We are thrilled to share that two of our inspiring clients, Sandra and Frank Buttimer, were recently featured in Echo Live Cork for their incredible achievement: losing a combined total of 23 stone through their journey with Motivation Weight Management.
Their story is a powerful reminder of how real, lasting transformation happens when the focus shifts beyond dieting to address habits, mindset, and emotional triggers.
Frank Buttimer before his weight loss
Sandra Buttimer before her weight loss
A Shared Journey Towards Health and Wellbeing
Sandra first decided to join the Motivation Weight Management clinic in Cork when preparing for her sister’s wedding. Realising the power of tackling the journey together, she encouraged her husband, Frank, to join her — and together, they committed to supporting each other every step of the way.
Their story highlights just how crucial accountability and support can be when making lasting lifestyle changes.
More Than Just Weight Loss: Rebuilding Healthy Habits
For Sandra, the struggles with weight began early, with habits like weekend baking and emotional eating patterns deeply ingrained from a young age. Through the Motivation Program, she learned how to identify and change the behaviors that were holding her back — skills that have been critical to her long-term success.
Incorporating daily walks and, later, structured gym workouts helped Sandra and Frank maintain their progress, even through life changes like menopause.
Life-Changing Health Improvements
The couple’s success with Motivation has gone far beyond the scales. Sandra no longer requires medication for her previous health concerns, including high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol — a powerful testament to how lifestyle changes can dramatically improve overall health and wellbeing.
Motivation’s Holistic Approach: Insights from Our Area Manager, Carla Connolly
As Motivation’s Area Manager, Carla Connolly explained in the Echo Live feature, true weight loss success comes from addressing the “Mental Weight” — the underlying emotional drivers like stress, boredom, or guilt that lead to unhealthy eating patterns.
The Motivation team, Carla Connolly, Elibhe Heaphy, Audrey Forde, and Deirdre McGuirk
Carla also shared her opinion on the role of weight loss injections, stating that while they can offer support to certain individuals, they should be used alongside behavior change programs to ensure long-term success. Motivation’s unique approach focuses on changing mindset, habits, and emotional responses, creating sustainable results without relying solely on quick fixes.
Celebrating Real Stories of Change
Sandra and Frank’s journey is just one example of the life-changing results possible with Motivation’s behavior-focused approach to weight management. Their inspiring story shows that with the right support, guidance, and mindset shift, lasting weight loss and better health are absolutely achievable.
Read the full article on Echo Live here.
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