FAQ
How do I win?
The winner will be the participant that loses the largest body fat percentage.
How is the winner calculated?
The winner is calculated by subtracting your current fat percentage from your beginning fat percentage, then dividing that by your beginning fat percentage. This answer is finally multiplied by 100 to generate a percentage. We will calculate to the hundredths position; (2) decimal points.
For the math people:
((Beginning Fat Percentage - Current Fat Percentage) / Beginning Fat Percentage)100.
Will my personal information be on the Website?
No, the only data that will be presented will be your name and the percentage change on a leader board.
How do I get my fat percentage?
A provided scale (Health-O-Meter BFM142DQ-99) is used with each participant to obtain this information.
How often do I have to weigh in?
A minimum of 3. Once at the beginning, your midpoint, and again at the end. However, we do encourage you to weigh-in as often as you would like. This will maintain a leaderboard providing motivation for all.
How much does it cost to enter the contest?
$40
How long does the contest last?
9 weeks (63 days) from your weigh-in date
Do I have to be overweight to win?
No. This contest is based on the percentage of body fat. You can actually gain weight and win, provided you lose body fat percentage.
I don’t want anyone to know how much I weigh. Is my information confidential?
There will not be any weights posted. The only posted information will be the percentage of body fat lost.