Curves of Walnut Cove and The Stokes News are joining forces this year to help a local woman reach their health and weight loss goals.

For a whole year the lady chosen to be a part of The New Year, New You weight loss challenge will have access to Curves of Walnut Cove and the 30 minute complete workout, along with hydraulic resistance strength training machines that allows you to perform cardio vascular and strength training at the same time. The state of the art program, CurvesSmart, provides a customized workout that specifically meets individual needs.

"I’m excited we can partner with Curves of Walnut Cove on this project," said Stokes News General Manager, Shannon Fenner. "It is my hope that the winner can achieve their weight loss and fitness goals through this venue."

It’s easy for most people to promise to be good when it comes time to making those New Year’s resolutions on Jan. 1, but the hard part is following through, and that is what this contest focuses on — helping contestants create life-long healthy habits that will enable them to be successful once the contest is over.

The contest will begin March 1.

To enter, write out the following information and drop it off or mail it in to Curves of Walnut Cove at PO Box 189 Walnut Cove, NC 27052.

1) Name, age, phone number, height and weight.

2) How long have you struggled with your weight?

3) How would losing weight change your life?

4) How has your weight affected your life?

5) Can you commit to the program for an entire year?

6) Why should you be chosen for the "New Year, New You" weight loss challenge?

7) Do you suffer from any health problems?

Select applicants will be contacted for in-person interviews and must provide a medical release form from their physician.

The deadline to apply is Feb. 12. All serious applicants will receive a prize from Curves.

The contestant will be chosen by staff members from Curves of Walnut Cove and The Stokes News. The Stokes News will follow the progress of the contestant throughout the year.