The Biggest Loser

10 Best Episodes of The Biggest Loser - Season 17

The biggest winner is "The Biggest Loser" in this compelling new weight-loss reality drama in which two celebrity fitness trainers join with top health experts to help 12 overweight contestants transform their bodies, health and ultimately, their lives. Caroline Rhea hosts the unscripted, one-hour series in which two competing teams follow comprehensive diet and exercise plans to undergo radical physical makeovers. Unique physical challenges, surprising alliances and irresistible temptations make the competition even tougher for the contestants, who ultimately have to decide which player gets eliminated each week. In the end, "The Biggest Loser" becomes the biggest winner, walking away with a healthier body - and $250,000.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 08, 2023.

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The Biggest Loser - S17E6

#8 - Makeover Week (Season 17 - Episode 6)

It's one of the most eagerly anticipated events of 'The Biggest Loser' season - the fan-favorite makeover episode! Fashion expert Tim Gunn and celebrity hair stylist Ken Paves return to create amazing and inspirational transformations with the remaining seven contestants. And though they still have to stick to their weight-loss routines, there will be no temptation this week. After getting a brand new look from head to toe, the players get to show off their new slimmer selves to loved ones flown in to celebrate their big day. Later, they learn they're competing in a Last Chance Challenge with one of their loved ones for an advantage at this week's weigh in.

The episode was rated 7.15 from 40 votes.

The Biggest Loser - S17E7

#7 - I Got The Power/The Final Cut (Season 17 - Episode 7)

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With only two weeks left on the ranch, Bob welcomes the contestants at a challenge that will tempt the winner with a prize that could change the course of the entire competition. Not only will they win a one-pound advantage for themselves, they'll gain the ultimate power in the game with the ability to give a one-pound disadvantage to one of their remaining opponents. THE FINAL CUT The five remaining players gather for their final challenge, a time-honored tradition of contestants putting back on all the weight they've lost over the course of the season and then shedding it one last time at different stages. The winner receives a coveted prize that could secure their spot as a finalist as the competition goes from five players to three, before next week's live finale when the Biggest Loser and winner of the $250,000 prize will be chosen.

The episode was rated 7.32 from 41 votes.

The Biggest Loser - S17E1

#6 - Money Hungry (Season 17 - Episode 1)

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The episode was rated 7.37 from 59 votes.

The Biggest Loser - S17E8

#5 - Live Finale (Season 17 - Episode 8)

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In this must-see live finale, the 16 contestants from this season return for a special reunion and a chance to weigh in one last time and show America how much weight they've lost since beginning their weight-loss journeys. Those who have been eliminated will compete for the $100,000 "at home" prize. Then it's the moment viewers have been waiting for, when one of the three finalists will be named this season's "Biggest Loser" and win the coveted grand prize of $250,000.

The episode was rated 7.63 from 46 votes.

The Biggest Loser - S17E2

#4 - Taste Test / Keep On Truckin' (Season 17 - Episode 2)

Contestants go to a food court and field trivia questions about unhealthy food before visiting a medical research facility. Later, they pull food trucks, and the winners get tips from Lorenza Garcia while the losing team must eat from the food trucks.

The episode was rated 7.64 from 42 votes.

The Biggest Loser - S17E5

#3 - Homeward Bound/Real World Problems (Season 17 - Episode 5)

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One contestant sends two others home for a week in the first half of this combined episode. In the second half, all the players leave the ranch for a week to see how they face daily real-world challenges.

The episode was rated 7.71 from 45 votes.

The Biggest Loser - S17E4

#2 - Ready? Set. Auction!; Ship Shape (Season 17 - Episode 4)

An auction is held and contestants win top-notch prizes, including a solo workout with Bob Harper. Later, one team win a day of relaxation on a yacht, which they can trade for exclusive gym access.

The episode was rated 7.74 from 42 votes.

The Biggest Loser - S17E3

#1 - Hooked On 'Tronics / The Big Switch (Season 17 - Episode 3)

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The episode was rated 7.81 from 43 votes.

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