#19: Abby Rike, 247 Pounds
Abby Rike joined The Biggest Loser weighing 247 pounds, but her reason for being there was far deeper than numbers on a scale. She had endured unimaginable tragedy, losing her husband and two children in a car accident, and sought the show as a way to heal and rebuild her life.

Her strength and determination inspired everyone around her. Abby used each workout as an outlet for her grief and a step toward reclaiming her health and purpose. Though the path was incredibly difficult, she pushed forward, determined to prove that even after heartbreak, hope and renewal were possible.
