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'''The Biggest Loser''' is an Australian reality television show, based on the original American version. It is produced by Crackerjack Productions and screened on Network Ten. It is hosted by AJ Rochester and first debuted on 13 February, 2006, followed by a second season on 4 February, 2007.
The series involves contestants who are overweight to varying degrees participating in a contest to lose the most percentage of weight, with teams and contestants voting each other out. Reprising their roles for season one from the American version of ''The Biggest Loser'' are personal trainers Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels, who are responsible for training the contestants. Their roles were replaced (although they do appear) by two Australian trainers, Michelle Bridges and Shannan Ponton, in the second season.
The primary filming location is Sydney, New South Wales. ''The Walk'', a new addition to this series is filmed at the Bobbin Head National Park, Turramurra, New South Wales.
''The Biggest Loser'' has been parodied since its debut in Australia. The Chaser created a sketch called "The Biggest Muslim". It was about a faux reality TV show in which contestants lost their Islamic faith[1].
Main articles: The Biggest Loser Australia (Season 1)
An Australian version of the program first aired at 7.00pm each weeknight on Network Ten from 13 February, to the final episode on 27 April, 2006 where the first ''Australia's Biggest Loser'' was awarded AUD$200,000. The program featured the same personal trainers as the US version, Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels with Australian host AJ Rochester. Over 6,000 Australians applied to take part, only 12 contestants being chosen to compete, their starting weight ranging from 101kg (Fiona) to 197kg (David).
Main articles: The Biggest Loser Australia (Season 2)
The second season of the Australian version first went to air on Sunday 4 February, 2007 on the Ten Network, the eventual winner being Chris Garling who lost 70.1kg and won AUD$200,000. It was introduced with personal trainers Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels, who were then taken over by two new Australian trainers, Michelle Bridges and Shannan Ponton, with one extra surprise trainer, Ex-SAS "Commando" Steve Willis. The contestants starting weights range from 108kg (Mel) to 216kg (Damien), the heaviest competitor so far out of all versions of The Biggest Loser worldwide. The beginning of this series marked some controversy with a contestant quiting, two leaving on medical terms and the introduction of "The Walk" which gave individual immunity winners unprecedented power as to how the game is played. The latest twist in the game was revealed on 21 March, 2007, where it was revealed to the competitors and viewers that there was a secret weigh-in involving two "outsiders" on the first day. These outsiders (Chris and Kimberlie) had trained daily with the "Commando" whilst still living at home and going living their every day lives. Their entry into the house caused some upset, especially with newcomer Chris recording a big enough weight loss to see him enter the competition as the 3rd biggest loser, and eventually going on to become the season's winner. An eating disorders support group, The Butterfly Foundation[1], commenting on Chris's achievement, warned that such a dramatic weight loss could be a health risk.[2]
A third season is planned for a 2008 release in a similar format as the previous two seasons. Application opened at the end of season 2.[3]
★ The music used in the promotional advertising and the opening and end credits for the show is "Lift" by Shannon Noll.
The Official soundtrack for the TV series was released on 17 March, 2007 featuring various artists such as Kelly Clarkson, Fatboy Slim, Black Eyed Peas, and Shakira.
'Track listing:'
#Shannon Noll - Lift
#Black Eyed Peas - Pump It
#Rogue Traders - Way To Go!
#Kelly Clarkson - Walk Away
#BodyRockers - I Like the Way (You Move) (radio Edit)
#Britney Spears - Do Somethin'
#Pink - U + Ur Hand (clean)
#Charlotte Church - Crazy Chick
#The Killers - Somebody Told Me
#Gretchen Wilson - Redneck Woman
#Groove Armada - I See You Baby
#Pussycat Dolls - Don't Cha
#Shakira - Hips Don't Lie (featuring Wyclef Jean)
#Anastacia - Sick & Tired (jason Nevins Electrochill Remix Edit)
#INXS - Pretty Vegas
#Will Smith - Switch
#Fergie - London Bridge
#Planet Funk - The Switch
#Fatboy Slim - The Rockafeller Skank
#Christina Aguilera - Fighter
'''The Biggest Loser: Change Your Life''' is a paperback book published by ''Hardie Grant Trade'' on March 1, 2007[2] and offers exercises, healthy diets and eating plans based on those used by the contestants. The book also includes motivating advise from the trainers of the second season, Shannon Ponton and Michelle Bridges, and suggestions from former season one contestants.
The book has three chapters: 'Ready', gives a summary of exercises and diets. 'Set', has over 60 healthy recipes and further detail about exercises. 'Go' [3]. The exercise plans covered include a two-week "KickStart Plan" and a three-month "LifeStyle Program" [4].
★ ISBN 1740 665 007
★ ISBN 9781 740 665 001
★ List of Australian television series
1. Still of ''The Biggest Muslim'' parody by The Chaser
2. Hit show slammed Catherine Lambert
3. The Biggest Loser Series 3 - Have you got what it takes? - Application for series 3. URL accessed April 27 2007
★ Official Network Ten Site: The Biggest Loser (Australia)
★ Official Biggest Loser Club
'Hosts/Trainers'
★ Ajay Rochester's Official Site, and Healthy Body Club (Host)
★ Bob Harper Official Site (US Trainer)
★ Jillian Michaels Official Site (US Trainer)
★ Commando Steve's Official Site (Surprise Trainer)
'''The Biggest Loser''' is an Australian reality television show, based on the original American version. It is produced by Crackerjack Productions and screened on Network Ten. It is hosted by AJ Rochester and first debuted on 13 February, 2006, followed by a second season on 4 February, 2007.
| Contents |
| About the series |
| Seasons |
| Season 1 (2006) |
| Season 2 (2007) |
| Season 3 (2008) |
| Music |
| Soundtrack |
| Book |
| See also |
| Notes and references |
| External links |
About the series
The series involves contestants who are overweight to varying degrees participating in a contest to lose the most percentage of weight, with teams and contestants voting each other out. Reprising their roles for season one from the American version of ''The Biggest Loser'' are personal trainers Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels, who are responsible for training the contestants. Their roles were replaced (although they do appear) by two Australian trainers, Michelle Bridges and Shannan Ponton, in the second season.
The primary filming location is Sydney, New South Wales. ''The Walk'', a new addition to this series is filmed at the Bobbin Head National Park, Turramurra, New South Wales.
''The Biggest Loser'' has been parodied since its debut in Australia. The Chaser created a sketch called "The Biggest Muslim". It was about a faux reality TV show in which contestants lost their Islamic faith[1].
Seasons
Season 1 (2006)
Main articles: The Biggest Loser Australia (Season 1)
An Australian version of the program first aired at 7.00pm each weeknight on Network Ten from 13 February, to the final episode on 27 April, 2006 where the first ''Australia's Biggest Loser'' was awarded AUD$200,000. The program featured the same personal trainers as the US version, Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels with Australian host AJ Rochester. Over 6,000 Australians applied to take part, only 12 contestants being chosen to compete, their starting weight ranging from 101kg (Fiona) to 197kg (David).
Season 2 (2007)
Main articles: The Biggest Loser Australia (Season 2)
The second season of the Australian version first went to air on Sunday 4 February, 2007 on the Ten Network, the eventual winner being Chris Garling who lost 70.1kg and won AUD$200,000. It was introduced with personal trainers Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels, who were then taken over by two new Australian trainers, Michelle Bridges and Shannan Ponton, with one extra surprise trainer, Ex-SAS "Commando" Steve Willis. The contestants starting weights range from 108kg (Mel) to 216kg (Damien), the heaviest competitor so far out of all versions of The Biggest Loser worldwide. The beginning of this series marked some controversy with a contestant quiting, two leaving on medical terms and the introduction of "The Walk" which gave individual immunity winners unprecedented power as to how the game is played. The latest twist in the game was revealed on 21 March, 2007, where it was revealed to the competitors and viewers that there was a secret weigh-in involving two "outsiders" on the first day. These outsiders (Chris and Kimberlie) had trained daily with the "Commando" whilst still living at home and going living their every day lives. Their entry into the house caused some upset, especially with newcomer Chris recording a big enough weight loss to see him enter the competition as the 3rd biggest loser, and eventually going on to become the season's winner. An eating disorders support group, The Butterfly Foundation[1], commenting on Chris's achievement, warned that such a dramatic weight loss could be a health risk.[2]
Season 3 (2008)
A third season is planned for a 2008 release in a similar format as the previous two seasons. Application opened at the end of season 2.[3]
Music
★ The music used in the promotional advertising and the opening and end credits for the show is "Lift" by Shannon Noll.
Soundtrack
The Official soundtrack for the TV series was released on 17 March, 2007 featuring various artists such as Kelly Clarkson, Fatboy Slim, Black Eyed Peas, and Shakira.
'Track listing:'
#Shannon Noll - Lift
#Black Eyed Peas - Pump It
#Rogue Traders - Way To Go!
#Kelly Clarkson - Walk Away
#BodyRockers - I Like the Way (You Move) (radio Edit)
#Britney Spears - Do Somethin'
#Pink - U + Ur Hand (clean)
#Charlotte Church - Crazy Chick
#The Killers - Somebody Told Me
#Gretchen Wilson - Redneck Woman
#Groove Armada - I See You Baby
#Pussycat Dolls - Don't Cha
#Shakira - Hips Don't Lie (featuring Wyclef Jean)
#Anastacia - Sick & Tired (jason Nevins Electrochill Remix Edit)
#INXS - Pretty Vegas
#Will Smith - Switch
#Fergie - London Bridge
#Planet Funk - The Switch
#Fatboy Slim - The Rockafeller Skank
#Christina Aguilera - Fighter
Book
'The Biggest Loser: Change Your Life' book cover
'''The Biggest Loser: Change Your Life''' is a paperback book published by ''Hardie Grant Trade'' on March 1, 2007[2] and offers exercises, healthy diets and eating plans based on those used by the contestants. The book also includes motivating advise from the trainers of the second season, Shannon Ponton and Michelle Bridges, and suggestions from former season one contestants.
The book has three chapters: 'Ready', gives a summary of exercises and diets. 'Set', has over 60 healthy recipes and further detail about exercises. 'Go' [3]. The exercise plans covered include a two-week "KickStart Plan" and a three-month "LifeStyle Program" [4].
★ ISBN 1740 665 007
★ ISBN 9781 740 665 001
See also
★ List of Australian television series
Notes and references
1. Still of ''The Biggest Muslim'' parody by The Chaser
2. Hit show slammed Catherine Lambert
3. The Biggest Loser Series 3 - Have you got what it takes? - Application for series 3. URL accessed April 27 2007
External links
★ Official Network Ten Site: The Biggest Loser (Australia)
★ Official Biggest Loser Club
'Hosts/Trainers'
★ Ajay Rochester's Official Site, and Healthy Body Club (Host)
★ Bob Harper Official Site (US Trainer)
★ Jillian Michaels Official Site (US Trainer)
★ Commando Steve's Official Site (Surprise Trainer)
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