If they want to win, first theyıre going to have to lose.
The 12 men and women selected to participate in The Greatest Loser feel like theyıre up to the task.
Sponsored by the Joplin Family Y, itıs a contest, but one that will teach participants effective ways to exercise, lose weight, improve their nutrition and live healthier lifestyles.
Follow along over the next three months as the participants discuss the challenge and their progress.
Meet the Greatest Losers
Dierdre Schofield
Where from: Carl Junction
Age: 44
Desired weight loss: 130 pounds*
Susan Ryan
Where from: Webb City
Age: 48
Desired weight loss: 54 pounds
Karla Auguste
Where from: Joplin
Age: 38
Desired weight loss: 67 pounds