'Biggest Loser' contestants race in Fort Lauderdale

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  Cristiane Oliver of Miami receives her medal of completion at the finish line of "The Biggest Loser" 5K through downtown Fort Lauderdale on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013. She has participated in five 5K events and has lost 25 pounds. C.W. Griffin / Miami Herald Staff

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  Children compete in a special kids' race during "The Biggest Loser" 5K through downtown Fort Lauderdale on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013. C.W. Griffin / Miami Herald Staff

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  Nikki Maggi throws her hands in the air during "The Biggest Loser" 5K run/walk through downtown Fort Lauderdale on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013 C.W. Griffin / Miami Herald Staff

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  More than 600 people participated in "The Biggest Loser" 5K run/walk through downtown Fort Lauderdale on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013. C.W. Griffin / Miami Herald Staff

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  Gabriel Leitz was finishes first at "The Biggest Loser" 5K through downtown Fort Lauderdale on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013. C.W. Griffin / Miami Herald Staff

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  Andrew Brodman and Gail Spencer share a light moment during "The Biggest Loser" 5K run/walk through downtown Fort Lauderdale on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013. C.W. Griffin / Miami Herald Staff