And The Biggest Loser Is…
Hi Everybody,
Okay I could lie and tell you that I saw the first hour of the Biggest Loser finale…but I didn’t! I watched the semi-final of American Idol. Now usually I watch Biggest Loser early the next morning but I can’t tomorrow because I have to leave the house by 8:15 a.m.
So when I changed the station, Jerry was in the lead for the “at home” Biggest Loser. He is soooo skinny–almost too skinny. However, some of the “at home” contestants didn’t lose as much as I expected. I guess this is because they have somuch to lose. Well, when all was said and done, no one could beat Jerry and he won the At Home Biggest Loser title.
When I wasn’t watching, it was announced that Mike was voted by America to join Helen and Tara in the top three. Helen is first up to weigh in. She lost a lot of weight–140 pounds to be exact! She lost a whole person–me actually! Mike is second. He lost 207 pounds! But he can’t catch Helen. This leaves the title of Biggest Loser between Helen and Tara. Tara is last to weigh-in. She lost a total of 155 pounds, but she needed to lose 160 to beat Helen. So this season’s Biggest Loser is…drum roll please…Helen Phillips. Huh? Helen Phillips won? Yep, she sure did.
I know this doesn’t make everyone happy. Tara kicked butt throughout the whole season and ended up with…well she did win some nice prizes–didn’t she? Helen’s daughter Shannon sacrificed herself for her mom. Her current weight shows that she really did sacrifice herself. Hopefully, Helen will make it worth her while! Helen’s husband is employed at a Chrysler plant and isn’t sure of his future. At least now, they won’t have to worry as much as the rest of us, right?
So, congratulations to Helen and Jerry! Thanks for reading and commenting with me this season! I can’t do this without you! Love Bloggergal1
My vote for the most changed contestant is Kristin. Wow, the hair style and weight loss have made her amazing looking! Good for her!!!!
Who will be the 2009 Biggest Loser?
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Are you ready for the Biggest Loser finale? Tomorrow night at 8:00 p.m., we’ll find out who America has chosen to join Helen and Tara in the final three. Will they pick Ron, thinking that he doesn’t have a chance against Tara? Or will they choose Mike, hoping that he can beat Tara in the end? Don’t forget that Helen is in this mix too. Can she pull off an upset and beat Tara and Mike/Ron to claim the title of Biggest Loser? I know a lot of you don’t want to see that happen. Many feel that Helen was extremely selfish by promoting herself and staying on the ranch instead of pushing to save her daughter. Maybe we should all be like Helen. Do we put our children before ourselves many times to our own detriment? I know…we can go back and forth about this one for a long, long time. Stay tuned…Bloggergal1
Biggest Loser Contestants Head Toward the Finish Line
The Biggest Loser starts with the contestants’ “Oh my God!” reunions with their families. Remember they will all be home for thirty days and then return to the ranch for their final weigh-in before the finale.
Tara gives her $25,000 kitchen makeover prize to her mom. Her kitchen looks beautiful and she was supplied with all the Biggest Loser products that she will need to keep her weight in line.
The contestants receive a tape from Allison. Allison tells them that they will be running a marathon–a 26.2 mile marathon. Tara doesn’t seem as frightened as the others, does she? Ron…well you know. They have 26 days to train.
Jillian takes a trip to visit her players. She meets Mike at the gym. He’s feeling very stressed about everything. He’s worried about the marathon, he’s worried about his weigh-ins and he’s worried about his brother Max. She works with Mike to get him to refocus. Watching Mike make this transition on the Biggest Loser this season has been incredible for me. Wouldn’t it be great if Biggest Loser took a whole group of teenagers to work with next season? Come on Biggest Loser!
Next, Jillian goes to see Tara. Tara’s bedroom is a total wreck and Jillian tells her that the room reflects what is going inside her head. She doesn’t seem to be finding a balance in her life. They work out together and then go out for lunch and a drink. Yes, a drink! Jillian teaches her that she can have a drink as long as she is working out and taking care of herself.
Bob goes to visit Ron. He works out with Ron and his son Max. Bob works Max out to the…well…max! Teehee. He works him out until he vomits. A joy to watch. He teaches Max how to eat nutritiously and Biggest Loser squeezes in another Subway commercial.
Jillian meets with Helen. Helen is feeling the stress of being home too. She is trying way too hard and she’s exhausted from it. She’s doing what a lot of us do…she’s trying to please everyone, all the time. Sound familiar to anyone? Jillian talks some sense into her. As one of our blog commenters asked, where is Helen’s daughter in all this?
The contestant’s are training for the marathon. Mike is running and ends up going to the hospital due to excrutiating pain. He doesn’t know if he’s going to be able to run the marathon.
Marathon time! Whoever finishes the marathon will be able to give $10,000 to their favorite charity. Helen and Tara are jogging side by side. Mike and Ron are walking side by side. Helen’s husband meets her and runs along side her. Tara’s friend runs along with her. Max joins Mike on the race. Helen’s husband drops out and she keeps on going. Max is suffering and stops. Mike keeps going. Ron makes it to mile five before he has to stop for some Doctor care. They wrap him up and he’s determined to keep going. Tara is met by Allie (Season Five winner) and she encourages her. Helen is met by Michelle (Season Six winner) for encouragement. Mike is disappointed that he is only able to walk the marathon. He is met by Bernie (Season Five at home winner). Tara, of course, finishes first. She finishes in less than 5 hours. Helen finishes in 5 hours and 48 minutes. Mike finishes in a little less than 8 hours. Ron is at mile 16 and the medical team are worried over him. His blood pressure if really high, but Dr. H. tells him he can still keep going if he wants to continue. He keeps walking. At mile 17, he’s met with all the prior winners to encourage him and walk with him. At mile 21, he’s met by Bob. Ron is determined to finish this race. It’s dark and he’s at mile 22. Ron keeps walking. Watching Ron finish this marathon was so inspiring. Yep…the tears are flowing again. My tears, Mike’s tears, Max’s tears and pretty much everyone who’s watching I bet. It took him a little over 13 hours to finish.
At tonight’s weigh-in, Allison tells Ron and Helen that they are the two oldest contestants to ever make it this far on Biggest Loser. The top two guarantee themselves a spot in the final three. The two who fall below the yellow line will face elimination. America votes for who stays and who goes. First up tonight is Ron. He lost 10 pounds at home. Mike lost 10 pounds at home also. He isn’t happy with his total. However, it’s enough to put him above his father. Helen is next. She lost 7 pounds at home. This puts her above Ron and Mike and guarantees her a place in the final three. Tara lost 10 pounds at home. She is also in the final three. This means that either Ron or Mike will be voted by America to that final spot. They seem upset, but I think that this is good, because Mike has a really great chance of being in the finale–at least I hope he does!
Each contestant is able to speak to America and plead their case. Of course, Ron begs America to vote for his son Mike. Mike tells America that he’s happy either way. So who will become the Biggest Loser? I’d be very surprised if it’s not Tara. But, I can’t help hoping it’s Mike. I always cheer for the underdog. I just can’t help it. See you next Tuesday night for the Biggest Loser finale! Stay tuned…Bloggergal1
This Week’s Biggest Loser Is Last Before the Finale
Hi Everyone,
This week’s Biggest Loser is the last one before the May 12th finale. Who do you think will be in the final three? It’s amazing that Ron and Helen are still on the ranch. The contest seems to be between Mike and Tara. Don’t forget this week will all depend on who has the most will power because the contestants are home for 30 days prior to this weigh-in.
Past contestants will return to the show this week to cheer on the Final Four. The Final Four will compete in a full marathon. Hmm, who is the best runner of those four? Hmm, does anyone else stand a chance again Tara? Couldn’t the producers pick something for the contestants to do that would even up the odds?
Anyway…stay tuned…Bloggergal1
Biggest Loser Viewers Get Their Say This Week
Hi Everyone…Happy Sunday!
There are only 9 days left to the Biggest Loser finale. We are down to the final four: Heba, Ed, Vicky and Michelle. This week we, the viewers, get to vote who is eliminated. I think it’s pretty obvious that if Vicky falls below that line, she’s outta there! My opinion is that Michelle is safe this week no matter what because I can’t imagine that “America” would vote her off.
This week will have a peek into this past season showing all the ups and downs (yes, pun intended!) The challenge involves wearing a suit that weighs the amount of pounds each contestant lost. I think that sounds interesting because originally they were carrying that around all the time!
Have a great day…stay tuned…Bloggergal1
Check out this Biggest Loser Vicky video
Hi Everybody,
I couldn’t resist sharing this blog and video I found on Yahoo. Too funny! Have a great day! Bloggergal1
http://tv.yahoo.com/blog/the-biggest-villain-on-biggest-loser–48
Who are Biggest Loser’s Final Four?
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New York City here comes the Biggest Loser! First stop is a hair salon. Hair cuts, highlights and hair color changes abound. Next stop is Macy’s with Christian Suriano. He helps them find new updated styles to match their new updated shapes! Christian lets them pick their own clothes but when they go to him he nixes everything and picks out clothes for them to wear. His fashion tip? A good, stylish shoe in basic black is a must. To add to that…my dad always said if your shoes are shined and clean you will make a good impression.
The contestants appear on the Tyra Banks show. Michelle comes out first and is surprised with a reunion with her dad. Next to come out is Renee. She talks to Tyra about how amazing it is to reconnect with her daughter through the show. Then out comes Renee’s husband (awww!!!). Next to appear is my favorite contestant (NOT) Vicky. I think they put a bit too much makeup on her. Tyra surprises her with her sister. Heba is up next. She’s surprised with her brother who has promised to take her on a trip. Last is Ed who is surprised with his dad. Christian surprises all the contestants with $1000 gift cards from Macy’s.
After the show, the contestants go to Times Square and guess who pops up on the huge screen? Yep, Jillian and Bob to tell them just because they are in New York doesn’t mean they are on vacation. The next day all the contestants manage to get in a little exercise while spending time with their “loved one”.
Back in Los Angeles, the contestants meet with their coaches. There is a lot of concern that they might have had too much fun and not put in enough work. The night’s challenge is to hang in a glass cube 15 feet above water for as long as possible. The winner gets a spa vacation. Vicky quits almost immediately but is really afraid to jump into the water. Heba drops into the water after about 18 minutes. Ed after saying “sorry” drops next. Once again its mother against daughter. Renee drops to allow Michelle to win. But Vicky is still sitting up on the side of the box afraid to drop. She carries on and cries and cries and finally jumps into the water when Ed goes into the water to coax her. I think she always has to be the center of attention but the show makes it look like she’s had some major breakthrough. Okay, whatever.
The last chance workouts have all the contestants working really hard because they know how important this weigh in will be. First up at weigh-in is Vicky. She lost 4 pounds this week. Renee lost 4 pounds. Michelle lost 5 pounds. Ed lost 3 pounds. This puts him below the yellow line. Heba lost 7 pounds. This puts Renee below the yellow line. With three votes against her, it looks like Renee will be heading out the door tonight. But it all depends on Vicky. Will she get rid of one of her own alliance and vote off Ed or will she stick with her alliance and vote off Renee? Of course Michelle votes to eliminate Ed and Heba votes to eliminate Renee. Vicky sticks with her alliance and votes off Renee.
So that leaves us with the final four…husband and wife team, Heba and Ed; Vicky and the only black team member Michelle. Now the weight loss is what matters the most. Go, Michelle!!! There is just one more week before the finale. Stay tuned! Bloggergal1
Biggest Loser Takes a Bite Out of the Big Apple
Hi Everyone!
I hope you had a great Thanksgiving weekend! Did you incorporate Rocco’s tips or do as I did and say “the heck with it!”?
This week’s Biggest Loser takes the remaining contestants to New York City for makeovers. “Project Runway” champ Christian Siriano gives wardrobe advice. Not only do they get new looks, but they also get to appear on the Tyra Banks show. Click here for more details.
Has anyone checked out the contestants’ My Space pages? My sister suggested this and tells me that Vicky is very vocal on her site. Click here to check it out. You can search the main My Space page for each contestant by typing their first name and the words “Biggest Loser”.
With only a couple weeks left, things are looking pretty good for Heba, Ed and Vicky. Those three together definitely spells trouble for Michelle and Renee. The only chance Michelle and Renee have is to stay ABOVE that yellow line! At least they know they can count on each other.
So stay tuned….and have a great week…Bloggergal1
Biggest Loser brings back Rocco!
Hi Everybody!
I hope you are enjoying your weekend! This week’s Biggest Loser is right before Thanksgiving. So naturally it will feature NFL stars. Jerry Rice and Steve Young will be making an appearance. They put the contestants through some NFL-style drills.
Also making another appearance on Biggest Loser this week is our favorite cutie chef Rocco DiSpirito. He’s going to teach our contestants how to make Thanksgiving dinner with fewer calories. I know I’ll be watching and taking notes. My favorite part of Thanksgiving dinner is the stuffing/dressing. There goes a pound or two!
Obviously, Renee and Michelle are in a bit of trouble this week since they are so much in the minority. I don’t think it should be too hard for them to get Amy on their side. That would even up the votes. Since Coleen is gone and she was my favorite I’ll have to switch to Michelle. I would be cheering for Amy but she really annoyed me last week when she voted out my Coleen. I sure hope Vicky doesn’t win this thing!
Talk to you on Tuesday….stay tuned….Bloggergal1
The Biggest Losers Sweatin’ to the 80′s
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This week’s Biggest Loser started with Vicky’s reaction to Amy voting out Brady. There was a lot of bleeped words. I think even Heba is looking a little frightened of Vicky. Trainer Bob was dismayed to realize that his Blue team is falling apart. Vicky and Amy aren’t speaking and Trainer Bob is concerned that this will lead to their demise.
As promised, its 80′s week on the show. All the contestants got decked out in 80′s garb–leg warmers, headbands, etc. and then headed to 80′s style workouts. Jillian took her Black team to meet with a break dancer. I think they did a really good job learning. They were relaxed, had fun and looked great. Next Bob’s team had a workout 80′s style. I don’t know about you, but they just looked embarrassingly bad. It’s weird how all the uncoordinated contestants ended up on the same team.
Today’s challenge involved 80′s trivia and holding up weight. If you answer the trivia question incorrectly, water is added to your barrel and increases the amount of weight you are holding up. If you answer the trivia question correctly you get to pick who you want water added to. The last one standing wins some nice prizes and one choice prize. The choice is $5,000 cash or add 1 penalty pound to whichever contestant you choose. Ed ended up having water added to his bucket twice and so he was the first one out of the competition. Amy was the second one to let go. I thought that was strange because she didn’t even have extra water added to her bucket. Coleen was next (extra water added twice), followed by Vicky (water added once), then Heba (water added at least twice). The last two remaining were mother Renee and daughter Michelle. Michelle asks her mom to let go and promises to buy her a purse. Renee lets Michelle win.
Trainer Bob continues to try to mend the riff in the Blue team. They aren’t too enthusiastic about listening to him. Trainer Jillian works her Black team’s butts off because she knows they don’t have the numbers if they end up below the yellow line. Amy ends up apologizing to Vicky for voting off Brady. I sure hope she’s playing her. Blue team’s last chance workout is extra tough because Bob is convinced that Michelle will use the 1 pound penalty on a member of his team.
Before the weigh-in, Allison asks Michelle her choice between the $5,000 cash and giving someone a 1 pound penalty. Michelle decides to give the 1 pound penalty. Personally, I would have taken the $5,000. I don’t think 1 pound is enough to give up all that money, but we’ll see soon enough. Michelle chooses to give Vicky the 1 pound penalty.
Weigh-ins: Michelle: 194 – 8 = 186 pounds (8 pound loss) Renee: 215 – 8 = 207 pounds (8 pound loss) Ed: 273 – 11 = 262 pounds (11 pound loss) Heba: 238 – 7 = 231 pounds (7 pound loss) Coleen: 170 – 3 = 167 pounds (3 pound loss) Shucks, I love Coleen! Amy: 181 – 8 = 173 pounds (8 pound loss) Once again, Amy is the Biggest Loser. VIcky: 193 – 6 = 187 pounds (6 pound loss plus a 1 pound penalty). The two competitors below the yellow line are Vicky and Coleen. If the votes go along Team lines, Coleen will be voted out. But, it comes down to Amy once again. Will she stick with the Blue and vote Coleen out? Or will she go after Vicky? I’m sure you know how I feel and I think I know how you feel! Amy, please get Vicky out of there, please!!!
Michelle votes to eliminate Vicky. Renee votes to eliminate Vicky. Ed votes to eliminate Coleen. Heba votes to eliminate Coleen. Amy once again decides the elimination. Coleen is <sadly> eliminated. Darn, I really wanted her to make it to the end. I really don’t understand why Amy would vote Coleen off rather than the witch Vicky. If next week, the bottom two are Amy and Heba…who does Amy think Vicky and Ed will vote to eliminate? Same’s true if the bottom two are Amy and Ed or Amy and Vicky. I hope she knows what she’s doing!
Stay tuned and have an excellent week…Bloggergal1