Each month, we nominate the achievements of one of our members who is chosen to be that month's Calendar Girl. Their success is celebrated in the club where their story is proudly displayed on our Wall of Fame for all to see.

Being chosen as a Calendar Girl carries great kudos within the club and shows what great result can be achieved by joining Curves.

Miss September -Doreen Jones Joined 23rd Sep 2010

Lost 2 stone 18.5 in 2% b.f. Size 18/20 >14

saw the signs for Curves when passing.  My husband and I gave up smoking and put on 2 stone.  I was not happy and was determined to get back to what I was so I joined up.  It’s a very friendly atmosphere and I’ve met and liked a lot of  members.  All the staff are very nice, the workout is really worthwhile and you do feel the difference after  a short while.  I would certainly recommend it to other women.  I feel more flexible and much happier in myself.  I’m pleased with what I’ve achieved – lost the 2 stone again and dropped 3 dress sizes!  I can do things now that I couldn’t do before; I don’t get out of breath much anymore;  I can do more walking and more body movements.

I would like to thank all the staff and the management for all the help they’ve given me.

Doreen is our overall No. 32 Top Star since we opened 4 years ago and is a great testimony for how the Curves workout helps you get back in shape or stay in shape after quitting smoking.  Congratulations on your 2 stone Doreen – keep up the good work!

Tina Apps, Emma Brodin, Ina Stoner

Tina Apps Joined 1st Oct 2010

Lost 2 st, 2 lb

32.25 in, 6.9% b.f.

Size 14/16 -> 12

My Mum, Ina  told me about Curves so I joined to get fit and lose weight.  The Curves workout is “short and sweet “ and fits easily into my working day. It’s only 30 mins which I find more motivating. You don’t have to think about it because it’s organised in a circuit and just by going round you automatically work every muscle.  I feel fitter,  more toned, I’ve lost weight and I’m back into Size 12 clothes. I noticed on holiday that I was much less out of breath walking and swimming and had a lot more stamina so my heart and cardio condition has obviously improved!

Emma Brodin Joined 15th Apr 2011

Lost 3.2 lb, 5 in,

1.2% b.f. . . So far!

My Nan, Ina,  joined first and told my Mum Tina about Curves, who then encouraged me to join.  I’d just come back from France and needed to get fit, lose weight and tone up for the summer.  I like the workout because it makes you do all the machines, not just the ones you like! It’s not long enough to feel bored or de-motivated.  I do feel healthier and the workout keeps you strong.

Ina Stoner  Joined 4th Jun 2010

Lost 4.6 lb, 11.50 in

3.1% b.f.

I heard about Curves from Laraine  Petworth  - cos I do cakes as well.  She told me it keeps you fit and keeps everything ticking over.  The girls and  the members  are so nice.  You can come in any time so it fits in with daily life no matter how busy! I enjoy the workout – the girls keep motivating us and the aerobics is like a double whammy!  Everybody thinks I’m mad being so active at my age but the Curves Workout has put everything back where it should be – I only joined to tone up and keep fit but I’ve toned by 11.5 inches!  People say I should slow down but I’d rather do it while I can!  I used to get problems with my knee where it would suddenly give way but I have had no problems at all since I joined Curves!

Miss March 2011 - Debbie Strand

Joined 7th Aug 2009

Debbie is a prime example of how Curves can transform your figure . . . And your life!

I lost weight after a divorce but then it crept back on after I settled down with a new partner. My legs and ankles swelled so much from water retention I had to have medication for the pain.  I couldn’t wear a dress and had to have boots made specially for me.  I’d passed Curves a few times and wondered what went on there – I didn’t do gyms!! 

I had to do something so I took a deep breath and went in. I needn't have worried, the staff were incredible, so friendly, supportive and encouraging and when I saw that the other ladies there were from a whole spectrum of ages, sizes and fitness levels I knew that I had done the right thing and signed up there and then. 

After going to Curves on a regular basis the weight soon started dropping off and the endorphins helped me leave a difficult job and start my own cake-decorating business.  The water retention disappeared and for the first time since my teenage years I have the confidence to wear a skirt again.  It has been years since I looked in a mirror and felt so good about myself!

Lost 1st,13lb 25.75 in 4.6% b.f. Size 20 ->12

Miss December 2010 - Mona Batta

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Joined 26th May 2010

Mona is our overall No.8 Top Loser and has probably lost the most body fat we’ve ever seen!

 Lost 3st,11lb 47 in 13.1% b.f!! Size 18->10

I live near Curves and saw it every day as I walked past.  I was really big and wanted to lose weight and get in shape so I decided to join.

The staff are really friendly and helpful. And I like coming! It’s easy to ask anything anytime.

Everyone says I look beautiful now because I’ve lost so much weight.  I avoided shopping because bigger sizes were not available but now I enjoy shopping.  Next time I go to India I will be nice and slim.  I’ve put pictures on Facebook and they all say how good I look!

I work shifts so it’s difficult to fit it in sometimes.  So I always walk everywhere and do exercise DVDs if I can’t get to Curves.

I was really please when  Fran nominated me to apply  for the Curvette of the Year 2011 competition  in April.

Miss November 2010 - Terri Morgan

Joined 31st March 2010 100+ Workouts

Terri is our No. 9 Top Star overall and Top No. 3 from July 2010 and we’re so proud of her!

I heard about Curves through a colleague at work who wanted to join but not on her own.  I had just had a hysterectomy and wanted to get fit.  I had had enough of being big and Curves was just across the road from work so very convenient – no excuse not to go!

I’ve tried  L.A. Fitness and hated it.  I wasn’t shown how to use the equipment and it was full of “meatheads” and “dollybirds”!

Curves doesn’t feel like a ‘gym’ workout – there’s no chance to get bored on the 30sec interval on the equipment.  It’s a relaxed and informal atmosphere and lots of fun  - I’ve had to stop sometimes ‘cos I’ve been laughing so much!

I’ve thrown away all my big clothes and I have so much confidence now.  I hated clothes shopping before but now I love it  knowing that size 12 will fit me.! I’m so much happier now and I have a fella for the first time in at least 6 years!!

 Lost 2st,10lb 32.5 in 9.3% b.f. Size 22->12

Miss October 2010 - Anne Goulding

Joined 31st July 2007! 500+ Workouts

I saw the opening advert in the newspaper.  The toning tables that I had been doing had just closed and I wanted to do something that didn’t take too long.  The Curves Workout was only 30 minutes so I thought I would give it a go!

At Curves, it’s a good atmosphere, the girls are friendly, I meet people and I really enjoy it.  It’s great when you’re retired – you come when you want and it doesn’t take too long.  It gets you out and sets you up for the day.

I feel better, more energetic and I’ve lost weight. and  2 dress sizes.
I’m really pleased I’ve kept it up and I aim to continue as long as I can so I don’t lose what I’ve achieved and stay healthy in my retirement.

Lost 1st,3lb 14 in 1.6% b.f. Size 16 ->12

Miss September 2010 - Larraine Petworth

Joined 29th July 2008 300+ Workouts

Larraine is our Overall No. 7 Top Star since we opened in July 2007!

I had the ‘Classic Cakes’ shop on the High Street and one of the Curves girls came in to tell me about Curves.  I was in the mood to do something and I was told it only took 30 minutes so I went to have a look.

The music was good, the 30-sec interval was just right and nothing hurt me – so I joined!

The atmosphere is great, the staff talk to you so you feel noticed and acknowledged.  I’m very fit now – I can run up the stairs now instead of being helped up them! I’ve lost 2 stone and feel so much better.  I couldn’t bear to look in the mirror but I’m fine now.  I used to really suffer with my legs, knees and feet.  My granddaughter had to push me up the stairs on my first visit!  I was a size 20 when I joined and I’m now size 14 so I have much more choice of clothes.

Lost 2st,3lb 34.75 in 4.0% b.f. Size 16->10

Miss August 2010 - Sue Downs

Joined 19th March 2009

Sue is our Overall No. 4 Top Star since we opened in July 2007!

I was fed up with my old gym and looking for a new one so when I saw Curves whilst driving past one day I decided to join. 

I was impressed with the speed and effectiveness of the workout at Curves! It used to take me 1 hour at the old gym, it was really boring and I wasn’t getting anywhere. 

At Curves I started seeing results really quickly.  The workout is quick and not boring and the music is uplifting and really helps. The coaches are friendly and helpful - I now find it enjoyable to work out! 

I can wear nice clothes again – including the ones in my wardrobe.  I feel fitter, happier and more confident and I enjoy clothes shopping again.

I’m really pleased I found the Curves workout!

Lost 2st,5lb 39.5 in 8.0% b.f. Size 16->10

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