Summary: In this episode of The Dr. Rob Show we discuss a recent article criticizing the reality weight loss TV show, The Biggest Loser. It is hard to deny the popularity of the show, but many weight loss experts are criticizing the approach the contestants of the show undertake. The dramatic weight loss results on a weekly basis, certainly makes for good television; however, significantly reducing calories and the intense exercise is not the best approach for long-term weight loss success. This same, "eat less and exercise more," outdated approach has been shown time and time again to produce short term results, but ultimately leading to long-term failure. So are contestants of The Biggest Loser being set up for failure? Who's fault is it if some of the contestants re-gain the weight? Certainly, the initial reaction would be to blame or point the finger at the contestants. Of course, there is a certainly level of personal responsibility for making the necessary diet and lifestyle changes long-term, but in reality it is not the contestants fault for re-gaining the the weight. It is the approach. America loves to see the contestants transformations, which is amazing to watch and very inspiring, but the show is sending people the wrong message when it comes to successful weight loss. In It is fundamental to understand that weight gain and obesity is not a calorie and lack of exercise problem, it is a hormonal problem. In this episode of The Dr. Rob Show… Discuss the recent criticism of The Biggest Loser TV Show Discuss some of the difficulties some past contestants have had after the show Mention Dr. Rob's ebook The Perfect Weight Loss Solution What Do You Think? Do you watch / like The Biggest Loser? How fault is it if a contestant re-gains the weight? Take Action We want to hear your thoughts and questions Make a comment here on the blog Connect with us on social media Twitter Facebook
