{"id":2960,"date":"2021-04-28T11:56:26","date_gmt":"2021-04-28T10:56:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slimmingworld.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=2960"},"modified":"2021-12-01T15:49:37","modified_gmt":"2021-12-01T15:49:37","slug":"5-ways-to-boost-motivation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/5-ways-to-boost-motivation\/","title":{"rendered":"5 ways to boost motivation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We all experience times when we feel like we\u2019ve lost a little of the determination that started us on our weight loss journey. With a deep understanding of the psychology of slimming and 51 years\u2019 experience supporting our members through their low moments, we\u2019re here whenever you need a helping hand to kick-start your slimming oomph.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/nearest-group-search\">local Slimming World group<\/a>, you\u2019ll find all the help and inspiration you need to overcome any barriers and relight your weight loss fire, including practical tools&nbsp; \u2013 like the food diary in Consultant Vicky\u2019s(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/slimmingworldvickygalvin\/\">@slimmingworldvickygalvin<\/a>) photo above&nbsp; \u2013 and science-based strategies to supercharge your results on the scales. Here are five ways in which our members have boosted their waning willpower to get back into a positive slimming state of mind\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Go back to your books<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every <a href=\"https:\/\/slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/discover-the-slimming-world-package\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2518\">Slimming World group member<\/a> receives a pack of books explaining our flexible, easy-to-follow <a href=\"https:\/\/slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/the-science-behind-food-optimising\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1554\">Food Optimising eating plan<\/a>, our <a href=\"https:\/\/slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/what-is-body-magic\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"512\">Body Magic activity programme<\/a> and the support you can expect in group \u2013 plus a handy \u2018getting started\u2019 guide and diary to help you have an amazing first six weeks. These books are a treasure trove of tips and tools to help you get back onto the right slimming track!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"394\" src=\"http:\/\/slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Amy-Motivation-SlimmingworldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"Slimming World books \" class=\"wp-image-2962\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow member Amy\u2019s (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thequirkymushroomkitchen\/\">@thequirkymushroomkitchen<\/a>) lead and go back to your books, and we guarantee you\u2019ll discover something new!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/discover-the-slimming-world-package\/\">MORE ON THE BLOG: Discover what&#8217;s included in a Slimming World membership<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fill your freezer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of our members find that planning and preparation are key to keeping them slimming successfully, and having a stash of pre-prepared healthy meals can be a lifesaver on those days when we\u2019re busy, tired or just really can\u2019t be bothered to cook.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"339\" src=\"http:\/\/slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Masie-Motivation-SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"Slimming World lunches prepared for the week\" class=\"wp-image-2964\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Our member Maisie (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/maisie_success_story\/\">@maisie_success_story<\/a>) makes her lunches in advance for the week, which is a great way to make sure you\u2019ve got something slimming-friendly to hand, even when your motivation may be low.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/tag\/slimming-world-lunches\/\">MORE ON THE BLOG: Tuck into lots more lunch ideas here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tool up<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/group-or-online-membership\">join Slimming World<\/a>, we\u2019ll give you all the tools you need to achieve your weight loss goals. That includes the personalised support of a fully trained Consultant, who will give you the know-how and power to form new healthy habits for life. You\u2019ll also have access to an online weight loss planner and hundreds of helpful articles on our members-only website. Whatever obstacle you find yourself up against, we\u2019ve got something in our tool kit to help you overcome it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Slimming World member Jessica (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jessica.kate_sw\/\">@jessica.kate_sw<\/a>) recently kick-started her Slimming World journey, saying, \u201cMy books are out, my lovely Consultant is on hand to give some amazing advice and a For and Against list has been written!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MORE FOR MEMBERS: Learn more about the practical tools we offer in <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/slimming-world-motivational-tool-kit\">The Slimming World motivational toolkit unlocked<\/a><\/em><\/strong> feature on the member website<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Focus on your goal<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our research shows that having an ambitious target increases your chance of success \u2013 in fact, in a study of 24,000 Slimming World members, those who set an ambitious target lost almost twice as much weight in a year as those aiming for a more modest figure. So don\u2019t be afraid to go for exactly what you really want! Whether that\u2019s a weight loss target or a non-scale victory (like feeling healthier, sleeping better or just slipping into that perfect pair of jeans!), we can help you get there.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MORE FOR MEMBERS: Discover six strategies for achieving your biggest, brightest weight loss dreams in our <a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/slimming-motivation\"><strong><em>What\u2019s your slimming motivation?<\/em><\/strong> <\/a>feature on the exclusive member website<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Let go of guilt<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not many slimming pathways are completely smooth! It\u2019s normal to hit bumps along the way, and feeling bad about them can lead to a negative cycle which could damage your progress long term. When you have a slimming slip-up (which we all do from time to time), we\u2019re here to help get you back into a positive place and making those choices that will leave you feeling great.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Emma (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/elfy_eating\/\">@elfyeating<\/a>) is feeling fantastic after her first official weigh-in on the Slimming World scales, saying, \u201cI found slimming so tough during lockdown and used it as an excuse to treat myself a bit too often with food and alcohol. Still, there\u2019s a light at the end of that tunnel and it felt so good to be back in the old Saturday morning routine!\u201d&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MORE FOR MEMBERS: Slimming World members will find extra tips and more in-depth help in our <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/10-ways-to-boost-motivation\">10 ways to boost your motivation<\/a><\/em><\/strong> article on the exclusive member website<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/\">Learn more about joining Slimming World here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you feel like you\u2019re going through a slimming slump? 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