The summer holidays can be a challenging time, and the start of a new term can be great time to rethink your routines and refocus on your weight loss.
Whether you want to go back to basics or you just need an extra boost to get the results that you want on the scales – we’re here to help with our simple strategies…
📚‘Back to school’ slimming tips 📚
💡Refocus
Seaside trips, beer garden tipples, a stash of snacks for the kids… there are lots of reasons why your slimming may have been impacted this summer. Now’s a great time to wipe the slate clean! When you join Slimming World you’ll get the practical advice and support you need to start afresh with Food Optimising, and our unique Motivational Toolkit can help you overcome any obstacles.
📝 Make a plan
When you have fun activities taking you out and about, or a house full of family and friends, it can feel like there’s less time for planning meals in advance. Make the most of a quieter house and set yourself up for a great week by taking half an hour to think about what you’d like to eat, then make a shopping list to help you stay on track at the supermarket. The great news is that nothing is banned at Slimming World – you can enjoy all your favourite foods while following our flexible Food Optimising plan and still lose weight.
More for members: Every new Slimming World member gets a six-week menu planner in their new member pack – and lots of tips how to fill it to get their weight loss journey off to an incredible start.
🍲 Batch cook
Getting ahead with meal prep can ease that after-school and after-work rush, freeing up some quality time and making space for the dreaded homework supervision! Slimming World members have access to more than 1,900 recipes online, including lots of family favourites, and so you’ll never be short of inspiration.
More for members: You’ll find tried-and-tested batch-cooking recipes on the member website
🚴 Discover new ways to get active
Exercise is often the first thing to fall off our to-do list when we’re busy. Now’s a great time to think about where activity might fit into your normal daily routine – whether that’s leaving the car at home for the school run, a lunchtime walk or an at-home workout while the house is empty. Our unique Body Magic activity support programme will encourage you to get moving at your own pace, in a way that fits in with your lifestyle and in a way that you’ll enjoy – as we know that this is the key to making it a habit you’ll want to stick to!
More for members: Our on-demand activity videos are perfect for popping on at home
📕 Keep a food diary
When you’re not getting the results that you want, filling in a detailed food diary for a week could help you to spot any sneaky weight loss saboteurs. With our expert help, you can then look at the best Slimming World strategies and tools to get you back on the path to slimming success. Your Slimming World Consultant can tell you more.
😌 Soak up support
Reconnect with the people who help you on your weight loss journey. Whether you’re a brand-new Slimming World member, or you’re rejoining after some time away, you’ll always find a warm welcome waiting in your local group.
For members of our digital-only service, Slimming World Online, we have our friendly Community where you can meet like-minded slimmers from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
Surrounding yourself with people who understand your slimming challenges – and your slimming dreams – is incredibly uplifting and can be a brilliant source of strength during difficult times.
Find out more about the two different ways of joining Slimming World here.
☕ Enjoy the peace
Can you hear that? A quiet house at last! Grab a cuppa and have a browse of our real-life member stories for an extra boost of inspiration.