Weight Watchers is a global wellness company that provides weight management services and products. It offers personalized programs to help its customers with weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Founded in 1963 by Jean Nidetch in Queens, New York
Started as a support group for friends trying to lose weight
Officially became Weight Watchers in 1964
Went public on the NYSE in 2001
Rebranded to WW in 2018 to focus on overall health and wellness
Offers personalized weight loss programs that include coaching, meals, and exercise plans.
Provides a personalized weight loss plan with a focus on behavior change and lifestyle habits through an app.
A free app that tracks calories, nutrients, and exercise to help users reach their weight loss goals.
A mobile app and website that provides access to personalized meal plans, workouts, and coaching.
In-person or virtual group meetings led by a trained coach to provide support and accountability.
One-on-one sessions with a WW coach to create a personalized plan and receive support and guidance.
Weight Watchers assigns every food and drink a point value, based on its nutritional value. By staying within a daily point limit, users can achieve weight loss.
Weight Watchers offers several pricing plans, including monthly and annual subscriptions. The cost varies based on location and the plan chosen.
No, Weight Watchers does not require users to buy any special food. Instead, they provide guidance on how to make healthy food choices within their daily point limits.
Yes, Weight Watchers has been shown to be an effective weight loss program. In a clinical study, participants lost up to 8% of their body weight in 6 months.
The WW app is a mobile app that provides access to personalized meal plans, workouts, and coaching. It also allows users to track their daily food intake and activity.