
BACKGROUND
Having a personal trainer means working really hard and lots of discipline. The reward is that you always picture yourself with the dreamy trainer - so that makes up for it. With Bob Harper, you get the entire package - a good-looking, personable trainer who is dedicated to helping you realize your full potential. Bob has many years of experience and is certified with several notable fitness organizations.
Bob became a household name and put his mark on the fitness landscape by being one of the wildly popular trainers on NBC's hit show The Biggest Loser. The spring of 2008, Bob continued his success as one of the most respected trainers in the world with the publication of his book "Are You Ready! To Take Charge, Lose Weight, Get in Shape and Change Your Life." The book is a well-rounded and smart approach to managing the emotional side of weight, nutritious eating and regular exercise and physical activity.
Bob has a true passion for his work - and you get to reap the benefits. Exercise is usually as fun as dental work and watching paint dry. However, Bob Harper's practical advice, friendly disposition and consistent motivation make him a valuable partner.
PRO
There are three ways to access Bob's approach to weight loss: via ordering his DVD training program, becoming a member of The Biggest Loser Club, the weight loss club spun from the popular TV program, or in his new book "Are You Ready!".
- Positive and motivating
- Admits that not everyone will achieve the results featured on Biggest Loser
- Both programs (DVD or Biggest Loser) are affordable
- Begin transformation on the inside and work out
- Certified with American Fitness Training of Athletics and with Aerobics and Fitness Association of America.
CON
FOOD & RECIPE
Bob customizes his program to each individual. On Biggest Loser, he promotes his Eat More Diet. He suggests that all of that food you might be cutting out could be the answer to why you're not losing weight. Your body needs certain calories and nutrients to function properly and become less dependent on fat stores.
Bob suggests that by consuming between four and six smaller meals throughout the day, you'll be able to beat hunger before it starts. You'll consume a diet that is low calorie and low carb. Portion control is also important, since you can always have too much of a good (or bad) thing.
An example of a day on Bob Harper's Eat More Diet could be:
- Breakfast
Five egg whites with turkey bacon
- Morning Snack
Slice of deli chicken with string cheese and mustard
- Lunch
Albacore tuna on a spinach salad with balsamic vinaigrette
- Afternoon Snack
Laughing Cow Light cheese with a celery stick
- Dinner
Grilled salmon with steamed asparagus and a tossed salad
EXERCISE
Bob is a trainer, so he is focused on exercise. Should you follow either his DVD program through Push.tv or subscribe to the Biggest Loser Club, you can definitely expect to get moving. Exercise will vary on both programs with Biggest Loser being more customized to your needs.
EXPENSE
Bob's DVD training program is sold through Push.tv. You can subscribe to several training programs, which start at $25 for a monthly rate and go to $225 for nine months with three free.
You can join the Biggest Loser Club for only $20/month.
Bob Harper is certainly making a name for himself in weight loss circles. While he's been a highly sought-after trainer in L.A. for years, working with names like Gwyneth Paltrow and Ben Stiller, he's now more accessible than ever. Bob is a trainer on NBC's Biggest Loser, author of a weight loss book, star of several exercise DVDs and a featured speaker for many events. His approach to weight loss is practical and realistic. He motivates you to start by recognizing important changes on the inside and working toward the physical changes on the outside. Both the DVD videos and Biggest Loser are affordable, and both make losing weight a lot more fun than you've probably had before.
Common Misspellings
Bob Harp, Bobby Harper, Bob Hoper, Bob Horper
Wikipedia
Robert "Bob" Harper (born 1965) is a personal trainer, who appears on the television series ''The Biggest Loser'' (US) as the trainer for the blue team. He is also a trainer in the Australian version of the show. He was born and raised in Nashville, TN.
Anonymous: BobHarper is the best! I would love to train with him
Anonymous: I would also love to train with him. He can make a new you.
Lisa C.: I have a trainer who is EXACTLY like Bob Harper except younger - he is fabulous and has made such a difference in my life!
Lisa C.: I have a trainer who is EXACTLY like Bob Harper except younger - he is fabulous and has made such a difference in my life!
Anonymous: Bob harper is beautiful I You tube him daily for motivation and inspiration
Anonymous: Bobby Harper is the Man! Go Blue Team! I cant wait to see who wins this years Biggest loser. I have already lost 20 pounds watching and following some of the tips and workouts on the show.
Jim: Is his name really Roberto?
Anonymous: Bob is great! hes not only a trainer he can actually be a friend to you and repects who you are.. never shouts at you!
Anonymous: bob harper rocks an angel sent from god.helping people get their lifes back
Anonymous: I like the fact that he uses the mind also. I think the mind is were you start first anyway. You have to set it to what to do the work and lose also.
Connie/ Minnesota: Bob is a trainer who is not all about himself but for others i to struggle but watching every tuesday night and hitting the gym 5am m-f for an 1hr a day myself Bob really gives not only the contestants but home viewers like me confidence and hope special thanks to my life saver keep inspiring america god bless.
Dawn/Illinois: Bob is great! He is so inspirirational, he really makes you think about yourself and why you do what you do. Be true to yourself! I would love to be able to work with Bob someday it would be an honor.
Anonymous: gotta love bob harper
Anonymous: Bob rocks! :)
Lillian : I just love the show, I work at a clinic in NH. We have all lost wait and can stay with by following the show. But I need help I am getting married and my huband to be is VERY over wait. and has health problem that would get better if he would lose some wait, and Ideas
natalia(argentina): hola bob ,soy natalia de argentina.tu personalidad me re gusta sos un tipo muy bueno.siempre veo la serie.ojala algun dia pueda ir a los angeles y conocerte...te quiero mucho..naty
rea : bob i love you. you are firm for what you what them to do but gentle in the way that you don't what to fail so that is why they try so hard because they don't want to let you down. i have never had a trainer because i can't afford it
Lou: Bob you have inspired me to join a gym finally loose the weight that has slowly crept on since having my daughter 5 years ago.I live on the cetral coast in NSW,Australia where series 4, week 8 is being aired.To watch the way you and Jill work is inspiring, as much as I love our Aussie trainers Shannon and Michelle,you and Jill will always be the biggest losers number 1 trainers.Thankyou
Eric: Hey Bob I love to watch you on the show.
Dana: Hi Bob, my name is Dana, I am 28 years old and the single mother of two beautiful little boys. I also weigh over 300 pounds and i fear that if I do not do something soon, I will not be here to watch my children grow up. I am asking for help and i would like to know when the next casting for the biggest loser is. Thanks, Dana
kevin: Bob is really helpful.
CAROLINE: He is so genuine, nobody could ever take his place. He truly cares and motivates his contestants, I would love to meet him and train with him one on one. He is the best.
MsSoozieq: Bob Harper is a neat guy, but I'll be glad when Mark is off the program. I'm SO tired of his crying. Makes me sick!
Rose: Hello Bob, I'm a 28 years old and 5ft 4inches and weigh 204 and very unheathly and I have 7children and husband I need some help to get heathly can you help me.
Alecha: Bob your cool!!! i watch the Biggest Loser all the time i think you and Jillian are great trainers.
Alecha: Hey BOB i was thinking of being a P.T is it a good job?
Nancy: Bob - This is more of a question than a comment. I am 57 years old and quit smoking 1 year ago. Since then I have put on about 31 pounds and still only weigh 132. So, obviously, I am not concerned about my weight. I am concerned about my belly. I keep reading conflicting opinions of what exercises to do to flatten it. I trust your opinion so could you please let me know what exercises will help me flatten my belly. You are totally cute!!! Thanks for your help, Nancy
Larry: When donuts and other 'treats' are brought in to the office, I now find myself "What Would Bob Do"? I can then walk away and feel good about it!
























