Phillip and Amy Parham (43, 42) were contestants on season six of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser: Families” in 2008. During their season, they lost a combined total of 256 pounds. As a couple, they lost one of the highest percentages of weight loss of any married couple in “The Biggest Loser” history to date.
This is the beginning of their story. They have started a journey as a couple to promote wellness and fitness to members of the public across the country.
They have appeared on the “Today Show,” “Access Hollywood”,“700 Club” and several local television shows in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. They have also appeared on local and national radio shows including Billy Bush’s radio show and have been substitute radio hosts for WSSL-FM in Greenville, SC. Phillip and Amy have been showcased in “TV Guide,” “In Touch,” “Entertainment Weekly,” “People,” and “Woman’s World.” Phillip also published an article in “Men’s Health/Best Life and Amy appeared on the cover of “First” magazine.
Currently, they are unveiling a nationwide initiative called “The 90 Day Fitness Challenge” and a book and DVD of the same name to be released June 1, 2010. This challenge inspires members of the public to take the challenge towards wellness. During these community events, Phillip and Amy introduce the concept to the audience during a celebratory kick off. They provide inside stories from their time on “The Biggest Loser” as well as reveal principals they learned to help them achieve their massive weight loss. During the 90-day program participants learn ideas that support their DREAM fitness/wellness model: D – Dream about what you want your life to be. R – Recognize where you are today. E – Eat to live A – Activate your body M – Make a difference in the lives of others and pay it forward.
Phillip and Amy have spoken to numerous corporations, conferences, churches, and local civic groups across the country on fitness and healthy lifestyles.
Their website, www.philandamyfitness.com, has thousands of people on its mailing list where its members receive weekly emails to inspire them on their weight loss journey,
Phillip and Amy have been happily married for 22 years, live in Simpsonville, SC, and have three wonderful boys, Austin, Pearson, and Rhett.