Olivia Ward: Winner of season 11 of NBC's The Biggest Loser http://www.nbc.com/the-biggest-loser/contestants/olivia/ (8.5 million views, 22 weeks on the Biggest Loser Ranch) Professional Mezzo-Soprano Opera Singer Certified Spin Instructor; Triathlete
Currently filming: The CW's Dr. Drew's Lifechangers http://www.lctv.com/ Highlighted recent press: Fitness Magazine, People Magazine, Prevention Magazine, Shape Magazine, US Weekly, TV Guide, OK! Magazine, Live with Regis and Kelly, NBC’s The Today Show, Access Hollywood, E! Twitter page: www.twitter.com/bl11olivia Facebook page: www.facebook.com/bl11olivia Unofficial wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olivia_Ward Blog: www.myfitspiration.com
Olivia's biggest motivation for going on NBC’s The Biggest Loser was being 261 pounds, 35 years old and diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and being told she would likely never have children if she didn't lose weight. As an opera singer, she was also tired of losing coveted roles to people who looked healthier - it wasn't enough to just have a great voice. She received a degree in vocal performance at the University of Alabama, and master's degrees in vocal performance and opera performance from the New England Conservatory of Music. A poor diet and no exercise led to her obesity, and the weight gain continued as she was diagnosed with PCOS when says she "completely gave up."
After spending 22 weeks on the Biggest Loser Ranch, Olivia lost 129 pounds and gained a new happier and healthier life. Olivia continues to maintain that weight loss with 90 minute cardio work out 6 days a week and travels the country to speak about fitness, fashion and all things fun!
Hannah Curlee: Runner up of season 11 of NBC's The Biggest Loser http://www.nbc.com/the-biggest-loser/contestants/hannah/ (8.5 million views, 22 weeks on the Biggest Loser Ranch) Director of Health Engagement for Hospital Corporation of America (HCA Wellness Affiliate H2U) Certified Spin Instructor; Triathlete
Currently filming: The CW's Dr. Drew's Lifechangers www.lctv.com Highlighted recent press: Fitness Magazine, People Magazine, Prevention Magazine, Shape Magazine, US Weekly, OK! Magazine, E!, LXTV and NBC New York Twitter page: www.twitter.com/bl11hannah Facebook page: www.facebook.com/hannahcurlee Blog: www.myfitspiration.com
Hannah has earned a bachelor's degree in communications and public relations at the University of Alabama. In her high school days, she was the homecoming queen and star athlete, but avoided her 10-year high school reunion because, she says, "I was too ashamed to let everyone see what I've become." Weight didn't become an issue for Hannah until she was 20 years old. She had an accident, which resulted in emergency back surgery and ended her collegiate sports career. Feeling defeated, she began to gain weight.
When 32 year old Hannah stepped onto the scale for the first time at The Biggest Loser she weighed 248 pounds and 22 weeks later she wowed 8.5 million viewers, having lost 120 pounds. Today, Hannah tours the country speaking about the importance of nutrition and wellness and maintains her weight loss through cardio workouts and early morning boot camp regiments.