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Lose to Win Weight Loss Challenge

15th Annual “Lose to Win” Weight-loss Challenge

May 30 to September 5, 2023

Think you’ve got what it takes to lose? This 14-week weight-loss challenge is designed to jump start you to achieving a more fit, healthier you.

New Format in 2023!*

*New Format

  • We have eliminated the team concept
  • All participants will compete as individuals
  • Prizes will be based solely on individual weight-loss percentages
  • Although there are no teams, coaches are still available to assist in the gym, and lead classes in the gym and occasionally on the weekend off-site.

The Challenge Benefits

  • Fun and challenging way to become healthier!
  • Learn how to exercise and eat for better health
  • 14-week membership to Fitness MD 24-7 Gym and all classes included ($175 value)
  • Potential to win $1,000 to $300, plus a one-year membership to Fitness MD 24-7 Gym to continue your new, healthier lifestyle (only one prize package per person)
  • A body composition evaluation, which measures body fat, muscle, total body water and body mass index (BMI).This is an added value included in your entry.

Entry Fee

  • $119 early-bird fee before May 12, 2023
  • $139 entry fee from May 13 to May 30, 2023

Registration

  • Register at Fitness MD 24-7 Gym, 320 East Main Street, through May 30, 2023

    Eligibility

    • Be at least 18 years of age
    • Have at least 20 pounds to lose
    • Have a body mass index (BMI) of more than 30
    • Commit to exercising and/or attending fitness workshops/education classes a minimum of three times per week.
    • Consult with your physician to ensure you are physically able to participate in a challenge of this nature
    • Fill out a consent and release of liability form for Barstow Community Hospital, Fitness MD 24-7 Gym, challenge partners
    • Cannot have had weight-loss surgery (including, Lap Band, gastric bypass, bariatric, or other) in the past 12 months
    • To be eligible for any prize, you cannot have won more than one challenge prize in any of the previous 14 challenges.
    • Complete a W9 tax form in the event you win a cash prize

    * Restrictions apply. The presenters reserve the right to make changes to the challenge as necessary and all committee decisions are final.

    14-Week Challenge

    • Tuesday, May 30, 2023 to Tuesday, September 5, 2023

    Pre-Event Kick-Off Reception

    • Kick-Off Event: Los Domingo’s Restaurant, Thursday, June 1, 6-8p.m.
    • A social event to meet your fellow contestants
    • Introductions by the gym staff
    • Light refreshments

    Initial Weigh-In

    • May 30 through June 1, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Fitness MD 24-7 Gym (320 East Main St., Barstow)
    • An initial weigh-in photo will be taken as a way to document participant’s progress throughout the challenge. (Photos will not be used in promotional pieces, ads or events without the written consent of the participants.)
    • Each participant’s starting weight will be recorded in a private room at Fitness MD 24-7 Gym and kept strictly confidential. At no time will weights be posted or announced. Only the amount of weight lost for each individual and/or his/her weight-loss percentage will be announced.

    Challenge Weigh-Ins

    (Each contestant will be responsible for having his/her weight officially recorded to be eligible.)

    • July 10 through July 11, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fitness MD 24-7 Gym
    • July 31 and August 1, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fitness MD 24-7 Gym
    • August 14 and August 15, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fitness MD 24-7 Gym

    Final Weigh-In

    • Tuesday, September 5, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fitness MD, 24-7 Gym
    • Each contestant must weigh-in for final percentage of weight loss. This weigh-in will be used for final results.
    • Final weigh-in photo will be taken as a way to document the participant’s progress through this challenge. (Photos will not be used in promotional pieces, ads or events without the consent of the participants.)

    Challenge Awards/Recognition

    • Winners will be announced at the Lose to Win weight-loss challenge awards ceremony (COVID-restrictions permitting with location to be determined)
    • Winners will be determined by largest percentage of weight loss.
    • The following prizes** will be presented to the winners:
      • Individual Winner: Individual with the highest weight-loss percentage will receive $1,000 and a one-year membership to Fitness MD 24-7 Gym.
      • Individual Runner-up: Individual with second highest average weight-loss percentage will receive $500 plus a one-year membership to Fitness MD 24-7 Gym. 
      • Individual Placing 3rd through 10th: Individuals placing 3rd through 10th with the highest weight-loss percentage will receive $300 and a six-month membership to the Fitness MD 24-7 Gym.

    **Limit of  two lifetime challenge prizes.
    Checks ready for pick-up by October 1, 2021. Restrictions apply. The presenters reserve the right to make changes to the challenge as necessary and all committee decisions are final.

    For questions about the weight-loss challenge, contact Fitness MD 24-7 Gym at 760-255-3639; 320 E. Main Street • Barstow, CA 92311 •>FITNESSMD247.COM