Who is a good candidate for Debra Stefan’s Adult Weight Loss Camp?

A good candidate is coachable, willing to train daily, and ready to adopt new habits in a private residential environment. If you can commit to accountability and follow structured routines, you will succeed here.

How long should I stay at the adult weight loss camp?

A minimum of 30 days produces the best long-term results. Thirty days gives you time to establish consistent habits, adapt to the daily structure, and build the lifestyle you will maintain at home.

What is a typical day like at the camp?

Training takes place both indoors and outdoors on the property, including the sports court and private paved trail. Activities vary based on ability and may include strength training, mobility work, biking, jump rope drills, and supervised meal preparation.

What kind of food will I eat during the program?

Meals are based on whole foods, grass-fed beef, free range chicken, wild caught fish, and organic produce. Groceries are provided, and you prepare meals under supervision so you can continue the same habits at home.

Do I prepare my own meals?

Yes. You prepare meals under supervision in the home kitchen. This teaches real-life skills you’ll rely on after your stay so the results continue long after you return home.

How much exercise will I do each day?

Most guests train up to 3–4 hours per day depending on capability. Workouts are scaled for beginners, older adults, and guests with orthopedic limitations, including joint replacements and mobility challenges. Emphasis is on rest and recovery after workouts.

What are the accommodations like?

Guest rooms are private bedrooms in a real home. Two optional private suites include private baths for an additional fee. The residence overlooks a golf course with expansive desert and mountain views.

How many guests stay at one time?

An average of one to three guests stay at the residence. Debra is the sole trainer-host, and privacy is fully protected. No staff, teams, or outside visitors enter the home during your stay.

Why isn’t the residence open to the public?

The retreat operates under a non-commercial business license inside a gated residential community. For client safety and privacy, the location is not open for public tours and is not listed on Google Places.

What happens during the introductory phone consultation?

We discuss your goals, mobility, medical restrictions, schedule, and expectations. This ensures you are a good fit for the program and confirms your readiness for a structured, residential fitness experience.

Powerlifting Retreats by #1 World Champion

Powerlifting Retreats by World Champion Powerlifter, Debra Stefan

Teaching the Squat, Bench, and Deadlift

Powerlifting Retreats teach Squat, Bench, Deadlift

Powerlifting Retreat Success Testimonial Betsy, age 54

Okay, so I am now a True Believer in powerlifting. Betsy, Age 54, Pennyslvania

Betsy, Age 54, Debra Stefan Fitness Retreat

“Oh my gosh! You’re a powerlifter.”

3-Day Powerlifting Retreat, Debra Stefan Fitness Retreat

After just three days I’m already seeing changes.

Powerlifting Student, Debra Stefan Fitness Retreat

I’m excited to see the progress I can make.

Strength Training Enthusiast, Debra Stefan Fitness Retreat

It’s really simple and I’m just blown away.

Weight Training Client, Debra Stefan Fitness Retreat

Powerlifting Retreats Teach Squat Bench Deadlift Techniques by World Champion Female Powerlifter, Debra Stefan

Powerlifting Retreat: Squat, Bench, Deadlift!

At the private residential powerlifting retreat, your coach, teaches the squat, bench, and deadlift, known as the big three. The most effective exercises provide the best results. If you are willing to put forth the effort, the results come quickly. Your coach, Debra Stefan is the reigning AAU World Powerlifting Overall Female Champion. Most recently, Debra set 2024 World Records at the Drug-Tested International Powerlifting League Championship on 11/14/24 since setting new records at the IPL Nationals on 7/7/25, and again at the Olympia Pro Championship on 10/10/25.

Progression to Powerlifting – The Story Begins

Debra explains, “The backstory begins in 1984 when the first weight lifting gym in town went coed. With my professional chorus dancing career behind me, my interest in strength grows.

To this day, it amazes me that as a bonafide senior, I am setting world records since my first competition in 2021.”

My Lifelong Secret To A Healthy Body Weight

So, I tell my chorus dancing alumni that I am still performing on stage before an audience! That’s right. What some people will do to have their fifteen minutes of fame. Well, the intrigue continues when I “age up” from the 65-69 year old age division to the 70-74 division. Originally, the idea is to attract business to my fitness and weight loss retreat.

At the Powerlifting Retreat, daily habits include nutrition, training, and recovery.

Fitness Champion, Debra Stefan

Years of performing in the physique industry, big stage shows, competitions, and my athletic performances jumping rope, remind me to stay fit. More importantly, I can prove that as a lifestyle training coach, weight lifting overcomes age. Yes, muscle is the fountain of youth. What’s more, ideal bodyweight maintenance and better posture happen at the same time. When you stoke the metabolism, gain muscle and bone density, amazing things happen.

Call to Action

So, if you want to improve your metabolism, physique, and balance, immerse yourself in a specialized powerlifting retreat. Furthermore, even if you have a total hip replacement, Achille’s tendon repair, and multiple bunion and other foot surgeries, you can still lift! Yes, I have all those repairs and more. Yet, total rehabilitation is possible with barbell medicine.

There you have it, Proof!

The powerlifting retreat works for any age. Just go to YouTube and you will see many examples of powerlifting champions up to the ninety-year-olds. I’m thinking that will be me. How about you?

Just so you know, I get that most retreat guests only want to lose weight. However, by now you are hearing about the effect strength training has on weight loss. Therefore, if all you want is weight loss, or a better metabolism, and bone density, start lifting!

And while you are on YouTube, see how I squat with a 203-pound barbell on my back at a contest body weight of 144 and age of seventy. Is that you calling to book your Powerlifting Retreat now?