Frequently Asked Questions
Contact us:
For fastest response: email us at info@healthywage.com.
Gyms and HealthyWage members can call support at (888) 636-3832.
Our general fax number is: (651) 964-3499.
What is HealthyWage?
HealthyWage provides health incentive programs that make weight loss fun and successful. The company was founded in response to academic research that proves that even small cash rewards triple the effectiveness of weight loss programs; that people are more effective at losing weight when their own money is at risk; and that social networks play a large role in the spread of obesity and will likely play a large role in reversing obesity.
How does HealthyWage work?
We offer three programs that pay you to lose weight: The Matchup, the 10% Challenge, and the BMI Challenge. You can participate in one, two or all three programs at the same time.
How does the Matchup work?
The Matchup is a three-month weight loss challenge in which teams of five compete to win $18,000 in cash prizes (first prize is $10,000; second place is $5,000; third place is $3,000). The winning team is the one that loses the greatest percentage of weight during the contest. Teams are forming now!
How does the 10% Challenge work?
The 10% Challenge allows you to bet on your weight loss and double your money for losing 10% of your weight in six months. At registration, you pay $150. We pay you $300 six months later if you have lost 10% of your weight. You have both your starting and ending weight verified and you self-report your weight on the website once per week. Take the 10% Challenge!
How does the BMI Challenge work?
You get paid to lose weight over the course of one year. Our free program pays you $100 if you start obese (BMI above 30) and get to a healthy weight (BMI below 25) after 12-months. If you want to win more money (up to $1,000), you put up some of your own money. Take the BMI Challenge!
This seems too good to be true---where does the reward money come from?
HealthyWage is financially supported by insurers, health systems and hospitals, food companies, and the government. Government and corporate leaders know that incentives work and are a cost effective solution (paying incentives costs less than paying for health care for an obese population).
Do I need to have my weight verified?
Yes---twice: once at the beginning, and once at the end of your challenge(s).
Where do I get my weight verified?
You can get your weight verified at your health club, doctor or Weight Watchers meeting. If you do not belong to a health club or Weight Watchers, it’s easy to arrange a visit at one of our health club partners. The weigh-ins are free and do not require that you become a member of the club.
How do I change my password?
Click on “forgot password?” – it’s just to the left of the sign-in dialogue, at the top of the homepage. We’ll send you your password.
Where do I find my Registration Number?
It appears automatically on your Verify Me! Form, which is available to registered users on the dashboard page, underneath each of your program widgets.
Contact us:
For fastest response: email us at info@healthywage.com.
Gyms and HealthyWage members can call support at (888) 636-3832.
Our general fax number is: (651) 964-3499.
What is HealthyWage?
HealthyWage provides health incentive programs that make weight loss fun and successful. The company was founded in response to academic research that proves that even small cash rewards triple the effectiveness of weight loss programs; that people are more effective at losing weight when their own money is at risk; and that social networks play a large role in the spread of obesity and will likely play a large role in reversing obesity.
How does HealthyWage work?
We offer three programs that pay you to lose weight: The Matchup, the 10% Challenge, and the BMI Challenge. You can participate in one, two or all three programs at the same time.
How does the Matchup work?
The Matchup is a three-month weight loss challenge in which teams of five compete to win $18,000 in cash prizes (first prize is $10,000; second place is $5,000; third place is $3,000). The winning team is the one that loses the greatest percentage of weight during the contest. Teams are forming now!
How does the 10% Challenge work?
The 10% Challenge allows you to bet on your weight loss and double your money for losing 10% of your weight in six months. At registration, you pay $150. We pay you $300 six months later if you have lost 10% of your weight. You have both your starting and ending weight verified and you self-report your weight on the website once per week. Take the 10% Challenge!
How does the BMI Challenge work?
You get paid to lose weight over the course of one year. Our free program pays you $100 if you start obese (BMI above 30) and get to a healthy weight (BMI below 25) after 12-months. If you want to win more money (up to $1,000), you put up some of your own money. Take the BMI Challenge!
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Program Fee |
Reward Level |
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$0 |
$100 |
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$150 |
$400 |
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$300 |
$1,000 |
This seems too good to be true---where does the reward money come from?
HealthyWage is financially supported by insurers, health systems and hospitals, food companies, and the government. Government and corporate leaders know that incentives work and are a cost effective solution (paying incentives costs less than paying for health care for an obese population).
Do I need to have my weight verified?
Yes---twice: once at the beginning, and once at the end of your challenge(s).
Where do I get my weight verified?
You can get your weight verified at your health club, doctor or Weight Watchers meeting. If you do not belong to a health club or Weight Watchers, it’s easy to arrange a visit at one of our health club partners. The weigh-ins are free and do not require that you become a member of the club.
How do I change my password?
Click on “forgot password?” – it’s just to the left of the sign-in dialogue, at the top of the homepage. We’ll send you your password.
Where do I find my Registration Number?
It appears automatically on your Verify Me! Form, which is available to registered users on the dashboard page, underneath each of your program widgets.
