The BEST episodes of Extreme Weight Loss season 1

Every episode of Extreme Weight Loss season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Extreme Weight Loss season 1!

In a unique, non-competitive show about weight loss - unlike anything seen before on television - "Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition" will document the amazing makeover of eight courageous, "super obese" people. Shot over an unprecedented 365 days, the participants set out to safely lose half of their body weight, ultimately revealing an amazing metamorphosis. The term "super obese" defines those who exceed their estimated ideal weight by approximately 225 percent and who are roughly 200 pounds or more overweight. Trainer and transformation specialist Chris Powell ("The 640-Pound Virgin") will guide each of eight participants through their transformation process by moving into their homes with their families or loved ones. By assuring that they have the proper nourishment and exercise movement, Chris will provide a fresh perspective to individuals whose lives have become unmanageable because of their weight. In each of the eight one-hour episodes, the participants undergo a transformation not only of their bodies, but of who they are as individuals. Each stand-alone episode of the series will chronicle one participant's journey to reclaim his or her life.

Last Updated: 9/8/2024Network: ABC (US)Status: Ended
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LaRhonda
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7.45
44 votes

#1 - LaRhonda

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/27/2011

A young woman works to lose weight and in the process must face the secret that lead to her becoming obese

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James
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7.36
47 votes

#2 - James

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/20/2011

Weighing in at 651 pounds, James, a 25-year-old former football player from Fort Worth, Texas, becomes the most obese person trainer and transformation specialist Chris Powell has ever worked with. James must lose 150 pounds to stay on track in the first of his four, three-month phases of weight loss.

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Rachel
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7.30
74 votes

#3 - Rachel

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/30/2011

An ambitious 21-year-old woman who weighs nearly 400 pounds embarks on a one-year challenge in hope of losing weight.

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Alex
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7.25
53 votes

#4 - Alex

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/6/2011

A 23-year-old man tries to fulfill a promise he made to his late mother to lose weight and lead a healthier life.

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7.23
44 votes

#5 - Staci

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 7/18/2011

Staci, 30, a 456-pound married mom caring for her husband and their two young children, while doing her best to keep a positive outlook.

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7.05
41 votes

#6 - Wally

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/11/2011

Wally, 26, a young father who weighs 490 pounds and whose wife is uncertain if her husband will be around to see their daughter grow up.

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Dana
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5.12
49 votes

#7 - Dana

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/13/2011

45-year-old bachelor Dana tries to lose weight and reclaim his life.

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3.42
38 votes

#8 - Krista

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/25/2011

Krista, 34, a devoted mother whose care for her developmentally-disabled daughter has taken a tremendous toll on her 445-pound body.

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