I am now happy in my body

Lorraine Kelly has claimed that she was not happy with her body until she turned 50 last year.

The TV presenter said that slimming down from a size 14 to a 12 for this year's London Marathon helped her feel "more energetic and confident" about herself.

"I feel much better when I’m this size, it's lovely to be able to go to a shop and buy a size 12," she told Closer magazine.

"I feel more energetic and confident. It's taken me until the age of 50 to feel really happy in my body, which is extraordinary when you think about it. I'm never going to be über-thin, it's not how I'm meant to be, but I feel good the size I am."

Kelly admitted that remaining in shape would be a "challenge", but claimed that the support of her husband Steve Smith and daughter Rosie would be crucial.

"I'm more organised about what I eat now. I'll always have a banana in my bag and I plan my meals properly," she said. "I've cut down on sweets, too. I'm not banning them, but I'll have more fruit around and I make sure that Rosie, has a plate of fruit to snack on instead of crisps and

Lorraine Kelly dresses as Lady GaGa

GMTV's Lorraine Kelly has dressed up as Lady GaGa for a New magazine shoot.

The presenter, who previously had the Fame Monster star as a guest on the programme, claimed that the "world would be a better place" if everyone dressed like her.

She told the publication: "I love the GaGa! She came onto GMTV and had lace Minnie Mouse ears on and not much else.

"She was great. I love someone that just has fun and takes things to the extreme. She appeals to everyone and is so inspiring."

Kelly added of her continuing stint on breakfast TV: "I honestly think I've got the best job in TV. I get to see movies before they're out, interview stars, talk about big issues of the day - everything.

"As long as everyone still enjoys watching, I'll carry on. I know it will all come to an end at some stage."