Welcome from our Founder

Robert Price | Last update: 30th April 2025

I reckon I’m pretty normal. I’ve spent most of my adult life trying to get on top of what I’ve always called my “genetic plumpness”, fuelled by a fair bit of comfort eating along the way.

There’ve been times I’ve felt OK in my own skin, and I’ve done my best to stay active – though work and life often had other ideas. But as I’ve got older and my metabolism’s slowed down, it’s only got harder.

I had knee replacement surgery last year, and being stuck on the sofa gave me plenty of time to think about how I was going to tackle my weight – and health issues like high blood pressure. The news was full of chatter about these new prescription-only GLP-1 weight loss drugs (still is!). But most of the coverage was either terrifying (all about the side effects), obsessed with celebs, calling people cheats, or just totally off the mark.

What I couldn’t find was a proper space to talk to real people. Somewhere with practical, no-nonsense info about this massive change in how people are approaching weight loss. A place to ask questions (however daft), share what’s working, or just read up on real-life experiences in a supportive, non-medical environment. Whether you’re thinking about starting the drugs, already on them, come off them, or just curious – there was nothing out there.

So we built SlimrChat to change that. To be the space I wish I’d had – and to help others on the same journey.

I’m still on that journey myself. I’ve been on Mounjaro for 7 months now. I’ve lost around 14kg (depending on the day!), and while I’ve got more to go, the advice I’ve picked up has made a huge difference. Side effects like feeling cold, a bit of nausea, and sore skin have eased. I’ve been cooking nearly all my meals from scratch and exercising at home – but I still need help, encouragement and the odd tip now and again.

So, welcome! I really hope you find SlimrChat useful, supportive and a good place to be. Jump in, have a look around, and don’t be shy. And if you’ve got feedback or ideas, drop me a line here.