There have been some major revelations this week about the contestants on The biggest Loser. I'm sure you have heard or seen it on social media. If not, this is whats going on...
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Now I don't doubt that what Kai is alleging happened. And I am sure that more than what is wrote went on.
But come on people, what do you expect?
You are applying to be on a National Televesion show, with HUGE ratings and sponsors. What did you think was going to happen?
Did the contestants from the 2nd season on honestly think that the 1st season contestants lost all that weight that quick in a completely "normal" way? Its TV people!
When your only job is to lose weight while your on the show, than don't be surprised that they would have you working out 4-7 times a day.
Limiting your calories? Uh yeah that's how you lose weight super fast. Did you actually think they would have you eating a normal balanced 12-1800 calories a day diet? NO!
Were you really that "surprised" that they isolated you in a hotel room and watched you like a hawk while the show is taping? Come on, they are making millions from sponsors and they don't need contestants spoiling the season. IT'S TV!
Speaking of sponsors, uh did they think that they would be eating fruits and vegis all day? Hell no, your eating the food from the companies that fund the show. Its not rocket science people!
Theres a reason why the trainers with a bigger name have stepped away ALOT! They have too much to lose in their own careers to be tied to a controversial issue. Hello, Jillian has now left for 3rd time. Jillian just stay away!!! Bob needs to take note and FOLLOW!
I do watch the show. I like the show. I have met a couple people from the show.
Do I believe the show? Sure, we see the weightloss.
Does it make me feel I can do the same at home and have the same results? NO!
Do I think what they do is healthy? NO!
But I also am smart enough to know that its TV. Its all about ratings and sponsors.
Did these upset past contestants read their contracts before signing? You know darn well it said all of this stuff in it in some way, shape, or form. If it didn't, SUE. That hasn't happened yet, so you know its in their contracts that they chose to sign.
Would I go on the show if I had 100lbs to lose knowing all of this went and goes on? Sure, again its TV, what do you expect!
Will I keep watching it? Sure, its almost an organized train wreck you cant turn away from.
I do hate that some of the contestants had a bad experience for our viewing pleasure, but again what did they expect was going to happen when they signed a contract for a primetime national TV show?
Come on people WAKE UP!
It is TELEVESION!!!
What are your thoughts?
I loved hearing your view. I stoped watching the show ages ago, but I did enjo it when I did. Is it healthy, I don't think so, but contestants are going on a show to lose weight AND win money. I agree with you, it is TV.
ReplyDeleteTOTALLY agree with you. Nothing about reality TV is real, I'm surprised people are still shocked by that. I liked this show when it first came out, but to be honest, I haven't seen it in a few years. (side note: I gave up TV a few years ago other than Netflix occasionally, and my life is much more productive because of it!) I don't necessarily agree with the message they are sending out, but if it motivates anyone to get up and better their life, then I'm cool with it.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with you. If you've watched the show at all, you had to know what you were getting into. Of course it's going to be extreme. If you don't want that, don't sign up.
ReplyDeleteI have mixed feelings. This show has been on for years and there is no way that a contestant doesn't know what it is like. But I do think that it gives people access to help that they may not be able to get and hopefully send them on a healthier path. Whew!
ReplyDeleteI never really paid attention to the show and then when I see folks reveal themselves there is always some controversy tied to it. Not sure how I feel about the show. It is televised in front of millions and it is all about the sponsors so you know they are going to be a bit extreme with it.
ReplyDeleteI don't do reality tv. I can't believe the contestants were surprised by what was expected of them, but I can't even begin to imagine being in their situation.
ReplyDeleteI'll be honest, I have never seen the show. But I have a hard time believing that the contestants are THAT clueless..it's REALITY TV.. you are under the eye and scrutiny of everyone. Not sure I have a lot of sympathy.
ReplyDeleteLove it and think that it has saved some lives.
ReplyDeleteAh the drama and yes, you had to know there was more going on behind the scenes. It's all a bit scary!
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