Last week I had the opportunity to join a media call with Jillian Michaels and Bob
Harper. For Biggest Loser fans- no explanation is needed. For those of you have yet to jump on the incredible Biggest Loser bandwagon- these are the brilliant trainers who inspire and motivate not only the contestants, but people literally across the world. Also on the call was Mark Koops, Executive Producer of the show.
It was a really casual conversation that gave much more insight into how the show works behind the scenes and into Jillian’s and Bob’s opinions and experiences with the show. The hot topic discussed was the “America Votes” twist that will be discussed on the show tonight. The end of last week’s episode from Australia revealed that this time, America will have the chance to vote for the two people below the yellow line to determine who goes to the finale (Live, April 15). While Jillian and Bob were not completely on board with the idea, arguing that it’s up to the contestants because they live with each other and know each other and so much of their success rests in game play. Mark Koops argued on the side of us, the fans. Mark and both trainers agreed that everyone remaining- Ali, Mark, Kelly and Roger, deserve a place at the finale.
“What better way than to, let the fans just follow the, incredible personal tales of transformation through 15 weeks – you know, have a say in that, have a voice in that process,” explained Mark Koops, “Which journey has inspired [the viewer] the most?”
They knew before the season began that they would open the final vote. They wanted avid fans, especially those who’ve followed all five seasons, to be a part of the program. He felt that fans deserved the opportunity to have a voice. Be sure to watch Biggest Loser
tonight to learn more about making your vote count.
In what became more Q and A with Bob and Jillian, where the banter is quite similar to that of best friends or siblings, they each shared their opinion of the other as a trainer. Jillian on Bob – “He’s a great trainer. I mean, he’s – I think that he’s a lot tougher than a lot of people would imagine him to be.” Bob on Jillian – I think Jillian is probably one of the best trainers in not only the country, but the world. And I’ve seen them all. And she actually has made me become a better trainer.”
Bob and Jillian were asked if they watch much TV. A point of hilarious contention for the two as Bob watches American Idol, Lost and a variety of other shows that Jillian doesn’t look to favorably on. “Idol is the worst show on TV! It’s just bad karaoke,” was her response to Bob. I did ask her if she watches Biggest Loser and she said she does. She wants to be sure that it is edited fairly and see what we’re seeing. Jillian added that this season has been the most accurate so far.
Bob and Jillian talked about the early days of Biggest Loser. Bob shared his certainty that early on he knew it would be a success and was glad to be on board. Jillian says she hated the name and worried that the show wouldn’t work.
Thankfully for fans like us, and the contestants, she was proved wrong.
Don’t miss tonight’s final episode before next week’s live finale. Tomorrow you can catch the DietsInReview.com recap and Thursday you’ll find interviews with the two contestants who fall below the yellow line.
Friday we’ll share more of the call with Bob and Jillian- opinions about the somewhat awkward product placements and Jillian’s reaction to how she was recently portrayed during a weigh-in argument with Allison.
April 8th, 2008
I’m kinda thin/normal but I just want muscles so I wont stop training until I look like Jillian 
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(Page 1 of 1, 7 total comments)mary
i am going to miss jillian love bob, but she makes my day when she starts training the new recruits. also loved her new series when she went into familys in america they all look fabulous and very happy and gets to the bottom of there troubles ( great) good luck jillian. will miss you i will just keep watching repeats. but it wont be the same from england east barnet. you and bob need to come and do the british biggest looser they never look much better and lazy.need stronger exersize.
posted Aug 11th, 2011 6:23 amsandra
Hi there i just would like to know how come I am loosing inches but the weight is maintained? thnks Sandra
Wyndi
We love your show and watch it all the time. I do have a question for either of you. I live in a town where there are no fitness programs for children. I have been told to put my child into karate. Did it, and it was a joke. She is on her way to obesity and we need help. Desperately. Is there anything that either of you can suggest? We are stumped and stunned that a city the size of ours is not willing to put our children first.
posted Dec 26th, 2010 6:06 amMiYE
i am a little overweight but soon i will get more muscels then jillian :P
posted Jul 30th, 2010 7:46 pmfrom MiYE 15 years
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Travis- I don't believe it's "impossible" or "unhealthy" to lose that much that fast. You have to consider the fact that these people are morbidly obese. You lose A LOT of weight FAST when you are incredibly overweight. Someone who is say, 350 pounds can lose 20 pounds in a week simply because they are very overweight. . I also don't believe in the 1-2 pounds a week myth. Who is to say what EVERYONES body is "supposed" to lose? We all have different bodies that will lose weight the way it decides to lose weight.
posted Jul 13th, 2010 10:49 pmTravis
The biggest looser is a scam. The scale that they weigh in on is just a prop. It's impossible for people to loose that much weight that quickly. Its also very unhealthy.
posted Jan 16th, 2010 9:26 amSlimane BOUCHENAFER
Hello BOB, Julian i'm one of your fans i watchin' up in this period the last season of the biggest loser , i'm very happy Kym trainer she's become the biggest looser's one and i'm fan of she you are the Angels
posted Sep 12th, 2009 7:01 pmi love you all BOB, JULIAN ,KYM PLayers kisses hugs loves