Ep 1. Episode 701
- TV-PG
- January 6, 2009
- 83 min
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6.1 (7)
The Biggest Loser is a popular reality TV show centered around a weight loss competition. In season 7, episode 1 (Episode 701), the show kicks off with a fresh set of 22 contestants, all eager to shed pounds and get fit.
The episode begins with a glimpse of the contestants' lives before the show. Viewers get a brief overview of their stories and challenges, including family health history, self-confidence issues, and poor eating habits. From a teacher to a football coach, from a stay-at-home mother to a former beauty queen, the contestants demonstrate that anyone can struggle with weight issues.
After meeting host Alison Sweeney and trainers Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels, the contestants undergo a series of evaluations to determine their starting weights, body mass indexes, and health risks. The scales show some pretty alarming numbers, with some contestants tipping the scale at over 400 pounds.
Next, the contestants gather for a challenge that tests their physical and mental strength. The contestants are split into blue and black teams and tasked with pushing a train car filled with sandbags. The team that pulls the car to the finish line the fastest wins immunity for its members at the weigh-in.
The challenge is grueling, with many of the contestants barely able to keep up. However, all of the competitors push through the pain, and the blue team wins by a narrow margin. As a reward, the blue team gets to go shopping for their workout gear, while the black team is stuck using the basic equipment provided by the show.
As the first week progresses, the contestants get to work with their trainers and learn more about health and fitness. Bob and Jillian put the contestants through intense workouts and encourage them to make healthy food choices. Some of the contestants struggle with the workouts, while others struggle with their cravings for unhealthy food.
As the week comes to a close, it's time for the first weigh-in. The contestants are nervous but determined to see some progress. Each team gets to weigh-in separately, with the team captains going first.
The weigh-ins reveal some incredible weight loss results, with several contestants shedding double-digit pounds in just one week. The blue team is excited to have immunity, but the real drama comes when the black team falls below the yellow line. The two contestants with the lowest percentages of weight loss face the possibility of elimination, with their teammates voting to decide who goes home.
Overall, Episode 701 of The Biggest Loser is an emotional and inspiring start to a new season. The contestants show incredible courage and determination as they face their struggles head-on. The trainers push them to their limits and offer invaluable advice and support. With so much at stake, the competition promises to be both intense and heartwarming.