Frequently Asked Questions

Are you looking for answers about the Jenny Craig In-Centre or Jenny Craig at Home programs? If so, you've come to the right place! Whether you need information on the Jenny Craig Menus, our One-on-One Support or Jenny's Cuisine®, everything is here for you all in one place.


How Jenny Works

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the Jenny Craig Program?
  • Founded in 1983, Jenny Craig, Inc. is one of the largest weight management service companies in the world. Jenny Craig offers a comprehensive weight management program that helps clients learn how to eat the foods they want, develop a healthy and enjoyable eating style, increase their energy level through simple activity, and build more balance into their lives for optimal weight loss and well-being.
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  • How was the Jenny Craig Program developed?
  • The Jenny Craig Program has been designed by Registered Dietitians in consultation with an expert Medical Advisory Board, whose recommendations are based on the latest nutrition, exercise, and behavioral strategies for weight management and disease prevention. We're proud to offer our clients a comprehensive, scientifically proven way to achieve and maintain their desired weight.
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  • How do I know Jenny Craig really works
  • Jenny Craig offers a comprehensive weight management program that helps clients learn how to eat the foods they want, develop a healthy and enjoyable eating style, increase their energy level through simple activity, and build more balance into their lives for optimal weight loss and well-being. The Jenny Craig Program has been designed by Registered Dietitians in consultation with an expert Medical Advisory Board, whose recommendations are based on the latest nutrition, exercise, and behavioral strategies for weight management and disease prevention. We're proud to offer our clients a comprehensive, scientifically proven way to achieve and maintain their desired weight.
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  • What are the goals of the Jenny Craig Program?
  • Weight is often related to lifestyle. That's why the goal of the Jenny Craig Program is to help clients acquire:
    • A Healthy Relationship with Food
      Along with balanced, low-calorie density food choices and portion control, the program emphasizes the importance of tuning into physical/emotional eating cues and the pleasure of eating via our menus and online journal. Teaching clients to be mindful about what they eat, is the first step in making healthier, more satisfying choices.
    • An Active Lifestyle
      The activity component of the program was developed in consultation with the world-renowned Cooper Institute and encourages clients to gradually increase activity through a combination of natural, planned and "playful" physical activities. Jenny Craig offers a walking audiocassettes, and fitness video series, and other tools that encourage clients to engage in a variety of cardiorespiratory, resistance and stretching activities. Maintenance materials also address important variables such as lack of time, ongoing motivation and changing body image.
    • A Balanced Approach to Living
      As weight issues are, in part, a reflection of thoughts and emotions clients bring to their weight loss efforts, the program emphasizes cognitive strategies to help clients develop a more balanced, positive mindset.
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  • How much weight can I expect to lose?
  • Whether you would like to lose a small amount of weight for a special occasion such as a wedding or reunion, or want to make more significant changes, Jenny Craig has program options to meet your needs. The Jenny Craig Program has been designed to result in a weekly weight loss of one to two pounds or 1% of your body weight*. These results may vary based on an individual's personal weight history, body composition, level/frequency of physical activity, and motivation among other factors.

    Find out how much weight others have lost with Jenny Craig.

    * Harris Benedict Equation. (1919)
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  • How long will I need to stay on Jenny Craig?
  • How long you stay on the program depends on how much weight you have to lose. Jenny Craig has a program option to fit your needs and support you until you reach your goal.
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  • How do I keep the weight off?
  • At Jenny Craig our goal is to help you learn not only how to lose weight, but how to effectively maintain your weight loss as well. Weight is partially related to lifestyle. That's why the goal of the Jenny Craig Program is to help clients acquire the tools they need for continued success focusing on a healthy relationship with food, an active lifestyle and a balanced approach to living. In addition, clients on our Platinum, Rewards, Premium Success or Metabolic Max plans have access to maintenance component which helps with the transition from Jenny's Cuisine® to planning your own menus.
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  • What calorie level am I going to be on?
  • Your personal consultant will help you determine your optimal calorie level based on your age, height, current weight, gender and your activity level. Our lowest calorie level is 1200 calories per day, based on the latest Dietary Guideline recommendations.
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  • When should I weigh in?
  • We recommend you only weigh yourself once a week at a consistent time (preferably in the morning) to avoid any discouragement due to normal daily weight fluctuations. Clients participating in our Jenny Craig In-Centre programs weigh in at weekly consultations, while those on our Jenny Craig At Home program weigh in at home.
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  • What is the Jenny YourStyle® Profile all about?
  • Jenny Craig YourStyle® Profile is a tailored, flexible analysis that maximizes Jenny Craig's hallmark one-on-one support with a comprehensive approach to Food, Body and Mind - the three essential components of successful weight management. Jenny Craig worked with its Medical Advisory Board to create a questionnaire that looks at clients' personal motivation, dieting history, eating patterns, activity readiness and weight loss mindset to help us personalize each client's weight management program and address each person's unique challenges and lifestyle.
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  • Do the menus include only Jenny Craig food?
  • Jenny Craig's daily menus include Jenny's Cuisine® as well as your own food. You'll enjoy three Jenny's Cuisine® meals and one Jenny's Cuisine® snack every day, while you provide plenty of fresh fruit, vegetables, reduced fat milk products and heart healthy fats.
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Our Program

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What if I don't want to go to a local centre … or there's not one in my area?
  • Our Jenny Craig At Home program allows you to participate in the Jenny Craig Program from the convenience of your own home. You enjoy weekly phone "meetings" with your trained consultant, and order your Jenny's Cuisine® in at least two-week increments. Many clients prefer to order their food in four-week increments (plus the cost of shipping).
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  • How much does Jenny Craig cost?
  • The cost of Jenny Craig depends on several things – which plan you choose, which menu items you select, and so on. We have a short term plan and longer term plans, so you can choose the option that is right for you!

    And as one client told us: "You know what would really cost a lot? Having a nutritionist, a personal exercise trainer, a chef, and a lifestyle coach! For me, Jenny Craig was the inexpensive way of getting the program and coaching I needed."

    Did you know?

    • Many Jenny Craig clients state they spend about the same or less on food than before they were on the program.
    • Jenny Craig clients, on average, spend just a $1 a day more on Jenny's Cuisine® than the typical American spends on food.*


    *Average Jenny Craig client expense versus U.S. resident food expenditures as reported by USDA, Economic Research Service. Food CPI, Prices and Expenditures, Table 15, Per Capita Food Expenditures: 1953 to 2007 (adjusted 4.5% for inflation to reflect 2008 expenditures)
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  • Do you have a Maintenance Program?
  • At Jenny Craig our goal is to help you learn not only how to lose weight, but how to effectively maintain your weight loss as well. The maintenance componet of our Platinum, Rewards, Premium Success or Metabolic Max Memberships helps transition you from Jenny's Cusine® to planning your own menus. During maintenance consultations, you are guided through the Maintenance Mastery Manual to help you "master" the skills essential for continued success.
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  • Do you have an Adolescent Program?
  • The Jenny Craig Program is available to adolescents 13-17 years old, who obtain their parent's written permission, and who do not have health conditions and/or taking medications. The program includes weekly one-on-one consultations, weekly menus and program materials.
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  • How can I find the Jenny Craig centre nearest me?
  • Feel free to use our Centre Locator – by entering your area code, zip code or postal code, and city or state, you'll receive a list of the centres nearest you. You can also call toll-free 1-800-597-JENNY to obtain the same information.
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  • Can I do the program if I'm breastfeeding?
  • Absolutely. Nursing mothers follow a modified calorie level based on the child's age and frequency of breastfeeding. In some cases, doctor approval is required. All breastfeeding mothers will need to wait until their baby is 6 weeks old to enroll; milk supply is being established and weight loss is not recommended during this time. In the United States, breastfeeding mothers will need to get their doctor to recommend a vitamin supplement, as Jenny Craig supplements will not meet their needs.
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  • Can I do the program if I travel a lot?
  • Yes, Jenny Craig offers a full line of shelf-stable, microwavable selections such as Turkey Chili and Chicken Pasta Parmesan. Throw in our other portable items like Honey Oat Bar, Chicken and Tuna Kits and Trail Mix, and you have everything you need for a program on-the-go. For your convenience, all of our travel-friendly foods are indicated in the Menu Planner with a suitcase icon.

    Additionally, with the Jenny Craig At Home option, you can have your consultations over the phone and your food is shipped directly to you (plus the cost of shipping).
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  • Is my Jenny Craig In-Centre membership transferable to Jenny Craig At Home?
  • Yes. Current client memberships are transferable back and forth.
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Jenny Craig At Home

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How does the Jenny Craig At Home program work?
  • Jenny Craig At Home, our private and convenient weight loss program, offers the same great food, tools and personal support as Jenny Craig In-Centre, with the added convenience of having your delicious Jenny Cuisine® and program materials delivered directly to your door, plus the cost of shipping (Less than $2.40 per day). With Jenny Craig At Home, you'll get:
    • One-on-one Weekly Phone Support
      Each week, you'll speak privately with your trained consultant via phone to plan your weekly menu and activities, discuss strategies to overcome challenges along the way, and celebrate your successes. A pivotal part of the Jenny Craig Program, these weekly consultations play a major role in our clients' successes.
    • Convenient Food Delivery – Straight to Your Door
      You'll order your Jenny's Cuisine® from your consultant and receive it right at your door, in one, two or four-week increments via UPS (plus the cost of shipping).
    • A Fit for the Busiest Lifestyles
      If you have a busy schedule, travel frequently, or live far from a local centre, Jenny Craig At Home provides all the benefits of Jenny Craig in the convenience of your own home. Wherever your busy life takes you, Jenny Craig At Home is there for you – when and how you need it!
    Learn more about Jenny Craig At Home.
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  • How are foods shipped?
  • Jenny's Cuisine® food items are shipped in two- or four-week increments via UPS, which typically takes 2 to 3 business days to arrive at your home.
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  • How do my weekly phone consultations work?
  • Each week, you'll speak with your personal consultant for a 15-minute, private consultation. He or she will help you monitor your weight loss progress; encourage you to set personal goals to build a healthy relationship with food, lead an active lifestyle and add balance to your life; provide strategies to handle challenging situations such as dining out, traveling and unplanned changes; and also help you select satisfying and convenient weekly menus that fit into your lifestyle.
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  • Can I do the program if I travel a lot?
  • Yes, Jenny Craig At Home offers a full line of shelf-stable, microwavable selections such as Turkey Chili and Chicken Pasta Parmesan. Throw in our other portable items like Honey Oat Bar, Chicken and Tuna Kits and Trail Mix, and you have everything you need for a program on-the-go. For your convenience, all of our travel-friendly foods are indicated in the Menu Planner with a suitcase icon.

    Additionally, with the Jenny Craig At Home option, you can have your consultations over the phone and your food is shipped directly to you (plus the cost of shipping).
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  • Who can join the Jenny Craig At Home program?
  • Basically anyone who would qualify for one of our local centre programs … and who prefers to lose weight from the convenience and privacy of their own home! Jenny Craig At Home is available to clients in all US territories and Canada. We also service APOs for the military.
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  • What should I do when I receive my shipment?
  • First, open the "Start Here" package and follow the instructions. We also encourage you to look over the Success Made Simple Guide and Week 1 Menu before your first consultation, so you can maximize your time with your personal consultant!
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  • Do you automatically reship me the food?
  • No. When you get to the point where you only have one week of food remaining, you'll place your next food order with your consultant during your weekly phone consultation.
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  • Is my Jenny Craig At Home membership transferable to Jenny Craig In-Centre?
  • Yes. Current client memberships are transferable back and forth.
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Food & Menus

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What can you tell me about your food and menus?
  • Jenny Craig menus model the three key factors for healthy eating: balance, variety and moderation. The delicious Jenny's Cuisine® entrées and snacks featured on the menus have been conveniently packaged into single portions just right for your weight loss needs. All Jenny Craig menus are:
    • Based on the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, offering 100% balance, variety and moderation
    • Low in fat and cholesterol, and high in fiber
    • Chosen to meet your weight loss goals, with calorie levels ranging from 1,200 to 2,300 calories per day
    Your Jenny Craig menu gives you a safe way to practice your new healthy eating style. It shows you how to lose weight without giving up the foods you love – by modeling moderate amounts. We have cookies, cake, meatloaf, macaroni and cheese, even cheesecake! You can enjoy delicious flavor and stay on track to achieve your weight loss goals!

    Delicious gourmet quality Jenny Craig meals and snacks are your first introduction to your new healthier lifestyle. We have planned menus for those who like structure, or you have the freedom to create your own menu by choosing from over 80 individual entrées and snacks. You'll be enjoying three Jenny's Cuisine® meals and one Jenny's Cuisine® snack every day, with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables and other additional grocery foods. Your Jenny Craig foods will be teaching you about portion control and balance, and will also help you to establish sensible eating habits.

    Once you've reached your goal weight, your personal consultant will have helped you strengthen your food preparation skills through healthy cooking techniques and recipes. You will find yourself applying these new skills to planning your own healthy meals for "days on your own" – and establishing healthy new habits for life!
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  • Do I have to buy your food?
  • By following the Jenny Craig menus, you'll be practicing habits like portion control that are essential for healthy weight loss and successful weight management. As you learn strategies to manage social and emotional eating, you'll begin planning your own menus. The ultimate goal of the program is to transition you from Jenny Craig menus to planning your own menus, so that you can learn to shop, cook and socialize with foods.
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  • Are any vitamins or supplements required?
  • Experts say it's very difficult to get all the vitamins, minerals and other nutrients you need on a reduced calorie menu. To help ensure that you receive the balanced nutrition you need during weight loss, your Jenny Craig consultant will work with you to create a personalized menu that may include Jenny Craig supplements in the form of capsules, bars, or shakes.
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  • What kinds of Jenny's Cuisine® food items do you offer?
  • We offer a wide variety of delicious and nutritious breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack items. Because they're so easy to prepare in either a microwave or traditional oven, Jenny's Cuisine® can fit into even the busiest lifestyles. All of our Jenny Craig foods are pre-packaged and pre-portioned, and are available in frozen or shelf-stable formats. Selections range from French Toast with Berries and Silver Dollar Pancakes with Veggie Sausage (breakfast) and Pan Pizza (lunch), to Chicken Fettuccine and Beef Sirloin Bowl (dinner) and Double Chocolate Cake and Cheese Curls (snacks).
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  • Can I choose my own foods?
  • We currently offer structured Planned menus for clients who enjoy having preplanned weekly menus. Our Personalized menu option allows clients to handpick the items they want to eat … so that they can literally design their own weekly menus based on their favorite foods. You can also switch menus from one week to the next, depending on what works best for you. And you can use our convenient online Menu Planner to plan out your weekly meals.
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  • Can I eat out at restaurants while I'm on Jenny Craig?
  • Yes, our menus give you the flexibility of being able to eat at a restaurant and the confidence to make healthy choices. Our Weight Loss Manual actually has entire sections devoted to dining-out strategies, and there are Meal On My Own options available on your menu. You also have the option of eating your Jenny Craig entrée and enjoying your added food servings at the restaurant. Jenny Craig also offers a Dining Out Guide and your consultant will be glad to help you plan sensible eating strategies for these occasions! Just ask your consultant for details, so you can decide the best solution for you.
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  • Will I have to give up alcohol?
  • Although we recommend limiting your consumption of alcohol, your consultant can work with you to fit some alcohol into your menu plan. We can help personalize your menu to include your favorite foods and beverages in moderation!
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  • Should I avoid carbohydrates?
  • No. While advertising and the media have focused a lot of attention on low-carb diets and products, when it comes to successful, long-term weight loss, calories are the key, not carbs. By focusing on calories, you don't need to avoid entire food groups, buy special low-carb products or give up the foods you love.
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  • But won't I lose more weight faster with a low-carb diet?
  • Recent research has disproved the claim that weight loss is faster and greater on a low-carb diet. One clinical trial showed that while subjects lost weight faster initially on a low-carb diet, the amount of weight loss after one year was similar to the group that followed the traditional low-fat approach to weight loss. Restrictive diets, such as low-carb diets, can be difficult to follow for very long, in fact half the Americans who have tried low-carb diets have given them up. For more information read our article about low-carb diets.
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  • What kind of carbohydrates does the Jenny Craig Program include?
  • The Jenny Craig Program includes all foods in moderation. The menu includes fruits, vegetables, grains and low fat dairy – all of which are part of your daily Jenny Craig weight loss plan.
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  • Can I eat pasta on the Jenny Craig Program?
  • The Jenny Craig Program teaches you to balance your food choices and use moderation. That way, you can continue to enjoy your own personal eating style. You can customize your menus to include pasta, cake and other carbs, or a higher protein option that includes nuts, low fat dairy and lean protein. Jenny Craig helps you meet your needs and lose weight the way you want to.
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  • Can I have caffeinated beverages on the program?
  • Yes. If you are a heavy coffee, soda or tea drinker, you may want to consider cutting back – especially if it interferes with your milk or water intake. If you choose to decrease your caffeine intake, do so gradually – cutting your intake in half each week, to avoid caffeine-withdrawal related symptoms.
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  • What if I don't care for one of the fruits or vegetables listed on the menu?
  • Any food not listed in bold-faced type on your menu is an item that can easily be swapped for something else. Just use Jenny's Grocery List in your Success Made Simple Guide!
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  • Do you have Kosher menus?
  • Currently, none of our Jenny's Cuisine® is Kosher certified.
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  • Do you have meatless menus?
  • We have meatless entrée options to fit into any Personalized menu. The meatless options, however, are not vegan and may contain dairy or egg.
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  • Are your menus available online?
  • Yes! We have our Planned menus available, as well as blank templates for our Personalized option… and clients will be able to create and print their menus out before their weekly meeting with their consultant. This gives them more time to make the choices they like… and frees up more time during their consultation to get weight loss strategies, information and motivation from their consultant!
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  • How can I locate a registered dietitian?
  • The American Dietetic Association in the United States provides a free referral number to locate a dietitian in your area. The toll-free number is 1-800-877-1600 x5000.
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  • Can I cook for others on Jenny Craig?
  • If you regularly cook for yourself or others, you'll find our 30 Meals in 30 Minutes Cookbook or the Volumetrics® Cookbook for Jenny Craig great resources for preparing quick and healthy meals. Our delicious recipes are also available for free to anyone who registers on jennycraig.com.
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Consultations & Support

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What emotional support is offered on Jenny Craig?
  • A pivotal part of the Jenny Craig Program, the weekly consultations play a major role in our clients' successes. Not only do we want to support you along your weight loss journey, we want to ensure that you're experiencing a healthy rate of weight loss. In addition, our JennyCare department is staffed with trained, caring Jenny Craig representatives 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need some advice or extra support after hours, feel free to call toll-free 1-800-JennyCare and someone there will be delighted to help you.
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  • What happens each week when I meet with my consultant?
  • Consider your consultant your "partner in weight loss." During your weekly consultations, your consultant will review your progress, address any challenges you may have, help with menu and activity planning and offer weight loss tips and techniques.
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  • What type of training do consultants receive?
  • Jenny Craig prides itself on hiring health-oriented and customer-focused individuals who genuinely enjoy working with people. Once hired, all consultants attend a comprehensive training course and are certified by a Jenny Craig Trainer. consultants also receive monthly continuing education in areas relating to nutrition, motivation and stress management. When clients have special needs or requests, consultants call on our Corporate Registered Dietitians for help.
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  • Do I have to have a weekly consultation?
  • A pivotal part of the Jenny Craig Program, the weekly consultations play a major role in our clients' successes. Not only do we want to support you along your weight loss journey, we want to ensure that you're experiencing a healthy rate of weight loss.
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  • What if I have questions or need support when my centre is closed?
  • Our JennyCare department is staffed with trained, caring Jenny Craig representatives 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need some advice or extra support after hours, feel free to call toll-free 1-800-JennyCare and someone there will be delighted to help you. You may also sign up for our free email Weekly Tips and Monthly Newsletters.
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  • What happens when I first go into a local centre?
  • The best way to find out if the Jenny Craig Program is right for you is to visit a centre for a free informational consultation. During your visit, a Jenny Craig program director will:
    • Ask questions to learn what you're looking for in a weight management program
    • Help you to identify a healthy weight loss goal
    • Provide you with all the program information you need to make a decision
    This consultation is obligation-free. No matter what you decide, you'll leave the centre feeling even more motivated to take action towards a healthier lifestyle!
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  • What if I want to make an appointment on my consultant's day off?
  • If you need to schedule an appointment when your regular consultant is not available, any of the available trained consultants can work with you to set up a plan for your success.
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  • How do my weekly phone consultations work on Jenny Craig At Home?
  • Each week, you'll speak with your personal consultant for a 15-minute, private consultation. He or she will help you monitor your weight loss progress; encourage you to set personal goals to build a healthy relationship with food, lead an active lifestyle and add balance to your life; provide strategies to handle challenging situations such as dining out, traveling and unplanned changes; and also help you select satisfying and convenient weekly menus that fit into your lifestyle.
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  • What types of employees work at your local centres?
  • Centre employees include consultants, who work with clients weekly as "partners in lifestyle change" to motivate them, assist them with their weekly menu and activity planning, and provide them with personalized strategies to help them on their weight loss journeys. Program directors give clients free informational consultations and tours of the centre, and the centre director is responsible for all daily centre operations.
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  • Am I eligible for employment even if I'm not a Jenny Craig client?
  • While losing weight on the program is certainly not a prerequisite for becoming an employee, many staff members have experienced success as clients on the program. Their personal experiences give them an even greater insight into offering clients timely suggestions and encouragement.
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  • How can I become a Jenny Craig employee?
  • Contact the centre nearest you by calling 1-800-597-JENNY. The centre director will let you know the best way to pursue employment opportunities in the area. To view current job openings, please visit our Job Opportunities page.
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Activity & Fitness

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much exercise will I need to do on Jenny Craig?
  • Jenny Craig's exercise component was developed in consultation with the world-renowned Cooper Institute and encourages clients to gradually increase activity through a combination of natural, planned and playful physical activities*. Your Jenny Craig consultant will work with you to develop a personalized, staged approach that starts where you are right now and builds from there.

    In research conducted by the National Weight Control Registry of 4500 individuals who have lost at least 30 pounds and kept it off for one year, it was found that such individuals, on average, are physically active for 60 minutes a day. The good news is, the "exercise" is a combination of walking, resistance, and "natural" activity. The bottom line: it's not a strenuous exercise regimen, but an active lifestyle that makes the difference between maintainers and weight re-gainers. At Jenny Craig, you'll learn strategies for building an active lifestyle to enhance your own success.

    *JAMA. 1999; 281 (4) : 327 - 334
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  • What types of exercise will I do on Jenny Craig?
  • On Jenny Craig, you'll gradually increase your activity through a combination of natural, planned and playful physical activities, learning how to incorporate more activity into your everyday routine.
    • Natural activities include everyday tasks such as washing dishes or light cleaning – even shopping! You'll learn to identify opportunities for activity that you might not be aware of, like walking around during your child's baseball game or vacuuming during the TV commercials.
    • Planned activities make sure your exercise regimen is well-rounded, incorporating cardio, resistance, and stretching. Examples include weightlifting, walking, yoga, kickboxing or aerobic dance.
    • Playful activities give permission for you to take the time to be active without taking quality time away from family and friends. Instead of going to a movie with friends, try dancing, bicycling or joining your kids for tag or basketball.
    Adapted from: Blair, Dunn, Marcus, Carpenter and Jaret. Active Living Every Day: 20 Steps to Lifelong Vitality, Champaign, Illinois: Human Kinetics, 2001.
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  • What if I am already very active?
  • If you're already doing a great job being regularly active, your Jenny Craig consultant will work with you to develop a personalized, staged approach that might include adding some new activities. The best activity plan for weight loss includes cardio, resistance and stretching. If you've focused primarily on moderate-intensity activities like walking or biking, why not boost your metabolism with some resistance training? If you're already doing both, you might focus on the mind/body benefits of stretching activities like yoga. Our YourStyle® Profile will assess what stage you are in when you begin the program. As you progress, we will re-check your stage and continue to tailor your activities.
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  • Do I have to exercise on Jenny Craig?
  • Research has shown that an active lifestyle is a critical factor in successful weight loss. While it's true that physical activity supports consistent weight loss, its role is even more critical in long-term weight loss. In research conducted by the National Weight Control Registry of 4500 individuals who have lost at least 30 pounds and kept it off for one year, it was found that such individuals, on average, are physically active for 60 minutes a day. During your consultations, your Jenny Craig consultant will work with you to identify barriers to physical activity – and help you develop plans to overcome those barriers and stay motivated to follow through. Keep in mind it's not a strenuous exercise regimen, but an active lifestyle that makes the difference between maintainers and weight re-gainers!
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