Weight Management
Am I a Healthy Weight - BMI calculator
Calculate your BMI using this NHS Choices Tool
Website: NHS: BMI Calculator
Free community based weight management services
Shape up
Weight management and guided exercise service aiming for weight loss over 12 weeks for people 18-65 yrs. Includes 45 minutes of fun, guided group exercise at an appropriate level for overweight people. Suitable for participants who have a basic level of mobility (can walk and move around freely).
Website and self referral: www.shapeupharrow.com/do-i-qualify
National Diabetes Prevention Programme
Suitable for patients at risk of diabetes. Please contact your GP for a referral.
Website: preventing-diabetes.co.uk/about-us
NHS Digital weight management programme
Suitable for patients with high blood pressure and/or diabetes. This online service is only for people with a smartphone or with a computer with internet access. Please contact your GP for a referral.
Open access ways to keep healthy and active in Harrow
Free cooking courses provided by London Community Kitchen
Suitable for adults in Harrow who are 19 and over. Learn how to use fresh ingredients and cook on a budget in 6 weekly sessions.
Email: courses@londonscommunitykitchen.com
Harrow Park Run
Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/harrow
Walking for Health
Website: www.walkingforhealth.org.uk
Parks Outdoor Gyms
Established weight management services which have an associated cost
Slimming World
You’ll find delicious recipe and menu ideas at your local group, along with all the help you need to get started and reach your target weight.
Website: www.slimmingworld.co.uk
Weight Watchers
Meetings, Online or a little bit of both. We’ve got options and support, whatever your lifestyle.
Website: www.weightwatchers.com