If you're feeling like you've over-indulged over the past few days, you're not the only one. In fact, I don't know anyone who hasn't, so if you're hoping to lose a few pounds in the New Year, you should have company! Many people find that dieting is best done as part of a group, and there are plenty of places you can go to get weight loss support and advice in Islington.

Weight Watchers

Still the best known weight loss experts worldwide, WW have several outposts here in Islington where you can get help and support in following their calorie-focused, long-term lifestyle driven approach to slimming. There are meetings every Tuesday in St Mary's Church Community Centre on Upper Street, and on Sunday mornings at Islington Scout Centre on Holloway Road.

Slimming World

Slimming World has become a very popular healthy eating and diet club all over the UK, and has two groups that meet regularly in Islington. They take place on Thursdays at Claremont Day Centre in While Lion Street, N1, and on Wednesday evenings St Paul's Church Hall on St Paul's Road. Call group consultant Tracy on 07788 607 960 or just show up on the day.

If you're planning on embarking on a diet of any sort, make sure you've spoken to your doctor first about realistic weight loss targets and the best approach for you. You might also want to check your BMI online if you're feeling especially brave after the festivities!

Get Active

Whether you chose to go it alone or join a club to help you stay in shape, dieting is of course only half the story, and a new fitness regime for 2011 will enure that you get off to a flying start. NHS Islington has some good advice on how to introduce exercise into your life as painlessly as possible, and you might also want to check out our guide to getting fit in Islington for some suggestions on where to sign up!