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The Biggest Loser Season 16 Episodes
Season 16 Episode Guide
18 Episodes 2014 - 2015
Episode 1
Opening Day - Part 1
Thu, Sep 11, 2014 120 mins
Twenty contestants, all former athletes, begin their weight-loss journeys in the premiere of Season 16.
Episode 2
The Knockout - Part 1
Thu, Sep 18, 2014 120 mins
The players are challenged to break through "walls of excuses" and complete an obstacle course while carrying a punching bag. Later, Dr. Huizenga meets with each of the contestants to discuss the results of their medical exams.
Episode 3
Double Header - Part 1
Thu, Sep 25, 2014 120 mins
The contestants test their nutritional understanding before competing in an endurance challenge. Meanwhile, an inspirational "Wall of Glory" reminds them of their athletic days and provides motivation to work harder at the gym.
Episode 4
The Lottery
Thu, Oct 2, 2014 60 mins
A lottery challenge takes place, in which one contestant is selected to go home with a trainer for the week—and the chosen person's weight will be the only one that counts for the team's weigh-in. Meanwhile, the remaining contestants try to keep up with their plans at the ranch without their trainer; and two eliminated players compete at Comeback Canyon.
Episode 5
Sidelined
Thu, Oct 9, 2014 120 mins
The teams are challenged to race through the air across a canyon and then solve a puzzle; and the winners get the chance to sideline one player from the losing team at weigh-in.
Episode 6
The Tailgate
Thu, Oct 16, 2014 60 mins
The contestants face a tailgating challenge, where they are tempted with high-calorie comfort foods. Later, a player discusses emotional issues with his trainer; and Bob receives a gift from a "Comeback Canyon" contestant.
Episode 7
The Drop
Thu, Oct 23, 2014 60 mins
In a pool challenge, the teams are tasked to hold a percentage of their body weight in order to keep their trainers from falling into a pool, and the last-place team loses its trainer for the week. Elsewhere, two eliminated contestants team up at Comeback Canyon; and one contestant gives her trainer a look at her past.
Episode 8
Penalty Box
Thu, Oct 30, 2014 60 mins
The players compete in a challenge involving water and giant treadmills, and the winning team gets a chance to penalize the two losing teams. Elsewhere, Bob Harper advises two Comeback Canyon contestants about setting priorities.
Episode 9
Yes, Coach!
Thu, Nov 6, 2014 60 mins
NFL stars Michael Irvin, Donald Driver and Willie McGinest visit the ranch, where they participate in a football challenge and offer the contestants training advice.
Episode 10
Free Agents
Thu, Nov 13, 2014 120 mins
New teams form after the original groups are disbanded, and the transition is hard for one player. Later, chef Rocco DiSpirito judges a cooking challenge in which the teams must prepare tasty, healthy dishes.
Episode 11
No 'I' in Team
Thu, Nov 20, 2014 120 mins
A sandpile challenge is attempted as the players try to lose 50 pound collectively. Also: Players reflect on their accomplishments and communicate their goals while hiking with their trainers.
Episode 12
The Playoffs
Thu, Dec 11, 2014 60 mins
The teams disband and the players compete on their own for the first time in an obstacle course, with the grand prize being immunity. Later, the trainers surprise the players with videos featuring words of encouragement from loved ones.
Episode 13
Kauai Part 1
Thu, Dec 18, 2014 60 mins
Part 1 of 2. The players head to Hawaii, where they participate in a kayak challenge. Later, a trainer and a player who both fear the open water try snorkeling.
Episode 14
Kauai Part 2
Thu, Jan 1, 2015 120 mins
Conclusion. Contestants face their fears in Hawaii. Included: One player tries rappelling down a waterfall, and another goes rope-swinging through the jungle. Later, the contestants use coconuts to tackle a lacrosse-inspired obstacle course.
Episode 15
Makeover Week
Thu, Jan 8, 2015 60 mins
The contestants get makeovers from fashion guru Tim Gunn and hairstylist Ken Paves, and then they're reunited with loved ones on a rooftop overlooking the Los Angeles skyline. Included: a performance by Gavin DeGraw.
Episode 16
The Comeback
Thu, Jan 15, 2015 60 mins
A player returns to the game and the final five tackle a rowing-and-basketball challenge; one contestant worries about maintaining a healthy lifestyle at home.
Episode 17
End Zone
Thu, Jan 22, 2015 60 mins
Jenna Wolfe visits as a guest trainer and leads a workout for the group; the contestants return to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and run up and down its steps; and the finalists revisit milestones as they watch video packages of their journeys.
Episode 18
Live Finale
Thu, Jan 29, 2015 120 mins
The winner of the $250,000 prize is crowned in the Season 16 finale, and the eliminated players return to weigh in for the $100,000 at-home prize.
