El Cubano Gordo - The Sequel

In last year's competition, Steve Lee began the contest weighing 204 and was crowned champion after losing 24 lbs and 12% of his body weight.

This year the rules have changed. ECG2 is moving towards a points based system and with its new and improved system will include both a weight loss and physical fitness challenge.

The 10 contestants will earn one point for each pound they lose.

The physical fitness challenge comes in the form of a mini-triathlon consisting of a swim, bike and run. Contestants will participate in the Ameriprise Sprint Triatholon in Miami, FL on May 4, 2008. Contestants are expected to complete the triathlon within 1 hour and 30 minutes, and they will earn one point for every minute under 1:30. For every minute over 1:30 they will lose one point. For example, a contestant who loses 10 lbs and finishes the race in 1:15 will earn a combined 25 points.

The winner will be the contestants with the most combined points and will announced at the conclusion of the race in Miami.

Weight Loss Challenge Overview
Initial Weigh In: Monday, January 28
Final Weight In: Friday Morning May 2

Physical Fitness Challenge
When:Sunday May 4th
Location: Miami, Florida
1/4 mile swim, 14 mile bike and a 3 mile run.