The Biggest Loser Strikes Again...
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…and again, and again, and again.
First I would like to draw a comparison so you can see for yourself what make sense…and what doesn’t.
So you can see what is a quick fix, dangerous, unmotivating, fuel of incorrect concepts about fitness, and what is now apparently infecting the out of shape and overweight youth of the world as well.
Exihibit A
Mom in her mid 40’s who enrolled in a Biggest Loser Challenge at her local gym for 8 weeks. First what the “program” consisted of:
Ridiculously difficult weekly physical challenges
Calorie depletion
High Volume, single joint exercises
No rhyme or reason, progression or teaching
Training for symtoms - exhaustion, Calorie burn read outs on cardio equipment, sweating, etc.
A “final challenge” that had nothing to do with any other workout during the 8 weeks.
No long term strategies
Results:
7 pounds lost on the scale
14.5 inches lost
Could not wait for it to be over
Sore knees, right shoulder and lower back
Does’t want to stop exercising but “needs a break”
No hope or strategy on how to continue in a manageable way
Exhibit B
Mom of 2 in her late 40’s with a foot problem and no exercise experience.
The Program
45 minute fitness bootcamp class 2-3 times per week depending on how busy her life is that particular week.
Cut out the bad snacks and concentrate on eating “clean”. In her words, “I didn’t have to change much at all”.
The Results (so far)
Has dropped a size and half in 16 weeks
Loves working out
Has more energy that she can remember
Feels stronger than ever
Doesn’t ever want to stop
Can’t believe she could have so much fun getting in shape
These are not made up examples. These two women are very real and these experiences, though s... read entire entry
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on 11/6/2008
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Join this New FitConnect Group!
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Last week I started a new FitConnect Group - "Trainers against The Biggest Loser". You can access it here:
http://groups.fitconnect.com/davegleason/Trainers-Against-The-Biggest-Loser
This is not an effort to smear or insult any contestant on this show. What the contestants go put themselves through should be acknowledged as inspirational and in some cases miraculous.
The motivation for me to start this group is the frustration felt by not only myself but other trainers who have posted comments on FitConnect, FaceBook or those I have spoken to directly. The way the people on this show are treated by "celebrity trainers" is in my opinion ridiculous. Since the inception of this "reality" show I have seen nothing but a set up for failure - ultimate failure.
It reminds people why they hate exercise and why they have failed in the past - after they have been so inspired to give it another try and they set out to do what they say and hear on the show.
Go to the group and I encourage you to join whether you are a trainer or an avid exercise nut, weekend warrior...or who ever you are.
I also encourage you to post comments on the group even if you don't agree with us. This topic, as many others, needs to be discussed.
Join. Discuss. Win.
Dave Gleason
www.homeofficeworkouts.com
www.HomeWorkoutExpert.com
"Fast, repeatable, efficient, effective"
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on 10/13/2008
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Under Eating and Over Exercising
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The Biggest Loser and all the contests that have spawned off the popular “reality” show at your local gym have placed people who are desperate for fat loss in a very bad situation. Fat Loss at all costs, training for symptoms and dieting/exercise extremism can cause injury while confusing people into believing that what they always hated about exercise still reigns true.
Long, boring and ineffective cardio.
Working to absolute exhaustion during every workout.
Lack of rest.
Calorie restriction resulting in a feeble metabolism.
I touched on this yesterday but I have to write about it again…well because it is bothering me! It is bothering me because I don’t want you or anyone you know to be fooled into a strategy that is short term (for most people) at best, illustrating the worst fears of millions of over weight people and quite simply is a set up for ultimate failure.
Fat loss (and the underlying issues that form the goal of fat loss) is an emotional hot button. People will walk through walls, atleast for a 6-8 week challenge, in an all out effort to lose fat once and for all. Best intentions are had on all sides…
What’s left is no sense of a long term strategy.
“I can’t wait till its over”
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“I hope I lose weight with this because I want to quit”
These quotes tell me there is little hope for these people to actually reach their goal, and if they do it won’t be for long.
Fat Loss is hard work. But it has to also be smart work.
I don’t know if this post is more for me to get this off my chest or for you and your protection.
As for what to do about it…
STAY TUNED!
Vent. Breathe. Win.
Dave
www.homeofficeworkouts.com
“Fast, repeatable, effecive, efficient”
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on 10/7/2008
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The Biggest Loser is one of the BIGGEST PROBLEMS!
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Here is a reprint of an old article I wrote and I want to post it again now that a new season of The Biggest Loser is upon us.
First of all I want to congratulate all the individuals and families who have participated on the popular television show “The biggest Loser”. Their willingness to be sensationalized because of their weight issues is nothing short of courageous. The overall success in terms of weight loss, better health, and a new lease on life is inspiring to millions and borders on miraculous in many instances. The people who participate depict what weight loss and a better body actually do come from:
1. Proper Nutrition
2. High Intensity Resistance TrainingHigh
3. Intensity Aerobic Training
4. HARD WORK
Notice this short list does not include any excuses at all! Another positive influence this competition has on people is that anyone can lose weight with the right tools. ANYONE CAN LOSE WEIGHT WITH THE RIGHT TOOLS. This is unfortunately where this show loses me!
The viewing audience needs to be aware just how closely these people are monitored for the 3 months they are “on the ranch” and for the 3 months they are on their own. There has to be constant monitoring and adjustment of exercise, meals and rest to insure the success of the contestant and for their safety and well-being. Let me ask this simple question: What percentage of the population do you think has a Personal Trainer, Nutritionist, Medical Doctor and Physical Therapist with them every step of the way for 3 months straight? Would you agree it is not the over 70% of Americans that are overweight. But it would not make for “good television” to disclose too much of what really happens behind the scenes. So the people who suffer are the newly inspired millions that have no plan, no help and certainly no staff of professionals to lead them.
One of the pinnacles of this deception came when the producer of the show al... read entire entry
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on 9/23/2008
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