Pierce Mattie Public Relations New York

For people who suffer from obesity, waking up everyday can be a challenge. The new hit show on A&E, captures the lives of two separate individuals who want to shed their weight and live a healthier lifestyle. The show is in its first season and has already captivated the hearts of anyone who watches.

Unlike some of the other familiar weight loss shows (hello, Biggest Loser), Heavy delves deeper into the issues that people face when it comes to their weight. Not only that, it illustrates some of the health conditions and consequences that the show's contestants have accumulated over the course of their weight gain. Some of the conditions they face are sleep apnea, high blood pressure and the inability to have children.

Heavy is not a show about obesity, it is a show about tranformational change. The people on this show want to change what they look like and what they have become. It's inspiring to witness at the end how hard work, determination and self control play a huge part in adjusting your weight. Tune in every Monday on A&E to witness this encouraging show about the everyday struggle of weight gain...and loss.