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Extraordinary Initial and
Long-Term Weight Loss

Wellspring participants have achieved weight loss results unlike virtually any fat camp, diet camp, or weight loss program for any age group.  Since Wellspring New York began as a weight loss camp for women in 2004, campers have lost an average of over 4 lbs. per week while at the program.  Campers also continue to lose weight after camp ends, with nearly 70% of campers continuing to lose or maintain weight loss at home.

These results have been presented at major scientific meetings, including The Obesity Society meetings in 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009.  As a scientifically based organization with leading researchers, Wellspring collects data during and after camp to assess initial and continued progress.  As demonstrated below, the weight loss is unparalleled.

In February 2007, the publication Consumers Digest reviewed weight loss camps and profiled Wellspring programs.  Consumers Digest concluded that Wellspring Camps are more effective than traditional weight loss programs.  To read this article, click here.

Continued Weight Loss at Home

Wellspring New York participants continue losing weight in the 6-12 months after camp – an unprecedented finding. These weight loss outcomes are among the best short-term and longer-term results ever reported for weight loss camps or for any approach to treating weight issues in young people.

In a post-camp weight loss evaluation, campers continued to lose weight, averaging 5-8 pounds of additional weight loss. According to this program evaluation, 70% of these campers either maintained or continued to lose weight during the follow-up period – a result that can only be attributed to the effectiveness of the training and lifestyle change program at Wellspring New York.

Lasting weight loss success

Wellspring campers have achieved nearly unprecedented short-term and longer-term fitness and weight loss results in the study of obesity and weight loss. As the foremost treatment options for adolescent overweight and obesity, Wellspring Camps and Wellspring Academies (formerly Academy of the Sierras) are the best programs for your child.

To learn more about the Scientific Advisory Board that helps guide Wellspring’s leading approach, click here.