The Biggest Loser

10 Worst Episodes of The Biggest Loser

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 - S13E8

#10 - Week 8 (Season 13 - Episode 8)

A temptation-challenge winner reorganizes the teams in an unpopular move that creates tension and suspicion among the players. Elsewhere, the teams race to assemble a large puzzle in order to win a special prize.

The episode was rated 7.18 from 11 votes.

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

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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.

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#8 - Kauai Part 1 (Season 16 - Episode 13)

Part 1 of 2. The players head to Hawaii, where they participate in a kayak challenge. Later, a trainer and a player who both fear the open water try snorkeling.

The episode was rated 7.13 from 24 votes.

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#7 - Week 4 (Season 13 - Episode 4)

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The teams compete for exclusive use of the gym during a battering-ram challenge. Bob and Dolvett, meanwhile, try to get through to contestants they feel aren't putting in enough effort to shed pounds.

The episode was rated 7.10 from 10 votes.

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#6 - Episode 11: Season Finale (Season 1 - Episode 11)

After weeks of training and careful eating tactics, the ""Biggest Loser"" is finally chosen, as the season finale comes about. The winner is decided during a live portion of the episode.

The episode was rated 7.10 from 10 votes.

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#5 - Diving In (Season 18 - Episode 5)

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The contestants take a dive into fitness as friendships grow stronger.

The episode was rated 7.09 from 22 votes.

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#4 - Week 18 - Finale (Season 13 - Episode 18)

The 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 all 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 6.73 from 11 votes.

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#3 - Week 3 (Season 13 - Episode 3)

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A Chinese-buffet temptation offers the winner a two-pound advantage at the weigh-in and an opportunity to match up players for a gym challenge. Later, the teams compete in a water-transfer challenge for the chance to video chat with loved ones; a player makes a shocking decision.

The episode was rated 6.70 from 10 votes.

The Biggest Loser - S13E12

#2 - Week 12 (Season 13 - Episode 12)

The contestants go to Hawaii to test their ability to lose weight during vacation. During the trip, the players face off in a trivia contest and a challenge involving tikis and leis. Later, surfer Bethany Hamilton gives the gang surf lessons.

The episode was rated 6.17 from 12 votes.

The Biggest Loser - S16E14

#1 - Kauai Part 2 (Season 16 - Episode 14)

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Conclusion. Contestants face their fears in Hawaii. Included: One player tries rappelling down a waterfall, and another goes rope-swinging through the jungle. Later, the contestants use coconuts to tackle a lacrosse-inspired obstacle course.

The episode was rated 5.94 from 16 votes.

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