Ep 2. Survival of the Fittest
- March 10, 2005
- 45 min
The Contender is a reality TV series that follows 16 professional boxers as they compete for a chance to become the next big boxing star. In season 1 episode 2, titled "Survival of the Fittest," the contestants face their second challenge in the competition.
The episode kicks off with a recap of the previous episode, which saw the boxers getting to know each other and participating in their first challenge. The contestants are now settling into their new living arrangement and getting ready for the next challenge.
Host Tony Danza introduces the boxers to a new challenge where they will be put to the test both mentally and physically. This challenge, called "Survival of the Fittest," is designed to test the boxer's endurance and ability to work as a team. The boxers are divided into two teams, and each team is given a different task.
The first team is tasked with building a raft that can hold the entire team and sail across a nearby lake. The second team is tasked with running a marathon through the nearby wooded area. Both teams have to complete their tasks within a set time limit.
The boxers are excited to take on the challenge and immediately begin strategizing on how to approach the task at hand. The team tasked with building the raft gets to work, gathering materials and constructing the raft.
Meanwhile, the team tasked with running the marathon is getting ready for their challenge. They do some stretching and warm-up exercises before setting off into the woods.
As the clock ticks down, both teams race against the clock to complete their tasks. The teams face various obstacles and challenges along the way, but they continue to push forward.
After several hours of hard work, both teams successfully complete their tasks within the time limit. The contestants are overjoyed with their accomplishment and excited to see what the rest of the competition has in store for them.
The episode ends with a touching moment where the contestants reflect on their experience thus far. They talk about how the competition has challenged them both physically and mentally, but also how they have formed lasting friendships within the group.
Overall, "Survival of the Fittest" is an action-packed episode that showcases the contestants' determination and perseverance. It's an exciting chapter in the contestants' journey and sets the tone for the rest of the competition.