The Biggest Loser
Benefitting the Houston Food Bank
6-week, self paced challenge to lose the highest percentage of weight.
Ready to tip the scale? All finishers earn a T-SHIRT!
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students + Rec Center Members
Challenge Dates
6 Weeks: 10/2 - 11/10
First Weigh In: Monday, 10/2 between 5:30AM - 2:30PM
Weekly Weigh In: Monday and Friday between 5:30AM - 2:30PM
Final Weigh In: Friday, 11/10 between 5:30AM - 2:30PM
Registration "Fee"
Includes: T-SHIRT for all finishers, motivation, accountability + award for The Biggest Loser
15 non-perishable food items due by first weigh—in.
Items will be donated to the Houston Food Bank.
Rules
Everyone must weigh in on the same scale! Numbers are based on weight loss percentage.
First Weigh In = 15 Non-Perishable Food Items (Unless turned in at registration.)
Weekly Weigh In = 1 Non-Perishable Food Item per Week
Missed Weigh In = 2 Non-Perishable Food Items
No Weight Loss = 1 Non-Perishable Food Item
Weight Gain per Pound = 1 Non-Perishable Food Item per Pound
Awards
All finishers earn a T-SHIRT + The Biggest Loser wins their choice of:
1-Initial Consultation and Fitness Assessment
1-Month Rec Center Membership
Registration
Enrollment is open 9/5 to 9/30.
To register, sign up here!
Questions?
Contact Corey at corey.jefferson@uth.tmc.edu or 713-500-8427.
Bench Press Competition
1-rep max competition to see who can put up the most weight!
Multiple categories available for weight and sex.
A Personal Trainer will spot for safety.
Eligibility
Open to All UTHealth Students + Current Rec Center Members
50 Participant Maximum
Spots are Limited to 50 Participants!
Competition DatesDepending on the turn out, it should only take a few minutes!
Stop by anytime during one of these windows:
Tuesday, 10/17 from 12-1PM or 5-7PM
Wednesday, 10/18 from 12-1PM or 5-7PM
Entry "Fee"
Includes: T-SHIRT for the first 50 finishers, SWEATSHIRT for Division Winners and friendly competition!
FREE for UTHealth Students and Rec Center Members
Registration
Enrollment is open from 9/25 - 10/16.
To register, sign up
here!
HeartCode Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Professionals
American Heart Association Certification Course (Combination eLearning + In-Person)
Recognize life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED + relieve choking safely.
Blended learning combination of self-directed eLearning (online portion) followed by a hands-on (in-person) session.
Online and in-person sessions require separate fees and registrations.
Certification by American Heart Associated is valid for 2 years upon successful completion of course.
Eligibility
Open to UTHealth Students, Rec Center Members, All Other TMC Institutions + UT System Alumni
Dates
Offered the 2nd Tuesday of Every Month:
September 12th
October 10th
November 14th
December 12th
*Minimum # of participants must be met the Friday prior to class.
Times
12:00 - 1:00PM (For up to 6 participants.)
1:15 - 2:15PM (If 12:00PM class is full.)
2:30 - 3:30PM (If 1:15PM class is full.)
Participants will be assigned a class time upon enrolling.
Registration prior to day of class is recommended!
Entry Fee
Online Portion
Paid directly to the American Heart Association:
$34
Hands-On Session
Paid directly to the Recreation Center:
$25 - UTHealth Students
$32 - Current Rec Center Members
$40 - All Other Texas Medical Center Institutions or UT System Alumni
Registration
Step 1: Visit https://shopcpr.heart.org/heartcode-bls to purchase + complete online training portion.
Step 2. Complete Registration Form, bring printed eLearning certificate + payment to the Rec Center to enroll for required hands-on session.
*******eLearning certificate must be submitted at time of hands-on registration.
