"Biggest Loser Asia" taps Fitness First for Live Auditions in the Philippines

Fitness First will host the upcoming launch of the Biggest Loser Asia which is coming to Asia for the first time. One of its objectives is to help change the lives of people around the world towards the positive direction.

Live screen test auditions for participants who want to be part of the show will be held in Fitness First gyms around Asia. In the Philippines, live screen test auditions will be held exclusively at Fitness First at SM Megamall on the 15th of August 2009 (Saturday) from 10am-4pm, the same day as the "Let's Go Surfing" event.

Debuting in the US in 2004 with NBC reality television, the Biggest Loser has become a worldwide hit viewed by millions, airing in over 90 countries and produced in 25 countries. This is the first reality show where obese contestants are challenged and encouraged under guided expert supervision to undergo strenuous physical and mental training in order to shed kilos. The contestant who loses the most weight not only wins a grand cash prize of USD 100, 000 but also gains a healthier and better quality life!
Biggest Loser Asia aims tol help change the lives of obese Filipinos who want to take up the challenge of shedding bad lifestyle habits and embracing healthier ones. The Biggest Loser Asia does not only look into the physical challenges of the contestants’ personal journeys but also their emotional and psychological trials and tribulations as they lose the kilos, inspiring and empowering others to do the same.

“We are extremely excited about being a part of The Biggest Loser weight loss reality TV show in Asia. This is a great opportunity for the Filipinos to show their dedication and commitment to staying fit and healthy” quips Fitness First Philippines’ Country Manager, Mark Ellis,

Anyone can apply online from June 22, to August 31, 2009 at www.biggestloserasia.com (click here) and/or turn up at the LIVE auditions and on screen test events at the four selected countries in Asia which are the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia.

LIVE auditions and screen tests in the Philippines will be held from 10:00am – 4:00pm at Fitness First at SM Megamall, Philippines on the 15th of August.

You may watch The Biggest Loser US version season 6 now on the Hallmark Channel, every Tuesday at 9pm (SIN, MAL, PH, HK), 8pm (TH, WIB).

To join the Biggest Loser Asia or for inquiries, please call 848-0000 or visit www.fitnessfirst.com.ph.