"THE BIGGEST LOSER 17"

(X) "HOOKED ON 'TRONICS / THE BIG SWITCH"

01/18/2016 (09:00PM - 11:00PM) (Monday) : Hooked on 'Tronics CONTESTANTS VIE FOR CHANCE TO RECONNECT WITH LOVED ONES AT HOME -- This week, contestants must confront a temptation that people face every day -- digital distractions. Dolvett's red team and Jen's black team navigate an obstacle course filled with digital distractions during a challenge that brings the winning team a very difficult choice. They can either reconnect with the real world and enjoy coveted video chats with their loved ones back home, or get exclusive use of the gym for an entire week. The Big Switch TEAMS ARE JOSTLED AND RELATIONSHIPS ARE TESTED - This week the teams are mixed and the contestants are forced to create new bonds. The new teams compete in a physical and mental challenge and the winning team gets a three-pound advantage at the weigh in. Trainers Jen Widerstrom and Dolvett Quince are shocked to discover their new teams during the first workout of the week, but they cut no corners in pushing their contestants. Host Bob Harper meets the contestants and trainers in the gym for a last-chance challenge that proves to be one of the most difficult yet. TV-PG L