{"id":2779,"date":"2024-09-25T15:19:26","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T14:19:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/slimmingworld.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=2779"},"modified":"2024-09-25T15:20:27","modified_gmt":"2024-09-25T14:20:27","slug":"discover-7-simple-slimming-strategies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/discover-7-simple-slimming-strategies\/","title":{"rendered":"7 fresh-start slimming strategies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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 \u2013 we\u2019re here to help with our simple strategies&#8230;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/group-or-online-membership\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/generic-CTA-join-group-Red-23.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6905\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcda<strong>\u2018Back to school\u2019 slimming tips<\/strong> \ud83d\udcda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udca1Refocus  <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Seaside trips, beer garden tipples, a stash of snacks for the kids&#8230; there are lots of reasons why your slimming may have been impacted this summer. Now\u2019s a great time to wipe the slate clean! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/group-or-online-membership\">When you join Slimming World<\/a> you&#8217;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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/sas\">More for members: The SAS log is a fantastic tool for identifying anything that could be stopping you from getting the weight loss that you&#8217;d love.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcdd <strong>Make a plan <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you have fun activities taking you out and about, or a house full of family and friends, it can feel like there&#8217;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\u2019d 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 \u2013 you can enjoy all your favourite foods while following our <a href=\"http:\/\/slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/the-science-behind-food-optimising\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1554\">flexible Food Optimising plan<\/a> and still lose weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>More for members: Every new Slimming World member gets a six-week menu planner in their new member pack \u2013 and lots of tips how to fill it to get their weight loss journey off to an incredible start.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83c\udf72 Batch cook<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>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<a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/group-or-online-membership\"> <\/a>World members have access to more than 1,900 recipes online, including lots of family favourites, and so you\u2019ll never be short of inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/batch-cooking-recipes\">More for members: You&#8217;ll find tried-and-tested batch-cooking recipes on the member website<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/slimmingworldkitchen.co.uk\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"124\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/SWKitchen-Small-CTA-Opt2.jpg\" alt=\"Slimming World Kitchen - From our kitchen to yours\" class=\"wp-image-8817\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> \ud83d\udeb4 Discover new ways to get active <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Exercise is often the first thing to fall off our to-do list when we\u2019re busy. Now\u2019s a great time to think about where activity might fit into your normal daily routine \u2013 whether that\u2019s leaving the car at home for the school run, a lunchtime walk or an at-home workout while the house is empty.&nbsp;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&#8217;ll enjoy \u2013 as we know that this is the key to making it a habit you&#8217;ll want to stick to!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/activity-videos\/featured\">More for members: Our on-demand activity videos are perfect for popping on at home<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcd5 Keep a food diary <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re 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. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/nearest-group-search\">Your Slimming World Consultant<\/a> can tell you more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\ude0c Soak up support <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reconnect with the people who help you on your weight loss journey. Whether you&#8217;re a brand-new Slimming World member, or you&#8217;re rejoining after some time away, you&#8217;ll always find a warm welcome waiting in your local group. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For members of our digital-only service, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/what-happens-online\">Slimming World Online<\/a>, we have our friendly Community where you can meet like-minded slimmers from your computer, tablet or smartphone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Surrounding yourself with people who understand your slimming challenges \u2013 and your slimming dreams \u2013 is incredibly uplifting and can be a brilliant source of strength during difficult times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/group-or-online-membership\">Find out more about the two different ways of joining Slimming World here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2615 Enjoy the peace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Can you hear that? A quiet house at last! 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