Nutrisystem, Inc. (Nasdaq: NTRI) to Ring The Nasdaq Stock Market Opening Bell

ADVISORY, Jan. 02, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

What: 

Nutrisystem, Inc. (Nasdaq:NTRI), a leading provider of weight loss solutions, will visit the Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square as part of Nasdaq’s 4^th annual “Fit Week.” The week runs from January 2-9 and includes bell ceremonies featuring companies that help Americans lead healthier lifestyles. 

In honor of the occasion, Dawn Zier, President & Chief Executive Officer will ring the Opening Bell. Last week, Nutrisystem announced the nationwide launch of Fast 5+, week one of the Nutrisystem My Way program designed to help customers lose five pounds plus one inch off their waist in their first week of dieting or their money back guaranteed. Nutrisystem’s integrated marketing and advertising campaigns are also featuring celebrity ambassadors including Marie Osmond, Dan Marino and Melissa Joan Hart plus many additional customers who have had success using the Nutrisystem® program.

In addition to ringing the Opening or Closing Bell during "Fit Week", participating companies will be featured on Nasdaq's Facebook and Twitter pages where they will provide customized tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle in 2015.

To find photos from Nasdaq "Fit Week" 2014 and for upcoming photos from "Fit Week" 2015, please visit: http://www.nasdaq.com/marketsite/fitweek1102/fitweek2014.html.

Where:

Nasdaq MarketSite – 4 Times Square – 43^rd & Broadway – Broadcast Studio

When:

Monday, January 5, 2015 – 9:15 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. ET     

Nutrisystem, Inc. Media Contact:
Robin Shallow
[phone]
[e-mail]

Nasdaq MarketSite:
Christine Barna
[phone]
[e-mail]

Feed Information:

Fiber Line (Encompass Waterfront): 4463

Gal 3C/06C 95.05 degrees West
18 mhz Lower
DL 3811 Vertical
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DR 18.295411
MOD 4:2:0
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Webcast:

A webcast of the Nasdaq Opening Bell will be available at: https://new.livestream.com/nasdaq/live or http://www.nasdaq.com/about/marketsitetowervideo.asx.

Photos:

To obtain a hi-resolution photograph of the Market Open, please go to http://www.nasdaq.com/reference/marketsite_events.stm and click on the market open of your choice.      

About Nutrisystem, Inc. (Nasdaq:NTRI):

Nutrisystem, Inc. (Nasdaq:NTRI) is a Philadelphia-based weight loss industry leader, having helped millions of people lose weight over the course of more than 40 years. The company’s weight loss solutions include Nutrisystem® My Way®, a 28-day structured food delivery program, multi-day kits available at select retail outlets and a new free app and digital platform NuMi™ by Nutrisystem. In 2014, Nutrisystem debuted its Fast 5™ kit, a one-week kick-start that can help customers lose five pounds plus one inch off their waist in their first week of dieting. Its current product line offers customers the most meal choices, including more than 100 foods containing no artificial preservatives or artificial flavors. Nutrisystem® plans are consistent with national guidelines for dietary intake meeting targets for fat, sodium, sugar, cholesterol, fiber and physical activity and include comprehensive counseling options from trained weight-loss coaches, registered dietitians and certified diabetes educators. Plans can be customized to specific dietary needs and preferences including the Nutrisystem® D® program for people with Type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes.

About Nasdaq:

Nasdaq (Nasdaq:NDAQ) is a leading provider of trading, exchange technology, information and public company services across six continents. Through its diverse portfolio of solutions, Nasdaq enables customers to plan, optimize and execute their business vision with confidence, using proven technologies that provide transparency and insight for navigating today’s global capital markets.  As the creator of the world’s first electronic stock market, its technology powers more than 70 marketplaces in 50 countries, and 1 in 10 of the world's securities transactions. Nasdaq is home to more than 3,500 listed companies with a market value of over $8.8 trillion and more than 10,000 corporate clients. To learn more, visit www.nasdaq.com/ambition or www.nasdaqomx.com.

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