Across the country, MAN v FAT members are taking positive steps to improve their lives in the program.
During 2025, our community has lost approximately 150,000 pounds, in addition to newcomers in both rugby and soccer.
And in Milton Keynes, Anthony Brooks has made huge progress since joining the league there, recently achieving a 30% weight loss.
He told us: “I joined MAN v FAT after seeing it advertised on social media. I have always struggled with weight and over the past 10 years I have gradually gained weight until I reached my heaviest weight. I have two young children and I think it is time to make a positive change.
“I love football and help coach my son’s team and I was very aware that my weight was an issue. Once I joined MAN v FAT, I started losing weight, driven by helping the team win and personal goals as well.”
It’s fair to say Anthony made a big impression in his time in Milton Keynes and not just on the scales. During his time in the program, he won the Clubman Award, played in the national championship and swept the board with his teammates.
“I’ve been able to win leagues, championships, senior championships and win cups. I’ve also won the Clubman Award, which is a great honor to be rewarded for my efforts in MAN v FAT. I’ve also played in the National Championship and the Kent Cup, and I never thought I’d be fit enough to do that.”
The latest milestone of 30% was achieved with a health check at the start of 2025. Anthony’s new motivation has seen him have a great year and he heads into 2026 in great shape.
“At the beginning of this year, I had a health check and my blood pressure was an issue. This really gave me the extra boost I needed, and then I kept going and lost another 20% of my body weight by making healthy choices and working out every day at the gym.
“Weekly weigh-ins at MAN v FAT keep me in check and greatly help me track my progress, while I have a lot of fun doing it – who doesn’t like playing football with like-minded people?
“The results are amazing and I finished last season a great loser and top scorer. I am now captain for the second time and have a new team as our season has only just started. I have just reached the milestone of 30% weight loss and as I am only 5ft 3, this is a massive weight transformation.
“In short, Man v Fat changed my life. All the players there are great and the football is great. Every Monday I look forward to playing and trying to help the team. I would recommend this to anyone as you get a great coach and like-minded people who want to help each other on and off the pitch.”
“I’ve made great friends for the future and I think MAN v FAT has changed the way I look at exercise and diet and set me up in a good way for my future – it doesn’t mean I’ve stopped as I will continue to be healthier!”
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