Palm Desert’s J.W. Marriott is now home to the Biggest Loser Resort’s newest venture which opens its doors to guests this September. Palm Desert joins Niagara, NY, Amelia Island, FL, and Chicago, IL, as an option for those looking to transform their life, lose weight and get on the path to good health.   

“We chose the desert because of the community’s focus on health and wellness, and because it is within the drive market from San Diego and Los Angeles,” said President Lesley Carey who worked in the valley for five years during her extensive career in hospitality.  She and her executive staff are working closely with the J.W. Marriott to build their team of trainers, nutritionists, health coaches and program directors which will be hired from within the community. “We realize there is a lot of great talent in the Coachella Valley and feel confident we will build a solid team,” she adds.

The resort is certain to contribute to the local economy as guests are expected from not only Southern California, but across the country and beyond. “The Biggest Loser television show is filmed nationally and in Europe, and our resorts attract many international clients who usually book extended stays,” says Carey.

The standard 7-day program can serve up to 50 guests per week and is certain to introduce many first-timers to the valley and all it has to offer. Packages include accommodations, fitness classes, lectures, all program content and food, but guests also have the time and opportunity to shop, hike and sightsee. “Our average length of stay right now is three weeks, and we have clients who stay as long as six months.”

The Biggest Loser Resort’s program is built around a five-point philosophy: fitness, relaxation and restoration, nutrition, wellness education, community and camaraderie. Guests begin their day at 6am with an array of programming that ends at 6pm. Meals are based on a 1,500 calorie/day count and cooking demonstrations enable guests to take what they have learned home with them. There is a significant focus on community and working together, and those who go through the program often create lifelong friendships.

“When you leave the program, you feel great,” adds Carey. “It’s pretty incredible to see the transformation in people – not only in weight loss, but internally. We change people’s lives and give them the tools to make healthier choices along
the way.”

Carey is very fond of the valley and feels it is a special place to live and work. “We are excited to add the J.W. Marriott and Palm Desert to our family of resorts. With all the valley has to offer, it really is the perfect fit.”

For more information on visit www.BiggestLoserResort.com or call (877) 825.8878.

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