New Mexico Jackpot Weight-Loss Challenge

Start the New Year with a new you and get fit in time for spring! Join The 4th Annual New Mexico Jackpot Weight-Loss Challenge!

We’ve partnered with HealthyWage to offer you the chance to win cash for losing weight in a fun and friendly weight loss competition. Join us and compete against New Mexico State University, CNM, and Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center in a 12-week weight loss challenge to win cash prizes and bragging rights in New Mexico. Last year each participant won $196!

As an added bonus, your friends and family are welcome to join the challenge! Teams of family and friends, do exceptionally well!

Challenge Dates: February 15 - May 10

How it works

Sign up and make a team of 4-9 players with coworkers, friends, and/or family.
The cash pot grows with each player who joins the challenge.
The goal: Help your team lose at least 6% of their starting weight in 12 weeks to guarantee your share of the Jackpot!
The Challenge costs $70 or $23.33/month for three months and starts on February 15.
If you don't know people taking part, we'll match you with a team of new friends.
Get your weight verified twice - once at the start and once at the end.
There are tips, guidance, and games included to keep you going and help you hit your weight-loss goals.
Your winning payout will never be smaller than your investment; usually much more.

How to Weigh In

You have several options to have your weight verified. We recommend video verification through the HealthyWage app.

Use the HealthyWage Mobile App (recommended)

Download the HealthyWage Mobile App (iOS or Android) and follow these simple and easy directions.

Attend a weigh-in at the following location:

Friday, February 15, 2019

9:30 am – 11:00 am
Business Center, HR Service Center (Suite 1400)

If your department has 6 or more participants wanting to verify weight, contact Employee Wellness to make an appointment.

Additional Options

HealthyWage has several weigh-in verification options on their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I join?

Because it works, it's a lot of fun, and you can win big! Team weight-loss is exciting and effective because it harnesses the power of positive peer pressure, the excitement of achieving goals with teammates, and the thrill of competition with big cash prizes. Participants in these contests have lost hundreds of thousands of pounds!

How does it work?

The Jackpot Challenge is a 12-week weight-loss challenge where teams of 3-5 compete to win cash prizes. Every team that enters puts money in the pot. Teams that lose an average of 6% body weight over the 12-week period win the challenge and split the pot evenly (minus HealthyWage’s 25% administration fee). As a winner, you can expect to win more than you’ve paid in!

How much does it cost?

The entrance fee is $20.00/month (or $60) per person.

How do you help me stay on track during the twelve weeks?

The Jackpot Challenge is based on team support and motivation, which provides accountability and success. To make it lots of fun, each week we provide you with tips and tricks to help you and your team stay on track.

Do I need a team?

Yes, it's a team-based weight-loss challenge. You can have your family, friends, or coworkers on your team. If you don't have a complete team, don't worry – we will match you up with new friends when the contest starts (we make sure everyone is on a team).

Do I need to have my weight verified?

Yes, twice: once at the beginning (anytime on or after the start date) and once at the end (within two weeks before, or on the end date) of the program. To get your weight verified, you have two options: (1) it's easy to get verified at home by making a private weight verification video following these instructions or (2) you can get your weight verified by any fitness professional (e.g., your health club, doctor, or as part of your normal Weight Watchers weigh-in). If you do not belong to Weight Watchers or a health club, many health clubs are willing to help out – be sure to call ahead. Note: if you are a corporate participant, please stand by; we will automatically send you a list of weigh-in centers the week of the contest start date.

How do you calculate a team's percentage weight-loss?

We take the average of each team member's weight-loss percentage, rounded to the nearest tenth (for example 5.1743% would be rounded to 5.2%). To calculate your individual weight-loss percentage, take the number of pounds you have lost divided by your starting weight.

Can I participate if I am pregnant?

No. But you can sign up if you've recently had your baby, if your doctor says it's okay.

Can I participate if I am on weight-loss pills, or if I have had or am planning to have bariatric surgery?

You may not participate if you are having surgery during the challenge or one year prior. For weight-loss pills consult a physician; you can only participate with advanced doctor approval.

Do I have to live in the same city as my teammates?

No! You and your teammates can live in different parts of the country, and get weighed-in at different locations.

Do I have to get a membership or a personal trainer at the gym where I weigh in?

No. You are under no obligation to any health club weigh-in station. While we encourage you to support our sponsors and partners, the weigh-ins are free and without obligation.

Will others see my weight information?

No. No one else will see your actual weight (including your employer). Only your percentage weight loss will be visible to other users.

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