14 January 2021

This time last year, five special people across Wales felt like they needed a big change in their lives.

With television series FFIT Cymru inviting applications from people to be part of series three, Kevin Jones from Ruthin, Ruth Evans from Llanllwni, Elen Rowlands from Ruthin, Rhiannon Harrison from Aberystwyth and Iestyn Owen Hopkins from Caernarfon, all decided to put their names forward.

Less than six months later, and after excelling in the series despite the challenges of lockdown, the five leaders had achieved a stunning transformation.

During the six weeks of the series, they had lost almost 10 stone between them, brought about significant improvements to their health and rediscovered their self-confidence.

And at the beginning of 2021, the programme is looking for people who want to become leaders in series four of FFIT Cymru, which starts in April.

This year, the series has formed a partnership with Disability Wales – the national association of disabled people's organisations in Wales, which strives to achieve the rights and equality of disabled people.

Elin Williams from Disability Wales said: "We are pleased to be able to work with the FFIT Cymru producion team and experts to share a positive message, and to encourage disabled people in Wales to go for it and apply to be a part of the series this year.

"With our guidance, the series will provide physical and emotional support behind the scenes and on camera to all. This is a very exciting opportunity."

If you would like to change direction and start leading a healthier lifestyle with the support of three health experts – what have you got to lose? Go to www.s4c.cymru/ffitcymru to apply today. The closing date for applications is on Sunday 31 January.

Mother-of-three Ruth Evans, one of the stars of series three, said: "FFIT Cymru has helped me in every possible way, a tick in every box. There are no words to describe how glad I am. If I hadn't been part of this programme, I don't know where I would have been by the end of the year.

"I would not have been as healthy as I am now, I would not be feeling as great as I do now, and I would not be smaller in size than I was before. It has been such a pleasure to be on the show.

"I see someone totally different now, someone I had not seen for many years and I'm quite impressed with what I see!"

Lisa Gwilym, FFIT Cymru presenter, said: "FFIT Cymru is here to help the people of Wales feel better about themselves and every year, the programme brings a smile, not only to the five leaders, but to the large number of viewers who are also following the food and fitness plans from home.

"This year, there is another chance for five people to go on this inspirational journey. What have you got to lose?"

To apply to become a FFIT Cymru leader, go to www.s4c.cymru/ffitcymru and click on Apply Now.

If you have any questions, give the FFIT Cymru team a call on 07483904452 or email ffitcymru@cwmnida.tv.