey is one of strength, resilience, and proof that it’s never too late to change your life. 

Like many women, Donna had struggled with her weight after her first pregnancy, but everything became much harder after experiencing unimaginable loss. Donna lost both of her parents within just 10 days of each other. As grief took hold, her health and weight began to spiral. Donna suffered a mini stroke. That was the wake-up call she couldn’t ignore. With two beautiful daughters depending on her, Donna knew it was time to take back control of her health and give herself the best possible chance at a long and happy life. 

Not just for herself, but for her family. 

Donna didn’t begin with the goal of being perfect. She began with the goal of being consistent. 

She committed to a routine that felt realistic and sustainable, using two Lady Shakes per day, along with a healthy dinner and snacks in between. Donna loved having her shakes for breakfast and lunch, especially because those were the meals she used to skip most often. 

By creating structure in her day, Donna was able to stay on track and build healthy habits that lasted. Her go-to flavours at the start were Vanilla and Chocolate, and she often enjoyed Vanilla with a shot of coffee. These days, Donna’s absolute favourite is the Espresso GO, which has become her top pick. 

To stay stocked up, Donna loved the value of the Buy 3 Get 1 Free deal, which allowed her to save money and purchase shakes for both herself and her husband. She also enjoys grabbing Lady Shake Bars when they’re on special, calling them the perfect convenient option when life gets busy.

From November 2022 to today, Donna’s results have been nothing short of incredible. 

Through consistency, commitment, and lifestyle change, Donna has now officially lost 50kg. But her transformation hasn’t just been about weight loss, it’s been about gaining her life back. 

From Walking to Half Marathons

When Donna first started moving her body, she began slowly. Walking became her first step forward, and she had a friend who helped keep her accountable by turning up three nights a week so Donna couldn’t talk herself out of it. 

That small support system made a big difference. 

Over time, Donna’s fitness grew, her confidence built, and her mindset shifted. Walking turned into running and now Donna has achieved something she once may never have imagined possible. 

She has completed a half marathon, with two full marathons planned for next year. One of Donna’s proudest moments was finishing her half marathon while being cheered on by her family. Her eldest daughter and friend watched her cross the finish line, while her husband and younger daughter tracked her run online, supporting her every step of the way. 

The Non-Scale Wins That Changed Everything 

Donna’s journey has been filled with so many non-scale wins, and they’ve meant just as much as the number on the scales. From fitting into smaller clothes, to shopping in stores she never used to be able to shop in, Donna experienced the excitement of trying on outfits she never believed would fit and having them actually fit. 

She even got to completely redo her wardrobe, something she once thought might never happen. And along the way, Donna has inspired the people around her too. Friends and family have watched her transformation and felt motivated to begin their own journeys, which Donna says has been an amazing feeling. 

Donna’s Best Advice 

Donna’s biggest takeaway from her journey is simple but powerful: 

This isn’t a diet, it’s a lifestyle change. 

She believes it’s okay to have setbacks, and that progress isn’t ruined by one bad meal, one bad day, or even one bad week. The key is to keep going, reflect on what happened, learn from it, and move forward without guilt. That mindset has helped Donna stay consistent and keep achieving goals she once thought were out of reach.  

A New Chapter 

Today, Donna feels proud and she has every reason to. After everything she has been through, she has taken control of her health, transformed her lifestyle, and achieved an incredible 50kg weight loss. She is stronger, fitter, and more confident than ever, and she’s proving not only to herself, but also to her daughters, that anything is possible when you commit to change. 

Donna’s story is more than a weight loss story. It’s a story of resilience, strength, and choosing to keep going even when life gets hard. 

And the best part? Donna is only just getting started.