Jenny Craig combines portion-controlled, prepackaged meals with personalized coaching delivered either at local centers or remotely. It has offered program tiers like Jenny Rewards, On Track and Tune Up, but names, availability and pricing have changed over time. Verify current offerings, dietary options and costs before enrolling, and consult your clinician for medical conditions.
H2: Overview
Jenny Craig is a commercial weight-loss program built around portion-controlled, prepackaged meals plus one-on-one counselling. Historically it offered two main delivery routes: center-based coaching and at-home coaching with shipped meals. The core idea: simplify choices, pair structured meals with behavior support, and use regular weigh-ins to track progress.
H2: Local center option
At a local Jenny Craig center you worked with a personal consultant who reviewed your goals, adjusted meal selections and weighed you privately. Centers typically combined Jenny Craig foods with fresh produce and a tailored activity plan.
Advantages of center visits included face-to-face accountability and on-site coaching. Frequency and formats (in-person vs virtual) varied by location and changed over time, so check current offerings in your area.
H2: At-home option
The at-home plan delivered prepackaged meals and counseling by phone or online. This version aimed to mirror center support for people without a convenient location nearby or who preferred remote coaching. Like the center option, it emphasized portion control, meal planning and weekly progress checks.
H2: Programs and perks (historical and practical note)
Jenny Craig historically offered program tiers and add-ons with names such as Jenny Rewards, Jenny On Track and Jenny Tune Up - marketing labels that bundled discounts, planned menus, workouts and coaching frequency. These brand names and specific inclusions have shifted over time; verify current program names, discounts and digital support before you sign up. 1
H2: What to consider before you join
- Cost: Commercial programs typically carry a meal fee plus coaching fees; total monthly cost varies widely. Confirm current pricing and cancellation policy. 2
- Food preferences: The program relies heavily on prepackaged entrées; ask about vegetarian, gluten-free or other options if you need them. 3
- Medical suitability: If you have diabetes, heart disease or take prescription medications, consult your clinician before starting any structured weight-loss program.
- Long-term habits: Success depends on learning sustainable eating and activity habits for maintenance after prepackaged meals.
Jenny Craig has been a well-known option for people who prefer structured, meal-based weight loss with personalized coaching. Because corporate offerings, center availability and program names have changed since the program launched, confirm current services, costs and local center status before committing. 4
- Confirm whether Jenny Craig currently operates centers in the US and/or Canada and whether it is accepting new clients.
- Verify current program names (e.g., Jenny Rewards, On Track, Tune Up) and what each includes.
- Confirm up-to-date pricing, meal plans and subscription fees.
- Check availability of dietary accommodations (vegetarian, gluten-free) in current menus.
- Verify whether center visits are offered in person, virtually, or both at present.