TGI Direct Among the Top ‘Losers’ in Weight-Loss Competition

FLINT, MI—June 10, 2011—During the spring, 18 employees at TGI Direct rallied to lose 187 pounds—averaging 10 pounds lost per employee. How did they do it? With a little help from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s “Win by Losing” weight-loss program.

“Win by Losing” is a weight-loss competition that promotes healthier lifestyles in the workplace. The program is free and incorporates a “green” initiative—all competition communications were sent to participants through weekly e-mails and updates on the official “Win by Losing” Website at bcbsm.com/yourhealth.