Free courses for North Northamptonshire residents who are looking to lose weight, improve fitness and discover healthier eating and lifestyle habits
Health and wellbeing30 May 2025
If you're ready to take better charge of your health, look no further.
Whether you're looking to lose weight, improve your fitness, or develop a healthier relationship with food, this programme offers a supportive and practical approach, tailored to real life.
Run by Health Exchange - Living Well Taking Control, on behalf of North Northamptonshire Council and their Public Health team, the free 12-week Weight Management Programme is designed to help individuals achieve their health goals.
The programme can be accessed through self-referral or your GP.
Over 12 weeks, participants will receive practical advice on nutrition, exercise, and mindset, with each week building on the last to maintain motivation. The behaviour change support provided will help you start and maintain healthier habits, with expert guidance and support every step of the way.
The course is a mix of sessions in person and online learning, with demand-led delivery across North Northamptonshire. The experienced Health Coaches will support individuals to stay on track and feel confident in making lasting changes.
To be eligible for the service the following criteria apply, you must:
- be a resident of North Northamptonshire
- be aged 18 years old or over
- not be currently pregnant
- have a BMI of 30 or higher for individuals of white ethnic background, or 27.5 or higher for individuals from all other ethnic groups. BMI or Body Mass Index, is a measure that assesses whether an individual's weight is healthy for their height. The NHS BMI calculator can be used to check BMI.
The programme and referral information is accessible via our website.
Referrals, both from professionals and self-referrals, are now being accepted via the following routes:
- Referral form
- Email: [email protected]
- Telephone: 0300 302 0652
- General enquiries: [email protected]
Having a healthy body weight can not only help you to feel better but is also known to reduce the risk of a number of health conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer.Jane Bethea, Director of Public Health North Northamptonshire
Each week, you’ll explore a new theme that builds upon the last - covering essential topics such as balanced nutrition, physical activity, behaviour change, and mindset. Through a combination of expert-led sessions, practical resources, and actionable strategies, the hope is that you'll be empowered to make informed choices and stay motivated as you move towards your goals.
The company Living Well, Taking Control has been chosen by the council to deliver the 12-week courses to residents for the next two years. The professional organisation also provides diabetes prevention programmes across the county and are experts in their field.
Living Well Taking Control is honoured to have been selected to work with North Northamptonshire Council to deliver our 12-Week Weight Management Programme.Rachel Georgiou, Head of Prevention Services, Living Well Taking Control
Our experienced Health Coaches are here to guide and encourage you every step of the way. They’ll help you set realistic goals, overcome barriers, and celebrate progress - ensuring you feel confident and supported in creating lasting lifestyle habits.
By the end of the 12 weeks, you’ll not only have the tools to manage your weight effectively, but also the confidence to maintain your progress for the long term.
We are deeply committed to supporting individuals in achieving healthier lifestyles and improving their overall wellbeing. Our team is excited to continue delivering high-quality, evidence-based support to help the people of North Northamptonshire make sustainable, positive changes in their lives.