Slim Fast Offers Clothing and Other Incentives to Jump Start Weight Loss in the New Year

People who have resolved to lose weight this year don't need to join an expensive program to do so and can even earn rewards along the way. Slim Fast is offering two incentive programs to help encourage weight loss in the New Year. In addition, their website offers a number of free, user-friendly tools such as a weight loss calculator, a personalized menu, and a customizable fitness plan.

The first incentive program, called the "Style your Slim Challenge" offers an opportunity to win a Red Carpet Fashion Getaway including a 4 day/3 night trip for two to Los Angeles, a complete makeover, a $2,500 shopping spree and a personal phone call with Rachel Hunter. Legal residents of the United States who are at least 18 years old can join the challenge by signing up on SlimFast.com. The contest ends on March 31, 2008, and participants are encouraged to lose as much weight as they can in a 12 week period. When you sign up, you will also receive a free weight loss starter kit.

In order to qualify, participants must create an online photo gallery detailing their weight loss journey. The gallery must include a minimum of four photos. The first photo is a favorite photo that shows a time when the participant has been happy with his or her appearance. The next photo is a photo that shows what you looked like when you began trying to lose weight. The third photo is a work in progress photo and the final photo shows what you look like after the 12 weeks have been completed.

Contenders must also keep a weight loss journal which remains confidential where they can share thoughts, goals, and even stumbling blocks. Members can add up to one journal entry per day and have an option to print their journals.

The second incentive program is called Slim Fast Fashion Rewards. The reward card is basically a prepaid American Express card. Participants earn points by mailing in UPC codes and cash register receipts from the purchase of Slim Fast products. The points can be redeemed for the Fashion Rewards card which can be used at any location where American Express cards are accepted. In addition, members can enter a monthly drawing to win a $1,000 reward card. The promotion ends June 30, 2008.

In addition to helpful tools and incentive programs, the Slim Fast website also offers e-mail and phone support from dieticians and weight loss advisers as well as an online community where users can share in their successes and challenges.