FAQ
1. What is BodyBet?
BodyBet is a motivational challenge app where participants place bets on their ability to lose 4% of their body weight in 4 weeks and split the pot among the winners.
2. How do I join a challenge?
Download the BodyBet app, create an account, and browse available challenges. Choose one that fits your goals, place your bet, and get started.
3. How do you verify the weight?
You must complete two video-verified weigh-ins: at the beginning of the game and at the end. You will need a full-length mirror, a digital scale, a piece of paper, a pen and your phone. To simplify the weight verification process, we use a guided in-app video recorder.
4. What is the deadline for submitting the initial and final weigh-ins?
Initial video weigh-in must be submitted within 48 hours of the game's start, while the final weigh-in must be submitted within 24 hours after the game ends.
5. What happens if I miss the official weigh-in?
If you fail to submit your official weigh-ins within the designated timeframe, you will be disqualified and forfeit your bet.
6. Can I join a challenge after it has started?
No, once a challenge has begun, you can't join. However, you can sign up in advance for the next game and secure your spot!
7. How are the winnings split?
Participants who reach the 4% weight loss goal will evenly split the total pot of bets at the end of the challenge, after deducting the service fee to support the app's maintenance and operations.
8. What happens if I don't reach my weight goal?
If you don’t meet the 4% weight loss goal, you forfeit your bet, and it goes to the pool for winners.
9. What type of scale do I need?
You need to use a digital scale placed on a flat and hard surface.
10. Is my weight information and video weigh-in kept confidential?
Yes, your weight and video weigh-in are confidential and only visible to BodyBet referees for verification purposes.
11. How do I know if my weigh-in is approved?
You will receive a notification through the app once your weigh-in has been reviewed.
12. What if my weigh-in is rejected?
You’ll be given 12 hours to resubmit your weigh-in. If you miss this window, you may be disqualified from the challenge.
13. Can I weigh in using kilograms or pounds?
Yes, you can weigh in using either kilograms or pounds, as the mobile app allows you to select your preferred measurement option.
14. Can I participate in multiple challenges at once?
Yes, you can join several challenges simultaneously. Each week, a new 4-week challenge starts, allowing you to participate in multiple competitions and increase your winnings!
15. What happens if I cheat or submit false information?
Any form of cheating, including falsifying weigh-ins, will result in immediate disqualification, loss of any winnings and bets, along with a ban on participating in future challenges.
16. What is the refund policy?
We have a strict no-refunds policy. Once you join a challenge and place your bet, you cannot request a refund.
17. How are disputes handled?
All decisions made by BodyBet judges are final and not subject to appeal.
18. Can I cancel my bet after joining a challenge?
No, once you place your bet, it is locked in for the duration of the challenge, and refunds are not available.
19. How do I track my progress during the challenge?
You can update your weight within the app at any time to track your progress, although only the official initial and final weigh-ins count for determining winners.
20. Can I submit my final weigh-in early?
No, the final weigh-in must be submitted during the specified 24-hour window after the challenge ends.
21. What if I lose more than 4% of my weight?
You only need to meet the 4% weight loss goal to qualify for winnings, but losing more than 4% is allowed and won’t affect your eligibility.
22. Is there a dress code for weigh-ins?
Yes, participants must wear lightweight clothing (no shoes, jackets, or heavy items) that is consistent between their initial and final weigh-ins.
23. Is losing 4% of your weight unhealthy?
Losing 4% of your body weight can be healthy for many individuals when done in a safe and balanced way over a 4-week period. To join a challenge, your Body Mass Index (BMI) must be at least 18.5. If losing 4% of your starting weight would bring your BMI below 18.5, you will not be eligible to participate in the game.
24. How much money can I win?
The potential winnings depend on the number of winners in the challenge. On average, participants can expect a return of 5% to 20% on their investment.
25. How fast do I get my winnings?
You can typically expect to receive your winnings within 3 working days after the game has been finalized. This timeframe allows us to review and verify all final weigh-ins to ensure a fair distribution of the pot.