Many of you have written in with questions about how to apply to be on the show. Instead of getting back to you individually, I decided to post the information for everyone to access.

For more information or to apply, check out the NBC site here.

THE BIGGEST LOSER - SEASON 6 NOW CASTING!

NBC'S THE BIGGEST LOSER IS NOW CASTING TEAMS OF 2 WHO WANT TO COMPETE TOGETHER, LOSE WEIGHT AND SHED THOSE POUNDS ONCE AND FOR ALL!

We are currently looking for outgoing and charismatic TEAMS OF 2 who have personality along with the WANT, DESIRE and COMPETITIVE EDGE to vie for this all-expense-paid chance of a lifetime and compete to win $250,000!

*While we will do our best to see everyone, we guarantee the first 500 people in line will be seen. Please do not line up more than 3 hours before the start time.
*Please bring a non-returnable photo of you and your partner

THE BIGGEST LOSER 6 OPEN CALLS

FEBRUARY 16TH
BOSTON, MA
FELT
533 Washington St.
Boston, MA 02111
10AM - 6PM

DALLAS, TX
UPTOWN BAR AND GRILL
2523 McKinney Ave.
Dallas, TX 75201
10AM - 6PM

CHICAGO, IL
CHICAGO HOME FITNESS
1555 N Halsted
Chicago, IL 60622
10AM - 6PM

ATLANTA, GA
WILD BILLS
2075 Market St.
Duluth, GA 30096
10AM - 6PM

FEBRUARY 23RD
NASHVILLE, TN
THE WILD HORSE SALOON
120 2nd Ave N
Nashville, TN 37201
10AM - 6PM

NEW YORK CITY, NY
NBC STORE
30 Rockefeller Plaza
New York City, NY 10112
10 AM- 6PM

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
BRICKTOWN BREWERY
1 N Oklahoma Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
10AM - 6PM

MIAMI, FL
Location TBA

MARCH 1ST
COLUMBUS, OH
BUCKEYE HALL OF FAME CAFÉ
1421 Olentangy River Rd
Columbus, OH 43212
10AM - 6PM

NORFOLK, VA
Location TBA ..
LAS VEGAS, NV -->

MARCH 8TH
LAS VEGAS, NV
Location TBA

PHOENIX, AZ
Location TBA

LOS ANGELES, CA
Location TBA

SEND IN AN APPLICATION AND VIDEOTAPE ASAP!
You must be at least 18 years of age and a legal resident of the U.S.
**Teams should mail the application and tape(s) together whenever possible.

How to Apply:
Step 1: DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION - CLICK HERE
Step 2: MAKE A VIDEOTAPE (only VHS, DVD or MINI DV will be accepted) AND TAKE A PHOTO OF YOURSELF.
Step 3: MAIL THE APPLICATION, PHOTO AND TAPE TO US ASAP (photo and tape will not be returned)


What to include in your 10 MINUTE videotape:
Show us why you (with your teammate) should be on The Biggest Loser. Make your video as personal as possible. Start with your name(s) and hometown(s). Take us on a tour of your typical day at work and home. Let us know how you and your teammate are connected. Show us, don't just tell us, why you need to lose the weight. Remember, we want to see your personality. Have fun and good luck!

SEND YOUR TAPES WITH APPLICATIONS ASAP TO:
The Biggest Loser Casting
Central Park West Productions c/o
P.O Box 578
Manhattan Beach, CA 90267-0578

Video submissions must be postmarked by February 29, 2008 to be considered.

For questions about submissions, please email thebiggestloser6@yahoo.com  

f you're looking to start jogging, the first step is to purchase new shoes.  Where to start?  Fortunately runners make the same mistakes again and again when they come in to buy running shoes; and you can learn from these mistakes!

Mistake 1: Buying for looks. Sure running shoes can look really cool.  All the major brands release new designs and colors season after season.  But if you concern yourself only with fashion, you'll likely end up with pain and problems.  Prioritize feel and fit over looks.

Mistake 2: Not asking for deals. Show your commitment to getting fit buy joining a local running club.  They usually only cost $20 to join, but you could save 10-20% at the store.  If you buy a couple pairs of running shoes, the membership pays for itself!  Make sure to ask your shoe store if they have discounts for running club memberships.

Mistake 3: Buying shoes that are too small. Get a tight pair of running shoes, and you'll end up with blisters, black toenails, and a subsequent loss of motivation to hit the road.  Women particularly choose close-fitting shoes because that is what they're used too—plus when you're already self-concious about your weight, you get to be self-concious about the size of your feet!  See if you can wiggle your toes.  About a half an inch of room in the forefront is all you need.

Mistake 4: Shopping at the wrong time of day.  In the morning your feet are smaller.  They swell all day until about 4pm.  Shopping in the late afternoon and evening will ensure that your foot is the largest it will get during the day, and you will be sure to get running shoes that are not too small.

Mistake 5: Assuming your size.   Your size in a New Balance is not necessarily your size in a Nike.  Running shoes have different foot forms, different upper shapes, and different ways of being stitched.  Everytime you buy, you should have your foot measured.

So what are your excuses?  You don't need to be racing the New York Marathon to buy a pair of running shoes!  

For more information on running shoes and any other running-related topics visit Runner's World.

Today's popular topics are:

Running Gear |

Jogging | New York Marathon

We listened to your feedback!  Check out the NEW Bob Harper ringtones—fun and totally free! 

Bob reminds you this is your LAST CHANCE workout!

Bob urgest you to take it to another level!

If it had a mother, it's protein!

Bob is so proud of you!

Enjoy!

BOB HARPER!

Bob won with 83 votes.  Jillian came in second with 67.

Thanks to everyone for voting in our poll: Who is your favorite trainer?

We tallied all the comments and messages we received.  Many of you were torn between Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels.  Bob is caring and understanding, but Jillian is tough and no-nonsense.  We agree, all the trainers have different but effective training methods; and it all depends on what kind of motivation is right for you!  If you're dieting, stick with it.  We like to watch the show and pretend we have Bob, Jillian, or Kim as our own personal trainer!

Click Here for a Free Bob Harper Ringtone

Everyone knows that one of the most important ways to burn off loads of calories is by working out.  But when the last time you worked out was in junior high phys ed and you have lots of pounds to shed, the idea of going for a run can seem an impossible feat. 

The good news is you don't have to be a marathon runner to reap the benefits of running.  Jogging and fast walking (the word "running" can be intimidating!) are simple forms of exercise that anyone can do anywhere.  But when you haven't exercised in ages, or maybe in your life, where do you start?

One online running resource gives excellent running tips for beginners.  From running training to running shoes, browse this site to help get you the tips you need and help get you motivated. 

Take your dog for a jog; run around the block with a neighbor.  Today is the day to hit the road and transform your life!

NBC'S THE BIGGEST LOSER IS BACK! WE ARE SEARCHING THE COUNTRY FOR INDIVIDUALS OR TEAMS OF 2 WHO WANT TO COMPETE TOGETHER ON THE BIGGEST LOSER SEASON 5!

HAVE YOU CONSIDERED AUDITIONING FOR THE BIGGEST LOSER  BUT THOUGHT YOU'D RATHER AUDITION WITH A FAMILY MEMBER, CO-WORKER OR FRIEND? THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE!

COME BE A PART OF THE BIGGEST PHENOMENON IN REALITY TELEVISION. We are looking for OUTGOING & CHARISMATIC individuals with PERSONALITY who have the WANT, DESIRE and COMPETITIVE EDGE to vie for this all- expense-paid chance of a lifetime.

NOW CASTING:

TWINS

FAMILY MEMBERS

CO-WORKERS

FRIENDS

RETIREES

INDIVIDUALS

WE'RE LOOKING FOR CONTESTANTS READY TO SHED THE POUNDS ONCE AND FOR ALL!

WHETHER YOU'RE AUDITIONING WITH A FAMILY MEMBER, FRIEND OR ON YOUR OWN, COME TO AN OPEN CASTING CALL OR SEND IN AN APPLICATION AND VIDEOTAPE ASAP!

LAST YEAR'S WINNER LOST 214LBS* AND WON $250,000!!!

TAKE THE FIRST STEP AND AUDITION TODAY!

*results not typical

You must be at least 18 years of age and a legal resident of the U.S. to apply.

How to Apply:

Step 1: DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION   Biggest Loser Application Click Here

Step 2: MAKE A VIDEOTAPE (only VHS, DVD or MINI DV will be accepted) AND TAKE A PHOTO OF YOURSELF (AND YOUR PARTNER, IF APPLICABLE)

Step 3: MAIL THE APPLICATION, PHOTO AND TAPE TO US ASAP (photo and tape will not be returned)

What to include in your 5-MINUTE videotape….

Show us why you should be on The Biggest Loser. Make your video as personal as possible. Start with your name(s) and hometown(s). Take us on a tour of your typical day. If you have a partner, let us know how you and your teammate are connected. Show us, don't just tell us, why you need to lose the weight. Finally, let us know why you (and your partner) are great candidate(s) for the show. Remember, we want to see your personality. Have fun and good luck!

Tape deadline: All tape submissions must be postmarked by Sept 4th.

SEND YOUR TAPES WITH APPLICATIONS TO:

The Biggest Loser Casting
Central Park West Productions c/o
P.O Box 578
Manhattan Beach, CA 90267-0578

COMING SOON:

We will be holding a nationwide casting search in the month of August! Please check the website for upcoming information.

For questions about submissions, please email thebiggestlosercasting@yahoo.com

Fast food places think the only way to get your fish fast is to fry it, then drench it in tarter sauce. But these grilled salmon burgers prove them so wrong, you'll never think of hitting the drive-thru for a quick fish fix. Fire up the grill and dig in!

Ingredients:

1 pound skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch dice

1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard

1 tablespoon grated lime peel

1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger

1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce

1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

Salt

Pepper

Fresh lime wedges and cilantro sprigs

To Prepare:

Lightly coat grill rack with cooking oil spray. Preheat grill to medium-hot.

In the bowl of a food processor, pulse the salmon just enough to grind it coarsely. Transfer the salmon to a large bowl and mix in the remaining ingredients.

Form salmon into four patties and season with salt and pepper. Grill or saute the burgers, turning once, until done, 4 minutes per side for medium.

Garnish with fresh lime wedges and cilantro sprigs.

Yield: 4 servings

Nutritional Values: Fat: 9 g. Carbohydrates: 2 g. Protein: 29 g. Calories: 217 kcal.

Finding the time and energy to get active can be hard, especially if you've been inactive for a long time. Often, though, the hardest time to be active is a few months into your workout plan, when you think you've got the lazy bug licked. About then, you might start thinking "Oh, I can just take this week off."

Soon enough, this week turns into next week and the week after, and so on.

So every time you're about to give up on exercise, read this 7-step list to yourself. Or better yet, tape it up somewhere (like the bathroom mirror) where you're most likely to read it everyday.

1) People who exercise live longer, on average, than people who don't.

Active people have a lower risk of dying from heart disease and stroke, and they're less likely to get high blood pressure.

2) Exercise can help with health problems like type 2 diabetes (exercise can lower your blood sugar levels) and arthritis (exercise helps reduce joint swelling and pain and improves mobility).

3) Exercise makes you "functionally fit," meaning that it's easier for you to carry groceries, do chores, even go to the mall and shop for new (smaller) clothes!

4) Active people are less depressed, and depressed people often feel better after they start exercising.

5) Exercise can save you money. If you can prevent serious (and costly) medical conditions such as heart disease, cancer, and osteoporosis, you will have more money for your other needs.

6) Exercise is fun! Many of the activities you did for play as a child count as exercise. Dancing fast, walking your dog, bicycling, and gardening all strengthen your heart and lungs.

7) SO GO GET FIT!!! YOU CAN DO IT!!!