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WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Would you like to lose weight? Need more support? Not sure where to start?

Healthy Weight 

Our weight is determined by the amount of energy (calories) we take in from food and drinks, including alcohol, and the amount of energy we use during daily living and physical activity.  In simple terms, obesity results when we take in more calories than we use up over a prolonged period of time.

Obesity is commonly measured using Body Mass Index (BMI).

The World Health Organisation classifies BMI in adults as:

BMI

< 18.5
18.5 - 24.9
25.0 - 29.9
30.0 - 39.9
>40

Classification

Underweight
Healthy weight
Overweight
Obesity
Morbid/Severe obesity

What is your BMI?

    Calculate your BMI

     

    • Being overweight or obese can lead to serious health problems and can increase a person’s chance of having:
    • type 2 diabetes
    • heart disease
    • some types of cancer
    • stroke
    • muscle and joint problems
    • poorer mental health and wellbeing
    Individual taking waist measurements as part of a wellness check

    Preventing/managing obesity

    By eating a healthy diet and taking part in regular physical activity you can maintain a healthy weight and reduce the likelihood of becoming overweight or obese.

    We are here to support you….

    Weigh To Go

    If you are over 16 years of age and have a body mass index (BMI) over 26 our Weigh To Go programme is for you.
    Weigh To Go is a FREE 12-week programme consisting of different weight management topics e.g. food labelling, physical activity, portion control, and many more.
    The 12-week block is delivered in group sessions consisting of 45 minutes of education and 30-45 minutes of physical activity.
    You will receive weight management information throughout the sessions, and a food and activity diary is also available to aid you on your weight loss journey.
    We will agree on small achievable goals to fit in with your lifestyle to help you make lifelong sustainable changes to your eating and exercise habits.
    You will be encouraged to take part in exercise sessions to further help you on your weight loss journey and will have regular weigh-ins to monitor your progress.

    If you are interested in attending the Weigh To Go programme, please complete a self-referral form or request to be referred by a health professional.