Healthy Weight Loss for Women

A lot of people tune in to “The Biggest Loser” and think “why can’t I do that?” or “I want to be on that show!” Other people may be somewhat turned off by the extreme measures that are taken on that show. One thing is for sure, there are many people that are looking for help with weight loss.

There are lots of “weight loss camps” across the country that are targeted to various demographic groups: adults, teenagers, children, women only, etc. Many people find they are able to lose a significant amount of weight when they are in a controlled environment. The problem some people find is that when they are back home, it is difficult to follow the same guidelines as they did when they were at camp.

Green Mountain at Fox Run is a women’s only program that uses a non-diet approach to weight loss and fitness. It has a “retreat” atmosphere, and is located on 26 acres in the Green Mountains of Vermont, overlooking Okemo Mountain. Their weight loss program is spread out over four weeks, with each week building on the previous week’s instruction. Topics include nutrition, behavior change, and fitness. The meals provided in the dining hall cater to many different needs, such as food allergies, heart health, and blood sugar control. When participants leave the retreat, they have learned how to make healthy food choices, as well as have a fitness plan that will fit into their lives. Participants also receive ongoing support via a private discussion board.

One of the great things about Green Mountain is that in addition to weight loss programs in general, they also offer programs specifically for women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and Type 2 Diabetes.

The PCOS program is either 1 or 2 weeks, with the next one coming up in November. Women with PCOS who are overweight often have a much harder time losing weight than the average person because of the hormonal imbalances they are suffering from. This retreat is a great opportunity to get support from other women who are going through the same issues. It also gives women with PCOS the opportunity to fully understand their diagnosis and attend workshops on topics specifically related to PCOS issues.

The Type 2 Diabetes program is one week (the next one is in September). One of the benefits of this program is getting to meet with a board certified endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes. People who attend this program also get more guidance and support to help them put what they learn about controlling diabetes into action.

For more information, check out their website: Green Mountain at Fox Run