"The Biggest Loser" Season 10 Finale

Seven months ago, 21 people embarked on a weight-loss journey on NBC's "The Biggest Loser." Under the direction of trainers Jillian Michaels and Bob Harper, these individuals collectively lost over 1,000 pounds. Season 10 came to an end on December 14^th as contestants weighed in one last time on live television. Moderator Alison Sweeney was the master of ceremonies. Two groups hit the stage in dramatic unveilings: those who were eliminated and sent home-they competed for a prize of $100,000; and the final three contestants, who competed for the grand prize of $250,000. Mark and Patrick left with the money, but the contestants all gained a new lease on life.

On the last television episode, Patrick and Frado had shed enough pounds to be deemed finalists, but Ada and Elizabeth fell below the yellow line, meaning they had the least percentage of weight loss. It was up to America to decide which of the ladies would make up the final 3. It came as no surprise when America overwhelmingly chose Ada, dubbed as "Ada the Terminator" due to her determined spirit.

Peppered throughout the show were previews of what is to come in season 11 of the "Biggest Loser" which debuts on January 4^th. Two new trainers are joining the crew-a Golden Globe champion and a Martial Arts expert-but their identities remain a mystery for now. Contestants will choose between staying on the "Biggest Loser" ranch with Bob and Jillian and being swept away to a secret location with the mystery trainers.

"Biggest Loser" contestants were vying for the greatest percentage of weight loss. The transformations were jaw-dropping. Emotions ran high and well-deserved pride was evident.

"Biggest Loser" Final Three

Patrick, Winner, $250,000: 400 to 219 pounds; lost 181 pounds; 45.25% loss
Watch Patrick's winning moment here on "The Biggest Loser" website.

Frado: 367 to 205 pounds; lost 162 pounds; 44.14% loss
Ada: 258 to 159 pounds; lost 99 pounds; 38.37% loss

"Biggest Loser" At-Home Competitors

Mark, Winner, $100,000: 421 to 208 pounds; lost 213 pounds; 50.59% loss

Rick: 350 to 185 pounds; lost 165 pounds; 47.14% loss
Adam: 402 to 220 pounds; lost 182 pounds; 45.27% loss
Jesse: 369 to 203 pounds; lost 166 pounds; 44.99% loss
Aaron: 468 to 296 pounds; lost 172 pounds; 36.75% loss
Lisa: 288 to 191 pounds; lost 97 pounds; 33.68% loss
Anna: 330 to 221 pounds; lost 109 pounds; 33.03% loss
Jessica: 282 to 190 pounds; lost 92 pounds; 32.62% loss
Brendan: 362 to 245 pounds; lost 117 pounds; 32.32% loss
Elizabeth: 244 to 173 pounds; lost 71 pounds; 29.1% loss
Burgandy: 231 to 167 pounds; lost 64 pounds; 27.71% loss
Tina: 263 to 191 pounds; lost 72 pounds; 27.38% loss
Sophia: 272 to 207 pounds; lost 65 pounds; 23.9% loss
Allie: 322 to 248 pounds; lost 74 pounds; 22.98% loss

Sources:
"The Biggest Loser" Finale; NBC, December 14, 2010

The Biggest Loser Official Website