These Women Won Serious Money For Losing Weight - The Winning Skinny (2024)

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“I have so much more energy!” exclaims Meg Gallardo describing life after her recent weight loss transformation through HealthyWage. “I’m playing with my kids and I’m more confident in my relationship with my husband.”

“When I started this journey, I was a bursting at the seams with a size 14 and now I’m a size 6. I’ve never purchased size 6 clothing before.”

Two years ago, Meg weighed over 200 pounds — and she wanted a change.

“I was over 200 pounds and this time it wasn’t because I was pregnant,” she says. “I was just tired and unhappy. I thought ‘I don’t want to feel like this on my next birthday.’”

Meg started participating in fitness challenges, and when a fellow challenger mentioned HealthyWage, Meg became intrigued. “I thought it was a good compliment,” she recalls.

Meg bet $52 per month for twelve months that she would lose 52 pounds.

When her final weigh-in confirmed she beat her goal and lost 53 pounds, she won $2,028.69!

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Get Paid to Lose Weight — Seriously

It sounds too good to be true, we know. But after talking with these HealthyWager winners, we confirmed that if you stick to your goal and lose the weight you say you’re going to, HealthyWage pays you. It’s as simple as that.

Check out these other recent HealthyWager success stories:

Kayla C. bet on herself that she’d lose 50 pounds in six months. She reached her goal, winning $1,358.27!

Brooke E., who found out about HealthyWage from her coworker, lost 50 pounds in 9 months and won $1,506.96!

Find the Motivation You Need

For Jessica Cummings, it was about slimming down for her best friend’s wedding. Once a collegiate athlete, Jessica had gained weight over the years due to long work hours and studying for exams. When her friend approached her to be a bridesmaid in her upcoming wedding, Jessica knew she needed help losing weight so could fit into her bridesmaid dress.

After seeing an ad for HealthyWage online, Jessica immediately signed up and bet $100 per month for 6 months — she wanted to lose 50 pounds.

She then planned out her new exercise and diet schedule. By removing carbs from her diet and focusing on protein and veggies, Jessica saw the weight begin to fall off. In addition, she returned to a dedicated workout schedule with cardio and strength training every morning and hot yoga in the evenings after work.

Jessica crushed her goal, losing 67 pounds and winning $1,938.71!

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“I’ve struggled with weight my whole life and this has been the most enjoyable weight loss experience I’ve ever had.”

Jessica’s strong work ethic was motivated even further by money. “I thought, ‘I have to lose this weight and financial motivation is a great incentive.’”

Putting cold hard cash on the line was the push Jessica needed to lose weight and get healthy.

Meg agrees. “Winning was an incentive, but not losing $600 (her bet) was an even bigger incentive.”

That’s an important key to this challenge. HealthyWage isn’t a diet program or weight-loss regimen. While you’ll benefit from joining the community, reading tips and exchanging recipes, the company’s main purpose is facilitating your bet.

You put up the collateral and choose your payout amount. You conduct your weigh-ins. You choose your weight-loss goal and time frame.

Because she controlled her own diet changes and exercise plan, Meg says she’s been successful in losing weight.

“What I liked about the HealthyWager was that I was able to customize it to myself and my goals. With other programs, there’s no customization.”

How Does HealthyWager Work?

If you want to get paid to lose weight, here’s how to get started:

1. Start with the HealthyWage Prize Calculator, where you’ll enter how much weight you want to lose (10-150 pounds, minimum 10% of your starting weight), how long you’ll take (6 to 18 months) and how much you want to bet ($20-$150/month).

Based on that information, the calculator will determine your prize amount, up to $10,000.You can play with the calculator until you get the payout and goal just right, and you’ll know your payout amount before officially placing your bet.

2. Sign up and lay down your bet. You agree to pay the monthly amount for the duration of the challenge.

3. Achieve your weight-loss goal, and win your prize!

You’ll start and end your challenge with a video-recorded weigh-in to demonstrate your weight loss. Throughout the challenge, it’s recommended that you use the HealthyWage app to log weekly weigh-ins (these are just self-reported, not verified by video). It’s a great way to keep yourself accountable and on track to meeting your goal!

4. If you don’t hit your goal, your money goes to support HealthyWage, including prizes for others who achieve their goals.

Ready to get started? Enter your information in the HealthyWage Prize Calculator to find out how much you can win!

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Kate Miller

Kate Miller, mom of 5, is on a mission to stay fit and healthy. As HealthyWage's Community Manager, she's fortunate to be surrounded by inspiring success stories day after day. Although she does get paid by HealthyWage, she is an independent mom blogger who works with HealthyWage because she thinks it is an incredible weight loss tool. In 2012, Kate lost 50 pounds and documented most of her journey right here on the HealthyWage blog. Since then, she's had to learn the subtle intricacies of staying on track by mastering the daily ebb and flow (and parties and holidays and periods of extreme laziness) of life.

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FAQs

What's the gimmick with HealthyWage? ›

HealthyWage is a legitimate company that pays out cash prizes to people who win weight loss challenges. The idea of earning money for losing weight may sound like a scam or seem too good to be true.

What is the 2% rule on HealthyWage? ›

What it says: You can't end a challenge with a weight that is less than 2% per week (on average, rounding up) less than your last HealthyWage verification. If you do, your ending verified weight will be adjusted upward so that it is no lower than 2% per week lower than your last HealthyWage verification.

Do you have to pay for HealthyWage? ›

You can pay with a credit or debit card. You will choose how much you want to "wager" each month. You can choose to pay the entire amount up front (when you sign-up), or to pay each month (we'll automatically charge your card equal installments every month for the duration of your challenge).

Where does the money come from on HealthyWage? ›

HealthyWage is financially supported by insurers, health systems and hospitals, food companies, and the government. Government and corporate leaders know that incentives work and are a cost effective solution (paying incentives costs less than paying for health care for an obese population).

What is the prize money for HealthyWager? ›

The amount of money you can win by joining the so-called HealthyWager varies by your bet, the time frame, and how much weight you want to lose. The top prizes go up to $ 10,000. You can calculate your HealthyWage offer with no obligation to get a quote. Check out the HealthyWage calculator to see how much you can win.

How much does HealthyWage charge for PayPal? ›

HealthyWage pays challenge winners by paper check or PayPal. According to their website, there is a processing fee for a paper check of $7.00. HealthyWage does not apply a fee for PayPal payouts, but standard PayPal fees of 2.9% + $0.30 may apply.

How does HealthyWage verify weight loss? ›

HealthyWage Verification Instructions

Video verification is the recommended method to submit your weigh-in. Simply use your smart phone or camera to make a short private video of you weighing-in. This is the fastest and easiest verification option. Upload your video when logged in to your HealthyWage profile.

How often do you weigh in on HealthyWage? ›

You're only required to weigh in twice - once at the start and once at the end of your 12-week challenge. But is weighing in just twice a best practice for weight loss? The Truth: Nope!

How long does it take for HealthyWage to pay out? ›

HealthyWage pays you via check or Paypal (your choice). You get paid in as little as 12 hours after you win, but the review process can take longer (occasionally more than a week if our referees determine your case requires additional investigation).

What company pays you to lose weight? ›

There are several apps that may pay you to lose weight, including HealthyWage, DietBet, WayBetter, and more.

Can I get paid for losing weight? ›

HealthyWager allows you to place a "bet" on your weight loss. At registration, you lay down your bet (you can pay all at once or once per month for the duration of your challenge). We pay your prize if you have achieved and maintained your goal at the end of the challenge.

What is a reasonable amount of weight to lose in a month? ›

So what is the magic number to lose weight and keep it off? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , it's 1 to 2 pounds per week. That means, on average, that aiming for 4 to 8 pounds of weight loss per month is a healthy goal.

Is HealthyWage a legitimate company? ›

Better Business Bureau.

HealthyWage maintains an A+ rating with the BBB. Check out our company profile here.

Can you weigh in early for HealthyWage? ›

You have 3 weeks from the start of your challenge to submit your initial weight verification. End. At the end of the challenge, you may have your weight verified beginning two weeks prior to the end of the challenge up to and including the final day. Final weights verified outside of this window will not be accepted.

How does HealthyWage work for weight loss? ›

HealthyWage Jackpot Challenges are weight loss competitions in which individuals and teams (generally 4 to 9 teammates) compete to lose a set percentage of their body weight by the end of the challenge. Each participant pays a fee into the "pot" at the beginning of the challenge.

How long does it take to get paid from HealthyWage? ›

You should see your PayPal payment no later than 5 business days from the date of your payout request. If you do not see it, please contact accounting@healthywage.com.

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