There’s no better place to get that incredible ‘Slimming World feeling’ than at your local group. It’s where you’ll meet other friendly slimmers, all at different stages of their journeys, and swap recipes ideas, share inspiring stories and celebrate your success on the scales (with shiny awards along the way!). It’s also the place to be when things aren’t going so well and you need help and encouragement – with absolutely no judgement or humiliation.
If you’re thinking about coming along to your local Slimming World group, let our members give you a sneak peek of what to expect when you first walk through those doors…
‘That feeling’ of total support
Joining a Slimming World group means surrounding yourself with support from the very first day of your weight loss journey, and it’s the key to slimming success. Your Consultant, and of course your fellow slimmers, will be cheering you on all the way, whether that means offering a friendly ear to listen when you’re struggling or celebrating your amazing achievements. Just look at how delighted Marian (@marian_sw_williams) was when her member achieved his target weight recently:
She says: “10 weeks! Two stone! TARGET! The powers of Food Optimising, IMAGE Therapy, commitment to change and the support of a beautiful lady at home!”
‘That feeling ’ of discovering delicious new recipes
Because our eating plan is all about filling up on healthy, everyday foods – what we call our fantastic Free Foods – you’ll never be short of inspiration for delicious dinners you’ll love. Our lovely members are full of tasty meal ideas, healthy food swaps and clever cooking tips for when you fancy trying something new or need a boost to help you out of a slimming rut. Jason was sold on Food Optimising as soon as he realised no food was off the menu, including his favourite chicken tikka masala.
He says: “I love chatting with the other members each week about the new family recipes we’ve tried and swapping tips for the week ahead – my slow-cooker chilli and chilli lasagne are famous in my group!”
‘That feeling’ of fantastic friendship
You’ll find everyone you meet in a Slimming World group is really warm and friendly, so don’t be surprised if you quickly gain a whole new bunch of friends. Not only will your new slimming squad cheer you on when you’re doing well, they’ll also offer a friendly ear to listen when you’ve had a challenging week. Our members often tell us that they can’t wait to go to group to see their mates, messaging them during the week and even teaming up for on-plan nights out! Cher (@chersslimmingworldtottenham) and her members combined a trip to the bingo hall with a spot of promotion for her Tottenham Slimming World group.
‘That feeling’ of pure pride
Recognising your achievements is so important, and we believe every slimming success is worth shouting about. You’ll get an award for every half a stone you lose, and each week the person who has lost the most weight will be crowned Slimmer of the Week! We’ll also acknowledge the weight loss boosting activity you’re getting stuck into with our special Body Magic awards. Trust us when we say you’ll be surprised by how great it feels every time you receive a shiny new certificate.
Emma (@slowly_shrinking_blondie) was delighted when she received her 17st award in her Slimming World group:
She says: “Finally got this beaut tonight! Over the flipping moon after a few maintains. I definitely got my happy dance on and had a photo with my lovely Consultant.”
‘That feeling’ of getting in control
When the going gets tough, that’s when you’re Slimming World group really gets behind you. If you’re struggling, your group is a safe place for you to work through slimming solutions with absolutely no judgement or humiliation. We’ll help you spot where you could be sabotaging your slimming, identify triggers to watch out for and the danger zones to avoid to help you get back in the slimming groove.
‘That feeling’ of winning inspiration
There’s nothing more uplifting than seeing the success of real-life slimmers who know exactly what you’re going through. Our competitions give you the chance to celebrate the superstar slimmers in your group who you feel have inspired and motivated you to weight loss success (who knows, you might be a winner yourself!). Jo (@jofirth_sw) was incredibly proud to crown her group’s Mr Sleek and Miss Slinky winners:
She says: “Let me introduce you to our incredible Miss Slinky and Mr Sleek 2019. Becca and Craig have lost over 9st between them! They’re an inspiration to their fellow members each week in group and a huge support to them all.”
Have we inspired you to come along to a Slimming World group? Check out where to find your nearest group (or learn more about joining our friendly online community) and discover that very special ‘Slimming World feeling’ of togetherness for yourself.
FAQs
In group, we'll laugh together, learn together, think deeply together, tackle tricky situations together, and support you on your journey. Afterwards you'll be invited to weigh in and set your dream target – the weight you'd love to be.
What happens at a Slimming World group? ›
Our group support system combines individual attention and group participation in a carefully structured forum. Group discussions range from practical sharing of tips and ideas to a deeper understanding of each individual's danger zones and slimming pitfalls.
What are Slimming World groups like? ›
Slimming World groups offer members support, commitment and accountability – a powerful combination that helps boost happiness, self-esteem and slimming success! Plus, access to our members-only website and app for on-the-go weight loss support.
What do you do on Slimming World? ›
Alongside Food Optimising, Slimming World members are encouraged to get active – something we call Body Magic. It's no secret that an active lifestyle brings lots of benefits (alongside giving weight loss a boost!), so building more movement into your day is a brilliant step towards a happier, healthier you.
How does the Slimming World diet actually work? ›
Free Foods and Syns help our members to develop a healthy balance in their diet – shifting from their old patterns of high energy dense, less-satisfying food choices to eating a higher proportion of low energy dense, satisfying and healthy foods, with the old favourites eaten in greater moderation.
What are the sins in Slimming World? ›
The foods that are least filling and are higher in calories, like biscuits, sweets and alcohol, count as Syns at Slimming World. Enjoying a little of what you fancy — like a piece of chocolate or a glass of wine — means you won't be tempted to go off track.
What happens if you go out of Target at Slimming World? ›
If you do move outside of the 3lb target range, don't worry, it's all part of the journey. You have a free 'grace' week to move back inside your target range – and we do ask that you come along that week or book an absence week, otherwise you'll be asked to pay a commitment back fee when you return.
How to quit Slimming World group? ›
You can still cancel your membership if you need to – here's how: log in to the website, click on your profile picture in the top right of the screen and choose Settings. Then select the Account & Membership option, followed by Membership status. Or you can contact us.
Can I weigh in at a different Slimming World group? ›
Once you're a Slimming World member, you can attend any of our groups.
What is Slimming World success rate? ›
Our research shows that on average members lose around 4% of their body weight in 12 weeks and 8% in 6 months. Member retention is a key measure of successful weight loss. Around 11% of our members are target member attending free of charge to maintain their personally chosen target weight.
No food's off the menu at Slimming World! Anything that hasn't been designated a Slimming World Free Food will either be a Healthy Extra (for essential nutrients) or will have a Syn value (to help you tighten up on those foods that pose the biggest risk to your weight loss).
What is the minimum weight to lose with Slimming World? ›
Slimming World has minimum weights that it will accept for members to join or set as their personal target weight. These correspond with the lowest range of healthy BMI as set out in the membership guide. Slimming World will not offer membership to anyone who doesn't have 7lbs or more to lose.
Are potatoes free on Slimming World? ›
What is Slimming World Free Food? The long list of Slimming World Free Food includes many of the satisfying staples of a healthy diet, including lean meat, fish, eggs, pasta, potatoes, rice, beans, lentils, fruit and veg.
What are the negatives of Slimming World? ›
While the Slimming World diet emphasizes low-fat foods, the carb-heavy approach doesn't work for everyone. The limited food options may leave you feeling restricted, hungry and deprived over time.
Why do people lose so much weight on Slimming World? ›
The Slimming World diet is a flexible eating plan that discourages calorie counting and focuses on healthy foods, occasional indulgences, support through online or in-person meetings, and increased physical activity. Research shows that it may aid weight loss, encourage healthy habits, and improve overall health.
What is the secret to Slimming World success? ›
Follow a flexible plan that fits with your lifestyle
Whether you want to eat well on a budget, find speedy recipes for busy days, dine out while slimming, or enjoy food as a family – or all of the above – we'll help you lose weight in a way that works for you.
What are the basic rules of the Slimming World? ›
Each day you can have:
- As much FREE food as you want. No measuring, weighing or calorie counting.
- A third of each meal should be made up of SPEED food.
- 2 HEALTHY EXTRA A food.
- 1 HEALTHY EXTRA B food.
- Choose between 5-15 SYNS.
Attending your First Group Meeting
The 'bible' contains your food optimising book and membership card. Whilst other members are paying for the group and doing their weekly weigh in your consultant will give you a rundown on how Slimming World works. They will tell you about food optimising and how syn's work.
