MAN v FAT Rugby’s successes have seen males on the programme now lose over 4,000kgs in weight and make numerous well being enhancements throughout their time with us.
Our membership in Cheltenham has contributed practically 400kgs of that complete and one man who has benefitted from his time with MAN v FAT in Gloucestershire is Ben Cambridge.
Ben not too long ago hit his wholesome BMI Boss standing, one of many first males to attain that since issues bought underway on the finish of 2024.
We caught up with Ben to seek out out extra about his successes and why MAN v FAT has labored for him.
1) Inform us a bit extra about you – what you do in life, your curiosity in rugby and sport usually
My title is Ben Cambridge and I’m 51 years outdated and by day I’m a Funeral Director – that usually makes the room go silent or everybody asks about 100 questions referring to the job…
I’ve performed rugby on and off from aged 8 and possibly retired correctly after I had my children about 15 years in the past – though MAN v FAT has definitely bought the juices flowing once more for a vets sport or two. I additionally play cricket nonetheless regionally in Gloucester and for Gloucestershire Seniors Over 50s – so do attempt to keep lively although the years and put on and tear is slowly catching up!
2) What was it that made you need to be part of MAN v FAT within the first place? Have you ever tried to shed pounds in different methods previously?
I noticed the advert go MAN v FAT on Fb because it popped up after I used to be in all probability being listened to while chatting to my buddy who attends MAN v FAT up in Leeds. While I wasn’t vastly chubby, I may have performed with dropping a stone or two and while not likely a eating regimen particular person I had tried the fitness center and the standard fads, however I discovered that I misplaced curiosity after some time.
3) How has the programme and its group helped you to shed pounds?
I’m a bit bit aggressive and have discovered that being a part of a group and having league desk has motivated me to do nicely for the group on and off the pitch as we’re working collectively as a group and individually however are all there for one another and the opposite groups and we do actually really feel like one huge group.
4) What have been one of the best elements of being concerned to this point?
The very best elements have been the load loss clearly, but in addition lacing up the boots and having fun with enjoying rugby once more. Additionally the folks – I’ve met some superior folks and in addition some inspiring ones. Everybody has a unique purpose for being there and a narrative as to why they’re at MAN v FAT.
5) What advantages have you ever felt from dropping the load?
The advantages from weight reduction is definitely confidence in myself and I like having a rib cage! Primarily it’s that I really feel higher in myself, don’t miss a lot of my little treats I used to have and the largest factor is my health has improved vastly.
All in all I can’t advocate MAN v FAT sufficient – it’s a implausible programme that encourages everybody from all walks of life to come back and have in the past at rugby and in addition attempt to make a distinction to their lives.
Need to be part of Ben in MAN v FAT motion?
You possibly can register for MAN v FAT Rugby in Cheltenham or any of our different golf equipment by visiting www.manvfatrugby.com at this time!
