Whether it\u2019s a gain you didn\u2019t expect or your weight loss has just completely stalled, slimming setbacks can be disheartening. Every weight loss journey has bumps in the road, though \u2013 it\u2019s completely normal \u2013 and at Slimming World, you\u2019re in the best place to get support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your weight loss has veered off course, you can dig into your motivational tool kit \u2013 packed with expert strategies and techniques \u2013 to help you get back on the road to slimming success. Our unique box of tools includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- food diaries \u2013 filling one of these in can help you refocus your Food Optimising habits<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- the SAS log \u2013 this can help you uncover those unconscious habits that could be stopping your weight loss <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- the For and Against list \u2013 a helpful tool for overcoming the psychological and emotional barriers we all face when losing weight<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- visualisation \u2013 this powerful technique helps you break old habits and put healthy new ones into practice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nTapping into the power of Slimming World\u2019s motivational tool kit has helped Fraser Walker overcome every slimming hurdle he\u2019s faced and lose more than 2st 7lbs. He says:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cVisualisation has been one of the most powerful tools for me, and I\u2019ve used it throughout my journey. Whenever I\u2019m struggling, I picture myself picking up my target award and think about how amazing I\u2019ll feel. It really helps to make me feel motivated again.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More for members: Discover the complete set of techniques we use to help you through challenging times in our <\/strong>The Slimming World motivational tool kit \u2013 unlocked<\/em><\/strong><\/a> <\/em>article<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Weigh in every week<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There\u2019s something magically motivating about stepping onto the Slimming World scales. It\u2019s not because they have superpowers (that we know of\u2026) \u2013 it\u2019s because they unlock the power of our support system that is vital to maintaining motivation in the long term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whatever you see on the scales, we\u2019re here to give you praise or kind words \u2013 and help you come up with a personalised plan for the week ahead, to make sure you get the loss you\u2019d love at your next weigh-in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read more: Discover how lorry driver Jason fits Food Optimising into his ‘on the road’ lifestyle \u2013 and has now lost 12st!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Talk yourself up<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Do you ever use negative or upsetting words when you\u2019re talking about yourself or your weight? While you might think you\u2019re giving yourself a good talking to, a Slimming World study found that shaming yourself damages your motivation by sending you into a spiral of self-criticism. Bring the love back into your self talk, by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- avoiding humiliating words when talking about yourself<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- compiling a list of all your favourite things about yourself<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- treating yourself with kindness, understanding and compassion, like you would a friend<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- boosting your self-esteem with our active lifestyle programme \u2013 by feeling stronger, fitter and enjoying a sense of accomplishment because you’ve achieved a certain goal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
It can also help to surround yourself with kind, supportive people who will fill you with self-belief. You\u2019ll find exactly that here at Slimming World (along with expert guidance to help you tackle the deep-seated beliefs you have about yourself), which is why 91% of our members say that going to group helps them feel more positive about themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More for members: Join presenters Anna and Clare as they explore what self-compassion really means for your weight loss in this <\/strong>exclusive member podcast<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tap into your deepest desires<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Improved health. Greater confidence. Being a great role model for our kids… We all have deeply personal reasons for wanting to lose weight, and keeping those core values in mind can motivate us to stick with our journeys, even when things might not be going so well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To find your \u2018why\u2019, write down all the reasons you can think of for wanting to lose weight. Does one stick out as feeling truly personal or important to you? A-ha, that\u2019s your reason!<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nAfter losing 5st with Slimming World, Brodie discovered a love of running, which she describes as her ‘mind space’. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
More for members: Our <\/strong>For and Against list<\/strong><\/a> is specifically designed to help you connect with your deepest motivations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dream big<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Setting a goal can increase your chances of success and our study<\/a> of 24,000 Slimming World members showed that those who set ambitious target weights lost far more than those who aimed to lose a more modest 5-10% of their body weight. Once you\u2019ve decided on your main aim, splitting it down into smaller \u2018micro goals\u2019 will keep you motivated along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nOur member Harriet slimmed all the way to a 21st 7lb weight loss and has now become a Slimming World group Consultant<\/a> to help others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read more: From 33st 3lbs to 11st 10lbs, Harriet shares her incredible story here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Have an incentive<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Reaching your target is always an incredible feeling, however there’s no need to wait to celebrate with Slimming World. Little rewards for weight loss, such as a new outfit or gadget, can really fuel motivation. Some members even like to add money to a jar for every pound they lose! It\u2019s about making the journey rewarding, too.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nCharley fits her weight loss around her busy lifestyle, and thanks to the support of her local group, she\u2019s lost 1st 13 lbs \u2013 and has a set of colourful certificates to celebrate!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Real results for everyone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Would you love to lose weight without ever going hungry? Go along to your local Slimming World group<\/a>, or join our digital service, Slimming World Online<\/a>, and discover how you can eat tasty, filling, real food that fits in with your life \u2013 and get real results that last! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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