Some of our favourite members from WW magazine share their pearls of wisdom...
- ‘I like to look at old photos and compare them to where I am now. Seeing a visual difference is a real boost. That’s why I’ve taken selfies every week.’ Mairi [Pictured left]
- ‘I used to put everyone else first then scrabble around for a bit of me-time. Now, I take an hour out of each day just to read.’ Lavon [Pictured right]
- ‘Your weight can fluctuate a few pounds, but you have to ignore that and keep doing the right things, knowing it will even out eventually.’ Lisa
- ‘If I struggle to make myself go out for a walk or to a gym session, I just remind myself that I am doing this for me.’ Sarah
- ‘Planning helps me stay in control. I used to rely on takeaways, so was the last person to write a shopping list! But I cracked this habit, and haven’t looked back.’ David
- ‘I keep a “pounds pot” and drop £1 in for every pound I lose. I plan to use it to treat myself to something when I hit goal. It’s a positive non-scale incentive for extra motivation.’ Dee
- ‘If I feel down, I cook my favourite healthy meal. It helps me realise that I can eat well and feel well, even if the scales aren’t agreeing with me.’ Caroline
- ‘Buy food when it’s in season. It’s better value, and also makes you try new types of meat, fish, fruit and veg.’ Dan
- ‘I’ve always made an effort with my hair and make-up, as it’s something I can control no matter what I weigh. Making yourself feel good can make a world of difference.’ Lisa
- ‘Getting into a routine can become boring, but there are many different ways to exercise, eat and feed your mind – find them and keep your journey exciting.’ Caroline
- ‘I’m probably most self-conscious about my belly, but I’ve learned to dress myself in a flattering way while I’m still on my journey, so I feel good about myself.’ Debbie
- ‘I wasn’t prepared with ways to avoid temptation, but now I buy non-food treats and they’ve made all the difference. They can be anything from bath oil to a new bit of fit kit.’ Dee
- ‘Rally your friends and family to support you. I’ve had great fun cooking with my kids in the kitchen.’ Mairi
- ‘Eat fruit with breakfast. It’s filling and will steer you away from adding sweetness like honey or syrup to your porridge.’ Lyndsay
- ‘Accept compliments – when my husband says I look lovely, it gives me a boost. As I lose weight, I feel better mentally and physically – it’s helping me see what he sees.’ Sarah