MESA, AZ - If you are looking to lose those extra pounds, a casting event for “Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition” will be held in Mesa this weekend.
The show documents the makeover of courageous, “super obese” people who, in 365 days, set out to safely lose half their body weight.
The term “super obese” is used to define those who exceed their estimated ideal weight by approximately 225-percent and who are roughly 200 pounds or more overweight, according to an ABC press release.
Trainer and transformation specialist Chris Powell guides each of the eight participants through their transformation process by moving into their homes and assuring they have the proper nourishment and exercise movement.
“Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition” will chronicle each participant’s journey as they go about reclaiming his or her life.
There will be a nationwide tour to nine cities in search of participants for season three.
Candidates are asked to either attend an open call in one of the cities or send in a home tape.
Information about how to apply can be found on the official casting website .
The Valley event will be held on February 18 th at Superstition Springs Center 6555 E. Southern Avenue in Mesa, Arizona 85206 from 10am to 4pm.
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