Ya know, I thought the same thing at first too.
However, the team was right. They knew Jerry could do it on his own and he proved that point. Others probably needed the show still, and that's good IMO.
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Ya know, I thought the same thing at first too.
However, the team was right. They knew Jerry could do it on his own and he proved that point. Others probably needed the show still, and that's good IMO.
jerseygirl35
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i was really sad about jerry- we was my fav. but i agree with steve that he obviously was capable of doing it on his own- just look at his update! unreal!
that just says that if a 62 yr old grandfather can do it- there are no exuses for anyone.
that just says that if a 62 yr old grandfather can do it- there are no exuses for anyone.
Ya, he's a great example.
Doesn't let obesity or age get in his way when making major change to his health and overall quality of life.
Hell, he looked like an ex-military drill sergeant in his post-show update.
Bravo to him.
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SweatPea
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I thought the same thing. That old man would've whooped butt if he had stayed! I think that's why the booted him.
I don't watch the show... but I'd say that's not the reason why they voted him off... this is a game first and foremost and the object of the game is to win whatever amount of money is being offered... to do so - it's strategy -and part of that strategy is getting rid of your biggest competion...
It's not a lovefest that oooh he's so motivated he could do it on is own let's keep the people who really need to be here... naww -you keep the people who you know you can whoop their asses.. .and lose the people who could whoop yours
I also hated survivor as well...
but that was all about strategy too...
I don't watch the show... but I'd say that's not the reason why they voted him off... this is a game first and foremost and the object of the game is to win whatever amount of money is being offered... to do so - it's strategy -and part of that strategy is getting rid of your biggest competion...
It's not a lovefest that oooh he's so motivated he could do it on is own let's keep the people who really need to be here... naww -you keep the people who you know you can whoop their asses.. .and lose the people who could whoop yours
I also hated survivor as well...
I'd tend to agree with you on any other ghey reality show. And you may be completely right in this instance too. But I was curious if the contestants are more concerned with the money or the weight.
Honestly, I'd think the weight.
if it was anyhting but the almighty dollar I'd be shocked.... weight loss is a side benefit but it's about winning the moolah...
Interesting.... I don't get that impression. And I know I've worked with people who were as large or larger than some of these contestants and they'd pay anything if it meant losing the weight. I know my experience doesn't correlate well with a reality show, but....
But who knows.
from what i've read of the show, and yes, the media can spin things in any direction, cast members will go thru extremes (foods that are natural diuretics, saunas, no water, etc) before weigh ins to put up big numbers... that to me says that it's more about winning than health improvement...
My pet peeve with the show - and why I really believe it's more about winning, than health, is that the big numbers, that an ordinary human couldn't do under most circumstances are pretty much encouraged... what's sacraficed to get those numbers?
Eh - crawling back in my hole...
My pet peeve with the show - and why I really believe it's more about winning, than health, is that the big numbers, that an ordinary human couldn't do under most circumstances are pretty much encouraged... what's sacraficed to get those numbers?
Eh - crawling back in my hole...
I was one of those people... and was larger than most of the men on the show (and probably still am) an spent all kinds of money on different products that were supposed to cure me... if spending money were the solution - there'd be no fat people... Winning money is a huge motivator, however... or maybe it's just my cynical side...
I was beginning to wonder -
you've gone over to the dark side... or something...
i need a good debatish thing every so often so feel free to disagree...
you've gone over to the dark side... or something...
i need a good debatish thing every so often so feel free to disagree...
I tend to agree with your two points, but for giggles....
IF this is happening, which who really knows, it could be out of desperation to win immunity.
That said, that'd be stupid, it's more likely for the money. Again, if it's happening. I've heard a lot of the rumors. I even heard drugs. I just have a hard time believing it.
*Most* of these contestants don't understand how to manipulate their weight to that extent.....
Unless we are suggesting the trainers provide the guidance?
What do you think is sacrificed?
Honestly, I don't think much. When you have that much excess fat, you can lose a lot of weight at a 'crazy' rate relative to a leaner individual, safely I might add. Especially when all you have to do is exercise and eat right.
I'm not saying I agree with all of the exercise techniques and there are certainly more optimal ways of going about it.
You are right, it's not the real world. But that's why they are able to lose these big numbers.
And let's not lose sight of the fact that it's a weight loss competition. The bigger the numbers, the better the ratings. Unfortunately that's the nature of the beast.
I say unfortunately not b/c it's bad for the contestants, but b/c it implants an 'image' of how weight loss is supposed to be to the general public/viewers.
yarmiah
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I never really got into the show, but have found myself watching this year. The only thing that I "enjoy" is to see the loss when they step on the scale. I would also watch celebrity fit club, but only the weigh in cuz it shows the before and after shots.
This week, on Biggest Loser, i was at first confused about the challenge with the food in the room for 4 minutes- i understand the temptation part, but to give a "pass" for 3 pounds at weigh in??? what a joke! I mean, I wanna know what I WEIGH and HOW MUCH I LOSS, not some fake number. Then I was grossed out when I saw "Patty" consume 1900 calories in 4 minutes. I dont consume that much all day- it literally turned me off.
This week, on Biggest Loser, i was at first confused about the challenge with the food in the room for 4 minutes- i understand the temptation part, but to give a "pass" for 3 pounds at weigh in??? what a joke! I mean, I wanna know what I WEIGH and HOW MUCH I LOSS, not some fake number. Then I was grossed out when I saw "Patty" consume 1900 calories in 4 minutes. I dont consume that much all day- it literally turned me off.
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SweatPea
Guest
I think that the techniques they used were those that went home and were trying to lose more pounds on their own. From what I read anyway, I didn't get the feeling that it was done during the taping of the show - while they were under the trainers.
I think at that point they had lost quite a bit, and then they just wanted to win the money.
My opinion is that at first it's about losing weight - I mean there are quite a few that go home and continue doing really well with their weight loss. But then towards the end it's about "winning".
As far as the media - they like to spin anything. I mean what sounds better? A few of the contestants soaked in saunas for hours and took diuretics to be the "biggest loser" or that they actually worked hard at it? It's kind of like resources on the internet - if you are trying to investigate a product - you are going to hear more bad than good. The people that complain are going to be posting more about something than someone that says - oh it's so good.
iamfire1
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Keep in mind the big picture
Morning,
It helps to keep in mind the bigger picture.
There's the TV show, The Biggest Loser.
Then there's the whole marketing/product franchise built around it...something that (I'd bet) pours money into the pockets of the advertisers.
There's the DVDs. The cookbooks. The apparel. The online club (where a 3 Month Value pack is only $59.94!). But what I love is they first grab your mailing information before presenting you with that fact. It's actually quite savvy marketing.
So obviously, reality would dictate, the show will do whatever brings in the most attention/money/fans/etc.
My morning input,
Barbara
Morning,
It helps to keep in mind the bigger picture.
There's the TV show, The Biggest Loser.
Then there's the whole marketing/product franchise built around it...something that (I'd bet) pours money into the pockets of the advertisers.
There's the DVDs. The cookbooks. The apparel. The online club (where a 3 Month Value pack is only $59.94!). But what I love is they first grab your mailing information before presenting you with that fact. It's actually quite savvy marketing.
So obviously, reality would dictate, the show will do whatever brings in the most attention/money/fans/etc.
My morning input,
Barbara
bikinibound
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I haven't posted in the thread for awhile b/c i taped the show, and just now watched it. Although I missed the first hour where apparently someone got rewarded for eating 1900 calories in 4 minutes?? That seems to me to be promoting eating habits they should be discouraging. But I missed it, so I can't say.
yeah, I think the BL marketing thing is kinda sad. It's probably just another way to milk more money out of overweight people.
As to them voting off Jerry--well I thought it was a very good strategic move on their part--although not very ethical. But it's a reality show, and there really isn't much room for ethics on reality TV, right? ha. I think the thing that annoyed me the most was how all the women were sitting there bawling about it. I mean, come on! If you feel that badly about voting him off, then vote off some other poor bastard instead. The truth is that they're all looking out for their own asses--which is to be expected, and is fine with me. Just don't go and blubber on and on about how sorry you are that you HAVE to do this. Puhleese.
yeah, I think the BL marketing thing is kinda sad. It's probably just another way to milk more money out of overweight people.
As to them voting off Jerry--well I thought it was a very good strategic move on their part--although not very ethical. But it's a reality show, and there really isn't much room for ethics on reality TV, right? ha. I think the thing that annoyed me the most was how all the women were sitting there bawling about it. I mean, come on! If you feel that badly about voting him off, then vote off some other poor bastard instead. The truth is that they're all looking out for their own asses--which is to be expected, and is fine with me. Just don't go and blubber on and on about how sorry you are that you HAVE to do this. Puhleese.
MsGhettoBooty
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Puh-lease, girl... trust me, you didn't miss much on that part. I guess her team had this strategy where they'd let their biggest guy eat the calories for the team. In her mind, she "believed" that he didn't do what they had planned... my ass. Homegirl just wanted to chow down IMO. Bah.... I hate that crap. Take responsibility for your impulsive behavior... don't go blaming it on someone else. With that being said... enjoy tonight's show. hahaaa!
-Sheryl
T2 Trucker
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That challenge I just watched was all-inspiring. For those that 'don't get it', well that's a shame you missed it.
P.S. I wanna make out with Jillian. Still.
P.S. I wanna make out with Jillian. Still.
MsGhettoBooty
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What a coincidence... so do I.
-HHC