SELFLESS slimmers from Kidderminster piled on the monetary pounds to raise more than £700 for Cancer Research UK.

Members of Slimming World groups took part in the 5k walk on August 17 to raise the cash as well as highlight the links between keeping a healthy weight and reducing the risk of cancer.

The event was organised by Slimming World team developer for the area and weight loss consultant Claire Wier.

She said: “We had ideal weather conditions for our walk and in true Slimming World-style our members, their friends and families were out in force to support each other.

“They showed just what can be done when we come together – both in terms of achieving something amazing and raising money for a great cause too.

“I’m so proud of all of our members who set themselves the challenge of completing this walk.

“At Slimming World, we help our members find enjoyable ways of getting more active and encourage them to increase their activity levels step-by-step, until it becomes part of their daily routine.

“We learn that getting more active doesn’t have to be joining the gym or running marathons. It can be walking the kids to school, doing the gardening, hitting the dancefloor - anything that raises the heart rate a little counts.

“I’m sure our members will inspire more people to get active and improve their health, while also helping raising awareness of the links between obesity and cancer.

“The money raised will go towards an amazing cause – one our members feel very passionate about – helping to support Cancer Research UK’s life-saving research.”

People can find out more about Slimming World groups in the area by contacting Claire on 07980 434554 or at slimmingworld.co.uk.