Get ready for a New Year and a New You!

Aug. 23, 2011 - PRLog -- Starting Sept. 1, Marcus Made Me Fit will be searching for 12 remarkable individuals who are interested in transforming their lives! The dozen will compete in The Challenge, a Biggest Loser-style contest with a grand prize that includes a local makeover, spa day and professional photo shoot! You will also automatically be entered into the national Body by Vi Challenge contest with the potential to win vacations, shopping sprees and more!

Over a three month period, participants will use the Body by Vi program and weigh in every two weeks at Anytime Fitness in Westfield, Mass. Contestants are required to select and purchase their own Body by Vi Challenge kit. The contestant with the highest percentage of weight loss at the end of the 90 days will be deemed The Challenge winner.

Applications will be available for download at www.marcusmademefit.wordpress.com from Sept. 1, 2011 through Nov. 1, 2011. Selected contestants will be notified by Dec. 5, 2011. The Challenge will officially kick-off for the New Year on Jan. 2, 2012.

The Body by Vi program is based on nutrition that helps you burn fat and keep lean muscle, boosts your metabolism and helps control hunger. The patented ingredients and formulas help you achieve your goals, on your terms with guaranteed results. Included in the program are nutrition guides, fitness tips and plans, and downloadable tracking tools.

To learn more about Body by Vi, visit www.marcusmademefit.bodybyvi.com or call 413-221-5226.

About Marcus Made Me Fit:
Wellness and fitness expert Marcus “Mr. Fitness” Austin started Marcus Made Me Fit in 1996. Since then, he has been challenging individuals to transform their lives. His specialties include Physique Enhancement, Performance Nutrition and Personal Training. Marcus helps clients transform their lives and reach their fitness goals through motivation and inspiration. He is also co-owner of Anytime Fitness in Westfield, Massachusetts.

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