Research shows that when people lose weight together, they have even greater success. It's good to have a friend to share the road with you, to support you if you're finding the going a bit tough, and to share the pleasure as you get towards that summer shape you want.

Coming to weekly meetings is one of the ways people can improve their weight loss success. It's there they discover how control their cravings, learn how to banish boredom eating, and how to lose weight.

The meeting leader has lost weight with Weightwatchers, is familiar with the pitfalls along the way and can help people avoid them.