Slimming World Food For Thought Podcast

Shoulds & Expectations

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 01:00:07 +0000

Are you beating yourself up because you think you should be further ahead than you are? Whether it’s a dose of comparisonitis or you’re falling victim to setting unrealistic expectations, Anna and Clare share their experiences of how to combat your ‘shoulds’ forever.

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

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Vegan & Plant Based Diets

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 01:00:13 +0000

Curious to know how a vegan can lose weight with Slimming World? We are too.

Clare's signed up to Cancer Research's VegPledge to do the whole of November plant-based. Tons of our listeners have given us tips on where and how to start.

Share your Slimming World vegan-friendly recipes with us on instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast or email us slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Every Mind Matters

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 00:07:44 +0000

Some days we feel blue. Some days we just feel off. And some days we feel lost.

Anna and Clare have both been there, plenty of times.

So in light of Every Mind Matters - Slimming World's new campaign with Public Health England, the gals talk mental health best practices. If you've not tried the Mind Plan Quiz, have a go here: https://www.slimmingworld.co.uk/mentalhealth

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Listeners' Questions October 2019 (Slimming World)

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 00:00:53 +0000

How to pick your target weight, tricks to stop self-sabotage and how to get your head to catch up with your body...

Contains plenty of knicker talk and toilet humour.

Presented by Anna Mangan and Clare Freeman. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Got a question for next month? Email us slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com

What Do You Know?

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 00:00:12 +0000

Our past behaviour predicts our future behaviour… So grab a pen, paper & your Slimming World book, and join Clare looking over the last 11 weeks of our weight loss journey as we look ahead to what our patterns might say about how Christmas 2019 might look like. Get curious, not furious.

Presented by Clare Freeman, produced by ASFB Productions. Email us SlimmingWorldPodcast@gmail.com or Insta us Intagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast

Why Sleep Matters

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:11 +0000

Hit a wall in your weight loss? Struggling with getting enough shut-eye?

Anna and Clare look into the impact a lack of sleep has on us mentally and physically.

Presented by Anna Mangan and Clare Freeman. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Birthdays - yours, ours and Slimming World's!

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 00:00:10 +0000

Happy 50th Birthday Slimming World, plus how to survive a birthday celebration - be it yours or someone else’s! Do you really want your cake? Or are there other ways you could be ‘treating’ yourself besides food?

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Listeners’ Questions September on Slimming World

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 00:00:13 +0000

Nearly target, struggling at target and feeling down as the dark nights descend…There are a few themes around September’s Listeners’ Questions episode. Thanks for all of your contributions, keep sending your thoughts in via slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Boredom Eating, How To Beat It

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 00:00:10 +0000

Sorry if you're a crocheter, Clare still needs convincing on this one... However, there are tons of other tips and tricks from Anna, Clare and our listeners on how to beat boredom eating - with and without a thread and needle.

Send us your questions and comments on email slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com or via Instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Social Media On A Diet: Pros & Cons

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 00:00:05 +0000

Do you struggle with ‘comparisonitis’, or does using social media help keep you on track?

Is it a place you come to learn, or somewhere you find yourself being distracted?

Are the endless photos of food helpful or overwhelming?

Do the before and after photos on your timeline spur you on or leave you feeling like you’ll never be like them?

A few sprinkles of our thoughts about the pros and cons of social media, and plenty of yours.

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

A Milestone & Moment Of Clarity

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 00:00:08 +0000

Warning: This one is raw, unedited and contains lots of tears. Don't listen just yet if you're feeling a bit sensitive!

Anna is a poorly bear & Clare has hit a personal milestone, but it's left her feeling a bit emotional - mostly in disbelief that's she done it.

Share your milestones with us too! Email slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com or on Insta @slimmingworldpodcast

Gains

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 00:00:10 +0000

What to do when the scales go the wrong way - either deserved or unexpected. It happens to us all at some point on our weight loss journey, but it doesn't make it any easier to digest.

Anna and Clare pick apart the pros and cons of a gain during a diet, plus lean on Slimming World podcast listeners' advice as to how they get back on the horse through the ups and the downs of being on plan.

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

YMCA

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:00:10 +0000

No dancing required. Just a pen and a post-it/other type of recyclable piece of paper....

On a tram trip across Manchester, Anna and Clare get deep over their reasons why, what's really motivating them, what they might need to change and why they need to remember the small achievements along their journey - not just aim for the great big whopping one that is their target weight.

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Listeners' Questions on the Slimming World Golden Bus

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 00:00:10 +0000

All aboard! Anna and Clare gatecrash the #SWGolden bus visit in Manchester's Piccadilly Gardens.

This episode is sprinkled with your comments, a peek at a cooking demonstration and not one, but two guest interviews with Slimming World ambassadors - Gemma Bosanko and Damian Murray.

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Send us your questions and comments on Instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast or email slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com

Gluten Free on Slimming World

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 00:00:10 +0000

What is gluten, how to cook without it Slimming World style and why all restaurants are legally obliged to tell you an allergy ingredients.

Plus, Anna gives Clare an insight into consultant training and what the SW HQ offices in Derbyshire are really like... !

Presented by Anna Mangan and Clare Freeman. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Overwhelmed...

Mon, 22 Jul 2019 00:00:16 +0000

Sometimes, it all gets a bit too much. And this week, both Anna and Clare were simply feeling overwhelmed.

So in another glamorous car park location somewhere in Manchester, the gals openly share about what tips them over the edge, what can sometimes scare them about the Slimming World plan and more importantly - how some of you are feeling right now.

Presented by Anna Mangan and Clare Freeman. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Keeping Things Fresh

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 00:00:13 +0000

Try something new everyday. That’s what we’re told will keep ourselves motivated when losing weight…

But how do we shake out of a rut and step into the unknown when frankly it’s easier to stay in our comfort zone and stick with what know has worked so far?

Now in the final stone towards her target, Clare digs out her Slimming World recipe books and challenges herself to cook up something she’s never attempted before. Follow her shopping, cooking and tasting with friends on a Friday night in. Plus, she challenges YOU to grab a pen and piece of paper and think of how you might be able to shake up your food menu…

Presented by Clare Freeman. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Email your recipe and fresh ideas to slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast

Food Diaries: Are they worth the hassle?

Mon, 08 Jul 2019 00:00:15 +0000

Tracking, calorie counting, macros calculations… There are so many ways of logging your food intake - whether losing weight on the Slimming World plan or another route. But does it help or hinder your journey?

Anna and Clare discuss the pros and cons of tracking, when the food diary or weight loss planner can be helpful and when to let it go.

Let us know your thoughts on Instagram @slimmingworldpodcast or email us SlimmingWorldPodcast@gmail.com

Prepping for a Holiday (Slimming World style)

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:08 +0000

How are you approaching your summer holiday? Is it a case of saying bye bye Slimming World altogether, or are you willing to make a few sacrifices to not throw your hard work away?

Finding a new way to override our ‘treat’ mentality is tough. Having come back off a break with dramatic weight gains AND other times a weight loss, Anna and Clare share some of their tips of how they’ve managed to overcome the holiday hangover.

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions. Email us SlimmingWorldPodcast@gmail.com or DM on Instagram.com/SlimmingWorldPodcast

Listeners' Slimming World Questions June 2019

Mon, 24 Jun 2019 06:46:47 +0000

We reveal the things really on your minds, as more of you than ever before reach out with your listeners' questions!

Email us slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com or connect on our Instagram page: @slimmingworldpodcast

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Black Hole Weekend

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 00:00:07 +0000

Anna and Clare go on a park date. Are weekends your downfall? Are you listening on a Monday morning realising you’ve used pretty much all of your syns on Friday and Saturday night, wondering how your gonna make it through till weigh day?

Yeah we’ve all been there. Digging ourselves out of a guilt-ridden hole, attempting to ‘beat the plan’, thinking we can trick food optimising… And then wondering why we’re not getting the weight loss we want.

So what are some of the steps can put in place to make sure you don’t have a blow out come Saturday and Sunday, writing off any of your success?

Next week’s episode is Listeners’ Questions - so drop us a note via Instagram.Com/SlimmingWorldPodcast or email us SlimmingWorldPodcast@gmail.com with your thoughts and ponderings!

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Shredding For A Wedding

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 00:00:32 +0000

Whether you’re a bride, groom, family member or guest - are you doing Slimming World to fit into ‘that’ dress or suit? Tips and tricks on how to prepare for a summer wedding from Anna and Clare. Also includes several slices of cheese about learning to enjoy the journey and how to spark joy by folding your pants...

Embrace Loneliness

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

It’s not just about being single or living on your own, loneliness can also leave us feeling like an outsider as we become the people we want to be, not who we were. From your start point to the end goal, how do you keep your head in the Slimming World game when everything feels so new and unknown? Clare and Anna discuss how being lonely is an inevitable part of growth, how to recognise it, challenge it and embrace the 'new you' - instead of defaulting back to the usual bad habits we’ve always relied upon.

Things we mention during this episode: How To Deal With Loneliness/The Hero’s Journey by Leo at Actualized: youtu.be/uGqlCkuah94 Discover Brightlife Podcast (narrated by Clare), the truth about loneliness with Age Uk Cheshire https://podfollow.com/1378754447

Slimming World Food For Thought Podcast is presented by Anna Mangan and Clare Freeman. Produced by ASFB Productions. We’re on instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast and slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com

Listeners' Questions May 2019 (Slimming World Podcast)

Mon, 27 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Guilt, struggles, off plan vs on plan thinking, getting stuck in expensive dresses in changing rooms, stories of how some of you are meeting other Slimming World podcast listeners and we share more of your non-scale victories!

Send us your questions and thoughts to slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com and @slimmingworldpodcast on Instagram

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

What One Thing Do You Want Right Now?

Mon, 20 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Visualisation. Ever tried it? The biggest barrier we often have to overcome when it comes to weight loss is managing our own mind. So how do we put steps in place to stop our inner chimp for talking us out of achieving what we truly want? Clare admits she’s struggling with picturing herself at target, and Anna explains how visualising situations in advance enables her greater control so she doesn’t turn to default responses when under pressure.

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Eating Out On Slimming World

Mon, 13 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Pubs, restaurants or take outs…how far do those 15 syns go when it comes to eating out and staying on plan? Anna and Clare head to a popular pub chain for their dinner on another Sunday date. They debunk the menu and use the Slimming World snackulator thinking to guesstimate just how many syns some of the most calorific things might be. Prepare for your jaw to hit the floor….

Presented by Anna Mangan and Clare Freeman. Produced by ASFB Productions. Email us slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com and follow at instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast

Extra Easy SP on Slimming World

Mon, 06 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

SP: Love it or hate it? Anna’s sold, Clare’s not so sure.

What exactly is SP and how does it work? If you’re looking for a boost in your weight loss, then the extra easy SP plan on Slimming World might be an option for you. But we notice that some of our podcast listeners seem apprehensive and a little nervous about giving it a go. So which free foods do people get their knickers in a twist over thinking are speed, and why are certain foods not classed as a worthy ‘P’ option?

Presented by Anna Mangan and Clare Freeman. Produced by ASFB Productions. Email us slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com and follow on Instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast

Also can we ask a favour?! Please vote for us at the British Podcast Awards Listeners’ Choice category - voting closes on Wednesday 15th May! britishpodcastawards.com/vote

Get Set For Summer With Slimming World

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 00:00:25 +0000

Does the thought of stripping off when the sun comes out fill you with dread? Panic not, because this year is going to be different. Grab a post-it, your diary & a cup of tea - as we join Anna and Clare laying out a plan for how to get set for summer with Slimming World. Will it be numbers, clothes or just a great feeling that inspires you to reach your next mini milestone? Presented by Anna Mangan & Clare Freeman. Edited by Alix Pickles. Produced by ASFB Productions. Vote for us in the British Podcast Awards Listeners’ Choice category here: BritishPodcastAwards.com/vote

How To Stay The Same & Maintain

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Whether you've reached target or not, sometimes you may want to hit pause on your weight loss journey - just for a breather. If you've been doing this for the long haul, then you'll know it's perfectly normal to fall out of love and back in love with the Slimming World plan now and again.

So if you want to take a bit of time out but not move backwards, what are the tips and tricks you can rely on to ensure your hard work is protected?

Plus Anna explains the new target system - perfect if you're wondering what an earth happens when you do finally reach that magic number - no matter how near or far.

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Edited by Alix Pickles. Produced by ASFB Productions.

(The link to vote our podcast for us in the British Podcast Awards' Listeners' Choice category is here too! Britishpodcastawards.com/vote )

Listeners' Questions April 2019 (Slimming World Podcast)

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Your thoughts, your ponderings and your struggles... We answer some of the questions on our listeners' minds right now. Plus this episode was broadcast live on Instagram, so there's even some instant reaction from a few of you watching from around the world!

You can watch our live broadcast on Instagram for 48 hours instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast

And also, if you're able to vote for us at the British Podcast Awards we'd much appreciate your help BritishPodcastAwards.com/vote

You can always email us too slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com

Let’s Talk About Syns Baby...

Mon, 08 Apr 2019 00:01:28 +0000

Can you really have your cake and eat it when it comes to weight loss? On the Slimming World plan, most of us have 15 syns per day but how are you using yours? Are you measuring them, are you depriving yourself of them or are you guessing them? Often the syns are what we think about first, but Anna puts on her consultant hat and tells us to think free food first, and syns second... Next episode will be another Listeners’ Questions special - send us your comments and queries to slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com or via Instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast

Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan. Edited by Alix Pickles. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Fighting Your Inner Rebel

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000

There’s always an excuse, but there’s always an inspiration too. How are you handling your bad angel? Somedays we can be absolutely on it when it comes to weight loss. And other days any temptation is simply too hot to handle.

But why? And how can we prepare better to keep our inner rebel in check?

This week we hear about Anna’s rebel - Delilah…and my gosh, she’s an absolute bitch! But hey, we’ve all got an inner chimp. So what’s yours saying - and how are you shutting them up as you follow the Slimming World plan?

Follow us on Instagram - Instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast or email us your ponderings ready for our next Listeners’ Questions episode : SlimmingWorldPodcast@gmail.com

Presented by Anna Mangan and Clare Freeman. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Supermarket Sweep

Sun, 24 Mar 2019 21:43:35 +0000

Anna & Clare have £10 to spend in a small supermarket on a Sunday morning...but what will they buy with it? Ready Steady Cook, Challenge Anneka or Supermarket Sweep... whatever you call it ! Try it yourself and send us your photos to @slimmingworldpodcast on Instagram or email slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com

Presented by Anna Mangan & Clare Freeman. Edited by Alix Pickles. Produced by ASFB Productions.

The Power of Protein on Slimming World

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 01:00:00 +0000

Chicken, tuna, tofu or quorn? Which is your go-to protein source? And how much difference does filling up on protein make to your weight loss?

Whether you've dabbled with SP weeks or are sticking to what you know on the Extra Easy plan, why is protein such an important part of our food diet?

Anna and Clare talk through their top five protein sources for meat eaters and vegetarians. Visit instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast to see a photo of Clare's geeky research.

Common sense check: We're not doctors, so always consult your GP for any formal dietary advice. Also we're not formally affiliated to Slimming World, this is our personal experience and recommendations.

Listeners' Questions March 2019

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 01:00:00 +0000

You asked us some more questions, we answered! And there were so many, this became our longest episode yet...

Another apology: this episode contains a terrible welsh impersonation, some coughing and childish references to dogging.

As always, continue to send Anna and Clare your comments and questions on email slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com or via Instagram @slimmingworldpodcast

Love to all our listeners whether rocking the Slimming World plan on your own, online or in group. We believe in you!

Not All Who Wander Are Lost

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 01:00:00 +0000

Everyone talks about before and after, but no one mentions the stuff in-between. Why? Isn't that where all the growth is and lessons are really learnt?

If you feel like you're wavering in your weight loss journey right now, then this could be the antidote you need.

Pop on your trainers, grab your headphones and take a 30 minute walk with Clare as she discusses the importance of loving the journey, not just the destination. Relevant whether you're new to Slimming World, or near target.

Questions and ponderings can be sent to us on slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com or at Insta @slimmingworldpodcast, where you'll also find pictures of Clare's walk too!

Ignore The Numbers

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 01:00:00 +0000

On the weeks when the weight loss doesn't happen, how do you measure your success?

We've all had those moments. Where we've worked our arses off, and the scales don't seem to reflect it. So how do you learn to think big picture and notice all the small things that are great but don't get shiny stickers and certificates at Slimming World?

Whether losing inches, tightening watch straps or losing your knickers (as in Anna's case!), make sure you learn to celebrate all the tiny successes that ensue along your journey.

Presented by Anna Mangan and Clare Freeman. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Know Your Why

Sun, 17 Feb 2019 20:22:46 +0000

Do you know the real reason why you want to lose weight? Or have you lost your mojo along the way? Anna and Clare go deep into the real reasons that inspire them to ride out the bumps along their Slimming World journey. Apologies: this episode contains spontaneous singing.

Listeners’ Questions Feb 2019

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 16:46:35 +0000

You asked, we answered! Send Anna and Clare your thoughts on email slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com or via Instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast

Emotional Eating

Sun, 10 Feb 2019 18:45:15 +0000

Is food your crutch? When life tests you - is it food you reach for first to comfort you? And do you wake up the next day wondering why you sabotaged your hard work AGAIN?

Whether it's loneliness, grief, anger, sadness and all the other thousands of emotions that stop you in your tracks...how do you learn to 'surf the urge' and protect your weight loss journey, no matter the bumps that life throws at you along the way?

Anna and Clare mention a couple of books during this episode of the Slimming World podcast:

The Kindness Method by Shahroo Izadi: https://amzn.to/2I4Kp1u Stop Thinking Start Living by Richard Carlson: https://amzn.to/2I4zrZR

New to meditation? Try Headspace: https://www.headspace.com/ And google/YouTube 'Urge surfing' too!

Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review and join us on Instagram: @slimmingworldpodcast x

Body Magic

Mon, 04 Feb 2019 01:00:00 +0000

Exercise - love it or hate it? And does it really help you lose weight?

Anna and Clare share some of their successes and struggles when it comes to body magic. From cycling, swimming to dancing in the dark - how do you move more as part of the Slimming World plan?

Note: Remember to be sensible - check with your GP if you're hurting or starting an all-singing-all-dancing new exercise regime.

Is calcium key when it comes to weight loss?

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 01:00:00 +0000

Milk or cheese? It used to be a choice, but now with the two Healthy Extra As up for grabs - you can have both!

But when it comes to calcium, how much impact does it have on our weight loss? And which options on the Slimming World plan are best when it comes to getting the most calcium?

Clare and Anna share the top five choices for milk, cheese and ‘other’ sources according the 2019 book.

And who knew that calcium is key for boosting your metabolism and burning fat - not just good for your bones and teeth!

Presented by Anna Mangan and Clare Freeman.

Edited by Alix Pickles, produced by ASFB Productions.

Email us slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com

NOTE: Always speak to your GP when starting a new diet plan or taking supplements. We’re an unofficial podcast, we’re not doctors and this podcast is based upon our personal not professional experiences.

Chocolate

Sun, 20 Jan 2019 21:51:29 +0000

The ‘c’ word. That thing that all sugar addicts dread...chocolate. How do you resist the sweet treats when on Slimming World? Do you opt to abstain completely or look for tips and secrets of how to get a taste without losing sight of your daily syn allowance? Anna and Clare confess how chocolate is a trigger for them, and offer different perspectives on how to tackle your sugar demons during weight loss.

Edited by Alix Pickles. Produced by ASFB Productions.

Letting Guilt Go

Sun, 13 Jan 2019 21:54:28 +0000

What’s holding you back from achieving the weight loss you really want and deserve? Are you rejoining but chastising yourself for going backwards once again? Are you stuck in a rut to-ing and fro-ing around the same numbers time and time again? Whatever your wall, Clare and Anna discuss their experiences of overcoming major hurdles along their Slimming World journey.

Why speed food matters for Slimming World

Mon, 07 Jan 2019 01:00:00 +0000

Speed versus free food - how much difference does it really make when you pick the options with an ’S’ next to them in the book compared with the ones that don’t?

Clare and Anna discuss how simple switches like swopping pasta for butternut squash, and bananas for berries made a big difference to their weight loss.

If you’ve hit a plateau in journey or are new to the Slimming World plan, this podcast episode will give you plenty of 'Food For Thought' to inspire you.

Got a question or comment? Email us slimmingworldpodcast@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram @slimmingworldpodcast

Alcohol Free: Friend or foe?

Sun, 30 Dec 2018 12:33:40 +0000

Thinking Dry January might help you fast track your weight loss? Listen to this episode first. Booze, poison, vino, sauce - whatever you call alcohol, it often takes up a big chunk of most people’s weekly syns. But does ditching it make a difference? Both Anna and Clare have sat on both sides of the fence, but now choose to be booze free. They explain what happens when you sober up and how it impacts your weight loss on the Slimming World plan.

New Year, New Start

Sun, 30 Dec 2018 11:50:59 +0000

Happy New Year! Is weight loss on your resolution list too? Whether starting for the first time, rejoining or still trucking on by - Clare and Anna offer a bit of insight into how best to approach a new start with Slimming World. Clue: The secret is never assuming you know it all!

Clare's Story

Sun, 30 Dec 2018 11:41:27 +0000

The yo yo dieter. That’s how Clare describes herself. Now nudging a 4 stone weight loss since the beginning of 2018, she looks back with Anna over the ups and downs of the last few years, and explains why the Slimming World plan is working for her. From loneliness, boredom to heartbreak and a lack of routine - it seems there’s always an excuse to park the diet in every step of Clare’s journey. But, as she explains on another SW Food For Thought Podcast, there’s always an inspiration too - and this time with the help of Anna, Clare is determined to crack on and renose a new relationship with food once and for all.

Anna's Story

Sat, 29 Dec 2018 11:53:29 +0000

23 groups, 18 years, 4 stone...and that’s just Anna’s journey as a member! Now a Slimming World consultant to 6 groups in Chorlton (Manchester), she reveals how she managed to shift the pounds whilst being bed bound awaiting spinal surgery, as well as all the joys of getting married and becoming a working mum.