Coach & Community

A strong support system isn’t just helpful — it’s predictive. Research shows that weight loss support groups and coaching improve consistency, accountability and long-term metabolic health. Learn why the power of people matters more than willpower alone.

Most Americans are concerned about their metabolic health, yet many don’t understand what it really means or how to improve it. In this article, Dr. Wayne Scott Andersen shares why science, structure and the support of a caring coach are key to turning healthy intentions into lasting habits with OPTAVIA.

Inspiration That Goes Beyond the Scale  Losing weight is rarely about the numbers and nutrition alone. It’s about a mindset shift that gets you showing up for yourself every single day. (Easier said than done.)  Looking for inspirational losing weight quotes? We’ve gathered a collection of motivational quotes on losing weight — thoughtful reminders that progress is personal, health is a holistic mind and body experience.  Whether it’s one below or a long-time favorite mantra

Habits don’t change in isolation — they change through connection. That’s why on October 6, National Coaches Day, we honor the human side of science: coaching. At OPTAVIA, coaches don’t just guide you through a plan — they walk alongside you, providing support, accountability, and belief when you need it most.

If you're asking yourself, "what is OPTAVIA?" you've come to the right place. OPTAVIA is more than just a diet. It’s a structured, supportive game plan for your goals — from losing weight* and building better habits to getting the tools to help keep the weight off.  

When it comes to lifelong health, many people are focused on what to eat and what to avoid. Building better habits is what fuels lifelong transformation. But there is something that’s almost always overlooked — your weight loss community . Who you surround yourself with matters just as much as what’s on your plate and the habits you build.  Whether you're on a weight loss journey, navigating a GLP-1 *  medication or just trying to feel like your best self again, community i

Weight loss journeys often begin with short-term diets and fast-track fitness routines. But what if the most powerful tool wasn’t just diet and exercise — it’s also who’s in your corner.   That’s where having an OPTAVIA coach comes in.