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Biggest Losers Join Forces with CentraState were in denial. They knew they were severely overweight, but they put on a brave front to cover up the pain and frustration that plagued them for most of their lives. Jay took pride in the fact that he was "functionally fat," while Jen amped up her bubbly personality. The truth got buried deeper and deeper with every emotionally driven bite of cookies or macaroni and cheese. B "Being on 'The Biggest Loser' helped us face the truth about how our weight was affecting our lives," says Jay. "With the help of Jillian Michaels and Bob Harper, the country's most amazing trainers and motivational experts, we got the support, encouragement, and kick in the rear we needed to peel back the layers and face the truth." Jay discovered he wasn't as healthy as he thought. In fact, his health was at high risk. He almost didn't make it on the show after doctors discovered a potentially fatal heart arrhythmia and severe sleep apnea. After an intense one-on-one training session with Jillian, Jen had an epiphany that she was worrying about everyone else, especially her dad, and needed to focus solely on her own journey and ultimate transformation. Once they hit those turning points, nothing could stop them. Save the Dates! CentraState's "Live Your Best Life" 40th Anniversary Celebration Sunday, September 25, 12–4 p.m. Featuring guest speakers Jay and Jen Jacobs Women's Wellness Event Thursday, October 20, 5:30–8 p.m. Featuring guest speaker Jen Jacobs www.centrastate.com Jen and Jay Jacobs, a father-and-daughter team who participated on the last season of the "The Biggest Loser," enjoy working out at CentraState's Fitness and Wellness Center. September/October 2011 3 efore TV's hit reality show "The Biggest Loser" changed both their lives, Jay and Jen Jacobs Jay, a top four finalist, went from 400 pounds to 218 pounds, and Jen who was eliminated in week 13, went from a size 26/28 to a size 6. Both have a newfound confidence and purpose. They're ready to pay it forward. Jay and Jen are developing educational programming with CentraState, including a weight-loss and transformation program geared toward health, fitness, empowerment, and success. "CentraState has laid the foundation for the healthcare of the future—one that shows people how to live life well," says Jay. "We're excited to work with CentraState to develop programs that will help share what we learned on our journey." Both Jay and Jen are self-professed foodies and great cooks, so healthy cooking classes that teach participants how to make "Biggest Loser"-style meals that taste amazing are in the works. They also will be leaders for spin classes, one of their favorite workouts. "Getting on 'The Biggest Loser' has completely changed our lives," says Jen. "And now we're taking the same passion and commitment we brought to that process to help others do the same." For more information or to register, call 866-CENTRA7 (866-236-8727) or visit www.centrastate.com/healthprograms. HD Join Jay and Jen and Improve Your Lifestyle! Let's Get Cookin'! 4-week program Mondays from October 3 through October 24, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Jay and Jen will show you cooking highlights from "The Biggest Loser." Learn easy tips to help you transition to a lifetime of healthy eating: • Amazing recipes your whole family will love • Cooking demonstrations • How to food shop strategically • How to use your smartphone as a weight-loss weapon. Journey Into Power 4-week program Tuesdays from October 18 through November 8, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Jen will provide you with a fitness and nutrition program that includes: • An eating and workout plan that will help you make lasting lifestyle changes that will allow you to lose weight and look and feel great • How to face the truth and release falsely held beliefs • Motivational and weight-loss tips straight from the Biggest Loser Ranch • Tales of the scale (it doesn't always tell the whole story) • The importance of rewarding and recognizing small victories. Registration required. Call (732) 308-0570 or visit www.centrastate.com/healthprograms to register.