The Best Online Weight-Loss Support Groups

When people embark on a weight-loss program, they often need the support of friends and family. Studies show that individuals who have a support network stick to a program and have long-term success. However, from personal experience, I know that sometimes support groups are hard to get and keep. Sometimes, those who are supposed to support you start strong in the beginning but eventually begin making excuses and fade away. It's not a good as an actual person, but online weight-loss support groups can help keep an individual on track.

SparkPeople

SparkPeople has something for everybody. The best aspect of this online support group is that it is free to join. Individuals can get as much or as little support that they want. The site has a place to record daily workouts and food intake. Individuals can also join specific groups, like ones for mothers or groups of individuals in your area. If a person likes certain workout programs, there are groups for them as well. Individuals can sign contracts with themselves and set specific goals for the week, month or year. They can even decide if they want to receive motivating e-mails. There are so many features to this online weight-loss support group that a person could become overwhelmed. To check it out, visit their official site at http://www.sparkpeople.com/.

Weight Watchers

Weight Watchers has been around for a long time and is one of the most respected weight-loss support groups out there. While many members join their traditional program at a physical facility, others have the option of taking advantage of their online support. Online users can set up their ideal plan, keep an online journal and record their progress without having to weigh in with people watching. They, too, have online communities. Unlike SparkPeople, there are fees and the price depends on what the dieter wants. In order to get pricing information and other details, visit their website at http://www.weightwatchers.com/index.aspx.

Jenny Craig