Jillian Michaels
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BACKGROUND
Jillian Michaels' knowledge of fitness training stems from years of martial arts and intense personal training. Best known as a trainer and coach on NBC's hit TV show The Biggest Loser, Jillian Michaels is an amazing motivator, personal trainer and guide to nearly 15 million Biggest Loser viewers every week. Before she was a massive television star, Jillian struggled to maintain her own healthy weight. She knows firsthand the trials and commitment it requires to lose weight and keep it off. Now she's set her sights on helping you reach your goals!
Jillian has created her own wellness media empire, and has written several books about weight loss and fitness, has a self-named Wii game, a self-named meal delivery program, an online diet program, a weekly radio show, a fitness DVD and is a contributor to Redbook Magazine and Cosmo Girl.
Here's a snapshot of Jillian's programs:
Jillian Michaels Online: As a member, you will reap the rewards of her knowledge, fitness expertise, secrets for weight loss, and motivational tips to keep you going. Jillian Michaels will keep you on the course of success with online diet support, unique weight loss tools, meal plans, and motivation to get the weight off and keep it off. The cost is about $4/week.
Jillian Michaels: Making the Cut: This mega popular book is a 30-day body-makeover guide that assesses your metabolism and guides you to eat appropriately for your specific metabolic type so that your body is using that energy and burning effectively. Making the Cut also contains self-empowerment tips and suggestions to overcome negative thinking and poor self-confidence.
Jillian Michaels: 30-Day Shred: Jillian’s popular workout DVD is designed to help you drop those last 10-20 pounds in just 30 days. There are three, 20-minute progressive workouts that become more challenging as you work through the program. Each session includes Cardio, Strength Training and Ab Training in a circuit-style routine.
Jillian Michaels Meal Plan: Partnering with the chefs at eDiets.com, Jillian has created a meal-delivery program that features her own diet rules and standards. Each week, you'll receive Jillian-approved meals delivered to your door that focus on lean protein, fresh fruit and veggies.
Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum 2009: This Wii game allows you to create your own character and then follow along with Jillian's signature intense bootcamp-style workouts as her voice encourages you to exercise harder and use proper form.
PRO
- Includes a variety of online and offline programs
- Jillian Michaels is a well-known and well-respected weight loss and fitness expert
- Programs don't include any gimmicks or fad diets
- Michaels' tough-love approach is an effective motivator
- Promotes healthy living
- All of Michaels' programs are practical and result-worthy
CON
- Exercise intensive
- May not click with Michaels' personality
- Some programs only feature a 30-day plan
DIET and NUTRITION
Even though Jillian has a number of different diet and exercise books, DVDs and other programs, her nutrition advice and guidelines remain steady. While her exercise DVDs don't contain diet tips, her books and online program contain heaps of information, recipes, and tools for you to eat healthy and lose weight.
She endorses a diet that is low-fat, low-carb and high in protein. Her eating plans generally feature three meals and a few snacks throughout the day, all of which include a lean protein source. Her online membership program contains the most comprehensive and personalized diet plan while her meal-delivery program offers you the convenience of eating Jillian-approved meals and snacks without having to prepare them.
Some Jillian-approved recipes you might find yourself enjoying include:
EXERCISE
The foundation of Jillian's program is exercise. She is a staunch proponent that consistent exercise is the most effective way to burn fat and calories. Her exercise programs all contain a cardiovascular and strength-training component that increase in their intensity as you move through them.
Her super-tough fitness philosophy have brought some of her Biggest Loser team members to tears, but it's her trademark motivational support that results in the achievement of weight loss goals and an almost contagious love and appreciation for exercise.
CONCLUSION
Well-rounded, exercise intensive and educational, the Jillian Michaels plan is based on science and created for anyone who is ready to commit to losing weight. Jillian doesn't say it's easy, but does say she'll make it easier by providing you all the tools and information you need, whether it is through her books, workout DVDs, online programs or meal-delivery plan.
Jillian's lengthy resume proves she has the knowledge and experience to guide you on your weight loss journey.
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Related Diets: Biggest Loser Club, Bob Harper, Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred, Jillian Michaels: Making the Cut, Jillian Michaels Detox and Cleanse, Jillian Michaels Quickstart, MyVitaminsRx, Jillian Michaels Meal Plan, Jillian Michaels' Master Your Metabolism, Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum
Wikipedia
Jillian Michaels (born 18 February, 1974) is a fitness expert who gained prominence as a trainer on the NBC weight-loss reality series ''The Biggest Loser'' (USA). Michaels was the trainer for the red team until 2006, when she was replaced by Kim Lyons. She returned in 2007 as the black team coach, competing against Kim's red team and Bob Harper's blue team. Kim decided not to return for the spring 2008 season, leaving Jillian as the only female trainer. Along with Bob Harper, Jillian is also a trainer in the Australian version of the show. She began her career in exercise because she was considerably overweight before her teenage years (though not as much as the contestants she whips into shape now). As a young adult, her mother enrolled her in a martial arts class, which was a new beginning for Jillian. Thereafter she dedicated herself to helping the overweight transform their lives and their bodies for the better.
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I thik that this show is a joke people cant lose 50 to 60 pounds in 1 week that is not healthy. and I think that jillian is sooo mean she used to be fat why cant she give them a break and stop screaming at them I would rather train with the guy any day over ms jillian. mean person!!!
I hated this diet it didnt work it is a fake
Everything has been so helpful since Aug. 2008 I have lost 50 lbs. and I am still loosing. I hope to continue to loose another 60 lbs. and get down to 130lbs before I stop. Jillian you are wonderful and I just finished watching the 1st show of the 2009 season and I know it is going to be another good one. God bless you and NBC.
i watch the biggest loser religiously. i weighted 225lbs in june of 2008 now i weight 193lbs its a stuggle right know with just have foot surgery what are some other excercises can i do being cofined to a walking cast for at least 3-4 weeks more(can do walking) i ordered all your videos thanks for your answers
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Jillian Rocks! I am signing up now to get my butt kicked!
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well i think that u r rocking!
and i'm a huge fan!
even though i live in California, and I have no problems wit my weight!
I jus wanna say sweet niblets, u hav helped a lot of people!
I'm a member of Jillian's website have been for 9 months. Prior to that, I followed Jillian's recommendations via her email newsletter and a body consultation. In total, with Jillian, I've lost 83 lbs. Add to that the fact that I am 60 yrs. old. I'd call her plan a success and would recommend that others try it.
I use her 30 day shed and yeah, it works, but honestly,y outell us to use your diet plan, can't find it any where, it would be nice if YOU do the stuff wwith us, not poor Natalie and your mean. I like the guy better.
i like jillian she helps alot of people
I paid good money for this program
Where is it??????
I love Jillian michaels! and the biggest loser. This looks like a great program as well.
Paired Jillians workouts and a modified Atkins and went from 308.5 to 163 in 18 months I am a happy new me.
Thank you Jillian !!
i need to asked a question. i,m a heart patient can i do any excerise that will not hurt me and help me tone up. i,m 71 yrs old and watch the show all the time. thank you
Jillian Michaels knows her stuff. I love her book "Making the Cut" and her website. She is the real deal and offers a true and realistic view on fitness. I think she is quite an inspiration. And, of course, she is incredibly beautiful- but that is beside the point.
Jillian you are such an inspiration. I've lost 59 pounds thanks to you and the biggest loser. I've dropped from size 16 to a size 4. I think you are such an awesome person with a big heart! You and the biggest loser have changed my life. Thank you!
think this is great.. however I have a problem as i would love to join and lose as I am very over weight But... I have CFS and can't do the exercies like they do how can I get this program to work for me with hurting me????
I think they should do a season for people that are already healthy, but get them into the greatest shape of their lives. Or help them become trainers. I would watch this religiously.
Best trainer ever. I have tried Jillian's Making the Cut book and it really helps you figure out your personal menu to stay on top of losing the weight you need to. I recommend it to everyone and know people will get results, but you have o be dedicated and honest! Good luck!
I watch the show and am glad Jillian isn't on it as much. The harsh tone she uses, I heard is a big act just like Chef Ramsey uses on his cooks. The writers make her act like that, saying stuff like I am going to break your fingers if you don't do this exercise.
I know it's all a put on, but I do still watch it, just to see how people look in the end.
i tried jillian michaels 30 shred today for the first time, and my friends and i are in sooo much pain. jillian knows her stuff. me and my friends are each a different hight, weight, and body type...and we each turned bright red, were soaked with sweat, and ready to saok and pass out after doing the video...WOW even if you are in shape, try her dvd.
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