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# DIY Reality Contests
The Biggest Loser Inspires People To Create Their Own Weight Loss Groups

By Bianca | Published 2009-02-04 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biggest-loser-diy-group
References: [courant](http://www.courant.com/features/hc-bigloser0204.artfeb04,0,1830499.story)

The Biggest Loser has been one of the most inspiring TV shows to hit airwaves in the last few years; unlike most reality shows, this one creates a positive life-changing impact for a lot of its viewers.

When people see contestants weighing in at over 200 lbs, some reaching into the 300s, their own [weight loss goals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-weight-loss-solution) don’t seem unattainable anymore. This has fueled a new DIY craze in the form of team-supported Biggest Loser inspired weight loss clubs.

Courant.com did a feature story on a group in Madison that participates in 12-week weight-in contests in their own community. Each member puts in $100, which goes toward a grand prize as well as toward weekly rewards like spa treatments or Wii Fits.

While each person takes care of their own meal plans and exercise regimes, the community-fueled competition serves as motivational fuel, especially leading up to [weekly weigh-ins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weight-loss-membership).

Could adding this extra element of [community support](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/runningman) be the missing piece in battling America’s obesity epidemic?

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.4/10
- Popularity: 19% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Community-fueled Weight Loss:** Creating weight loss clubs that offer team-supported competitions can motivate individuals to achieve their weight loss goals.
- **DIY Weight-in Contests:** Organizing 12-week weight-in contests within communities allows participants to have increased motivation and incentives to succeed.
- **Positive Impact Reality Shows:** Reality shows like The Biggest Loser can inspire viewers to take charge of their weight loss goals and create positive life-changing impacts.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fitness and Wellness:** Fitness and wellness industries can tap into the trend of community-fueled weight loss clubs by offering specialized programs and support.
- **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can explore the concept of DIY weight-in contests by creating new reality TV shows or online platforms that promote healthy competitions.
- **Healthcare:** Healthcare providers can utilize positive impact reality shows to educate and motivate individuals towards healthier lifestyles, particularly in fighting obesity.

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