Thinking of sending your kids to a weight loss camp? With the growing obesity rate it can be a good idea to send them away to camp to not only lose the weight but also learn healthy eating habits and have fun while exercising. Of course it’s not just children and teens that go to weight loss camps these days – adult fat camps are also becoming more and more popular. Many of which that model themselves after the Biggest Loser television program.
So what do you look for in choosing good weight loss camps to attend?
Usually there are three main factors when looking to attend a weight loss camp (either for yourself or your children): 1) cost 2) staff qualifications & 3) their weight loss strategy.
Let’s look at each one in more detail:
1) Cost of the Weight Loss Camp
While cost shouldn’t be the main consideration in choosing a fat camp, it has to be taken into account, especially in today’s economic climate. So questions you need to consider are things like the overall cost of the camp, any extra fees such as laundry or transportation that you may need to pay for while you are there.
2) Staff Qualifications for the Camp
Obviously you need to be sure that the staff will have you or your child’s best interest at heart and so you need to know what their qualifications are. Find out what type of training and education the current staff has. Are they college qualified in nutrition or exercise or are they high school students trying to earn some summer pocket money? At the very least you need to ensure that the Camp Director is certified by the American Camping Association.
3) The Camp’s Weight Loss Strategies
You’d be surprised just how different some weight loss camps are at they way they help their attendee’s lose their weight. Some focus primarily on diet and other’s are heavy on exercise and activities. A good camp should have a balance of both healthy eating and exercise that is not only fun but also great for shifting stubborn pounds. Many weight loss camps also have classes where you can learn to prepare healthy meals once you go home as well which is a good idea.
Also check if you can, how many campers continue to lose weight or maintain their weight after they leave the weight loss camp – as that usually indicates a realistic and achievable program.