In Episode 1 of this special series premiere, ten of the most elite trainers in America are paired with ten women looking to transform their bodies and lives.

Upper body strength is tested in the most grueling challenge to date and friendships are strained as the first trainee-only power challenge begins.

The remaining teams compete in a Medallion Challenge that could send one pair to the Elimination Tower for a second time. Later, Adam and CC's relationship is tested; the trainers face off in a Power Challenge; and two teams fight to stay in the game.

The Purple Team steps up their game to sway the competition to their advantage. Two more teams face off in the Elimination Tower.

The game gets flipped on its head as the eliminated trainers and trainees return and compete for a chance at redemption.

A trainee blindsides her trainer- and everyone else- when she volunteers to go to the tower.

The five remaining teams compete for a spot in the final four; one pair's relationship strengthens; and a trainee becomes overwhelmed with pressure. Later, two teams fight to stay in the competition at the Elimination Tower.

In the penultimate episode, a foot injury puts Brittany's dream of STRONG glory in jeopardy.

The show will feature ten men and ten women looking to improve their fitness who will be paired with trainers specializing in strength and conditioning. Like with The Biggest Loser, the series will chronicle the contestants' transformation as they get eliminated until a winner is named. Written by Deadline