The Biggest Loser Challenge

What did they GAIN from The Biggest Loser Challenge? Seven past Biggest Loser challengers told us all about it.

Visit our Facebook page to read what they said!

Barb Skluzacek

Barb Skluzacek: The Biggest Loser Challenge taught me being healthy is really a life style change and not something you can accomplish by going on diet after diet.

What will you GAIN when you LOSE?

The Biggest Loser Challenge is New Prague's 12-week weight loss program. Through weekly weigh-ins, group meetings, and special programs, participants compete to see who will emerge as the year's Biggest Loser. Are you up to the challenge?

The 2013 Biggest Loser Challenge runs from January 2 - March 29, 2013 and includes:

Extended Warranty

The Biggest Loser and Winter Warrior Challenge finishes up at the end of March, but that doesn't mean Extended Warrantyyour weight loss needs to end! Sign-up for the Extended Warranty and we will help you maintain your lifestyle change! This 12-week program will provide you with extended accountability and motivation to further your weight loss goals or just to maintain your new weight.

The Extended Warranty Program starts on Tuesday, April 2 and runs through Friday, June 21. Participants will weigh-in weekly at The Fitness Center and prizes will be awarded to the top losers at the end of the 12 weeks.

This program is open to all 2013 Biggest Loser and Winter Warrior participants. Cost is $30. Register today at The Fitness Center front desk.

Weekly Prizes and Team Standings

Every week, the names of the Top 10 Male Losers and Top 10 Female Losers will be posted at The Fitness Center. At the end of the Challenge, all participants are invited to the Biggest Loser Awards Night held in the Jameen Mape Conference Center at Mayo Clinic Health System in New Prague, on Friday, April 1 at 6:30 pm.

Grand Prizes for Top Male and Female Losers, plus additional prizes for teams and individuals, will also be awarded.

Calendar of Events

All contestants are welcome to participate in these special Biggest Loser events, at no additional cost. Advance sign-up is required. Sign up for these sessions at the Fitness Center front desk. Events will be posted as dates and times are finalized.

Kick-off Meeting
Wednesday, January 2 at 6:30 pm
Jameen Mape Conference Center, Mayo Clinic Health System in New Prague

Nutrition (presented by Mary Taylor, RD, CDE)
Thursday, January 10 at 6:30 pm
Jameen Mape Conference Center, Mayo Clinic Health System in New Prague

Supermarket Smarts: Are the items in your grocery cart a healthy choice? (presented by Mary Taylor, RD, CDE)
Monday, January 21 at 6:30 pm
Jameen Mape Conference Center, Mayo Clinic Health System in New Prague

Coborns' NuVal System: A fool-proof system for choosing healthier foods! (presented by Matt Mies, Manager, Coborn's)
Thursday, January 24 at 6:30 pm
Jameen Mape Conference Center, Mayo Clinic Health System in New Prague

Supermarket Smarts: Are the items in your grocery cart a healthy choice? (presented by Mary Taylor, RD, CDE)
Wednesday, January 30 at 6:30 pm
Jameen Mape Conference Center, Mayo Clinic Health System in New Prague

Finale and Awards Night
Monday, April 1 at 6:30 pm
Jameen Mape Conference Center, Mayo Clinic Health System in New Prague

Exclusive Monthly Challenges

Logs and ResourcesResources for Big Losers

Download and print daily logs - then fill them out to track your progress!

Nutrition Journal -

Record your daily food consumption, mood, and emotions. Planning ahead makes it that much easier!

Exercise Log -

Record the details of your daily exercises, including disruptions, distractions, and ideas to stay focused.

Helpful Websites

New for 2013! Exclusive monthly challenges for Biggest Loser contestants only will keep you motivated. Watch for more details coming soon!

 

2012 Biggest Loser Winners2012 Biggest Loser Challenge Winners

2012 Biggest Loser Female Winner Aga Franek and 2012 Biggest Loser Male Winner Ken Brown lost 13.98% and 21.08% of their body weight respectively in just 12 weeks.

Altogether, 39 contestants lost 677.3 pounds.

View standings and photos of the 2012 Biggest Loser Challenge winners.