132: What You Need to Know About Reaching Target
Clare's become a target member! It's been a long and windy road - so what should she expect now? Anna delves into her consultant toolbox and talks through the ethos behind the Slim For Life plan. Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by Slimming World. Please note: The info we share is based on our personal weight loss e...
38m May 31, 2021
38m
131: A Crash Course in Eating Out on Slimming World
How do you balance protecting your weight loss but still have a normal, busy social life? Can you really eat out and still get a loss on the scales with Slimming World? Anna and Clare discuss their tactics and strategies when heading out, or 'out out' - by still having fun, but not blowing the doors off their hinges when it comes to managing their Syns allowance! Presented by Clare Freeman and...
28m May 24, 2021
28m
130: Game, Set and Match
So you've done a bit of walking? Maybe you've dabbled in NHS Couch to 5k? But they're not really filling you with excitement... Fear not, you're not alone. Natasha asked us for some inspiration on Body Magic...so we've come up with a wild and wacky list of things we could all give a go! Whilst out in the park with a shuttlecock and a pair of badminton rackets, Anna and Clare rattle through some...
41m May 17, 2021
41m
129: Listener's Questions May 2021
Some fantastic Body Magic shares about how you all did on April's #SWPodStepChallenge! Plus, more of your tasty dessert teasers and magical lightbulb moments on how you've all been heading back out to the real world. Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by Slimming World. Please note: The info we share is based on our p...
58m May 10, 2021
58m
128: Why Kindness Is Key
Compassion, love and kindness are things many of us are quick to offer others, but honestly - when was the last time you were truly kind to yourself? Weight loss isn't just about the food on our plate and the number on the scales - it's also about forming a better relationship with ourselves. In this episode of Slimming World Podcast, Anna and Clare explore what self-compassion really means. Mo...
38m May 03, 2021
38m
127: Inching Closer To Target
Making sure you view your big picture progress is important. It's not just all about what's happening on the scales. It's great to look at the wider progress you're making, especially when it comes to developing new habits and noticing the way your body is changing - either by inch loss or clothes sizes. Anna and Clare have some fun in reflecting on their full 'report card'. Contains some silli...
50m Apr 26, 2021
50m
126: Would You Like To See The Dessert Menu?!
Do the words cake, ice-cream, pie, biscuits, gateau, crumble, afternoon tea....make you want to lick your lips?! Yep us too, and so that's why we've dedicated a whole slice of our podcast series to desserts. Because when losing weight on the Slimming World plan, nothing is banned! It's all part of the synergistic approach. So where do you start with making low-syn tasty pudding? Anna and Clare ...
40m Apr 19, 2021
40m
125: Listeners' Questions April 2021
Steps, pants and tiny bowls...Just a flavour of what this month's Listeners' Questions include! Anna and Clare continue celebrating Slimming World members' lightbulb moments. Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by Slimming World. Please note: The info we share is based on our personal weight loss experiences. Always ch...
59m Apr 12, 2021
59m
124: Welcome To The Real World
As the world begins to reopen after a rather strange year being locked down (well the UK anyway) - what strategies do you have in place to resist the usual temptations? A few of our listeners say they're worried about sabotaging their success so far. Anna & Clare dig deep into their bitesize toolbox and offer a few tips to prepare for the inevitable hurdles socialising brings. Plus some insight...
39m Apr 05, 2021
39m
123: Step Yourself Fit With Body Magic!
Anna and Clare launch their April step challenge: to walk 150,000 steps over the month. On average it works out 5,000 steps a day. Anybody can enter, any level of fitness or from any starting base. And if it's a little easy for you, then why not challenge yourself further - can you add some different terrain? Big hills? Carrying a full rucksack? As the days get lighter and the temperature becom...
31m Mar 29, 2021
31m
122: Do You Really Know What You're Eating?
Did you know the environment, who we're with, what size bowl we choose plus many other factors affect how much and what we eat? Clare and Anna geek out on some research about the 200 daily decisions we supposedly make about food...of which most of the time we have no clue we're even doing! Time to get the microscope out, pause with a bit of mindfulness and become more conscious on why we do wha...
30m Mar 22, 2021
30m
121: Listeners' Questions March 2021
Wondering what Slimming World online meetings are like? Scared to rejoin after a huge gain? Has a cold lingering winter knocked your mojo? Anna and Clare are back with some bitesize motivation and a sack full of Listeners' Questions. The big question is: Has Clare finally bought some new pants since her promise last week?! Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productio...
1hr 4m Mar 15, 2021
1hr 4m
120: Springtime Clear Out
Open those wardrobe doors...let's talk clothes as together we look through some of the pieces we yearn to wear, some of the pieces we used to wear and some of the pieces we probably should have binned a long time ago! Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by Slimming World. Please note: The info we share is based on our ...
44m Mar 08, 2021
44m
119: Meeting Margaret Miles-Bramwell
Why the psychology behind Slimming World's ethos is still as relevant now, as it was 52 years ago. Anna and Clare meet Slimming World founder, Margaret Miles-Bramwell. From Food Optimising to IMAGE Therapy, Margaret gives great insight into why there's so much more to weight loss, than just managing the food we eat. Her book ‘Wild Women Do (and they don’t regret it!)’ is available to buy in gro...
41m Mar 01, 2021
41m
118: One For The Men
Can men lose weight on the Slimming World plan too? Sure - says Jason Dury, Man of the Year 2020 and a whole bunch of our male podcast listeners! In most age groups, men are more likely than women to be overweight or obese. So what’s stopping the fellas getting back to a more manageable sized waistline? On this episode, we hear some incredibly inspiring and motivating stories form our male list...
59m Feb 22, 2021
59m
117: Listeners' Questions February 2021
Roll up, roll up - another sack load of listeners' questions have arrived on the doorstep. Anna and Clare delve into the bag to discover what's on Slimming World members' minds this February 2021. Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by Slimming World. Please note: The info we share is based on our personal weight loss ...
49m Feb 15, 2021
49m
116: When Those We Love Sabotage Our Success
It may be Valentine's Day this week, but for some of us - it's the people closest to us who are ready to steer us off course at the first hurdle! Perhaps they're not following the plan, perhaps they're open to trying a few meals now and then, or perhaps they want to help you every step of the way...Whatever your situation, here's how to ask for help from those who are closest to you.  Presente...
34m Feb 08, 2021
34m
115: Back to Basics: Body Magic
Five Body Magic activities you can do with us, during this podcast. Equipment needed: Two tins! Nothing too strenuous, just a chance to warm up a bit and move off the sofa for a few minutes. Note: It goes without saying, if you have an injury or an underlying health condition please follow the advice of a proper doctor and sit this one out if need be. Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan...
32m Feb 01, 2021
32m
114: Hidden Syns
Ever had one of those weeks when you’re convinced you’ve been good? You’re sure you nailed your Syns allowance and checked those Healthy Extras. So you can’t understand why at the end of the week you’ve maintained… Yep, we've been there! So Anna and Clare are back with a quiz for you - can you spot the hidden syns in Mrs Ivy Been-So-Good's food diary? Here's a link to the 'Hidden Syns' feature ...
37m Jan 25, 2021
37m
113: Back To Basics: Free Food
An empty biscuit tin, filled with a handful of Free Foods written on pieces of card and 60 seconds on the clock...Join Anna and Clare for a quick-fire fun-packed quiz to test their knowledge on the recipes they can muster up on the spot using simple basic store cupboard staples!  Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by ...
27m Jan 18, 2021
27m
112: Listeners' Questions January 2021
With Christmas and New Year DONE, many of our listeners say they're back in the game and on route to target! Anna and Clare reach out to their trusted friends: their food diaries and Slimming World member pack. Plus, there's tips on staying on course with Dry January and ensuring those new fitness routines are a lifestyle switch that are here to stay...not disappear come February.  Presented b...
1hr 4m Jan 11, 2021
1hr 4m
111: Fresh Start
Reasons to celebrate...It's Anna's big milestone! And the party season has come and gone...So how will you embrace 2021? For those of your starting afresh to those of you continuing your journey, what reasons do you have to celebrate becoming a new and better version of yourself? The girls take a walk through the Peak District and talk about how having a great start to the year can set the tone...
32m Jan 04, 2021
32m
110: Creating Habits That Stick
What if this year you make lifestyle changes that are achievable and realistic? What if you only set out to be 1% better? What if you move towards your weight loss target slowly but surely, instead of giving up at the first hurdle? Anna and Clare are joined by friend of the podcast and behavioural psychologist Dr Linda Papadopoulos to talk tips on making habits stick and how to be kinder to our...
35m Dec 28, 2020
35m
109: Drawing A Line Under 2020
What do you have to show for 2020? What are the wins you're proud of? The things you'd like to work on? And your dreams for 2021? Despite Covid-19, what great choices have you made this year? Grab some pen and paper, join Anna and Clare as they review the weird, wonderful and slightly bizarre year that was 2020. Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimmi...
48m Dec 21, 2020
48m
108: Winter Comforts
An episode that'll leave your mouth watering with inspiration of our favourite winter comforts... Whether using the slow cooker or favourite oven roasting dish, which warm and wonderful Free Foods will get you through the cold season? Thanks to help and inspiration from our awesome Slimming World Podcast listeners. Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Sli...
29m Dec 14, 2020
29m
107: Listeners' Questions December 2020
How not to let the 'what if' question rule your mind... Whether celebrating with family, or self-isolating and working from home - Anna and Clare look through this month's listeners' questions to see what's on people's minds ahead of what could be a very different Christmas and New Year for us all. Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podca...
59m Dec 07, 2020
59m
106: Dress To Impress
Almost a year since Anna and Clare last went clothes shopping, the pair swop style briefs, put aside £100 and buy each other the outfits they've been dreaming of for Anna's 40th birthday and Clare's Christmas Day party! But will the dresses fit? Will they like it? And just how stressful is it buying an outfit for a friend?! Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Producti...
34m Nov 30, 2020
34m
105: Potatoes Potatoes Potatoes!
By popular demand...our listeners have requested we live up to our potato passion and come up with 10 ways to incorporate the 'free food is our friend' mantra into our kitchens. So armed with a plethora of colourful potatoes, Anna and Clare get chopping, par boiling and roasting their favourite food optimised potato dishes! Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Producti...
31m Nov 23, 2020
31m
104: Bronze, Silver, Gold...and Platinum
Have you bagged a body magic award or two during 2020? Could you start today and achieve a gold or silver body magic award before the year is out?  As more of us turned to exercise during lockdown, Anna and Clare continue to investigate why movement matters. Anna's new bike has arrived, and finally - Clare has bagged her platinum 'body magicker' certificate. Presented by Clare Freeman and Ann...
32m Nov 16, 2020
32m
103: Listeners' Questions November 2020
The countdown to Christmas begins, as Anna and Clare read out more of our listeners' lightbulb moments and weight loss celebrations. Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by Slimming World. Please note: The info we share is based on our personal weight loss experiences. Always check with your consultant or a health profe...
1hr 10m Nov 09, 2020
1hr 10m
102: Funfilled and Fulfilled
Is the food you're cooking still exciting you? This is an episode reiterating our message of choice over deprivation. Of making you realise that losing weight can be fun! And reminding you that following a plan like Slimming World can even be enjoyable!  Back in the warm and dry, Anna and Clare share some of our listeners' favourite dinners and get a little bit too passionate about potatoes......
25m Nov 02, 2020
25m
101: What Scares You
What's holding you back right now? Are old dieting hang ups sabotaging your progress? Are you afraid of what happens next once you reach your target weight?  Ahead of Halloween, Anna and Clare go walking in a cold and grey graveyard, to ponder the question of what they're really fearing - in life, and in their personal weight loss journeys.  Warning: If you've recently been bereaved, this mig...
22m Oct 26, 2020
22m
100: Mind-Full Eating
How conscious are you when you give into your sugar cravings? Do you even realise how quickly you're eating? Do you eat at a table without your phone or tv? And when was the last time you really really tasted your food?  Anna and Clare turn to the buddhist concept of mindfulness to help them put pause between their acts of self sabotage and achieving the weight loss they really want to see on ...
35m Oct 19, 2020
35m
99: Listeners' Questions October 2020
If autumn's arrival is making you feel down and dark, Anna and Clare's bitesize mojo will lighten your mood with some amusing responses to this month's Listeners' Questions! Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by Slimming World. Please note: The info we share is based on our personal weight loss experiences. Always che...
1hr 2m Oct 12, 2020
1hr 2m
98: Things You Never Noticed
When was the last time you read your Slimming World pack from cover to cover? No, we mean REALLY read it?! It's Clare's last week of being 36 so her and Anna pick out '36 things you never noticed' in three of the books in the members' pack. For example, did you count how many info circles are in the main book? The answer is revealed on this week's episode... Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna...
43m Oct 05, 2020
43m
97: SPeed Up Your Progress
Boom: 10 tasty Extra Easy SP recipes from Clare and Anna to give your weight loss journey a boost AND keep your plate looking pretty! From falafel burgers to cauliflower lentil dahl, the gals get excited about speed and protein like never before on a sunny day in the Peak District.  See our instagram page @slimmingworldpodcast for the recipes we mention during this episode. Note: Two RAF jets ...
41m Sep 28, 2020
41m
96: Cheers! Salute! Prost!
Could what you’re drinking be sabotaging your weight loss without you even realising? Anna and Clare introduce a day in the life of ‘Kez’ for a shocking quiz that reveals the hidden syns behind most of our everyday thirst quenchers, and not just the alcohol ones… Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by Slimming World. P...
35m Sep 21, 2020
35m
95: Listeners’ Questions September 2020
From Australia to the Outer Hebrides…cycling wins to diamond celebrations, Anna and Clare sift through the listeners’ questions bag to hear what’s on the minds of Slimming World members this month. Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by Slimming World. Please note: The info we share is based on our personal weight l...
1hr 3m Sep 14, 2020
1hr 3m
94: Day One
What advice would you have for someone starting their Slimming World journey? Whether you’re rejoining a ‘real life’ group or are happy to draw the line after a big gain over lockdown - this episode is packed with tips, advice and general mojo goodness for anyone looking to clear the decks, and begin their slimming journey again. Note: Contains some very handy info on how not to lose your Tupp...
37m Sep 07, 2020
37m
93: Easy As Riding A Bike
Clare’s finally convinced Anna to get her leg over…a bike that is! Walking/cycling along an old railway line in the Peak District, they discuss the importance of creating long-term lifestyle habit changes - not just crash dieting like many of us have been and done before. Some of the books we mention during this episode (of which contain affiliate links): Atomic Habits by James Clear - https:...
42m Aug 31, 2020
42m
92: Try Something New
Banana blossom, silken tofu and ugli fruit… Anna and Clare sift through the Slimming World book and pick out five items they’ve never heard of and never tried before! What unknown free food and speed free food will be on your list?  Note: You can actually watch Anna and Clare’s tasting session on our Instagram IGTV channel…! Visit http://Instagram.com/slimmingworldpodcast Presented by Clare F...
40m Aug 24, 2020
40m
91: Using Past Progress to Plan for Your Future
Your best week in review. When you’ve lost your mojo let’s look back at when you WERE nailing it, and factor this into your plan for the upcoming month. [The ten steps Anna mentions are also shared on our Instagram page via a bunch of colourful post-its.] Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by Slimming World. Please...
29m Aug 17, 2020
29m
90: Listeners’ Questions August 2020
From managing the expectations of others, to mixing up your meals…Anna and Clare sift through your thoughts on this month’s Listeners' Questions. Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by Slimming World. Please note: The info we share is based on our personal weight loss experiences. Always check with your consultant o...
1hr 7m Aug 10, 2020
1hr 7m
89: Speed Food Secrets
What difference does speed food really make to your weight loss? If free food is your friend, then is speed food a kick-ass sister? Anna and Clare share secrets of how they prioritise speed food when they’re ‘on it’. Presented by Clare Freeman and Anna Mangan.  Produced by ASFB Productions.  Slimming World Podcast is sponsored by Slimming World. Please note: The info we share is based on o...
33m Aug 03, 2020
33m
88: How Committed Are You?
Do you really want to lose weight? No - we mean REALLY want to? Do you really believe you’ll get to target and stay there - or is this just yet another diet because you ‘should’ be slimmer? Anna and Clare pay tribute to a Slimming World friend Caroline, and reflect on things she taught them about commitment to making health a priority - no matter the inevitable hurdles in life. Presented by C...
49m Jul 27, 2020
49m
87: Photos: Love or hate them?
How far would you go to avoid having your photo taken? Do you look back at key moments in your family history and wonder “where am I”? Are all your photos headshots [only taken with good lighting, full make up from high up above]? Many of us have used a photo to inspire the start our weight loss journey, and others have the phrase ‘to feel confident having my photo taken’ as a strong why. So ...
33m Jul 20, 2020
33m
86: Feel The Fear
What has being overweight stopped you doing? What has losing weight enabled you to do that you'd never imagine yourself doing before? The legendary author Susan Jeffer once wrote the book 'Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway' - so what could you do today to move forwards in life and weight loss? A positive sprinkle of mojo from Anna and Clare to get you dreaming big and pushing yourself to new heigh...
42m Jul 13, 2020
42m
85: Listeners' Questions July 2020
Exam time stress, the problem with perfection, honesty vs denial, and some incredible stories of overcoming diabetes… Just a handful of subjects discussed on this month’s Listeners’ Questions. Two apologies in advance: We were rudely interrupted for a couple of minutes by a lawnmower and sorry Rosanna, for a terrible performance of your wonderfully written rap… #Fail  Presented by Clare Freem...
1hr 4m Jul 06, 2020
1hr 4m
84: Emergency Planning: Preparing For ‘Real Life’
As pubs, cafes and restaurants begin to reopen across England on the 4th July - how are you anticipating the temptations which could trip you up in coming weeks? Is the thought of returning to ‘normality’ causing you anxiety? And what processes can you put in place right now to prepare? Anna and Clare share their thoughts on how planning really is the daddy when expecting an upcoming test, the...
49m Jun 29, 2020
49m
83: Mythbusting the Scales
How can we remove the emotional pull that weighing scales have over us? Is the home weigh-in a help or hindrance for you? On this episode of Slimming World Podcast, Clare goes full geek and baffles Anna with a ton of ‘thing you never knew’ facts about the history of the scales… We celebrate our listeners’ non-scale victories and learn why more of us should be proud of our achievements NOW - n...
1hr 5m Jun 22, 2020
1hr 5m