‘Extreme Weight Loss’ stays active at Anschutz Health and Wellness Center

On the most recent season of “Extreme Weight Loss,” Bob was among those who received coaching from Chris Powell. (Photo courtesy ABC)

“Extreme Weight Loss,” the ABC series that chronicles health and lifestyle makeovers, is hosting an open casting call this weekend at the Anschutz Health and Wellness Center on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus.

Open auditions are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, at the Anschutz Health and Wellness Center, 12348 E. Montview Blvd., Aurora. Eyeworks USA’s nationwide tour of 13 cities across the country aims to recruit participants for Season 5 of the show.

Candidates also may submit a home audition video. Details about how to apply may be found on the official casting website, www.extremeweightlosscasting.com.

The center is where the upcoming Season 4 of the reality series was photographed; the season is scheduled to debut May 27.

Each season centers on participants who begin while obese and aim to safely lose half their body weight within a year. Trainer and transformation specialist Chris Powell guides the transformation process, assuring all have proper nourishment and exercise movement. A noncompetitive show, “Extreme Weight Loss” chronicles each participant’s journey in a stand-alone, two-hour episode.