Last updated Mar. 12, 2023 by Charles Zemub
Some people like to lose weight to feel healthier and more confident. Then there are those of us who have a deeper, more meaningful reason for losing weight.
We want to get paid for doing it. If you’re in the latter group, here are eight ways to get paid to lose weight:
Coinbase Earn
Coinbase Earn is a rewards program that allows you to earn cryptocurrency by completing tasks. You can convert your earned cryptocurrency into cash and use it for whatever you like, or learn more about cryptocurrency if that’s what you’re after.
To start using Coinbase Earn, download the app on your smartphone and create an account. Once your account is set up, verify it with a photo ID before using Coinbase Earn.
To begin earning rewards from Coinbase Earn, complete simple tasks such as watching educational videos or reading articles about digital coins like bitcoin.
As of this writing (September 2019), there are over 70 different ways to earn points on Coinbase Earn, including:
- Taking quizzes (e.g., “How many Bitcoin addresses do I need?”)
- Signing up for emails from companies (e.g., “I want free crypto news updates! Sign me up”)
Pact
Pact is an app that allows you to set a goal; if you achieve it, you’ll earn money. Pact is free to use and will enable users to make up to $1,000 monthly by losing weight.
The app works by setting up a contract with yourself or someone with similar goals. This can be anyone from your partner or family member to a friend who wants to lose weight.
You both agree on what your goal will be—like losing 10 pounds in three months—and then commit yourself (or each other) financially based on whether or not each person meets their target number of pounds lost at the end of the period agreed upon in advance by both parties mutual agreement.
For example: Let’s say my friend Jenny agrees that if she loses 7 pounds in one month (a very reasonable amount), I will give her $100 cash, but if she fails at this task (which would be pretty easy since all she has to do is eat healthier than usual), then I get nothing.
On paper, this looks like we’re just betting against each other, but what’s happening here is we’re motivating each other.
HealthyWage
HealthyWage is a website that lets you make money by losing weight. You sign up, enter your weight and how much money you want to win by hitting your goal weight, then start tracking yourself with their app or online tools. Every week (or every day if you wish)
HealthyWage will send you an email asking how much weight you’ve lost since the last time they asked. If they approve of your progress, they’ll deposit the amount of money agreed upon into your account.
HealthyWage also has challenges where groups work towards a common goal: lose a certain amount of weight by a specific date and split the pot at the end if everyone succeeds.
Money from Your Company
If your company offers a workplace wellness program, you may be able to get paid for losing weight.
Your employer may offer discounts on health insurance if you participate in their wellness program. You can use these savings to pay for gym memberships and other healthy habits that improve your overall health and reduce the chance of weight-related issues like heart disease and diabetes.
If your company offers incentives for employees who successfully participate in the workplace wellness program, this could be another source of money for losing weight.
For example, some companies offer referral bonuses when one of their workers refers someone who participates in the workplace wellness program (and then meets specific parameters).
Dietbet
DietBet is a site that allows you to create and join online weight loss challenges. This option might be your best bet if you want to get paid for losing weight.
Here’s how it works: You’ll sign up on the DietBet website, create a profile and pick a challenge. Then you’ll deposit money into an account that will be paid out if you meet your goal (or “bet”).
For example, if someone bets $100 that they can lose 20 pounds in two months by following a specific or exercising regularly, then if they reach their goal, they’ll earn back their bet plus winnings for others who have met their target as well.
All players who fail to reach their targets lose money deposited into the game and don’t receive any payouts from other players’ wins either.
Suppose something sounds too good to be true. In that case, it probably is. So let me tell you some things about diet betting before moving on to more legitimate ways of making money from losing weight, like selling stuff on eBay or promoting affiliate products via email marketing lists.
Life Insurance for a Discounted Rate
Life insurance is a financial product that can be used to protect your family from the economic impacts of losing you. For example, the death benefit protects against expenses such as funeral costs and mortgage payments, or it can be used for other purposes, like paying off medical bills.
Life insurance policies come in many different types. They can vary based on how much coverage you want, how long you want the policy to last (known as term length), what kind of exclusions you want (such as pre-existing conditions), and whether or not it’s paid in full or partially upfront with monthly payments over time.
While all life insurance policies are generally similar in function, there are some differences between them depending on the type of policy purchased:
Groupon
Groupon is a popular deal-of-the-day website that was founded in 2008. Groupon offers coupons for local businesses, connecting them with new customers looking for discounts on goods and services.
Groupon also has a weight loss program called Weight Watchers Wellness Plus that you can sign up for notifications about.
The program isn’t free, though—you’ll have to pay $9.99 per month after your first trial period ends or pay $10 per week if you prefer to do the diet in small increments instead of all at once (or both).
You can cancel any time during your subscription, but if you choose not to renew, it will cost $79 per year after your initial free trial period ends.
Ditch Your Unhealthy Habits for Some Cash
To kick your bad habits and get paid for them, follow these steps:
- First, make a list of all your unhealthy habits.
- Set a goal to quit them.
- Set rewards for yourself if you reach that goal by the deadline you set (e.g., spend $100 on something nice).
- Make plans on how to quit each habit, and then replace it with healthier options that will help you lose weight (e.g., instead of eating fast food every day, eat healthy meals at home).
Get paid to lose weight app.
It’s common knowledge that weight loss isn’t cheap, but it doesn’t have to be! There are some great apps out there that can help you get paid to lose weight.
The more active you are, the more money you can earn. The most popular one is Bitcoin, an excellent app for tracking your physical activity, weighing yourself regularly to see how your weight changes over time, and ensuring you get plenty of sleep.
You can even use Bitcoin with Fitbit if you have one! However, if that’s not your style or it’s unavailable in your country, check out this list of apps from the Health app store.
And if you’re looking for an app that does a little bit of everything without earning any money for your actions, check out Lose It. It helps you track calories in and out and has a huge food database that lets you search for recipes and restaurants near you.
It also has a huge database of exercise options if you’re into working out at home or want to try something new while on vacation.
HealthyWage
HealthyWage is a website that helps you track your weight loss goals and pay you money when you meet them.
Whether you’re trying to lose weight or get healthier, the site helps you set a goal and rewards you when you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does HealthyWage cost?
A healthy wager requires you to weigh in after a certain amount of time, say three months. If you reach your goal, you’ll be rewarded with money.
For example, if you wanted to lose 15 pounds in 3 months, your HealthyWage goal would be $1,000. If you reach your goal and weigh less than when you started, you’ll win $1,000.
No one wins if you miss your goal and don’t meet the deadline. That’s why we require our members to put down a refundable deposit of $25-$100.
They’ll lose their deposit if they don’t reach their goal by the end of the challenge period (3 months). We call this “skin in the game” and think it makes challenges more successful.
You can only sign up for one HealthyWage at a time. You can sign up as often as possible, but each challenge must be at least three months apart.
No matter what happens, your first deposit is yours. That’s how much we believe in people’s ability to make a change in their lives.
How does HealthyWage check your weight?
You’ll first notice when you sign up for HealthyWage that there’s no starting weight to enter.
That’s because we don’t rely on self-reported information. We’re not asking you to choose a number; wait and see if you’ll hit it. Instead, we use medical-grade scales to check your biweekly weight, height, and body fat percentage.
Once we have this data, our proprietary algorithm crunches the numbers and produces an outcome you can be confident in.
What apps pay you to lose weight?
If you’re thinking, “Yes, please,” check out any apps that pay you to lose weight.
Weight Watchers is a long-standing program with a strong reputation as one of the most effective ways to lose weight.
Its app uses your phone’s GPS to track your progress as you walk around and earn points towards rewards.
This isn’t a free app. You have to pay the $3 monthly membership fee, but many people find it worth the price if it keeps them focused on their goals.
In addition to tracking your exercise, Lose It lets you keep tabs on your daily food intake and caloric burn. You can set goals for yourself and connect with friends through the app to support each other in reaching those goals.
The Pact App takes a different approach from traditional weight loss methods. Instead of paying you to lose weight, Pact does just the opposite.
If you don’t hit your goals, it charges you for failing. Pact connects with your bank account so that each month it withdraws.
How can I lose weight when I have no money?
There are plenty of ways to lose weight without spending a dime. The trick is to be creative and resourceful with the choices you make every day:
-Drink lots of water instead of soda or juice; this helps flush out toxins from your body and improves your metabolism.
-Go for walks instead of driving; not only will you get some exercise in, but you’ll also save gas money.
-Carry fruit or nuts with you when you go out instead of buying junk food; this way, you can snack on healthy things when your blood sugar levels are low.
-Eat less meat
Can I get Paid to Lose Weight?
Of course, you can. Various online and brick-and-mortar diet programs will pay you to lose weight. Some even offer bonuses for meeting specific goals.
For example, Weight Watchers will pay you $50 for every 5 pounds you lose in the first month of joining their program. Jenny Craig offers a $100 bonus if you lose 12 pounds during the first six weeks.
Nutrisystem pays up to $200 per year, depending on how much weight you’ve lost; they also offer discounts on future orders if you refer other people to their program.
What are the rules of HealthyWage?
We’re glad you’re here at HealthyWage. The rules are pretty simple:
-Sign up on the website and connect it to your bank account.
-Set a weight loss goal, set a deadline, and pick a HealthyWage Plan.
-Get started. The sooner you begin your healthy lifestyle changes, the more you win.
Summary
You can push yourself to lose weight and get paid simultaneously. This can be an excellent motivator for those who struggle with their weight or are just looking for a new challenge.
It can also help you save money since you’ll pay your food bill over time! And if that isn’t enough to convince you, we’ve got something else: it’s an easy way to make some extra cash while doing something healthy at the same time.
You can do this anywhere in the comfort of your home, on your commute from work in rush hour traffic (though we don’t recommend trying this one), or anywhere else that might be convenient for you.
If working out with friends is more appealing than going alone and having no support system during tough times when things seem hopeless, this could be an excellent option.
We hope this article has given you some ideas on how to lose weight and get paid. Remember that there are always ways to improve your health and finances, so don’t get discouraged if something doesn’t work out as planned.
It’s best to keep things positive and focus on what you can do instead of dwelling on adverse outcomes.
