Slimming World

Slimming World offers a weight loss programme through weekly groups and Slimming World Online.

Quick overview

Both membership options include the Food Optimising eating plan, an activity programme and access to a members-only app and website. The wider offering includes recipes, books, a magazine and Slimming World Kitchen recipe boxes.

Group membership includes weekly sessions, meal plans, podcasts and on-demand exercise videos.
Digital membership includes an online community and live virtual events.
The members-only app includes a barcode scanner, a weight loss planner and recipes.
The website offers a group finder, recipe search and seven-day eating plan sign-up.
Slimming World also offers referral schemes and a Consultant franchise opportunity.

Introduction

Slimming World offers a weight loss programme through weekly groups and the digital service Slimming World Online. Both memberships include an eating plan, an activity programme and access to a members-only app and website.

Its services also include recipes, meal plans, a magazine and recipe boxes from Slimming World Kitchen. Members can access further resources, with some features specific to their membership type.

What Slimming World offers

The programme brings together Food Optimising, an eating plan, with an active lifestyle programme and support for members. Group membership provides in-person sessions, while Slimming World Online includes an online community and virtual events.

Alongside its membership services, Slimming World offers recipe books, a magazine and a food range. Slimming World Kitchen offers recipe boxes.

Product and service categories

Group membership

Slimming World groups meet weekly and include support from a Slimming World Consultant and other members. Group membership also includes meal plans, weight loss tools, articles and members-only podcasts. On-demand exercise videos are available at different activity levels.

Digital membership

Slimming World Online provides personalised support based on members’ progress. It includes an online community and a weekly schedule of live events. Online members also have access to activity videos.

Food Optimising and recipes

Food Optimising includes everyday foods such as lean meat, eggs, fish, pasta, potatoes, fruit and vegetables. It also includes measured Healthy Extras and Swips, which cover foods enjoyed in moderation. Recipe ideas cover meals with meat, fish and vegetables, and members can access more recipes through the app.

Activity programme

The active lifestyle programme is part of both group and digital membership. Members can choose activities and take the programme at their own pace. The programme also includes activity awards.

Recipe boxes, books and magazine

Slimming World Kitchen offers recipe boxes. Slimming World also offers recipe books and Slimming World Magazine, which contains recipes, advice and real-life stories.

Browse the full range on the Slimming World website.

More Info

Using the website

The website has a group finder, a recipe search and a log-in option. It also offers group card registration, a BMI calculator and a blog with its own search function.

Visitors can sign up for a seven-day eating plan and email newsletter. The plan is available with a choice of menus, including a classic option.

Notable features

Slimming World offers support and resources for people taking weight loss medication or coming off it. It also offers referral schemes through which patients who are overweight can be referred to a group.

For people interested in running a group, Slimming World offers a self-employed Consultant franchise opportunity and information events.

Frequently asked questions

What is included in both membership options?

Both group and digital membership include Food Optimising and the active lifestyle programme. They also include access to the members-only app and website.

Can online members take part in live events without appearing on camera?

Yes. Online members can join virtual live events with their camera and microphone switched off, or take part with them on.

What tools are in the members-only app?

The app includes a barcode scanner and an interactive weight loss planner. It also gives members access to recipes.

What are Healthy Extras?

Healthy Extras are measured foods within Food Optimising. Examples include milk, cheese, bread, breakfast cereals, nuts and seeds.

Does Slimming World have a magazine?

Yes, Slimming World Magazine includes recipes and advice. It is available in newsagents, supermarkets and Slimming World groups.

Do you have to be a member to enquire about becoming a Consultant?

No, membership is not required to apply for the Consultant opportunity. Slimming World also offers online information events about the role.

Key takeaways

Choose between weekly group membership and Slimming World Online.
Both options include Food Optimising, an activity programme and the members-only app and website.
Recipes, meal plans and activity resources are available to members.
Slimming World Kitchen offers recipe boxes, while the magazine includes recipes and advice.
The website includes a group finder, recipe search and eating plan sign-up.

Summary

Slimming World combines group or digital membership with an eating plan, activity programme and member resources. Its wider offering includes recipes, books, a magazine and recipe boxes, as well as referral schemes and a Consultant franchise opportunity.