FORMER Strictly Come Dancing star Susan Calman has stunned fans after showing off her 2.5 stone weight loss. Comedian Susan , 49, took to Instagram to reveal the transformation and told followers what sparked the decision.

3 Susan stunned fans with her 2.5 stone weight loss Credit: Instagram 3 The presenter also shared a 'before' photo Credit: Instagram 3 Susan took part in the 2017 series of Strictly and made it to week 10 Credit: BBC Explaining that concerns about her health prompted her to lose weight, Susan said: "It’s been seven months since I decided to change my life. I started training with @redefinept (the best motivator I’ve ever met), making better choices with food and moving more.

"My health was in a precarious position and needed to do something about it to stay healthy. I’ve lost over 35 pounds but more importantly I’m stronger and fitter than I’ve ever been." And Susan confessed getting fit has had a positive impact on her mental health.

She continued: "t’s a real struggle sometimes, and requires far more mental strength than anything else. "As someone who has struggled with anxiety and depression my whole life I can honestly say that it’s helping me. A lot.

" TV presenter Susan also revealed why she was posting about the transformation, adding: "I’m not posting this to boast. "Someone asked me recently if I was unwell because I’d lost so much weight so I wanted to clear that up." Fans rushed to comment, with one writing: "Wow you look amazing.