X Factor's Stevi Ritchie has candidly shared his weight loss journey, revealing he's shed an impressive four stone. The 44 year old, who shot to fame on the 11th series of the talent show in 2014, confessed in 2023 that he now feels he has a "lovely body now" after previously feeling "hideous" about his weight, reports OK!.
Stevi, who regularly posts gym updates for his nearly 30K Instagram followers, stated earlier this year: "It's important to try and keep in good shape," as he proudly showed off his chiselled abs. Speaking to The Sun, Stevi revealed: "I've had a four stone loss at 42 years old, so I've got my abs now which is great," before admitting he "never" thought he could achieve it.
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Instagram/Stevi Ritchie)"I came off an Easter panto and I looked in the mirror and thought 'I don't like that.' I thought I looked really overweight and hideous," he told the outlet. He then explained how hiring an online personal trainer helped him lose the weight.
Seeing his defined abs and biceps has further motivated him to maintain his new routine and newfound confidence. Singer Stevi, who also made it to the final of Celebrity Big Brother in 2015, joked about wanting to "be a stripper" now that he's got abs – suggesting Magic Mike would be perfect for him.
The star has been open about his weight loss journey, sharing transformation photos on his Instagram feed in September last year.
Stevi Ritchie has taken to social media to share his inspiring weight loss journey, revealing a staggering four stone drop. "I refuse to live in a world of 'what ifs' the moment I get a what if in my head the very next moment I do my best to make that what if disappear. I've always struggled up and down with my weight," he began his heartfelt post.
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Instagram/Stevi Ritchie)Stevi went on: "I've been on a 4 month body transformation by the amazing @lewiswelshfitness. Left is me at 98kgs the right is me right now at 73kgs 4 stone lost and I've got into the best shape of my life at 41 years old." "Has it been easy? No not in the least. A lot of sacrifices with my loved ones and its been hard work but it's been one hell of a fucking journey of which I'm proud of and busted my arse in the Gym."
"Anyone can do it if you put your mind to it and be consistent. Many thanks to @lewiswelshfitness. My fitness journey complete."
Fans were quick to flood the comments with praise, as one admirer said: "well done, always hard to start. First time at the gym tomorrow so we all have to start somewhere! Where done Stevi! Hard work pays! " Another supporter commented: "Shows great discipline @thesteviritchie well done! ," accompanied by two clapping hands emojis, while another added: "Well done @thesteviritchie you look amazing. What a massive loss wow well done xxxx," followed by four clapping hands emojis.
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