The Biggest Loser · SEASON 5
Special Guest Appearance by Jillian's Mom
Episode 7 · 2008-02-12
- Reality
Episode overview
It's nearly the halfway point of the season, so the contestants celebrate the occasion with a challenge involving the total of their weight lost to date. Plus, they receive an inspirational visit from their doctor to assess their health advances. There's also a surprise guest trainer - Jillian Michaels' mom, a psychotherapist, who helps the contestants begin to understand the issues in their past that have contributed to their weight gain. Then another elimination round leads to a heartbreaking farewell, as one more player is sent home.
90 minutes
Season 5 episodes
1. They Got Fat Together, Can They Get Thin Together?2008-01-01
2. Contestants Face Barbecue Temptation and Giant Seesaw Challenge!2008-01-08
3. Tensions Run High As This Week's Challenge Causes Rifts Among Players2008-01-15
4. One Outcast Duo Squares Off Against All the Rest2008-01-22
5. Surprise Escalator Challenge Changes the Game Forever2008-01-29
6. Celebrity Chef Rocco DiSpirito Guest Stars2008-02-05
7. Special Guest Appearance by Jillian's Mom2008-02-12
8. Contestants Reunited With Loved Ones2008-02-19
9. One Team Surprised With Trip to Vegas2008-02-26
10. Contestants Tackle One of the Biggest Challenges in Show's History2008-03-04
11. All Contestants Return to Ranch in Surprise Twist2008-03-11
12. Contestants Made Over by Fashion Guru Tim Gunn2008-03-18
13. Competition Heats Up With Only Six Contestants Left2008-03-25
14. Last Five Contestants Get Surprise Trip to Australia2008-04-01
15. Surprise Game-Changing Twist in Last Episode Before Live Finale2008-04-08
16. "Biggest Loser" Revealed in Season Finale2008-04-15
