MY Thoughts – Last Night’s Biggest Loser

I’m REALLY not feeling the hatred of the Aqua Team. It was too much of it shown and then to see it to be covered AGAIN next week, I don’t know if I can stomach it.

I HATE what the red team is doing to Adrian. They’re a bunch of arrogant SOBs! Have they forgotten how they felt four short weeks prior to his return? They better change their attitude or the weight karma will catch up to them!

Being competitive is all well and good, but the backstabbing got so out of hand on the red team. I was swearing at the tv the whole time. Yeah, I usually end up hating one contestant every season, but those 2 chicks were horrible.

I find this season to be more petty than any episode in the past, and not about the work and inspiration. Conda is poisonous to the good energy, and she is not dealing with her personal issues at all, but is attacking others to avoid it. I have almost stopped watching because of this unnecessary and unappealing drama. Remember the season of Sam and Koli? Everyone was there for each other, supporting each other, and I loved that about the show. I think Dolvett is far too competitive, and seems to be about his own ego than really being present in the show. Jillian’s departure has, I think, changed the focus and balance in the show as well, and it makes me sad.

Seriously this season is hard to watch. The drama is HORRIBLE!!! I feel like I’m watching The Bachelor or something with all the drama. I get they all want to win, but that is nothing new from season’s past. There has always been 1 or 2 that like the attention, but this season it’s just over the top. I am to the point I’m not excited to watch it. I understand that they are probably getting on each others nerves, but if there is positive going on at the ranch too, why are we getting all the drama. Someone needs to sit down with Conda and fill her in on the fact that it is about losing weight not being the biggest bitch. And when you and Dolvett get to acting like drama queens I want to scream. Yes you both want to win, and yes you want your team to beat the other team, but aren’t you guys supposed to want the contestants to lose weight and get healthy? How can that happen when you 2 are bitching about what the other is doing? In the big picture the show is called Biggest Loser, not Biggest Drama Queen, if I wanted that I’d watch Real Housewives or Jersey Shore! I want to be inspired, not feeling like I wasted my time.

I agree that there needs to be more inspiration and motivation shown this year. There has been way too much time devoted to Conda and her negativity. People watch the show to be inspired, see great workouts, and get nutrition tips; not to see all of this drama.

Bob – I think you are fabulous! However, I agree with most. There needs to be less of the bickering on the show. I, personally, would like to see more on the healthy lifestyle. Show more of what they are doing to become more healthy. My son, who is 8 and is autistic, watches Biggest Loser with me and I have turned it off several times this season because I do not want him to watch the arguing!

Bob, I liked the Crossfit the other night and I may be wrong, but shouldn’t we change up or down our fitness programs instead of doing the same one over and over?

As for the drama. I didn’t like it…I never got to see the BLACK team and their inspirations/motivations/problems/solutions/etc. I totally agree these people are all strangers and are closed off from the things we are so used to dealing with daily, but dang it I’m NOT for watching them be rude to one another the WHOLE show and the SAME people over and over. I’ve actually stopped my DVR and will not be watching the rest of the season. I’ll wait till the next one. Sorry. I don’t need to see negativity like that – it brings me down and I don’t want to be down.

Have a great season and look forward to the next one.

Bob, I have been watching Biggest Loser since 2005 – it was the first “tv” we got after Hurricane Katrina. I have been encouraged and challenged, but lately it seems that I feel MORE stress after watching than I did before. The bickering and what seems to be mean-spiritedness is really just too much. To be honest, if this keeps up, I’ll just stop watching. After a long day of teaching middle-schoolers, the last thing I need is more of that.
Hope someone hears this and it makes a difference.
By the way – do love the crossfit!
Donna
anotherbattlewon.blogspot.com

Bob,
I agree the competativeness has taken away from the focus of the show. While it is a “bubble” I have used this show to help me address my own issues with eating. Do to not wanting to leave my family,I have taken my own journey at home and have lost 95 lbs. That did not come out of the competative aspects of the show, but the inspirational, and the counseling aspects that are shown. I hope to see less off the competative push that has been shown this season, and see a return to the Biggest Loser I know and love.
Thanks!
Katie Mosely

Bob, I have to say that I did think that your attitude about Dolvett this season has been somewhat of a turn off. I don’t think that your attitude has helped the contestant’s attitudes. I LOVE watching the Biggest Loser, but this season hasn’t been very fun to watch…

Bob I love you, but that is a very PC answer.. We have all watched season after season, and thee people are just jerks! And if they are not jerks, NBC need to re-edit because viewers are sick of watching these people bicker. We watch the show for motivation, and honestly I just feel tired after watching these people bitch and complain for 2 hours each week… I am sure it’s hard, but lots have done it before with much better attitudes!
#MissingTheLove

I am all for being competitive but being nasty while doing it not cool.

Hey Bob! Good insights! (my trainer is also obsessed with CrossFit… so, i’m guilty by association)

The things that bothered me a bit about last night was (1) the reception of the new people seemed chilly, at best, and (2) why the heat was all of a sudden off of Conda. She’s not pleasant. Maybe that’s just the editing, I don’t know, but she comes off as a know-it-all (and far too young to know-it-all).

I’m glad they are showing a bit more of you getting up in people’s grills and it was interesting to hear about the “homework” last night. I don’t think that’s been mentioned in any other season!

looking forward to next week! xo

What works for TV are the big break-through moments. I should say, that’s what works for The Biggest Loser. What works for TV are the stab each other in the back moments. You’re better than that. All of you.
Conda comes across as a young immature “Wanna-Be” – someone who used to be a “Queen-Bee” at school perhaps and got that way by putting other people down. By highlighting that behavior, your show turns into the Jerry Springer show, something I’ve chosen not to poison my mind with.
If you can highlight ANY possible emotional or even rational/logical break-through she’s had, that would be great. I know she’s had them. It’s human nature in a crucible setting such as The Ranch.

My plea as a viewer and as a success coach, please show the positive and the possible. Give people something to strive for, not to laugh at or become disgusted by. There’s too much of that already.

All the best and Better Every Day!

Wayne “Dr P” Pernell
http://www.BetterEveryDay.co

All I have to say is this….it does not matter what the conditions are in the house it does not give the right to ANYONE to be mean and toxic! I will call her out, CONDA is toxic and she is proud of it! It’s pretty obvious she has problems with men in general and she thinks it’s ok in that crazy messed up head of hers! I know all of America that see’s the show thinks exactly the same as I do, it’s a damn shame that’s for sure and she will regret it when the show is over because everyone will stay away from her toxic self! Conda has learned nothing, that’s pretty clear! Being toxic one minute and then crying like she gives a rip! Whatever, she can’t get off the show soon enough to say the least!

I agree with you Bob. I like seeing new things introduced. I learn a lot from watching the show and I can only imagine what it would be like to work out with all of you. I am working on making a healthier lifestyle and that included having to have gastric bypass surgery last September in order to lose enough weight quickly so that I will be able to have another surgery on my back within the year. Nine years ago I was diagnosed with a rare type of bone cancer called Chordoma and am lucky to have survived long-term and also overcome paralysis after the doctors said I would never walk again. I think some times people get into the game mode and they forget what is important – treasuring the moments we get, cherishing the people that help us and knowing that in an instant it could all be taken away. I hate the pettiness of this season and last night I actually found myself rooting for them to send home one particular person who just oozes in drama and I am tired of watching that. I have a lot of physical limitations post-cancer treatment and I wish people could just remember that some thing as simple as walking should not be taken for granted because not every one gets to walk, etc. Thanks for listening.

It seems that you are not that impressed with the other trainer…The eye rolling is such a form of disrespect and if a contestant did that to you, you would not be happy at all…. I love you and workout to many of your DVD’S…and would love to someday have you t rain a group of us…it seems that the other trainer is giving you a run for your money and you don’t like it…in the end it isn’t about either one of you but what you can give to the people that are there….

I enjoyed your blog and I wish I could say I enjoyed the season this time around. I have to share the views that have been abundant all over Facebook and NBCs site, it is waaaaaay too negative this season, NO inspiration, NO motivation, except to watch my behavior and never ever be like most of those contestants! I understand the “bubble” you referred to, but I’ve been watching BL for a long time now and have never seen a season so completely aggravating and uninspirational. I had to go somewhere last night and came home to watch it on my dvr. I ended up skipping an entire hour and just went to real time to see the weigh in with the hopes that Conda would be eliminated. Sadly she remains, along with Kim, the two worst influences on that ranch. I decided to stop watching until they’re gone. I’ll check Facebook chatter every week to see if that happens. If not, then I’ll just wait until the next season and hope for a more positive group and more inspirational season. I end up so agitated at the end of these shows that I can’t fall asleep for over an hour! TV shouldn’t be affecting me that way! This show should be a happy escape and a source of inspiration. I shouldn’t want to put my foot thru my big, expensive TV just to get rid of Conda or Kim. I know this is filmed in advance and there’s nothing that can be done, so I wait and wait and wait for the perfect elimination. I honestly don’t care who wins, I’m not cheering for anyone, don’t care about any of them, am not excited for any of them and haven’t seen any great improvements in any of them. You only had that one episode where you just weren’t you. But I still don’t see any kind of camaraderie between you and Dolvett. It would be more fun to watch if you guys got along better and maybe even double-teamed some of the trouble makers like you and Jillian used to do. Oh well. Hopefully next season will get back on track.

I don’t like all the drama in the house. Last season most of the people in the house loved and respected each other and I’m not seeing that this time around. Conda and Cassandra need to be called out on their selfish behavior and always trying to stir up trouble. Please bring back the inspiration and respect for fellow contestants. They are there for a once in a lifetime experience in order to change their lives forever and I feel as though they are taking it for granted.

I just think that the last episode was awful the way those two girls treated the new guy. I know as viewers we don’t see it all but the way it was portrayed on the show it looked like they just werent even giving him a chance. It just seems to me that some of them are just being mean! I just like seeing people being nice to each other and supportive of each other!

Bob,

I know how easy it is to get caught up in the situation. But really Conda is very immature and Kim, really she should know better and be a bit more accepting, however it does not seem to be in her nature. I know that we only see snips of time on the ranch but I have to say the producers are really taking it to the wrong end of the scope this time. I do not watch the show to watch little jr high behavior, I watch it to be motivated and hopeful that I can achieve what the contestants do. This season is totally turning me off! You Bob are the biggest presence in that house (even when your not in the house), you must make the contestants understand they are showing themselves to the world, is that really how they want to be seen. And I know for you this season is probably already in the can except for the finale, but please do not let them take the show to this level next season. I love you Bob, you inspire me every day on Facebook and every week on the show. Give us back the Biggest Loser we all tune in for…PLEASE!

I think FRAN is awesome. I can totally get how that would be a great feeling for the contestants even if it’s not done perfectly (at this time).

I hope we see things change on the show. I can see how being stuck together the good and bad about folks come out. This time it’s the bad with a few. Let’s hope things change and it becomes about getting healthy! Keep up the good work Bob.

Dear Bob,

Thank you for your thoughtful insights into this season and what was going on last night! Love you, love the show . . . . I particularly love watching your facial expressions during the weigh-ins!! All those contestants are so fortunate to be able to work with you! Kudos to you for all you do!!

Hopefully things will settle out next week . . . . you have the advantage of already knowing! Dolvett appears to be doing a good job trying to quell all the animosity! Think Condi didn’t lose much this week due to her Cortisol levels being elevated from all the anger and stress! LOL!!!!!

I agree whole heartedly about the lack of motivation and team work. The theme of the season of “No Excuses” has caused this issue. Yes, the weekly themes are nice and do help to hit home, but the number one excuse for some of most people is showing, I can’t do it alone. By breaking up the initial color teams, you broke their initial support system. This was the downfall for the first 4 to leave (number 4 walking out) and it makes it more challenging for the rest. Chris would probably not have had that meltdown if she had Roy there to console her through an workout, yes she is codependent, but its hard to stand on your own when you never have before.

As for the other energy in the room, Adrian should have been rewarded for bringing life back to the ranch. EVERY single contestant was in his excited shoes 4 weeks ago. Its too bad to see him get squashed in 1 week.

Bob, I have enjoyed how you and Jillian have portrayed a true sense team ahead of individual goals. Yes, the individual goals will come, but not at the expense of the team. I wish the Red team would see how supporting everyone will help you go further in life.

I think all the contestants are working very hard. I loved your crossfit workout. I think this season there is far too much game play.

One thing I have to say is when I was so negative and holding grudges I could not lose weight. I’ve heard and watched it be preached over and over on the Biggest Loser that if someone is holding negative in, it will hold them back weight loss wise as well as mentally. There are a few contestants that have to learn this yet. I was almost 250 pounds at my heaviest. I also was holding grudges, being envious of others and generally not peaceful. When I finally came to the place I could forgive, be happy with what I have and be at peace within myself the weight finally started coming off. Of course, I have been working so hard too but it’s not been a chore to do it this time. Keep helping the contestants be positive and learn to love themselves Bob!

I think this is by far the worst bunch of people I have ever seen on this show. I couldn’t even look at all of it last night, as it really got on my last nerves the way those two RUDE WITCHES acted towards the aqua team…and the way they excepted that man to lose all the weight to keep the team from being on the bottom…Wasn’t he already on a work out program at home? Hasn’t he already lost more weight than some of you there? Come on people What is the problem…People would give their right arm to be able to go to the ranch and work out and learn how to lose weight, and all you guys are thinking is PLAYING a GAME ALREADY!!! I have watched Biggest Loser since it first aired. I have NEVER just turned it off and looked at something else like I did last night…..
Hubba looks almost good after this red team!

Bob, I love the show, but last night’s was realy slap in the face to all of the staff and your viewers. The pettiness and insult-slinging has to stop. It is not good for your show at all. They should all be inspiring each other and motivating each other rather than tearing each other apart. I would like to see a show with contestants over the age of 70 (I am) who are not able to do the tough stuff your younger contestants can do. We need help too sometimes. I have a bad back and cannot even stand up longer than ten minutes and need some help there.

I do love the show and am so happy for them all, not just the final winners because they are all winners in my book.

Give Karl a hug from me.

I think what you are doing Bob is great but this season doesn’t seem like the contestants are losing as much each week as past shows. It is more like the real world but different. This show always inspires me to get up and move but not as much as past seasons. I would rather have you on at least 5 nights a week because it takes forever for Tuesday nights to roll around. I keep them recorded so when my butt is dragging I turn one on and watch to get me motivated. The show isn’t the same with Jillian not there. You just can’t replace her but with maybe two of you!! lol
Thank you for all you do
Karen Gascoigne Callaway, Nebraska

Thank you so much for giving your side–it helps and is appreciated. I guess for me, the drama this season is more along the likes of “Housewives of so -so County” or “Big Brother”…those reality shows that are based around DRAMA, and the reason I don’t watch them. In seasons past, BL has been a powerful inspiration and motivation to people like me who struggle with their weight…I’d prefer to see you helping in the gym and guiding in the kitchen, than all this eye rolling, back stabbing BULL that’s being shown~ Thanks again for sharing your thoughts.

i think when they added dolvett that they purposely pitted him against you last year. then this year they went competition with you against him. i dont like it. from the very first episode i didnt like it. i actually dont like very many of the contestants this year. regardless of what you say with them all being there together and getting on each others nerves etc…the seasons that i have seen have not had that, or it wasnt beat into us on every show, every moment, even during the weigh ins. shoving anger and stuff down our throats is making me NOT WANT TO WATCH. i love you to pieces bob and loved dolvett saying hard work dedication etc. i hated last years winner (i cant even recall his name) he was scary as hell. also note that with the tensions and anger the weigh ins are a joke. no one is losing enough to smile pretty about. its possible when dwts comes back on i will watch the elimination night instead of bl just because after the show im wired, tired, frustrated and definately not motivated.

Nicely said.

I meant with the contestants or should I say a few select contestants. You and Dalvet are great and doing your jobs well. Love watching you. I think for some it’s just their personality but still not right. I have watched a lot of seasons of Biggest Loser and there have only been a select few that I didn’t care for the contestants I often wonder why they are there.

I agree!! I don’t like how mean a lot of the contestants are to each other. They don’t seem to have any team mentality, but like its all about the game. Yes, I understand that part, but I loved the support you usually see and its just not there. I think the way the Aqua team was “welcomed” was horrible!!

I love this show, I have never missed a single episode from the very beginning. Some seasons are just not as fun and I am sure it is the gaming. The contestants are not as likable when they are playing the game instead of working on themselves. I have been disappointed to say the least and some of it I think comes down to casting. I recently re-watched all the seasons and found Season 6 was one that I skipped, remember the “family” one with husbands and wives vs parent and child couples? I really can’t watch because I find the people just unlikable. Other seasons the gamers seem to be balanced by others (notably Melissa in the season with Sam & Koli). This season does not seem to have that balance.

I also wonder sometimes how much is a cultural problem. Honestly, I see what is going on with Conda and Adrian and it just seems she does not understand where he is coming from as a person. Not only are they in this capsule but they are with people who live very different lives and have very different experiences. I am trying to put her behavior down to immaturity and a lack of exposure to other types of people.

My biggest hope is that next season is cast a bit better, not really much to do about this season but fast forward the drama.

For the seasons I have watched Biggest Loser there has always been 1 snobby witch on there this season is no different except there is more than 1. Then Add the chemistry (to be polite) going on between you and Dolvett. Half tempted to just not watch it all the way through. The aqua team worked their hardest and got their spots back. I don’t think much of any of them showed any maturity at all. Total disrespectful to blatantly tell a grown man to listen more talk less. Isn’t he a person? Does he not have a right to voice his opinion since he is part of a ‘team’ since when is there and I in team? It will be sadly disappointing to see Conda be the winner if she last that long. So many people like myself would give anything in the world to have the opportunity to utilize an experienced trainers knowledge to learn how to exercise and eat properly, but all i get is added to some mailing list instead and so many people just up and quitting or wanting to. I mean really did you not think you could get on the show and make it to the end? Just sadly disappointed by this season. Bob I think you need to stop playing into the competitive and focus more on changing your teams lives. Help them that are there for your help do not worry about the other trainer. It isn’t about whether you are better or he is its about those that are willing and wanting to make a change in their lives.

Hey Bob! Love crossfit! Excellent seeing it getting incorperated in the work outs!
“game playing” has always been around on the show and it’s kind of expected. What bugs me with this season is the lack of ‘wanting to be there”! The first week that guy threw himself in to be sent in, then a couple of weeks ago a guy just packs up and leaves! REALLY! Several different names comes to mind for people like that, people like myself that has tried to get on the show many times seeing them just give in! Dang, don’t they count the cost before being chosen or even applying for the show!

The whining and drama is much more this year- the sooner condra is elimated the better! Even her brother has this attitude issue, neither losing what they should.

Glad we record the show so that we can fast forward though the drama!

Hoping Santa gets to the final four!

allen, kansas city

Hi Bob,
Love the show, Love watching you and Dolvett- have to agree I do not like the attitude and pettiness – I just assumed it was encouraged – in a way -to promote ratings.

I watch the show to be inspired – when I end up feeling more stressed from the show than from my day as a middle school teacher- I am sometimes sorry I watched.
I did not like the backwards attacks by the ‘teams’ against the new couple who joined. I thought that was down right ugly.
But that is the stuff that sells -

I am , btw, a many times failed -dietfailedtogetfittriedtoomanytimes- fifty year old – and the show gives me hope.
Thanks for asking -

Bob is right. When you have no way out, Getting away from people living in the same house, not being able to see family etc, and specially eating your favorite foods. Sometimes it can get pretty nasty. I will still watch each eposide. But can we get a life and respect each other. I am talking about the contestants. Remember why you are there. You are very fortunate to be there. Use your anger and frustration towards you weight lose and new life style. I wish I was so lucky to be able to have 2 great trainers as you all do. Good luck to you all and work for what you came there for.

Love you Bob! So you’ve gotten miffed this season. It is what it is. I do wish the contestants were more inspired and motivated; however, I am happy to see the introduction of new things in the form of more specifics on nutrition and I loved FRAN. Now, I’m not sure what Crossfit is exactly. Is it a class you teach or attend? Would have liked a little more explanation but I guess that is what Google is for. LOL I’m glad Daphne made it back on the ranch and she got to choose you. She held her on in that tough workout and I was disappointed with her loss. Hopefully, she will make it up next week. I wish Santa’s wife (can’t think of her name) would have been more genuine when she met the boys in the kitchen. Can we say awkward? She shouldn’t be so thin-skinned since she wanted to go home. You are such a great motivator and your pep talk was great. As for Dolvett’s team, why won’t they vote Conda off. Nancy lost more weight than fake tears, all talk, no results Conda. And Kim is awfully racist while trying to act like she isn’t.

Love your style, Bob. You have always been great at getting to the needs of the person on front of you. With this successful history, shouldn’t the goal of the trainers be to train the people for their long term success?

I feel the has been lost this year. If it is truly a season of “no excuses” where is the action behind this mantra?

Ratings or people? Or… BOTH!!! We can find the crap everywhere else. This is not why people have been with BL for so long. Negativity won’t bring growth.

For me this was not a simple matter of people getting on each others nerves. During the one on ones with the camera some really mean spirited, despicable and rude things were said. The things being expressed were down right ugly. As a recovering addict myself, I resent the implication that their withdrawal made them that way. That is complete and total BS for people who are unwilling to take responsibility for their terrible behavior. You and Dolvett need to not fuel the fire, not take sides in personality conflicts and try to find a peaceful resolution so that everyone walks away without feeling humiliated or hurt. At this point I am so over the show.

I agree Bob that putting people in this close of quarters and for this long that tempers will flar and things will get blown up. I know that they are all healing in more way than one….but honestly I am getting so upset with all the mess of it all. I mean they have truely been given the chance of a life time and to stay so focused on tearing each other down instead of helpign each other build themselves back up is utterly disheartening. I really have a problem with two girls on the red team, Kim and Conda. Seriously they need to grow up…if they have watched the show at all they should know that the only thing that stays the same about Biggest Loser is the hard core workout schedule and the twists that are ALWAYS happening. So why be so crazy about them bringing back in a team that bet odds and rightfully won a spot on campus (which by the way I hated in the first place..when they got there and then were sent home..ugh). The two girls are acting as if all the world revolves around them…and so childish…I mean Conda even made jokes about kicking Adrian…really. I really believe that attitude is something deep inside of them that needs to be cleaned out…majorly. Honestly as much as I usually love to see all the contestants make it to the end..and even cry when most of them go home..I can say sadly that I will be glad to see a few of these go so that the tension in the house will not “smolder” the inspiration I usually feel from this show. Anyway I will end this now…on a positive note, you are such a rock star..lol..keep doing what you do, and know that you fans adore you and we are so glad to know that you are using your life to bless so many other people. Take care and do try to keep the Bob we love in focus…lol..a little competition just makes us push harder…but too much will make us forget about the prize and fall short of the finish line. Love ya trainer Bob!

i just think the couple that returned last night got a bad rap. and all those talking about them behind their backs did not need to be aired.

I LOVE the addition of Crossfit, and it’s actually the only reason I started watching again this season. I hope it continues to have a positive effect on the contestants confidence, endurance, strength, and yes, their form. The scaling you’re doing just goes to show that Crossfit really can be for anyone. Well done!!!

With regard to the drama, I agree with most of the comments on Facebook. There are a couple of VERY nasty women on the Red Team, and they are making the show virtually unwatchable. Glad to hear that you’re aware of how the trainers can contribute to the environment either positively or negatively. I know there is pressure to lose weight on this show, but when the trainers seem angry at a contestant’s weight loss, it does not leave a good vibe with me as a viewer. Get mad at bad attitudes, get mad at drama, get mad at lack of effort, but the scale is not always under everyone’s control.

Keep up the great work and keep bringing the WODs, but let’s squash some of the drama.

I have been a Biggest Loser Fan for about 5 years because i have been big and lost 80lbs. Your show inspired me to look at exercise in a new way. I exercise regularly now look forward to going to the gym. This season is not one of your better ones everyone is looking at it as a game.Some of them should stop and take a step back and ask themselves why they are there. I understand being in that kind of enviroment and away from everything they are used too, but they signed up for it.Please bring back some of the inspiration that I have seen in previous years.

Well the dynamics/relationships of this season do seem to be different. but it’s about the only tv show i watch. you’re awesome. the show is awesome. it’s encouraged me to join a gym (and so far to only walk the track and walk in the pool); but i’ve lost 60 pounds and now have only about 30 more to go! I also ordered the kettlebell kit/video (by the way my thighs burned for the last 5 days). since i’m 60 yrs old i ordered the beginners body transformation. just got it today, so haven’t tried it yet…. this is as close as i will get to having you in the gym with me kicking my ass!!! but i have no doubt that you will be able to accomplish it via video!!!!!! You scare me thru the TV. thanks so much for the encouragement that i’ve gotten from you–even if you don’t know it!! Keep up the good work!! the best part of the show is seeing you kick ass!!!
thanks!!!!!!!

Hello-

I’ve been a Biggest Loser fan for years – until last night. It was just bad. Our family doesn’t plan to watch any more because Conda and Kim have crossed the line when it comes to the treatment of the Aqua team. Adrian has been extremely gracious especially after being told to be quiet – who do they think they are to tell anyone to be quiet? Their rudeness will lose the show viewers and I think stand to sour the public perception of the direction the show is going. They were completely irresponsible in their actions, disrespectful to the show, it’s sponsors and the viewing public. Beyond disgusting. The tweets about their actions were loud and strong and a good percentage were determined not to watch any more or support the shows sponsors. I personally can’t believe Conda would consider kicking someone and not sit next to them. And Kim! Man, she’s as bad as Conda or worse. No excuses mean no one should excuse their bad behavior as ‘low self esteem’ or ‘they need to grow up.’ They just need to move on and find some other place to be than on the Biggest Loser. I don’t think the public will stand for them any more.

My family has always enjoyed watching the BL together and we typically get behind one person or each of us has our favorite. This season it seems as though everyone is catty. The show seems to be grabbing the negative attitude of a few and running with it. In the last episode we watched Conda and Kim we shown more talking more about Adrian than either were working out. Did they workout out hard? I miss hearing the stories about people and the struggles in their life. This group appears to be more concerned about what they deserve so far. Quick to call others out instead of lifting others up. If this is the direction of the show for the future, like other reality shows we have done this with, we will probably stop watching. I hope that is not the case. I appreciate the history of the show and it is an encouragement to me…at least it has been in the past.

I cant beleive how rudy the old contestance we to the people who came back into the house. Makes me want them to prove those girls wrong.

Thanks Bob for addressing the nasty attitude issue on the show. I get what your saying in your vacation analogy. But it’s got to stop. The contestants need a life coach on the show, so they can sort out their issues. The fighting in the house has always been my least favorite bit in the show. I hope it comes to a stop and stops soon!
Luv you and I’m drinking my water every morning!
Toura

Bob,

LOVE that you are doing CrossFit!

I love to watch the show to see the workouts – see what’s happening in that gym. Please ‘keep the main thing, the MAIN THING!’ – Health – Fitness – Nutrition – Major Life Changes!

The red team is such a downer this season. Let’s get back to changing lives, personal breakthroughs and building friendships and relationships that will last a lifetime people!

God Bless You all!!

Your adoring fan,
Paula G

I used to look forward to watching Biggest Loser on Tuesday nights. I could NOT wait to get to the gym and watch while doing the eliptical. It was so motivating. I couldn’t get through an episode without crying tears of joy – excited whe…n people got under 300, under 200, in the double digits for the first time. . . I know how they feel and it was so exciting to see somebody meeting their goals. I’ve NEVER watched Biggest Loser for the “reality TV” aspect or the drama. I watch it for the motivation. “Changing Lives” – that’s the show motto, right?? Conda’s and Kim’s nasty, negative attitude totally brings the show down and makes it VERY unpleasant to watch – and what does that nastiness and negativity have to do with “Changing Lives”. Conda should have gone a long time ago. Kim wasn’t too bad until this last show, but I do have to say – I will not be watching anymore until both of them are gone. As I said before, I used to live for Tuesday nights – last night when I was watching, I could NOT wait for the show to be over. I have to deal with enough nastiness and negativity in the “real world” at work and with family, etc. I don’t need to waste another two hours watching it on tv. So sad:( I can deal with the trainer competition – you guys aren’t nasty or negative – just competitive and helping contestants. I can’t deal with Conda and Kim’s nastiness and negativity though. . . Will start watching again when they’re gone. . .

Bob, this season is a really hard one to watch due to the immaturity of many of the contestants… the gossiping, disrespect, etc. really take away from the over-all point of the BL show- to inspire viewers to a better, healthier lifestyle. With that said, I do appreciate seeing the ‘real-life-ness’ and household dynamics as difficult as they are this season, and would hate for all that to be masked giving viewers the illusion that the BL house is a sunshiny, rosey, happy place to be every minute of the day…

Keep on Keeping on, you’re doing a great thing~

Wendy

Bob, I so totally agree with you about the negativity on the show. Season 11 was my first show to watch, and I was so inspired by the team mentality of people like Hannah, Olivia,and everyone on that season. I don’t know if separating them from their loved ones caused all of the problems…I know that it’s the season of no excuses, but perhaps waiting until they realized that they had to do it for themselves before they all felt so isolated might have been better. I hope that the show is not encouraging more drama. That’s not what I watch the show for. I watch it for the great tips (thank you for your awesome tip this week) and the inspiration of everyone overcoming the inner beast that they must find and overcome before they can make a true change.
I absolutely love your part in the show. It’s clear that you stand head and shoulders above the rest of the trainers that I have seen, and that is clear in the results of your contestants, time and time again. Keep up the good work, Bob, and please don’t get discouraged by the drama of the show, and the drama of the contestants this season. You are awesome. Truly.
Carolyne (Houston)

Thanks Bob, i agree with you and I do know the contestents have it hard but i love the show… I love the inspiration that it gives but The only promblem I had last night is the way conda was last night with the aqua team…I don’t care how miserble you are you don’t go after someone the way she did… I don’t care about drama but I do care about mean ignorant people like conda, doing what ever she can to get her own way…I love the Show and we need the show to help everyone that watches it. But we don’t need to see a little cat that goes around ruining people lives….

I would love to hear more about FRAN. I thought it was the most exciting thing about the episode. I worry about the contestants attitudes because all the negativity. When you are overweight it’s very easy to get caught up in the negative because you feel so bad about yourself. How will they be able to sustain their weight loss if they dwell on the pettiness and negativity. The show has always had such a positive message. It would be a shame for it to get lost.

Plus, I like it when you smile, sing and laugh. It’s very joyful.

I’m glad that someone (you) are responding to how many people feel about this season. I really enjoy watching Biggest Loser because I get inspired to work harder at my weight loss (which I am halfway there).

I suppose it could have been this much drama in past seasons, but it’s what was edited for the show that we see. And rather than be inspired, I leave watching the show tired from all the drama. Even most people’s comments about the show is drama about the drama. So much complaining (understandable their feelings, but still complaining can be tiring too.) I hope coming weeks show better stuff.

Just gotta focus on the this seasons contestants that are inspiring.

Bob I agree with Rose. Will miss FRAN, and Conda should have been voted off. She needs to cool down a bit. SHe is there for one thing, to lose weight and learn. Not to argue with others and cause problems. But that is how the show gets ratings. I don’t think it is a good way too get them. Bob keep up what your doing… Oh yeah what is crossfit?

I think being separated has been very hard on the contestants and is probably a lot of what has turned them more on each other than with each other. Also some of it is they are making poor decisions of who to vote off. Nancy was a poor choice and you have to start removing those that are distracting you from the ultimate goal and creating drama.

Love you Bob! And love that you showed the contestants and they viewers Crossfit training. Love the diversity in workouts, everything from spinning to yoga to kick boxing. Not a fan of the pettiness and attitudes of some of the contestants right now but that happens every season to some point. They are all so lucky to have you as a trainer. I hope to get to take one of your spin classes soon….

Bob,
Thank you for writing this! I love The Biggest Loser and have been so inspired by you and the contestants! I’ve lost 13lbs since January 1st with your Ripped Core Workout, visits to the gym and calorie counting. For the first time in my life I really feel like I could do this!
For me it’s the bullying that was hard on last night’s show. The way Conda & Kim treated Adrian was so uncomfortable to watch. The competitive stuff is more understandable and I definitely see what you’re saying about the pressures of all the contestants being together and isolated from society for weeks at a time.
Since bullying is such a hot topic in society right now, and since many obese adults or kids have experienced bullying I just can’t stand the contestants being so immature. It’s one thing to not like each other or make things personal, but I feel like Conda is always offended by something and acts on that offense with such an attitude that it’s difficult to root for her, despite the fact that she obviously needs the help of TBL and is a single mom.
This show is so inspiring and I love the realness of those moments between trainer and contestant. Those moments when the light seems to go on inside the contestant and everything starts coming together for them. I am still struggling so much and work out alone and I am holding out for the moment when I start feeling like I can run at 6.4 for longer than 30 seconds.
I am loving Ripped Core workout! I’m doing it 2-3 nights a week and working out at the gym 3-4 mornings a week and I’m losing lbs and inches!
Thank you Bob! You’re wonderful.
Sophie Patten

Let me just start of by saying that I am a huge fan of the Biggest Loser, or I was until this season started. I always get inspired by the show, the contestants, and of course the trainers, but this season there is nothing to be inspired by. There seems to be a lot of childish acts going on and it is very discouraging. I auditioned to be on the show for season 12 and obviously did not make it. As I have said I take inspiration from this show, but this season seems to be all about negative emotions. Yes, we all have them. These people have received a chance that I along with most obese people would do anything for, but it seems to me that they are not taking advantage of what they could be learning. I realize that the Biggest Loser is a game, but in past seasons there has always been more learning than game play this season seems to be just the opposite. I beleive that if I was given this chance I would learn to deal with strangers and all their emotions just to get my life back. I have tried to lose the weight it just seems that I need more help than I have been able to find. The contestants this season need to be worrying about what they can learn and pass it forward instead of fighting with each other. It is a sad day when I don’t want to watch the show, but this season is definitely pushing me in that direction.

I love the Biggest Loser please bring me some inspiration this season.

Tressa Caudell

Hi BOB.
I love the biggest loser. Except for this season so far. I loved the first week but i expected more. I have how every one is more interested on who said what about who. I watch the show for some kind of motivation for me at home. I bought the game for the ebox and rely on all of use to show me new things but this season all i am seeing is how to piss people off.. I think that conda and Kim should be forced to leave and they try to work their way back to the show and see if they can do it.!!! No one has really lost any amount that would make then the biggest loser. Although every pound counts I think that every single one of these contestants should look at them self and realize that they are in a great positions to get their life on track and get healthy… I hope that with in the next week the teams realize it and get their heads out of their ass and take advantage of the wonderful help that u trainers are doing for them!!!:) Other then the Drama I love u BOB

Trying to fill the void of the chemistry you and Jillian had with the groups is a growing pain that’s obviously challenging to the show. The contestants aren’t very likable (they weren’t last season either. Where are the Olivia’s of the world?) but maybe that’s because we don’t get a lot of their personal story anymore? The trainers need to take more of a high road. Enough of the eye rolling with the jerks on the team. Enough yelling at the contestant when they haven’t lost enough. The teams aren’t very cohesive and it might be because the trainers aren’t setting the standard high enough. Punish them in the gym – we like that! Competitiveness is OK but the behavior lately has been very immature. We watch BL to be inspired and to fall in love with the contestants! If we want immature losers on television, we turn on Jersey Shore.

I am SO tired of the drama on this season. I completely udnerstand what you are saying Bob, when you mention about getting caught up in the drama. It is not easy to stay neutral and remain calm when everyone around you is not being very nice. Just have to say, I really think Conda needs to go home as well as Kim. I am a large obese woman who would love to have a chance to learn and work out. But talking bad about others just shows how they are not focused on the purpose of their being on the ranch. Thank you Bob for honest comments.

I’m glad to hear that others have voiced their dislike for the attitude. I do understand about the bubble and the contesants getting upset easily. But some of these guys are really mean and ugly to each other and think that it needs to be addressed. I hate to see some of these contestants coming in with such high hopes and the having to deal with the likes of “sorry gonna name a name” Conda for example. She should of been pulled to the side earlier. She has gotten completley out of control and her attitude is spreading. If it continues I don’t know if I will continue to be able to watch. I myself am overweight and am having some health issues and trying to lose weight and determine what I can do to get healthy. I look to your show for inspiration and motivation and at this point do not feel that is going to happen as I feel these guys seem to be taking this chance for granted. I would give anything to of gotten an oppotunity like this. I felt soo bad for the aqua team this week. Sorry for ranting. I do love you Bob I think you are great and I feel adding dolvet has been a great addition. Thank you for listening.

I’m a huge fan, Bob. I have the biggest loser challenge for my Wii and I love working out with “you.” This season is really disappointing. The show used to motivate me with great tips and techniques. It seems to be so much more about “the game” than about living a healthy lifestyle. It seems like the producers are trying too hard for ratings by promoting drama instead of what the heart and soul of the show is supposed to be about. Too much swearing and drama; not enough health and fitness. I like that the aqua team joined the ranch, but not a fan of all the drama that happened when they got there. It seems like Conda won’t be happy until she doesn’t have anybody left to sass. I generally don’t wish anyone to leave the ranch and think they all deserve a spot, but she needs to go. What a horrible attitude. My family and I love you, Bob. I wish I lived in LA so I could get my butt kicked by you. I’ve lost 50lbs this past year with motivation from you, Jillian (I miss her), and the show. Keep up the good work, Bob< and don't cut them any slack!!!
-Thomas

Hi Bob! I love, love, love you but HATE the show this year! All of the negativity,trash talking about each other,and complaining is SUCH a downer. I just can’t connect with the contestants this year. In the past I enjoyed the recipes, stress buster ideas, exercises and motivation….but not this year. I have taken to watching American Perspectives on PBS…and I don’t even toggle back and forth to Biggest Loser anymore….and that makes me sad. I don’t mind Dolvett, really. Reminds back to the couples year…so negative that I totally stopped watching that year. Please make the show more positive and inspirational again. Love ya!

I am a Biggest Loser fanatic! I’ve been watching it forever and just find the contestants so inspirational. I really miss Jillian, however, Dulvett has done a fantastic job filling some big shoes. Bob, you are amazing as well. However, isn’t the point of the show for the contestant to not only learn to support their own needs, but to be supportive of their fellow contestants as well? I certainly understand “the game” piece of things. But, this isn’t supposed to be about tearing each other down. The contestants certainly don’t need anyone else to help them with that. I think they’ve been ripping themselves apart for much of their lives. I truly felt so bad for Adrian last night. On a whole, the red team was just terrible to him. I mean, was he out of line to say what he said during elimination? Yes, certainly. However, Conda and Kim REALLY need to GROW UP. Holy immature. Ladies, REMEMBER, YOU ARE NO DIFFERENT OR BETTER THAN ANYONE ELSE IN THAT HOUSE. You are all these for one reason….to gain your health back. Adrian and Daphne are doing just that. They evidently worked really hard at home in order to get back on the ranch. This is a TEAM…and there is no I in team. Conda and Kim, pettiness is NOT a cute color on either of you. When Conda said that she hoped the challenge for the day would be “drowning your new teammate in the ocean…” Really? That is JUST DISGUSTING. Conda is clearly an extremely miserable person who needs to put others down. Perhaps the focus really needs to be on changing her inside and then the outside. Just terrible!

I’ve only been a Biggest Loser fan for a few seasons now, but I have to say it’s completely shocking to see people with such bad attitudes on the ranch! They’ve been given an amazing opportunity and they’re sharing it all with us (which, I understand, is not always good) but I’d really prefer to see people learning and changing and growing instead of sniping and being horrible to each other.

Bob,

Last night was not motivating at all. Conda is a spoiled brat and to give her screen time is just feeding into her immature nature. She came across as jealous of the new contestants accomplishments. They worked extremely hard…on their own, and did what they had to do to get back on the ranch. Which was the “challenge” they were given. The reaction of the other contestants to their success was terrible. It was embarrassing to watch and we actually put the show on mute whenever she, Conda, or Kim were speaking.

There has never been a season like this and as far as we know, all seasons are conducted in the same setting and with the same guidelines. This seemed like so many of the other “reality” shows….scripted for drama.

They had a new male trainer last year, and there was none of this “tension”…if you were trying to get a reaction from the public…well all I can say is be careful what you wish for! People expect more from this show.
PS….bring back Jillian!!! We miss her!

Bob, i am so glad someone has at least attempted to address the show, especially after all the facebook comments on celebrity pages. I love my Tuesday nights- spending my evening with all the contestants and you. I also understand the “getting on nerves” and not having the “drug of choice” but Bob, that hasnt changed, its always been the same amount of people, the same amount of space, the lack of food (their food) and hours upon hours of intense workouts. Not one other season do I EVER remember the show taking this approach to air such, bullying, and disrespect and just down right ugliness between the contestants. I agree, there is always going to be whining, and not getting along, i think every viewer expects that, but when the producer of the show, cut out workouts, and informations, and place it with the contestants being so ugly to one another, and telling the others “i’m just going to kick him when he walks by” my gosh they act like they are 10. Bob, what message is that sending to our children. It is wrong. There are viewers that entire family’s watch this show, and trust me when i say, my children wont be watching it, just for that reason. Someone has to say something, there has to be hours and hours of footage taken every day, surely to God there is something more positive that the red team being so ugly… (and i said read team, just to keep from calling names) Please Please Please, have someone do something about the show… i understand the trainer get aggrivated, I have a personal trainer, and i get upset, when she’s not “a Bob” i need that. I need that breathing down my neck. But i dont think that’s what the viewers are talking about. We expect you and Dolvett to yell, and get in your face. But the Drama on the show has to be edited out…. People dont tune in to watch that.. nor listen to it.. Last nights episode truly made me want to eat a jug of icecream… (so i made almond milk ice cream instead with protein powder ) but that’s beside the point.. ok, i wrote back, said what i needed to say, i hope it helps… i know the show is already finished, and waiting on the finale with at home training. but omg.. if the rest of the season is like last night,, i will skip it all until the finale… Love love love you Bob..

i have watched the show for about 5 years now and have always loved it. it has helped inspire me in my own workouts. this year has been disappointing- some of the same in year’s past, but more bickering/ drama and not nearly as inspiring… makes me wonder if its production (is there really that much more hostility this season as opposed to season’s past?) or personal dynamics or some combination of both… but, i will prob watch this season, but w/ the same direction, i doubt it will be a must see for me in the future… just my thoughts…

Bob its not the competitiveness. Its the bad behavior of the contestants. There are four I wanted off tree weeks ago!! Three need their mouths washed out with soap. One is sooo lazy why is she still There!!!!

BL has been my faorite show since the first episode I saw years ago. I do miss Jillian but still love the inspiring stories of enlightenment. I agree…this season has been very different. I have to say the young ones (especially Conda) are so immature and have so much to learn. I also don’t like the relationship (or lack thereof) between you and Dolvette. You and Jillian never rolled eyes at each other or had this rivalry…maybe it’s the “guy against guy” thing??? It’s not working! I think the show should add a therapist to the team and highlight sections of sessions of real therapy. I don’t like seeing you and Dolvette do therapy when it’s not your field. If there was a therapist added…there could be meetings where their trainer could be in on a session or something. Might be just the twist the show needs to keep it new! I think the young girl that Conda challenged last week ( and LOST to…get over it Conda!) is the most genuine person this season. Still love you guys…and yes, it is a very differnt group and a different season for sure. Not giving up though!!!

Bob, I love you! I even love Dolvett. I think you are both great trainers. I don’t see a problem with some healthy compitition. Its the immature, and downright mean behavior of some of the contestants that bothers me. I have been watching for many seasons and I have to say that no other season has had so many contestants upset me. I was happy for Daphne and Adriene and I felt like they were attacked (especially the red team) the second they came back. Who did everyone think they were talking to them that way, just because they were there longer? Who cares. I get they aren’t excited about it but they need to suck it up and not be so mean. Conda just poisons everyone on the team and half the time it seems she is just making things up. I am still watching but the attitudes need to change!!!
Again, I love you

PS What was the deal with so many people willing to leave this season. I once waited in line for 4 hours in the pouring rain to try out for BL10. I would never give up so easily and its not fair to all those who really wanted a spot! (btw, I’ve lost about 50lbs and ran the NYC Marathon this past Nov!)

Bob, I think you’ve obviously seen how much people are dissatisfied with last night’s episode, and particularly the treatment of the Aqua team when they got back on campus. As much as I am NOT enjoying some of the contestants (the editors are not giving us anyone to root for. Darnit, they still have time to fix the darned edit for the remaining shows!), I have to say that I was most disappointed with yours and Dolvett’s reaction/lack of support for Adrian and his sister, too. All of the contestants, but also you and Dolvett spoke as if this was the Aqua team’s traditional first week on campus when in reality they had been obviously busting their butt for 5 weeks. Support, understanding, CONCERN for what might have changed for them would have been nice. I miss that introspective Bob.. where has he gone? You both fed into the negativity that both of your teams were dishing out. I expected more from you both.

If it’s just the edit… then kick some TBL editors’ butts and make some quick changes to the remaining shows.

Still love ya, Bob.. and wish I could experience a Bob-led class on the weekends! Your workouts sound, and look, amazing!

I have watched the show since the very first season. I have to say, I am happy that the ridiculous embedded popcorn and jello-o commercials have stopped. As for this season, it’s just annoying. I realize a lot of it is the situation as you described in your post. I know a lot of it is editing. But, the show is supposed to be about getting healthy, and this season, it’s been all about back stabbing, tearing each other down, and petty crap. Get back to the heart of the show. Even you and Dolvett are all about “the game” this year. I know it’s a game, but in past seasons (prior to last year because it was the same), the contestants seemed to really enjoy the opportunity they were given. This season is just dramatic junk in every episode. Use this platform to do some good – teach people how to eat healthy, how to exercise, and how to live a healthy balanced life.

This season goes against everything the show is about – letting go of your demons, working through your feelings, etc. This season is nothing but stirring up trouble. I think Dolvett has a lot to do with that. He’s not on the show to help people, he’s on it to win and beat you. It’s ridiculous.

Hey Bob!
Love the show, love the competition but I don’t like the 2 quitters this season. I know I don’t have to be on the show to lose the weight and I am on my own journey. I gained back the 120lbs I lost and I still wasn’t done losing weight and would have loved to have my butt whipped into shape on the show. That was more disappointing than seeing Rulon give up. But, seeing a young woman around my age-well i am 29- on there headed into a bad direction and blaming others and causing stress in the house is annoying. However, I am assuming that she is going to hopefully grow from this opportunity and face the fact that she is just hiding under this meanness as a suit of armor for being overweight. I know that suit too well- I push ppl away. Other than that, i love the competition btwn you and Dolvett. I do miss Jillian but I think it’s healthy for the trainers to have a go at it. It’s pretty awesome. Now I think the teams need to have that friendly attitude towards the other team and not with each other. If I was there….oh, some ppl would be getting schooled in some manners and forgiveness. I may also put in some kindness and team building lessons. I guess I would just try to be a leader in a nice positive way. Here’s hoping for the best as the season continues! P.s. Karl is way too cute for words.

I to cannot stand the negativity of this season. Dolvett and yourself are Trainers, you are their Leaders. If you two participate in this petty bullshit then you cannot expect your contestants to be any less negative or less petty. It just needs to end.

Everyone is there to change their lives — you two are there to help them. Rise above the immaturity.

I was shocked to see the red group telling Adrien to shut up and listen, in this day and age in the world that was so low class and digusting, if all shows were like this my wife and i would walk away from watching. It was bordering on racism, the Biggest Loser producers may have to talk with there future contestants to make sure that this never happens again. I think viewers would stop watching quickly. Very important this gets fixed in the future.

We miss Gillian! You guys worked soooo well together and it was never a competition between her and you like it is now with you and D. All this bickering in house is crazy! Let’s see some motivation people! Love YOU BOB Love D. Don’t love the competitiveness they have put between you guys.

The drama this season is over the top! I completely understand being a great competitor; Tara was a great competitor, but she was never nasty. There are a few contestants this season that are just down right nasty!
On another note…on the Biggest Loser website, the Bios used to contain each contestant’s height. Why did BL decide to remove that information? I am a very tall woman, and I do not carry weight the way a shorter woman would, allowing me to see the height of the contestants allows me to be able to identify more with them.

Bob-I am so disappointed in the show this season. The angle the show is taking in not motivating anyone. I have been watching since season 1 and the show is not focusing on weight loss, problem-solving or being positive. What happend to the no excuses. We are homesick so we go home, we decide not to do the “homework”. Even you and Dolvett look like you don’t like each other. I mean you and Jill and you and Kim didn’t always see eye to eye but you at least still appeared to be positive. I know being together in a house is difficult but deal with it and part of that attitude is what got them there in ther first place. I always have favorites and I don’t even know these contestants.
I hope the producers have a sudden wake up as to what the viewers like and the motivation the show provides because I am not happy.

I think part of the problem this season is that none of the contestants are owning up to their stuff. They are out of touch and seem disconnected with their end goal. The no excuses theme is great but they aren’t getting it deep down. Keep up all the good work. DOn’t let the haters distract you. I think Dolvett is cool but I he is making this into a negative competition, unlike you and Jillian who had a more playful competition. It is not war alpha male style. It is healing and helping people so they can learn the tools and techniques to lead a healthy and productive lifestyle. You are both great trainers and that is how it should be and if I was there I would be with you. It would be nice to see you guys team up and work together for a change of pace to put all the contestants through the paces of a really good workout.

I am sick and tired of Conda and her crap. I am so glad I am able to record it so I can just skip past any parts with her in them. Otherwise I would probably stop watching this year. Her ugliness, negativity and immature drama just get under my skin. Bob, you are awesome so don’t worry about any little jabs (or big ones) from Dolvett. Laugh it off and rise above. You are both changing loves, on the ranch and at home, and that is what it is all about. xoxo

I understand the whole “getting on your nerves” theory, but it is at such an extreme this season. I don’t feel motivated to continue my weight loss journey–let alone feel any compassion for any of the contestants. I think many of us can relate to a previous contestant from past shows…it makes us believe if they can do it so can we. For me, it’s a positive reinforcement that changes can happen even with bumps along the way. Leah has a good point about older contestants. I’m 52 and have lost about 65 lbs, but am still struggling to lose more. I struggle with hip and joint problems and don’t always have the energy or strength to exercise. It’s difficult for me to hear the younger contestants complain about not having time or how it’s not convenient to go exercise. As far as I’m concerned, everyone should make time to take care of themselves. Why does everything have to be convenient? A person has to work at many things in their life, including being healthy. It’s a choice–MAKE IT and don’t complain about it. It would be nice to see the fortunate one who got chosen for the show take advantage of their opportunity and make the best of it. I know for me, I would much rather spend 2 hrs watching positive productivity than what I’m watching lately. Best of luck to you, Bob. Please keep your positive “chi” flowing.

hi this season of biggest loser is a disappointment. I am not sure the contestants realize they are there to change their lives. That it is a gift to be selected for the show. There seems to be a few that really care and “get it” but there are some others, it’s hard to watch. GET MAD BOB! Kick some butt. Get these kids motivated, shake them up! Get in their heads! I know you can!

Bob, honestly not sure why you feel you have to justify yourself in anyway shape or form. What you are doing is awesome and I am glad you found Crossfit and the community is embracing you. It’s changed my life. I found Crossfit not too long after I was trying to get back in shape after Dr. H. motivated me. I met him and Wanda at an art auction several years ago and he inspired me to get back in shape. I’m in the best shape of my life and compete in Crossfit events and love the community. I love what Biggest Loser and Dr. H, and all of you are trying to do. Would love to see you start to introduce some Paleo eating to your group Anyway, I am huge fan of what you are doing. I think it would be awesome if you could come out to the NLI Iron Will competition in Orange County one of these days. Compete yourself or show up and support your Brick Crossfit friends that compete http://legendarycompetitor.com/index.php/events/the-nli/iron-will Keep doing!

You always know what could work for your team and the Crossfit training makes a lot of sense. But what’s up with the numbers this year? They are really crazy. What happened to double digit losses at least the first couple wks? Are this Season’s players that much less motivated than previous yrs? And they are not as heavy, for the most part, as the past few season contestants. There is some real pettiness from a few of the players which is throwing the whole house in turmoil. The way the Red team welcomed (or didn’t) Adrian back was so out of whack ~ just plain mean and spiteful. What kind of attitude is that between “team” mates?? Mostly Conda and Kim ~ and I must say they seem to have quite the attitudes and keeps stirring things in the house. I think they’d be wise to spend a little more time on their weight loss and food management than telling people when they should talk and when they shouldn’t. They didn’t give Adrian an ounce of courtesy — and if they were familiar w/ the show they’d know, as in previous seasons, that when a team is sent home the first day they usually always get a chance to work their way back in. Way too much b.s. and not enough weight loss so far as I can see. And, Conda, not Nancy should have been the one sent home last night. I’d definitely love to see Adrian kick both Kim & Conda’s ass and still be there at the end – now that would make me happy! You rock Bob!

Hello Bob
I do not like the tone of the show. Everyone should be respectful and encourage one another not be so petty and act like children. I already know that the two women in Dolvett’s group need to go! Everyone is on the BL for one reason and one reason only to get healthy. The pettiness has no place there.

That’s my two cents. Love you Bob! You are awesome.

I understand what you mean about living in a bubble. I have a ton of roommates (I live in a huge house with ten other people) and if we didn’t have our own rooms, our own lives, our own computers, etc., I’m sure we’d drive each other more bonkers than we already do. However, I will say that this season seems much more drama infused than even a couple of seasons ago (when I became a huge BL fan and decided to start my own weight loss journey). Does a big part of that have to do with the producers/directors who decide what to show on t.v., or is there really that much drama in the house? I think if the people who run BL keep encouraging competition over weight loss and healthy living, then more contestants are going to gain the weight back after the show. If it’s all about chasing the carrot, then what are you going to do once the race is over? It has to be about more than the carrot, and more than just the race. Bob, you have played such a major role in making this show a success, so I really hope that your producers will listen to you if you tell them to take the show in a new direction.

P.S. in response to Rose: I am SO glad that someone else pointed out the “subtle” racism that I saw on last night’s episode. I don’t think it was just Kim, either. I saw it from a couple of other contestants, and I’m wondering if they’d make the same comments if Adrian and Daphne weren’t black.

Conda is a bully…plain & simple. I work in a school system of 30,000+ and Conda fits the classic profile of a bully. I’d be willing to bet she was like that in school and she’s that way in her family. Such a mean spirited young woman but I hope for her child that she can see the light while she’s on the BL Ranch & change for the better. But I seriously doubt it. You can’t fix personality. I was also glad to see Daphne and her brother make it back to the ranch. Their initial excitement was the same as the others during their first week but it was perceived as “cocky”. Conda & Kim feed off of each other now and stir the pot when given the chance. Again, Conda reminds me of a middle-school child with all her whispering and snide looks & snickers. But most of all…and I think many viewers agree…there is such a lack of appreciation of having the privilege of being chosen and participating with you and Dolvett. This is a gift. A rare gift and you have 2 groups of take it lightly. And the low numbers over the past month is proof of that. But still, I will watch. Thanks Bob for sharing.

This season has been geared towards competition from the beginning. When you pit lovers,brothers,sisters,fathers,mothers,children,etc against each other from day one (especially in such an isolated environment), this would be the expected outcome. Add you and Dolvett to the mix, and it becomes inevitable. This season has been the hardest to relate to contestants due to overwhelming attitudes within the house. I would love to see a season with a cast of people from the medical field. I work as a RN, and there’s nothing that makes me cringe more than the 350lb nurse who wants to educate patients on diet/exercise. I mean, really?!? In the meantime, keep doing what you’re doing….Saving lives one (fantastic) workout at a time….

Thanks Bob for speaking out about this. Apparently, I am with everyone else with not liking the overabundance of negativity in this season and wishing that Conda would go home so that we would not have to suffer through her eye rolling and her total lack of respect for those trying to help her. I have been watching BL since the beginning and there is always someone who is either very negative and unmotivated or only in it for the game play; however, the BL show has always edited the show to let the fans see both the not so pleasant side of the contestants as well as the motivational and inspiration side. I really wish the show would focus on a more well rounded aspect of the whole process instead of all the negativity as they have been so far this season. I really love the show overall and try to look past all the unpleasant stuff that ‘some’ of the contestants bring to the show and focus more on the motivation and encouragement that you and Dolvett try to give the contestants…and us, the faithful viewers. As for me, I will keep lapping those couch potatoes until I reach all of my goals. ;D

Your endorsement of Crossfit is what will push me to spend the extra $$ to join the new box that just launched in my town. I’ve done a crossfit WOD before and it was…Amazing. I’m working on my ACSM PT and after that I am interested in taking the Crossfit Level 1 cert and Crossfit KIDS certification – the future of fitness is in the next generation and I hope to be a big part of that!

Now the show. Ok, yea, it hurts my heart a little when I think about how fantastic you and Jillian are…if that could happen again, well, it’d be great. But you are so Amazing Bob, as is Dolvette, so it is difficult for me to understand they dynamics of the show this year. Yes, in reality t.v. everything is captured and framed to craft a storyline to align with and support the theme of the show, so who is doing the crafting this season? Weight loss – especially of this proportion – is such a deeply personal progression that each person needs to devote themselves to. Motivating their teammates should be a natural byproduct of their transformation high. That’s not what is going on here, and the low numbers on the scale are a direct result of that. Show them how to bring the love Bob!

Hi Bob!!

Love watching Biggest Loser!! I love you and Dolvett both! I did not like last night’s episode because Conda and Kim didn’t give Adrian a chance to become a part of their team. He and his sister earned their way back into the house and they should be given the same chance as all of the other contestants in the house. They have been treated as outcasts for no reason. I have a few contestants that I like but not near as many as in past seasons. I’m hoping that the remainder of the season is better than last night.

Bob, I have nothing but respect and admiration for you, but I may have to stop watching The Biggest Loser. Aside from there seeming to be some tension between you and Dolvet, the pettiness and disrespect the teammates show for each other is our of control. How do these contestants expect us to care about them and cheer them on when they can’t even seem to care about each other. I always tell people that The Biggest loser is the only reality show I was because you see the results of the work that is done and it helps people for the rest of their lives. If i want cattiness and back stabbing, I’ll watch Bachelor. Even Allison seems like she’s not happy to be there. Maybe the three of you can sit these people down and remind them why they went to the ranch in the first place.
Please know that you are still an inspiration to many people (26 pounds since November). We just need the people on the show to be an inspiration as well.
All the Best,
Tim

Bob,

I LOVE Biggest Loser! I love it so much that I am making changes in my life so that I can lose 70 pounds. So far 5 are gone! I have to say though, after last night I may be watching a lot less of this season than ever before. The negativity is really bringing me down this season. Conda lies, manipulates and is not being true to herself or her team mates. She is what I term a “pot stir – er” (sp?) She always does it so that at some point the spot light is on her and then everyone has to feel sorry for her. C’mon!!!! She is supposed to be there to change her life and instead is ruining everyone else’s and making them feel negative and the focus on weight loss and changing yourself becomes completely lost. In my time of transformation – I choose to be positive. This is my time! I need to be here to watch my two girls grow up and be proud of their mom. I know where my focus is this season. Does Biggest Loser know where its focus is this season? I think some BIG changes need to be made for the better. Put the focus back on being inspiring people who want to make a difference for themselves, their families and the fans who watch and support all of you. Love you Bob! You still are an inspiration to me!!! Just not the show this season. Sorry!

Have always loved the show, Bob. Love you. I’ve watched every season. Must say, this season it’s been a challenge to continue watching. Seems they are concentrating on the negative. Last night I was talking back to the TV. I’ve always liked the positive spin. I watch for inspiration. I don’t want sugar, I like to see the struggles but this….Something has to change. I’ve grown weary of the back stabbing, rolling eyes, etc. that the producers have chosen to highlight. It doesn’t end with the contestants either—they have pulled you and Dolvett into the mire. I loved that you and Jillian could work together. This season has not been the best, in fact it falls well short of what I have come to expect from Biggest Loser. Were it not for you, I would have turned the channel a few weeks ago.

I love you, Bob, and I adore this show to pieces–so much in fact that I watched the first 11 seasons in their entirety in the past 2 months, and I had already seen them all. I never thought anything could make me want to jump ship, but this season is. I am sick of the drama and the arguing. Please pass along the message to your producers that this is NOT what the viewers want to see. I loved season 11 because while it was still a competition, everyone supported each other. Everyone got along…for the most part. Most importantly, it was about a group of people getting healthy, changing their lives, and realizing their dreams. Inspiration. That’s all we’re looking for. It is understandable that people can get crazy being cooped up like that, but I have to believe that that isn’t all there is…and that some camaraderie and inspiration is being left on the cutting room floor. I could be very wrong, and if so then that is very disappointing. All I am saying is that if the nonstop drama continues, I know I won’t torture myself by continuing to watch. At this point I’m only watching it for you and Ali…hope the message gets across. Really do love you, just disappointed with the show in general. Xoxox

Bob,
You are always an inspiration on Biggest Loser. I truly admire the passion you feel for the people you are trying to help. For them to walk away with their lives changed is so important. The mean-spiritedness is coming from one person (Conda) who continually stirs negative feelings about others she doesn’t like. Seriously, I think when she is voted off, you will see a different ranch. Keep up the awesome work!

Bob!
Our family absoulutely loves the show. We watch it every season…in years past, it’s sometimes been with ice cream in hand. (pathetic, i know) However; this year is the year for NO EXCUSES!! I’ve been working out & really enjoy tuning in to continue to be motivated, it helps keep me on track. When a couple of the contestants this year slip into their “whiny” mode, my boys yell @ the tv “suck it up!” Then they say…that’s what he’d tell them! (yes, meaning YOU) The workout last night was amazing & I plan on “googling” Crossfit as well. We did NOT enjoy the disrespectful way some of the contestants treated each other! It would have been nice to see them stay focused on their “goals”, working together…losing weight…obtaining healthier, stronger lives! But, next week is a new week! Thanks for always motivating us Bob!

Hello! I’m really impressed that you owned up to the fact that things have been tenser and more dramatic than usual on the BL. It speaks volumes that you listen to your fans, and give a sincere response in an attempt to keep everyone on the same page. Sure, when you’re isolated, you focus so much on the smallest aspects and everything seems magnified. Just remember to zoom out once in a while and focus on the bigger picture. Lives will go on after the season and bring an increased sense of achievement, for both you and the contestants.

You are in a position to inspire countless people, not only in losing weight, but having a positive outlook towards life. So be positive, and whenever someone is successful, be it on your team or not, success is success and deserves to be rewarded. Everyone’s on the same team, striving for the same goals in the big picture.

Now smile!

Bob, I LOVE that you are doing CrossFit on the show because CrossFit has changed my life and I love to see it become more mainstream. I agree that the contestants on the show are not going to have perfect form in the beginning but it will come. The most important thing is the sense of ACCOMPLISHMENT you get from completing a workout. That is then the motivating force to continue exercising. I was a couch potato before CrossFit and that I have been doing it consistently for over six months is saying volumes! I’m even competing in my THIRD CrossFit games this weekend. So thank you for showing the world how beneficial CrossFit can be.

And about the, ahem, “competitiveness” that is going on this season…. It is awful and it is making me not want to watch the show anymore and if it continues, I won’t. The preview for next week does not leave me with high hopes, though. I don’t know how much of it is “staged” but the show is not what it used to be. I used to cry almost every week from the heartfelt emotions and inspiration from the contestants and this season is the complete opposite. It is an honor and privilege to be on the show and to get the life changing opportunity they have. Being ungrateful is ugly and not at all fun to watch. Please tell the producers to stop the drama and make The Biggest Looser what it used to be, a motivational, uplifting and inspirational show about making positive changes for a better life.

Also, one suggestion I think a lot people would love to see. Have a show for people who are overweight but not so obese because I am sure so many people could relate to that. (And I’d like to apply to be your first contestant!)

Bob, thank you for letting me share my thoughts with you and keep up the great work that you are doing for fitness!

Where is the LOVE this season?? If I wanted to watch a catfight, I’d go to walmart on black friday!! No love this season!! When Sunshine and Hampton won their way back on the ranch, they were welcomed into the fold with open arms. Not so with the Aqua Team. IT’s just so sad. I tell myself I won’t watch anymore, but I keep coming back week after week hoping to see a change…..

Hi Bob,

I have to admit that I want to jump on board with all the comments I have read about this season. I have tried to get on three times and only made it through the first round once, and then was not chosen. I would give about anything to get the opportunity to be on the show. Let me say that until I gained all this weight, I was always smiling, always happy. But…then life happened and I felt beaten. I try to think about what my behavior would be if I were on the show and if I am really honest, I would say it would start out good, but then most likely become as negative as those on this season. I got this way because I at some point, I started hating myself and losing my self worth. I have watched season after season and my favorite part is not the end, but rather watching you and Jillian, not Dolvett, finally get through to the contestants that they do have worth, that they deserve to be happy just like every one else. I love it because that is the turning point. That is the point where they begin believing in themselves. These people on this season are not bad people…they just haven’t experienced their turning point yet. I get why you beat them down….it takes that so you can them begin building them up with new beliefs and new hopes. Now I can’t say I know why it is taking so long to get to their breaking points this season, but just like I wish someone like you were there to beat me beat down so you could rebuild a better me, I believe you will reach them. So…I will keep watching, because my favorite part has yet to come. And when it does, I know you will have given more people the gift of a new life and I can’t wait to see that….I never tire of it. I only hope one day I will experience it! Keep going….I know you will get through to them in the end!

Bob, I’ve always loved the Biggest Loser (and have the biggest crush on you), but the seasons I lost interest were the ones where people get nasty (Heba & Vicky) (Conda & Kim). I love BL because its a feel good show. If these people can lose hundreds of pounds, then 15 lbs for me should be no problem. Its inspirational. But, if I want to watch drama, I’ll watch Big Brother. I think the producers of BL need a wake up call. This is NOT what the BL fans want. If this is the direction the show is going, then maybe the viewers should be able to vote the people off like on American Idol.

On that note…come to San Diego and help me get this stubborn baby weight off!
Lindsay

We have faithfully watched many past seasons and loved them, but we do not care for the negative tone of the show this season. To us, Biggest Loser has always been synonymous with encouragement. This season is dysfunctional and disheartening. We do not welcome disfunction into our home, even through the television. Please edit the show to portray positivity and life change that is surely occurring rather than the bitter battles that pop up.

I find it funny that this season is focusing on “No Excuses” and I think this is the season of only excuses! I am tired of all of the whining that is happening this season. I lost 90lbs in a year and a half time and worked my butt off because I wanted to be healthy. Can the contestants start looking for the reason they are there and just do the job that they were chosen to do? Losing weight is a job, they are all lucky enough to be able to focus on it being the only thing they have to do, for however many weeks they are on the ranch. I have had 2 injuries and have gained 1/2 my weight back and am starting over again, with no excuses despite surgeries, etc. I only watch the show to see Bob this season, I am not connecting with any contestants like prior seasons!

P.S.
I like the Crossfit and will definitely be trying it!

Let me just start by saying, Bob you are awesome! I started watching Biggest Loser in season 9. Thanks to Netflix I have now watched every season to date and I am a little addicted. I would LOVE the chance to be on the show myself (150lbs to lose) so that I could train with you not only for the wisdom you have but for the help mentally. I am not a fan of how rude some can get in the house towards each other, I would struggle with that. I love seeing the drive that the contestants start building, and the passion in their actions. But this season I just do not see it or feel it. Some seem extra rude and I just want to shake them and say get over it and worry about yourself. Seems to me the more they get caught up in who said what then the less they lose due to stress. Thanks for all you do for those who can truly appreciate it. Shana (Indianapolis)

I have watched most of the seasons since the beginning. I enjoyed watching the last season, but the one with Hannah and Olivia was definitely the best I’ve seen. I hate this new season. Conda is the biggest drama queen and I can’t stand her. I work with people like that and they are very difficult to be around. Kim does not help at all. I was really excited to see the aqua team come back, but now I’m not so sure. I really miss watching Jillian and I wish you and Dolvett had that kind of partnership. I’d really like to see all the drama stop and the personal journeys come back. What happened to all the one-on-ones? I also think that splitting the partners up and putting them against each other made things worse. What do I know, though? Maybe things will get better. Guess we’ll have to find out.

Hey Bob, instead of running a marathon at the end, why not have your contestants compete in a Crossfit style event like the NLI. Link above. They have an entry level (Division III) category for beginners. Would be cool and a huge confidence boost for them to compete in something like that.

Hey Bob! Love the show and especially LOVE you! You are sooo inspiring and I hear your voice in my head during every workout pushing and motivating me to give 100% every day. I’m training for a marathon right now and I always watch the Biggest Loser when I’m on the treadmill to keep me motivated. Most of the time it’s awesome but last night’s episode was brutal. Watching all the negativity got me so worked up my blood was boiling. The way the contestants were treating the aqua team and talking behind their backs was appalling. I don’t think I’ve ever gotten that angry or upset watching a show. I will definitely take your advice and go to the Biggest Loser website and let the producers know that highlighting all that drama drags down the show and takes away from it’s power to motivate and inspire.

That being said, I will continue to watch as long as you are on the show because you are such an incredible motivator and I’ve never seen a person as genuine and caring you, who believes so much in the good in others, even when they can’t see it themselves. Wish we could all have our own Bob Harper! Can you imagine how much better the world would be? : ) HUGS to you and thanks for all you do!!!

Bob: To say the least this season has shown me that I have no clear favorite contestant to champion a win. Everyone is so petty and yet I am sure this happens all the time on the show. But clearly the production team is showcasing this behavior which for my taste (as a fan) isn’t completely working. Yes, people are entertained with bickering but the production team needs to show the softer side. the reason they lost control and how they are working to get it back with the help of trainers, doctors, etc. I guess what I am saying is that it is okay to show the childishness that occurrs in tight quarters, but let’s inspire those who don’t make it on the show to get off the couch, stand on a BOZU while they watch the show and inspire them to be their own BIGGEST LOSER.

Hi Bob,
Competition is good and to a degree, some of the competitivness between you and Dolvette is good to see. I think we are all just used to seeing how well you and Jillian played off each other. you balanced each other. You and Dolvette are actually very alike and very competitive. To see you get along here adn there would be nice also. As for the season, Conda is a disease and Kim are diseases! They are plaguing the show with spiteful negativity. I personally think watching Conda and Kim with their awful attitudes and then seeing you and Dolvette kicking each other is affecting the season. If you guys are squabbeling then so will all the others. We need to see more of you and Dolvette working together and someone call out Conda and Kim for what they are…a virus!

You’re not far off. We as an audience look to the BL as a source of inspiration and the perseverance of the human spirit, even if we have no weight to lose. I’m understanding some of the drama a little better now – I work with the public and I can relate to having people drive you right around the bend and perhaps bring out a darker side of yourself. And its not as if every other season didn’t have drama. The problem is that the drama seems to have taken over the season. Its all the producers show. I’m sure there have been many wonderful moments, both with your team and Dolvett’s but as an audience, we’re not being shown them. And I think the negativity is spreading. I read a post on your facebook tonight stating that they hoped conda would just stay fat and gain back the weight. I don’t like conda, I think her attitude is horrible, but that sort of statement is unacceptable and hateful. Bring back the BL we all love, the one that makes us believe that anything is possible and we can all triumph no matter where we are when we start.
P.S. We all love you Bob, and because of that we have high expectations. We don’t like to think that you are just as human as us. And that is just unfair, and I for one am sorry

Bob, I have watched BL since day one. Never missed a show and I can handle a little tension and frustration between everyone, your right no one is perfect, But what I saw last night was beyond ignorant and not at all worth wasting my time watching. They were mean and rude it was more like a mob then a team. The actions that I saw last night made me sick to my stomach. That is why I posted on your wall last night. I see my post was removed but I am so glad that you heard what everyone was saying and posted this message. You are the rock in the show and I know that puts alot of pressure on you but you have been there all this time and people trust you the person we see. Will give the show one more week and If it is as bad I will not watch till next season and hope it is better then this cause stressed or not Mean People STINK!!!!By the way Love your workouts wish I was on the show could stand to lose about 100 LOL

I Love you Bob but I cant hardly stand to watch your show anymore. Conda has a lot of growing up to do, and she needs an attitude adjustment. Dolvett needs to be replaced, he sits there and lets his team treat each other like shit while he trash talks you and tries to figure out how he is going to win this weeks weigh in. Personally I think you needs to get miffed more often and tell all of them how it is. Conda sit and rolled her eyes and snickered and made rude comment because adrian only lost 2 pounds?????? How many pounds did she lose? Oh I believe it was TWO! Pretty sad when she has been there alot longer then he has and she lost the same amount. If she was minding her own and not busy trashing with Kim ( the other loser) she might have gotten more out of her workout. Im sorry Bob, again I love you make me want to be a better healthier me, but I cant continue watching if the show is just going to be a show about cry baby adults that don’t realize their on this show for the same reason and not one of them is better then the other and they all deserve the same chance. And I refuse to watch 2 grown women sit and talk about others and snicker and act like they are all it. Losing weight and getting makeovers only can go so far in making a new you, if you don’t speak with your heart and you constantly act like Conda and Kim does, nothing in this world will make you a good person and its really hard to love yourself when your heart is black from jealousy and hatred, and its just plain ugly.

Hey Bob! This is really a tough season to watch. Competition, I think, is natural because underlying the mission to lose weight and change their lives, the contestants are still a part of a game. I think where the negativity is coming in is with some of the immaturity that we’re seeing from a handful of people and those attitudes are affecting the entire team.

Kim is highly competitive. She works hard and her numbers reflect that. The problem is that her competitive attitude is one that is self-seeking and doesn’t seek to include or encourage anyone else. Conda on the other hand, does not have the attitude of competition. She is immature and uses bullying as a method of avoiding her issues. She no doubt NEEDS to be there, but she is missing out on the real value of the experience because she won’t open herself up to the process of learning about herself, so that she can make those long term lifestyle changes. It’s not surprising that these two have become allies.

I was extremely disappointed with the reception that Adrian and Daphne received upon returning to the ranch. The other contestants had such a sense of entitlement when they forget that their being on the ranch is the result of someone giving them a second chance at life. We’ve seen in seasons past that there are occasions when contestants that were originally sent home before making it into the house have a little bit of difficulty adjusting and their numbers on the scale during that first week is not always a reflection of the work that they put in. I think that in the weeks to come we’ll see that Adrian and Daphne do indeed have what it takes to be successful because they have the heart and the willingness to work hard. They know what it feels like to get sent home and they don’t want to have to face that again.

I’ve just been learning about CrossFit and am considering taking classes where I live here in Nashville. I watched the Women’s Finals on ESPN and all I could think was “I want to do that!!” It’s awesome to see you incorporating some of the WOD into the contestants’ workouts. Despite the negativity that we’re seeing, I will continue to watch because there is always great motivation in seeing that light turn on for each of the contestants as they realize how they got to where they are and they find that desire to fight to live a new life. Watching you and Dolvett sometimes is like Clash of the Titans as there’s just a lot of testosterone there, but I think that even though you get on each other’s nerves, you both share the same passion for the contestants and I love to see the both of you motivate them in your own way. Keep up the great work that you are doing and know that you’re not just changing lives where you are, you’re changing lives all over the world.

I have watched several seasons and enjoyed them all. It gives me inspiration to keep going on my personal weight loss quest. This season has been somewhat disappointing. I do see what you mean about the bubble and vacations with friends for a week. This had not occurred to me. Also, you have a week jammed into two hours or and hour and a half without commercials. So, we are seeing what the directors and editors present. One can only imagine what the out takes are like.

What has been presented to us is starting to look like an episode of “Survivor,” of which I have only seen one episode, but the commercials for it are non-stop. I watch BL to get inspired and to gain knowledge about my own health, in the past I feel I got that. You show that one does not need to spend big bucks on equipment or memberships, heck Crossfit WODs are on-line for our enjoyment. But again, there seems to be too much emphasis on the clash of the contestants rather than the positive side. We, the viewers, do not see the every day events. And we are several weeks behind what is really going on as well.

I appreciate your slant which gives me a better understanding of what others and I have been writing on other Twitter/Facebook accounts. You have given us more clarity. Next Tuesday, I will be able to watch with a different set of eyes. for that I am grateful.

Hey Bob thanks for posting your thoughts. I just started watching Biggest Loser this season but since it started I have gone back and watched some of the episodes from previous seasons and I have to say there is defintely a big difference in the attitudes of the contestants this season. I think Conda has a huge attitude problem that needs adjusting if she truely wants to make her life better, she is full of excuses and that isnt what this is supposed to be about. Ok now on to crossfit, I am an athlete, always have been but now I am training for the CPAT for structure fire and I keep getting told that crossfit is the way to go so it was great to see you incorporating crossfit into the show. I guess I really should give it a shot!

I understand about beng there without family, phones etc BUT we are 13 seasons in and this is by far the worst. Of course there is going to be tension but this group takes the cake. So many people wish they could be there and we have to watch a group of backstabbing, immature, gossiping, fit throwing people. Dolvett is awesome and I understand there is competition with the trainers but this is ridiculous. Ya’ll are there for the contestants, not to act childish as some of the contestants are. Tempers are going to flare and people will complain but this season they are focusing on it too much and to allow Conda to talk to people the way she does is unacceptable. She should be kicked off just for her poor character. This is the only season that I have not enjoyed. Starting to look more scripted if you ask me. AND for everyone saying bring Jillian back, that is not the problem. I personally do not miss her a bit. I love Dolvett and think he is doing an awesome job. There simply is no positive message this season.

“I would like to see a show with contestants over the age of 70 (I am) who are not able to do the tough stuff your younger contestants can do. We need help too sometimes. I have a bad back and cannot even stand up longer than ten minutes and need some help there.” – Leah Wahl February 2, 2012 at 4:07 am

Bob, I agree with Leah. I 69 and have severe back pain and am not able to stand for very long. There is no way I would be able to do any of what they do at the ranch. Any ideas that would help people like us?

As for this season, I am usually able to connect with at least one of the contestants and root them on, but not this time. They seem to have no interest in cheering anyone else on or in being a team. To treat a couple who just got the opportunity to come back to the ranch the way they did with hostility and resentment without giving them a chance was disgraceful(especially the women, Conda & Kim).

I thank you and Dolvett are great and have been really patient with this bunch of selfish, jealous children.

This household is struggling with this season. Where is the love, support and bonding? Something’s been off from the get go and I can’t figure out why these guys aren’t more appreciative, supportive of each other, and, even more importantly, LOSING MORE WEIGHT! Weigh-ins have been piddly so far. How the red team treated the guy from the aqua team is depressing. He was excited to be there, to make it back, and they just shot him down. From the looks of how he breezed through the workouts he DID work out a lot at home. Why can’t they appreciate a hard worker?
On the plus side we are using the show’s drama and bad behavior as a learning tool with our 10-year-old — we watch as a family and we point out the rudeness, the eye rolling, the talking behind people’s back.
We love you and Dolvett – we hope this season doesn’t mean the beginning of the end of the biggest loser.

I agree with the others, there is no excuse for Conda’s foul attitude. She plays the victim constantly – when she first stuck up for her brother, I was in her corner. But then she started attacking others and rolling her eyes, and not allowing anyone else’s opinion to be stated, accusing contestants on the other team of cheating .. then the defensiveness overtook when the Aqua Team came back on. She’s threatened. She only knows how to attack. I grew up with someone like this, and it doesn’t change. She’s a walking excuse. Perfect for this season – a “how not to be” for all of us.

I don’t mind competitiveness, I just don’t like bullying and Conda is a bully. She had issues with Mike, she had issues with Dolvett, she called Cassandra a cheater because Conda was a poor sport and a sore loser. Now she has an issue with Adrian whose only real fault was working his butt off to get back on the ranch. And her #’s hasn’t been showing that she has earned the cockiness she’s been displaying during the show. I know this is a game, but at the same time, there should be no room for bullying. I’m also tired of all the quitting and wanting to quit. And I HATE that they use their families as an excuse. Um, you’re suppose to be there for your family as much as yourself, cause what’s worse, spending a few months away from your kids, or making your kids spend a lifetime without you because you stayed unhealthy and died young from heart disease or diabetes complications or what not? This season has sucked to the max so far. No one really seems to want to be there as much as in past seasons. I have a hard time believing any of them will keep the weight off after the show is over.

Bob, I have watched the Biggest Loser with my husband I think since it started. This is the meanest bunch of contestants I have ever seen. No help to each other they look like they just want to stab each other in the back. I never like when there are mean ones on and over the years a few times in the past, one or two people in the group have been mean. Helen sending her daughter home and staying herself >< That one year the husband and wife red team I forget their names but UGG and now it seems everyone is horrible. I just want to watch when they are kind to each other and trying to help. Survivor is for back stabbers and the Biggest Loser is for inspiration. Please don't let it get out of hand or you will lose viewers, myself included. I like Dolvet and you are always my favorite. I would love to work out with you and I guess that is why it bothers me these people are so lucky they have no idea.

Bob, I understand what you’re saying about the pressure the contestants are under, being away from family, not having their “drug of choice” and all that entails being a contestant BUT the past seasons were not like this, yes people got on each others nerves but at the end of the day they cared about each other and pushed each other to do their best. This season is just mean and petty. It seems like the contestants need a reality check because they have been given a HUGE gift that hundreds of thousands if not millions of people in our country would kill to have. They finally have the opportunity to change their lives but they aren’t appreciating it and they certainly aren’t taking advantage of it. I have been watching BL for about 10 seasons now and this is the first time I don’t rush home every Tuesday night to watch it and honestly if this continues I may stop watching all together. I am just not motivated by this group. On a positive note, I do love you and Dolvett.

I have to totally agree with Souette about Conda..she is so Negative & so ready to put ppl down and judge them, when what she needs to do is take a good look in the mirror. When your not HAPPY WITH YOURSELF, YOU CAN’T BE HAPPY WITH ANYONE ELSE.This fits her personality. Everyone is there for a reason, which is to get HEALTHY.Never seen so many contestants who are so UNGRATEFUL for the chance to have help to turn their lives around. Instead everyone quitting and leaving the show, when ppl like me tried to get on & stay on to get back what I once had.What Conda needs is a church. She need God in her life cuz thats the devil in her coming out.To bad Jillian wasnt there to put her in check, cuz she sure as hell wouldn’t put up with her mouth!! I sure hope the season ends better then it has started. Been watching this show since it 1st started. This season only angers me to watch it. Luv ya Bob & Dolvett but its time to put your ppl in check & SHOW THEM WHO’S BOSS. IF THEY CANT HANDLE IT.. LET THEM GO. GOOD LUCK <3

Honestly I feel like it’s more of a production decision this year. Like you said, tensions run high when you’re in that sort of bubble. The producers are just choosing to zone in on that instead on the true message of the show. It’s hard for y’all as the trainers to not get caught up in it but I in no way hold either of you responsible. Instead, the blame really falls on the shoulders of those editing the show together and choosing which moments to air. The focus has shifted from showing contestants having breakthroughs about how they’ve thought about everything from themselves to food to life in general to showing contestants engaged in petty behavior. I’m sure that sort of thing went on to some degree in seasons past, it just wasn’t shown as much. It feels like, well, a sell out. And I totally have taken my complaints to the network on this one.

Bob, I think we all just assume you are as frustrated with their behavior as us viewers are! You are always so inspirational, the show clearly just needs more Bob! I wish I could have seen more of your workouts, it went by so quickly but now that I read your blog I’m going to look into Crossfit. Thanks for sharing everything you do and being you!

I am sorry Bob, but as much as I love watching the BL, it has been tough this season. I have questioned the pounds not lost and the attitude of the contestants. You and Dolvett are some great trainer’s, these folks just don’t have what it takes and if I am correct, it will be clear to everyone at the BL finally.

Bob, I agree what Souette said earlier. Conda is a big bully and so is Kim. There doesn’t need to be bullies on the Biggest Loser because bullies tend to put stress on other players and those players tend to not to so good. I felt bad to see Nancy leave the show because she was trying to bring peace into the house, but Conda and Kim didn’t want to hear it. I wish that I was on the show because I surely could use the help to lose weight. Good luck to my Chicago Contestants since they are closer to home back hear in Illinois.

I hate to say it, but I think I’m done with the show. I’ve watched every season since the beginning, and last season I was hopeful with the way it went without Jillian. This season however is leaving me at a loss for words and I question whether I can “tolerate” any more of it. Where is the happy Bob who comes in and motivates people? I know it must be hard living in that fishbowl – but come on – it’s like you’re letting people push you around. Take back the power and make people remember what they’re there for. This is the wimpiest bunch of whiners I’ve ever seen on the show and it’s pathetic. Are we now dredging the bottom feeders who want to be on that show? Are the producers looking for sensational freaks to bring in more ratings? That’s what it looks like. I can’t relate to anyone on that show at this moment. I don’t like anybody and nobody is anything like me in any way. I think the show needs to focus more on nutrition and show what it is that they are eating in there. I appreciate “product placement” but sometimes that’s the only mention of food we see.
Just my two cents.

I usually LOVE BL, but honestly couldn’t wait for it to go off last night. Way too much drama and negativity this season. Personally, I wonder if it’s not the producers wanting the drama. Surely they could have filmed some positive moments and left out a lot of the negative trash. I watch the show to get more motivated, but last night felt as though I’d been poisoned. Lets get back to inspiring the world to becoming healthy both inside and out! Love you Bob

Bob I miss having you and Jillian on the show together is is just not the same. This season has been very hard to watch just not really into it. I would love to see more middle age people. I would love to be on but have RA and could never go through what the contestants go through

Crossfit! Love it! I’ve been doing crossfit and eating paleo since april and I absolutely love it! Every workout is hard, challenging, tiring, but when I’m finished I feel so accomplished. I love that after the WOD, I’m tired and sweaty and so are the pipe hitters! I love it, and I will never go back to a globo-gym!

Hey Bob!

The negativity last night was really uncomfortable. I must say that Conda and Kim or at least what the producers are letting us see of them are causing the conflict. They didn’t seem to allow Adrian to be happy about his weight loss. The cut him down as if he is nothing. I hope to see Adrian and Daphne stay and Kim and Conda leave. Those two woman are not supportive of the others. Yes, this is a “game” but still you should treat your team mates with respect. Welcome the new guy and embrace him, so him the ropes don’t tell him to be quiet and just listen. That is exactly what Kim and Conda need to do.
Love TBL, but this season is not as enjoyable. I don’t like being angry with people and Kim and Conda make me angry.
Keep up the wonderful work that you do Bob! Tell the producers to stop the negative crap. TBL is an inspirational show not Jerry Springer!

Bob, thank you for explaining a few things. I did get outdone with the pettiness from week 5 especially, but I do realize we the viewers don’t see everything. I just hope that the producers of the show aren’t trying to make it seem more controversial than it really is in the house. I TOTALLY understand your analogy of being on vacation with a group of people for a bit of time, I’ve had that happpen… but it does seem this season there is not as much passion, the numbers overall have seemed lower, and it just seems like there is something off, something missing this season, but I’m not quite sure what it is. All I can say is I agree with others that have commented on here and on the biggest loser facebook page I’m losing interest in the show because it’s soooo not inspiring. It seems the producers are making it more about the drama going on in the house than the people changing their lives and bodies for the healthier. If I want to see drama I’ll turn on a soap opera, not biggest loser. I have enough pettiness, drama, mean spiritedness from others, and depression in my own life, I reach out to biggest loser to encourage and motivate me and this season I am feeling more defeated and dejected than anything. Come on Producers… No Excuses! Ï’ll Never Reach My Goal” well you(Biggest Loser show) won’t reach your goal of encouraging people and helping them get healthy and change their lives and get rid of their own excuses if we the viewers aren’t motivated and encouraged to watch the show anymore because of so much negativity and so much focus on the drama. I know shows need to reinvent themselves to stay on the air for a long time, but making BL more of a Soap Opera than a motivating health and fitness show is not the way to do that. Bob I thank you for being open and honest about your attitude at times. I am sure it is hard, but thank you for seeing that in yourself and deciding to refocus your energy to something else, say your contestants and motivating them. I do find it interesting and telling that the black team does not seem to have nearly as much pettiness going on or negativity. Sure the stuff with Chris went down and she tried to reconcile with the boys and they felt it was awkward. I think that is more their age and not realizing some people don’t open up and tell you what they think of you in week one, BECAUSE THEY DON’T KNOW YOU! Maybe she was “laying low” and she’s a person who takes her time to form a true opinion about others. I think that’s smart. And I enjoy seeing Chris grow as a person and go through struggles like most if not all of us would go through. She learned from it and moved on. I wish others could do the same. Hopefully they have and hopefully the season will get better since I know it’s filmed ahead of time. I need more motivation and positivity in my life, Biggest Loser has brought that to me in seasons past(seasons 7,8, and especially 9) I hope it can continue on THAT track.

Conda needs to go!!!!! she does nothing but complain and whine about everyone who is on there. The big “J” is upon her too. Her and the other girl on the red team (can’t think of her name) but they are always, always complaining about someone. Of course it wouldn’t be a show without drama. I was very disappointed in the decision they made last night to vote Nancy off.

Bob, sorry but I do not agree with your analysis….previous seasons contestants had the same circumstances and aside from one or two people, in general there wasn’t much shown as far as the drama…..but this season is just ridiculous to the point I may stop watching till the next season starts. you and Dolvette are doing great work but some of these players do not seem committed…..I’d have loved to see Jillian deal with either Gayle boo hooing or Conda rolling her eyes constantly and giving grief…these people should be busting their asses and aside from a few, looking at their numbers at 5 weeks, seems like they feel they are on vacation!keep up the great work!

Conda needs to go. She is stressing everyone out and thats why the numbers were all off. Everyone knows that stress is not good for weight loss and she is the center of it!!! If she thinks she is so smart, let her go home and do it herself. Obviously what Adrian and his sister were doing at home was working for them, and changing it threw their bodies out of whack. I hope they kill it next week. I feel so bad for Dolvett having such a bully like Conda on his team, and Kim fuels that bullying as well. They both need to go and let the Aqua team get their groove on!! And I think its great that Adrian has his own style, you know he’s gonna have Dolvett wearing an ascot before this season is over.

Good luck with the Crossfit training. I was impressed with the contestants for being able to do what they did in such a short amount of time.

I just have to say thank you for reminding me that these people are in an extreme environment and are human. I think its so easy as viewers to pass judgement on these contestants but who knows how any of us would react if we were in the same situation. With that said, however, I do feel like the show itself is focusing more on the dramatics rather than on the weight loss. I can’t even name off most of the contestants name at this point because the powers that be are only focusing on a select few troublemakers. I also have to point out that in seasons past, we got glimpses into what brought them to where they are. We knew Abby lost her entire family in a car accident, Shays mom was a drug addict, and Vinnys step dad was abusive. We got to know these contestants beyond the gym but this season has not focused on that at all and its been extremely disappointing. Every season until now by this point I have always had someone that I was rooting for but this season the only thing I am saying is “I hope Conda doesn’t win”. Please let the powers that be that this is one viewer that is very disappointed.

Oh btw, what happend to Raul or whatever his name is from 2 seasons ago. He quit. He walked off the show at the weigh in. No one has said anything about him?

Dear Bob

i have been trying to make my voice heard and have no success. I have a great idea for the show, can you please put me in contact with someone from the producers team. i’m a professional and all i need is little help or few minutes with someone who will listen. Sorry for using this platform to ask but i need to try it.
Thank you so much
Niki

Bob,

I began faithfully watching the Biggest Loser with Season 11 and I fell in love. Everyone’s story was so inspirational and their will to be there so great. Yes, it’s hard and everyone has a bad day and wants to go home but they fought through it and came out a better person in the end. To me no one’s story was more inspriational than Abby. But Hannah and Olivia were by far my favorite. Those girls make me want to be a better person. A healthy person.

This season the contestants (most of them) seem ungrateful to be there, a bunch of whiny babies. Maybe that isn’t the case, maybe that is just how the producers are spinning it but I don’t like it and it seems like most of America agrees with me. I realize that there is going to be drama on a show, how else are you going to get people to keep watching. That is the reality of Reality TV. But these people are over the top. This is supposed to be a family show and it doesn’t feel very family to me.

I love you and I love the Biggest Loser. But I will say that when they cast for the next season, the producers need take a big look at who they are casting because if you have another year like this, people are going to quit watching.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and as always thanks for being awesome!

I was so disappointed in the red team specifically; Conda,Kim and also Mark. Adrian earned his spot on the team. You , red team, need to inspire yourselves, your team mates; and also America. If we wanted to watch bickering; we could always go the the playground of the elementary school., You are there to get your lives back; not to bicker. I have never seen such immaturity and whining on both teams but especially the red team. Conda needs to go home, then Kim, and then Mark. All of you act like little children. I have watched each year and have been inspired (lost 2 sizes and have 2 more left) but if your attitudes do not change, I will be forced not to watch anymore.

Wow! I am so glad that I am not the only one who feels that Conda is a virus in that house. Enough of the drama and childish behavior Biggest Loser and get back to inspiring the world!!!! Are there no more personal talks with the contestants going on? I used to find myself crying every 5 minutes watching the breakthroughs on this show. This season I find myself irritated through 90% of it!

Hi Bob, I love your tips and your new work-out. I feel the same as alot of people about the direction the show seems to be on this season, it does seem to be negative. I don’t dislike Conda as much as some but I do believe she has some issues she needs to figure out before she can lose any significant amount of weight. Her self-esteem is so low, she tries to make others seem bad so she looks better.Perhaps it’s the contestants, but I sure would have lost my cool a few times too. You have inspired me immensly and I have so far lost 46 lbs and I’m disabled. Keep up the good work. Thank you

i love bob he is a great trainer. he is great if he goes then i never watch this show anymore wish he’s lady side kick would come back.

Hey Bob,
I am really happy with this seasons weight losses each week, reason being, they are obtainable. I understand they didn’t start out as fat as others. What I think this does for us is motivate us that we are doing a good job and to not quit even though it seems to be taking FOREVER for the weight to come off.

As for the pettiness, showing proper conflict resolution is a great lesson for people. Not everyone gets along, showing people work through issues and forgiving is important.

And I have been on vacation with my mother in law, lets just say, I make Conda look like a saint.

Bob, in every season up until now, for every episode, I’ve been touched to tears and inspired in my spirit by what I’ve watched. And I’ve always come away from each episode better or enlightened in some way. In this season, not so much. After watching each week, I feel frustrated and upset. I WANT to be cheering someone on. Yet, I can’t because so few are exhibiting anything worthy of validation. I can’t validate juvenile, selfish, hateful behavior. In the real world, such behaviors would be reviled as bullying. Unacceptable in any venue.

Anyone who has acted like an adult and who seems to be there for altruistic reasons, for getting control of their own lives, for making things better for others . . . . they are dissed by those who have some other agenda altogether.

Why is network TV giving airtime to bullies? How can a network put out PSAs about bullying while at the same time validating it with 2 hours of prime time documentation. Shame on whoever is making those network decisions. I don’t like it. It doesn’t make life better for anyone. If this is entertainment, then people need to get a life changing experience.

If this is a season of no excuses, then the passive/aggressive/bullying needs to be called out as an excuse, and then busted. When you bully, you are making an excuse that it is someone else who is at fault. It’s his fault I didn’t lose, that our team doesn’t work, that I didn’t lose weight. Really? He has that sort of power over you? Don’t think so. This sort of blame game never works in the long run. Never. For anyone.

Please, please! Try and get them to see that the team, and the show, needs to be directed back to higher ground and not the lowest common denominator!

This season…boy. I auditioned in two different cities this year. I was not selected. There was a ton of crap going on in my life over the last few years and I had convinced myself that it was my destiny. Afterwards, I was devestated. After I found out that Kim and Megan had made it from my teeny tiny town in Missouri. I was soul-crushed. I vowed to watch anyway. The whole season just makes me sick. The amount of people I like can be counted on one hand. This has NEVER happened. Today…I am thankful I wasn’t selected for this season. Everyone I know LOVES Crossfit. Give ‘em hell! (ps…glad you changed your hair)

Just expecting to see you and Dolvett sit EVERYONE down and remind them all the gamesmanship aside (unavoidable we all know) all the stress just sabtages them all. .heck no one had a great week. . .helloooooo. .gd lesson for hme too. Handling of life stress and stress hormones. .and effect on weight loss

I am disappointed with the shows this season. Crossfit may work for some, but not all. No form of exercise is one-size-fits-all. I’d like to see more attention to workouts that are shaped to meet individual needs and personalities. The emphasis on competitiveness is dividing everyone into winners and losers, but not in a good way. The contestants and trainers come across as selfish when they need to be supportive of each other and their common goal to get healthy. I see enough conflict in the world every day–I don’t need to see more conflict on The Biggest Loser. I also don’t like seeing the institutional racism directed toward the aqua team, especially Adrian. No one seems to realize what it means to tell a black man or woman to be quiet. I suggest you read Edward Bonilla-Silva’s Racism Without Racists. Your show has the ability to address how institutional racism affects health care for blacks, to make a positive contribution to society. Make it happen!

I have been watching the Biggest Loser for several seasons and I love the show!! However, this season is AWFUL!! I am going to stop watching it because I feel nothing but anger after watching!! I know we only see parts of what are really going on but the parts we viewers are seeing is HIDEOUS!! If I wanted to watch a soap opera or go to an elementary school playground I would but I don’t so I will unfortunately be changing the channel. I am not overweight but watching your show has given me motivation to keep going and be the healthiest person I can be. This season has no motivation at all and isn’t that why the show was created? I agree with a lot of the comments already said, especially Evie and Souette. Souette said it… It is a rare gift to be there at the ranch and nobody seems to be taking it seriously… the numbers are lower than I have ever seen them!! I know there are plenty of people that want to be there and the Aqua team wants to be there more than any other person there … they proved that by losing the weight to get there!!! I think the trainers are wonderful (glad Anna is gone) and I am saddened with the way the show is going!! Thanks for all the hard work you do Bob and for changing this nation of yours to be healthier and better… you have touched so many lives and one of them was me so THANK YOU for that!!

I am not impressed with what’s happening with BL this season. I think that the producers should have talked with both teams about the Aqua team coming back and what it would mean. I kinda felt like it was thrown in their laps which is what set Kim and Conda off. Adrian and Daphne really had no idea what they were getting into, someone should have at least clued them in. The Red Team is being unfair to Adrian. I think that supporting each other would be way better than the sabatoge they’re doing and I’m very sure that the stress of the Team is why they wound back up in the elimination room.

And for both teams this season, there’s a real lack of inspiration and enthusiasm. I almost dread watching each week. I’ve seen season where there has been alot more comraderie and support of each other. The world is SO full of the backstabbing the lies and the uncaring of others, it’s really refreshing to see teams that support their members as well as the other team(s). I understand t hath when you put a group of people together you really don’t know what the dynamics are going to be but really people, the Biggest Loser is supposed to be about weight lose and support not this petty stuff.

I wonder if whoever did the casting knew just what they were doing when they cast Conda. The girl is possibly my least favorite contestant of all time. But she knows how to amp up the drama and that’s why I wonder if they cast her on purpose to try to make better TV? Well, producers of Biggest Loser, it may very well make for juicy TV, but for those of us who have loved the show for so long, that’s not what we want to watch. Sure, the odd bit of juice here and there makes for a good episode. But the constant drama is not what any of us tune in for. We all tune in for the inspiration, to watch the revelation as the contestants learn things about themselves and grow stronger. I really think if you keep focusing on the drama you will eventually run the show into the ground. The viewers don’t like that BS.

They need be more positive. I feel like the red team made a really bad decision last night. I know that she needs to be on the ranch, but Conda is like poisonous venom. She should have been the one who went home not Nancy just on the merits of her bad attitude. She needs to take a chill pill and grow-up! I mean really sit down and look back on all the crap she’s flingin’ and change her attitude. She’s the one causing all the problems. She’ll never lose the weight if she doesn’t stop that. The sad thing is that she’s sucking her whole team into it. Right now it is about each individual and she does not need to be sticking her nose into everyone elses business and justonly worry about herself. She rolls her eyes at everything anyone does including you, Bob, and it makes me sick. Isn’t there something that can be done about that? The disrespect is uncanny this season!

Sorry to go off topic, but I am new to this site, so I just want to say Howdy to all. Also, a huge thank you to Bob for taking the time to “talk” to us. I’ll take any and all motivation I can get. An even bigger THANK YOU for putting the DVDs on sale. (I bought them all.)

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the only reason we continue to watch is because of Bob, that is it! If the drama doesn’t stop, I may have to stop watching all together!

I am in agreement with many of the comments above. The backstabbing and drama has to stop. The aqua team ROCKS, and has been unfairly treated. They worked hard to get back onto the show, and I believe they deserve it.

I thought I’ve seen other seasons, where players return, and they are welcomed. I was shocked when they were nearly shunned.

I personally deem this the worst season ever. The drama and backstabbing is so bad, I almost turned off the TV and removed the show from my DVR. It was a lot of yuck, and I don’t allow that into my life, not even through a cathode ray tube box with pictures and sound.

Personally, I think of Conda were gone from the show, things would get better.

“Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth.” -Proverbs 26:20

The inspiration is gone, and unfortunately so has my respect for the show. I LOVE the trainers but it seems that there is a little competition between the two of you as well. Instead of focusing on the well-being of the contestants and the viewers is a crazy production move. I thought the ratings were there and just when many people were probably on their way to an at home breakthrough we have been sucked into a stressful warp of disrespect and childhood bickering. I was also very excited and encouraged that the Aqua team made it back to the ranch and all of their hard work and determination has been minimized. It’s a shame and I hope that when the Red team especially Conda sees themselves on TV they realize that all of their negative, vile, energy could have been spent losing weight rather than worrying about a new team member. SHAME ON YOU NBC and trainers for allowing the show to move in a direction that is so ineffective it hurts.

I have to say that I agree with many of the others here that have shared their displeasure with this season. These contestants seems very negative toward one another AND toward the trainers. In past seasons there has been tremendous bonding and life changing successes. This season the contestants don’t seem to be making personal strides, nor do they appear to want to change. This hatred for the Aqua team is bizarre and undeserved. Why the others feel threatened is beyond me and it makes me not want to watch because the contestants are acting so ugly. I miss the personal triumphs and the tears of joy. These guys are all a bunch of whiners with mean streaks. I think I will wait for the next season and sit this one out.

I love Jill’s comment!!! I second it

I have such strong dislike for the red team that I find myself praying for them. I cannot for the life of me figure out why they don’t vote off Conda. And I would vote off Kim next. They are just so dang negative and poisonous. As for the small bubble, I cannot remember any other season where people were so nasty and unmotivated. The weight loss numbers this season are horrible compared to other seasons. As for the black team, I don’t have a favorite but Cassandra has really grown on me and forgive me for not remembering the Aqua girl’s name but she’s cool. And I must say I love Adrian! He’s so honest, motivated, and sweet! I wish he were on your team as if I had to pick a person I want to win it all, it would be him! It pisses me off the way the red team treats him. I tell myself I won’t watch because I get so worked up then my mom calls and sucks me in. *g* I may not have like how you acted at times this season, Bob but I’ll always love you! You are so right when you say nobody is perfect and heaven knows, I want to kick myself for some of my actions everyday!

I am so glad that I’m not in this boat alone! I often wonder what the contestants think of themselves when they watch it along with us? I am in agreement with the Conda\Kim meanness. And it looks like there’s more to come next week. Have to say that I’m not really liking the tension between Bob & Dolvett either. In seasons past the trainers worked together to help the contestants. Reality-show-drama has taken over and will inevitably lose what set it apart from other reality tv )=

I just started to do the basic crossfit workouts, but I can feel the change already, I am hooked.

I watch the show on hulu the next day, but it really seems to be missing something this time, maybe it just the people some of them don’t seem like very nice people.

Bob, I love you & all the work you’ve done over the last 12 seasons. Because of you, BL, & JM I’ve gotten the courage to try to lose weight & I’ve done 2 spring triathlons. However, I’m still @ 246 lbs & I struggle daily. I don’t even know how to fix myself but I keep trying. I’ve also got so much drama in real life with life issues, that when I turn on BL I expect to be inspired – & have been until this season. This season I want to cry out of frustration (with the exception of Adrian & the baby loss) due to the negativity instead of the moving stories. I don’t have time for this kind of drama. It only feeds the discouragement in me, not inspire me like it use to. I’m sorry, but this season has almost got me wanting the show to end its course. When it becomes more like The Hills or Jersey Shore over weight loss & health then it is time to end it’s run, or change producers. I’m so discouraged ’bout this show I don’t know how to help you get it to how it was before season 12!

Conda is so toxic to herself and everyone around her. It is like watching middle school bully, gathering strength in numbers because she isn’t strong enough on her own. I likely won’t watch next week after feeling stressed out after watching the conduct of Conda and Kim. This season’s contestants are miserable to watch, not encouraging at all. No wonder you are grumpy, Bob.
Best wishes to the all the contestants since above the game, they are working for their lives.

Hi Bob, I think it is just producers trying to use the interesting pieces and exaggerating the negativity for the flair…this show should never be about that. I am sure if you looked at previous seasons, this was always more about the trainers relationships with the participants and not the participants relationships with each other. That was there, but I am sure they are trying to ensure this doesn’t become the Bob Harper show now that it is just you and Dolvett, where he is just not that charismatic as you are. The show worked with the Yen/Yang feel with you and Jillian, as she was the mean ass trainer while you were the zen master.

My wife and I agree, if the show next week is all drama we are going to shut off the DVR and possibly look to seasons prior to our starting watching about three years ago for the motivation the show is lacking.

BTW, love the idea of cross fit, however living in Wyoming, this is just not something around. Any suggestions on how to build a home cross fit course would be an awesome article.

I have heard amazing things about Crossfit from some friends! I can’t wait to start it!

I have to agree about this season. I know quite a few people who have decided not to watch this season anymore because of all the unnecessary drama and cat-fights. I understand the pressure and the closed box they are all throw into living in but some people still need to mature a bit and learn better ways to deal with the annoyances of others.

My biggest issue right now isn’t the competitiveness of the season thus far, it’s the caddishness of a few of the contestants. They don’t even give someone the benefit of the doubt. It’s not like the Biggest Loser hasn’t done this before. They are quite often bringing someone back halfway through the season. Did these people really think Biggest Loser would send that team home without giving them another shot? I know they have formed friendships and been together through the first month of the show but there is no need for the high school attitudes going on with some of the people. Adrian’s story has actually been the first emotional moment I had watching the show..something I’ve always experienced long before the first month comes around. He is raw and wants to be there for losing weight and REAL reasons while most of the people who have been there this whole time seem to be lacking that..

I am so glad you posted about this season and how things don’t seem to be going as well. I just hope the “powers that be” think bad attention is as good as good attention. This is the only reality show I watch and it was because it was low drama and the people seemed like family. I can’t even count how many times I heard younger girl on the Red team say “she hates, so and so” and “he has to go”. I know TV can help make villians out of people but they can’t make you say “hate” all the time. Go black team!!!

Last night I was super close to just shutting it off. Conda and Chism bug me – they are TOTALLY immature. It’s the inspiration of the ‘how-to’ and ‘want-to’ that draws many of us to tune in each week. We want what they get the opportunity to live-out. Not many of us could quit our jobs and work with awesome trainers for many hours a day and not have the distractions of home/family/life to get in the way of focusing on healthly eating, exercise and rest. My vote is for it the show to return to just Bob & Jillian and to screen the contestants further for their committment to NOT quit the show, or walk out. Everyone needs to just remember why they are there and play nice kids!

I don’t know if you’ll get through all the comments to see mine, in the end. I’ve been watching BL for a long time and I have to say this season is making me want to stop watching.

I was SO hoping that the Red Team would man up and vote Conda or Kim out, and instead they voted out Nancy, the person who was TRYING to keep the peace and get people to focus on what they are there for. Surely Conda has watched seasons prior and realizes that the game is played with many twists and turns but the people who are the most successful focus on the changes they need to make to their lives and habits… and I agree with the poster that said she is lashing out at the other contestants rather than address her own issues.

I suppose one could argue that shows a cry for help, but the woman is so gosh darn mean and so is Kim, that I could happily watch the show with both of them gone but knowing there will be more drama next week makes me not want to tune in.

Adrian worked hard to earn that spot on the red team. None of them are giving him a fair shake.

I also enjoyed the show better when it was you and Jillian. But I know the producers probably can’t get her back, and I think the show has lost a lot of its momentum without her. I wonder if maybe that is why the drama is being focused on this season – the producers realize it’s not what it once was, and they are trying to draw people back in by cranking up the drama quotient.

Anyway, to make a long winded post short, I admire you and what you do… keep doing it because YOU have made a difference in more people’s lives than you realize.

I love you Bob and think the work you do on BL is amazing and inspirational. This season has crossed a line into ugliness. We have had 12 other seasons with contestants living together without tv, phones, families or their “drug” of choice and they did not delve so deeply into bullying behavior. I think that you were being politically correct with your post.

I will not continue to watch this season. Hopefully BL will get the message that we don’t want “normal” reality tv, we want our inspirational BL back. I will attempt to watch next season. Continue the good work Bob – you have helped and inspired thousands of people across America

The thing that I dont get it how the red team was mad that the aqua team was brought back… Have they never watched the show… No one ever goes home like that without a chance to get back…. I also cant stand the way the red team acts….. The 2 girls get on my last nerve and I want to punch them through the TV….:)

Hi Bob,

I have to say the two seasons that were my favorite seasons were season 8 when Danny Cahill won and the season with Sam and Koli. On season 8 Danny and Rudy had a great competition going, but it was never mean spirited and never got out of hand. I don’t remember the drama being near as bad as this even when Tracy and Shay got into it. But they all got on with what they were there for and that was to gain their lives back.

It was the same when Sam and Koli were there. I LOVED the fact that they were there to work and work they did. They didn’t buy into the game even when the game affected them at times. They knew WHY they were there and they KNEW with eye’s WIDE OPEN what they were getting into when they were chosen to be on the show. They didn’t whine about it when it got hard, whether it was the workouts, how much less they were able to eat or how much they missed their families. They both knew that was all part of the deal when they signed up. Sam and Koli, Danny and Rudy, Sione Fa and his cousin Filipe Whoever you can think of that we’ve all seen on the show knew going into it that it was going to be one of the hardest things to be on the Biggest Loser if not THE hardest thing that all they would go through. I am guessing that the folks on season 13 has watched the show in the past and had some idea that it was going to be hard and they knew full well what they were getting into when they got onto the show.

I guess I went off on a tangent, but I have to say that in seasons past I loved the show when it showed the folks I mentioned above working their hearts out to get their lives back. Sure the game added twists into the show and that is great. But I have to admit that some of this bickering and back stabbing is a bit to much to take. Bob, you and Dolvett are great, and I can definitely understand getting caught up in the competition. The only thing I can’t stand is when the contestants are totally dogging the new people that earned their way back onto the ranch by what they were told it would take to be let back on. They were happy to be there after they lost above the 50 pound mark and then they were made fun of for being happy when only 4 short weeks ago, these very same people were acting the very same way.

I don’t know, I am ranting, but I must agree with those that have posted before me. Lose the drama and bring back what really inspires a fat person like me to want to change my life. Thanks for your time.

Bob,

I cannot stand Conda this season! I am the same age as her and I am APPALLED at how disrespectful she is to Dolvet and the other contestants in the house. She acts like she’s still in 8th grade. I feel awful every time I see her manipulate the others and bring around so much negativity. The day she goes home will be a great day for Biggest Loser S. 13!

Bob,
I love you so much!
although i have to say this season is the hardest to watch… its so painful to see that Conda in week 4 still has not gained anything from being on the show.. all she does is badmouth and backstab others and sheds some crocodile tears in the elimination room. I didnt like the way chizem and jeremy were laughing inside while chris was trying to make peace with them.. i understand its not easy being on the ranch but these ppl gotta man up and just start caring for one another! BL season 11 was by far the best! I hope the coming week will be a big turnaround here with no more bumps and drama cuz it cant go on this way! To treat Adrian like a piece of trash bleeds my chest all the way thru my heart.. a few weeks ago they all hugged him telling him he can do this and he will be back.. well hes back and look what ur doing to him??!!
I cant anymore!
peace to you all!

Since week 2, watching The Biggest Loser has been painful because of Conda’s ugliness. She’s a sore loser and has something bad to say about everyone. Now she’s starting to rub off on Kim. I actually liked Kim until she jumped on Conda’s ‘_itch train.’ I think if Conda was gone, the Red team would be stronger.

I agree with everyone. I’m so happy I’m not the only one who doesn’t like the way the show is being edited this year. I’m sure it is a ratings thing because most people want to see this in-fighting stuff. But, this isn’t the Bachelor or Bachelorette or even Survivor. Furthermore, I think Conda (as well as most of the Red Team) is an obnoxious girl who acts spoiled and entitled. She bores me to death. Perhaps it is a defense mechanism she has created around herself to protect herself from people because of her obesity. If these contestants don’t want to be on the show, then get rid of them. There are literally thousands of people who would KILL to have the chance to learn from you and the experts. I know I would have been. The show is not inspirational this year at all. Even you and Dolvett are being pitted against one another and I cannot imagine why that is when all previous seasons had you and Jillian working together for the betterment of all the contestants.

Through the show, and the website, I have lost 41 pounds. I did it healthfully, with diet and exercise. I learned how to eat purposefully as well as being selfish with the kinds of foods I now put into my body. I learned from you and Jillian not to eat foods laden in hormones, preservatives and artificial colorings/fats/chemicals. Most foods I now eat are organic, local and fresh. I also exercise and have bought most of all your videos (as well as a bunch of the BL videos).

I want other people to learn these types of healthy lessons from the show and not to be so overcome by the nonsense. Please have the producers and directors go back to the forum that worked for over 10 seasons. Let’s find the strengths in these players…what happened to players like Tara? Someone’s gotta be an inspiration….Just saying……

I have watched BL for years and am usually a strong supporter, but with all the whining, fussy, rude, down-right nasty people on there this season, I’m about done watching it ’til next season! I really like you and Dolvett, Bob, and hope it’s better next season! Honestly, with thousands of people wanting to be on BL, how’d they end up with this group?! I wish there was a more stringent process to getting on the show or something! How disappointing for those watching when people quit, say NO to the trainers, and whine, gossip, cry and bicker all the time! Are they trying to get people to watch with all the drama going on? Well, it’s beginning to backfire, since people are giving up watching!

My husband and I began watching The Biggest Loser and quickly realized that it inspired me unbelievably in my weight loss goals. We look forward to it every week and even tape it so I can refer back to it. I have been so disappointed this season with the all the backbiting that is occurring. It feels like watching a soap opera and I despise those. I cannot help but admire the aqua team for the incredible challenge they faced to get back in. That Conda is so immature and malicious in her attitude toward others and it makes her appear so ugly. I know that with weight loss tempers run short, but this is ridiculous. Please take steps to get this in line quickly. I don’t think I can take much more.
Thank you.

I think that Conda and Kim have shown themselves for what they really are. Really saw it in Conda at the first weigh-in with her comment about Mike, but, it goes on from there. I think they are just so afraid that they are going to lose to someone, who was able to do this at home. Grow up.
I have watched every season of the show, and this seasons “young” people have
shown how selfish and uncaring they truly are. Maybe Biggest Loser needs to have two show, one for the under 30 age group and one for the over 30 age group. It would be interesting to watch and see which group implodes first.

Bob, love that you have found CrossFit and the introduction into the BL. I was very obese a couple of years ago until I found CrossFit and now almost at my ideal weight. I love it and will be doing it for a very long time. I loved seeing the “WOD” show up on the screen and then FRAN. Keep up the great work.

To be honest, this is one of my least favorite seasons so far. For a season with a “no excuses” theme, there has been an excessive amount of bitching and whining. Last night’s episode barely address the “excuse” of the week. Conda is so nasty I’m amazed she hasn’t come closer to being voted off. And I was appalled at how unsupportive the contestants were to the aqua team. It was just sad, childish, horrible behavior all around.

Hey Bob, Thank you for broaching the issue and providing a venue for dedicated fans to voice our concerns. In past seasons, when “he said/she said” issues came up (insert groan here over high drama) the producers ‘flashed us back’ and refreshed the situation (nothing like a good b!t(h slap of reality to cut thru the bs.) And resolution followed via venomous player ousted for the good of the team. I have watched every season. every episode. I have cried happy tears for each and every contestant and their life change! And quietly thanked each of them for sharing their story of discovery of strength of self.
I was so excited when I saw this was the season titled “NO EXCUSES”. Please I beg – show us no excuses!!! Show us with each contestant and each trainer how there will not be excuses!! This tip toeing around is how a lot of people end up as potentials on that show. Why people bottle things up and can’t cope and no one CALLS THE NEGATIVE person OUT!! Communication isn’t about always agreeing, but it is about trying to reach a level of understanding.
And did the days of pushing the truck with ALL the trainers on it disintegrate with Jillian’s departure?? Did Jillian walk away with the heart of BL?? the purpose?? Get people Healthy. Take away their excuses. Teach Them. Motivate them. Teach us. Motivate us. IF that is not what the show is going to be about – I’m done and disappointed. BL was trending positivity – anything is possible – good people get good results, great people get great results. Work Hard or Go Home!! Well. I work hard at home to stay positive, and unless I see Drastic Change Now – BL will not be a part of my ‘at home’. PLEASE BL — CUT THE EXCUSES!! BRING BACK THE HEART!!! And Bob know – I’ll still follow you via other outlets for your honest, cut the crap motivation!!

I have been very unhappy this season. Even Bob has been caught up in it. Is this a ploy for ratings? I will not be watching anymore if this is what its gonna be about.

I think that a lot of what it is, is how they edit or cut the content for the show. If you could relay anything at all to the producers is that focusing on the drama is not going to increase ratings…it really is about being inspired.

I know that when people return to the ranch, nobody is really welcomed in…AND i agree that Adrian came in a bit too bold, but I would hate to feel so ‘alone’ and ‘attacked’. Also, I think it truly sucks when they get on the scale and have a crappy week….to then rub it in their face. I mean, there they are feeling bad enough, with millions watching. They may as well be naked, it’s so embarrassing.

I do look forward to TBL every week, but last night, it made me feel pretty awful in spirit. The best week so far and technique which made every competitive was the one on one’s. It also seemed to keep them focused and busy, rather than smirking and gossiping and causing rif raf.

~A BL fan

Someone needs to stand up to Conda and set her straight – she’s a bully!! She acts like a child and brings down the whole good vibe of the show. I hate watching her and the way she acts, and then expects everyone to treat her like a princess. She was horrible to Adrian and it made me so mad that nobody else would stand up to her. She hated him right from the start, talking like he was being so arrogant – he freaking EARNED a spot back on the ranch!! Wouldn’t you be freaking out too?! And then to start making things up about what he said with working out 14 hours a day – let’s grow up a little and graduate from middle school attitudes! No grown adult should act the way she does.

I really want to see the positive and encouraging light come back to the show – that’s what inspires me! I haven’t been nearly as inspired lately with what they’re focusing the show on. The idea is to inspire America, but I can’t say it’s as great as previous seasons. Hopefully they will turn some things around in the coming weeks.

I have hit a wall with my getting healthy. Was hoping this season would helpp give meanoher push. Nope! I don’t even look forward to the show any more. I dvr it than fast forward all the nasty crap. My 6 year old who loves the show asked me why I everyone being mean? I think Conda needs to go! If the BL lets this keep going on there miht not be another season. That would very sad. This show has helped so many people. I would hate for thatto end because this group of people are nasty. It’s like over half of them don’t care for any one. So sad! Also! The trainers should be there and help each other. We know no one can replace your girl Jillian. The power struggle between you 2 needs to stop. Always eye rolling and nasty looks. I understand you want your team to win. But the bigger pitcure is getting the all to become healthy people. I see you Bob always looking so angry. Not a good look for you. Your hurting yourself by letting this all efect you. Hope next week is better. Don’t know how much more I can watch. I would love to be geting to work out ith you all on th BL campus. To see people act like this isn’t a gift og life for them makes be very anrgy. Fingers crossed for next week.

Bob,
I am sorely disappointed with what is going on this season of BL. I am 130lbs overweight and would give anything to be lucky enough to be on this show. All This drama, is making not even want to watch it next week. I feel as if the whole basis of the show, the inspiration, the motivation, is gone. What is left is what I feel is what execs at NBC want to drum up ratings. I think this is the worst cast of BL that have EVER been on the show. What ever method they are using to cast the “parts” for these contestants, they need to go back and do the EXACT opposite next time. If this continues, I seriously doubt I will ever watch BL again, which is sad because I have watched it every season from the 1st season it ever aired. I love you Bob. You are such an inspiration to me. Wish I was lucky enough to be there, being trained by you.

I echo the sentiments of everyone here. I think it’s pretty unanimous how we all feel about all the negativity this season. Biggest Loser is going to lose its audience if something doesn’t change… and soon. Thanks for asking, Bob.

I love “The Biggest Loser,” but this season is awful. I can hardly watch it. The snide remarks, poor sportsmanship and overall bad attitudes are frustrating. The way the Aqua team was treated is terrible. Why Conda is still on the show is beyond me. I miss the old, inspirational “Biggest Loser.”

Sad to say but this group of contestants are ruining the show. As others have said I used to be inspired but this season there is none. I am not excited about the show this time as I have been in the past. I hope it gets better or I will not continue watching.

The other contestants need to back off the aqua team. It is unfortunate what happened to the aqua team in the beginning but they earned their right to come back according to the stipulations given to them. They are being critisized for a situation that was created by The Biggest Loser not them! The other contestants need to step back and put themselves into the same situation. I do not see the aqua team coming in trying to make waves. I feel the aqua team is just trying to get their point across that they want to be there too and have put in the hard work too. It is unfair for the other contestants to compare the workouts they have been going through with Dulvet and Bob to what the aqua team did at home. Keep in mind, the aqua team did everything on their own. They were given no knowledge about the right foods to eat or an exercise regimen to follow. They were just told to go home and in 30 days, if they have lost a combined total of 50 pounds, they will be able to return to the ranch. I think it is awesome they accomplished what they did on their own. Hopefully, the aqua team will get to benefit more from Bob and Dulvet before having to go home again.

This season is a disappointment. This show has such potential to inspire and teach healthy lifestyle to millions but it is becoming another “reality” show with drama being the “juice”. I appreciate the workouts but we need to see more of what goes on in the kitchen also. Loosing weight is about increasing activity and changing your diet “for life”. Discuss menus,ect. as a team and meal planning for life.

I like finding out what the contestants do when they are doing their homework. I’d like to see more about this Crossfit you mentioned.

Like everyone else, I’m hating Conda and her nasty attitude. I hope things will get better this season. I don’t think I like anyone enough to root for them. I miss Vinny. I’d love to find out how he and other past contestants are doing.

Bob, I have watched for several seasons now and usually there is at least one contestant that I get aggitated at. Normally it is because of their attitude in losing the weight. This season is horrible. The red team is telling Conda that she is becoming a distraction to the red teams energy but yet none of the votes were for her. Really. And when has it been discussed with her about her issues and why she is the weight she is. What is below the surface. Dovet needs to do more talking to them as well as showing them how to lose the weight. You and Julian used to be competitive too but it seems like you and Dovet are even above that. Someone needs to tell the red team that it is not who can be the biggest backstabber or bitch but it is about supporting your team members whether you like them or not in their weight loss. You cant work as a team and win challenges when you are battleing each other.

All I know is that no matter what, Biggest Loser, is a game show. I don’t take
games shows seriously. I am glad people are learning about getting healthier but they are paying a heavy price to play this game.

All I have to say is Conda and Kimmey have got to go..they are bringing the whole house down and seem to have forgotten that they are there for a reason. I love that they are giving Adrian such a hard time but he lost more weight than they have and he had normal, everyday life to deal with so what’s their excuse?

I watch every season, this season reminds me of the way my two youngest (currently ages 13 and 11) used to bicker and pick at each other before we split them up into their own rooms and started pushing sword fighting drills when they get really bad about it (foam swords inside… real hardwood practice swords outside). Seeing the cattiness and negativity makes it difficult to watch sometimes, I think the most common thing I say (I’m one that yells at the television periodically… it’s really bad when I watch hockey!) is “OH GROW UP!” They’re all supposed to be adults and the energy they’re using keeping the petty crap going could be channeled into the gym.

I think that a good way to get them to deal with it may be to go and, taking a page out of my kids book, make the ones with the issues with each other workout partners. They’ll either learn to build a bridge and get over it or they’re going to end up doing a number on each other during the workouts… either way it’s a win win!

Love the workouts and FRAN? Yikes! I’m scared, but scared in a good way.

I have to say though I was really sad to see tension between you and Dolvett. You’re Bob Harper and you’ve been with the show since the beginning! You’d definitely be my first choice if I had to choose between you two. I just feel bad seeing that happen at all. You’re the alpha-trainer in this situation. Dolvett is trying to prove he’s got the appeal and staying power that you have. Be nice Bob!

As for the contestants, being competitive and playing the game is fine, but this group just has a immature and catty feel about them. I’m not sure if it’s because that’s how they’re choosing to edit the show, but Conda is a nightmare. Her attitude is crappy. She’s always stirring up conflict with someone: Dolvett; Cassandra; and now, an obvious person to go after because he’s new, Adrian. Kim is no better as she’s Conda’s wingman so to speak. Kim should know better. At least with Conda you can blame it on her being immature. With Kim, well, she’s coming off as just a horrible person. They both are just unbearable and completely unlikeable in this last episode. I was really hoping the team would vote Conda off just to get rid of how toxic she makes everything. Now I just hope the game goes to individuals fast because the team set up with these people is just torture to watch.

The black team seems to be more together. I agree with Chism and Jeremy that Chris’ effort was a little weak and seemed to be solely motivated by the fact that they voted for her to go the week before. If she’s consistent in trying to establish a relationship with them maybe I’ll change my mind. However, she’s got to take responsibility for making it clear to everyone that she wanted to leave and locking herself in the bathroom. I’ve not been in the Biggest Loser house but I have been in situations with people I didn’t know and didn’t like for a period of time (new job training in a new city for a month). I’ve also lived abroad and worked in situations with people I didn’t know or like that much. You lay low, keep quiet and do your best. Her husband is there. She could have confided in him and not made this a huge production. She did and there is always blow back when people melt down like that. Plus, her team had already suffered through someone else just quitting. I’m not seeing why she’s surprised. Now she’s got to work harder to prove herself, but that’s entirely her fault. I’m rooting for her, but I’m not surprised.

I loved seeing FRAN on the show. I have been doing Crossfit type workouts since I was over 400 pounds because I had a trainer believe in me and see that I was strong. My asthma was the thing that was most improved. I could finally work out with out needing as much medication. I am not working at a Crossfit gym in Ridgecrest, CA. I am over 350 pounds but I can do most of the WOD’s and because the trainers I work with believe in the benefits of the work outs we scale them as needed for my size. I love doing them and I love the acceptance I have received from those I work out with. I just wish the negativity was not there this season. I need inspiration to keep going because it is taking me such a long time to lose my weight and I used to get a boost from the show, last night is just frustrated me. I would to be on the ranch and I would cherish it and support others. I do not like the entitlement attitude!!

Like so many, I have loved and been so motivated and inspired by The Biggest Loser. I don’t know if you can ever imagine the impact this show has had on so many people to believe that, no matter how much they have to lose, it is possible to achieve their goals. The trainers are the best, Alison is a great host, and many of the past contestants have been people we could in some way relate to or connect with at some level and cheer on from our living rooms (or gyms). This season is very different and I cannot completely say it is just one aspect of the show. The contestants don’t appear to have the same enthusiasm and perseverance as past seasons, they are not as personable and don’t seem to be bonding with one another, maybe it is because you decided to split up the teams…I don’t know. They do not have the same respect for the trainers, at least that is the perception the viewing audience has. The focus of the producers appears to be more on the drama, like other reality shows, and less on the unique platform this show has and that is changing and in some instances, saving peoples lives. I hope that the producers and casting directors are reading the fan posts and taking the constructive comments to heart because this is a powerful program.

I absolutely agree with the majority of the people in regards to Conda. Since the first weigh in she has shown that she still hides behind drama and snide remarks. She has gotten Kim to stand by her side and that is saddening, because no one should be taking “sides”. Everyone is there to learn about being healthy, doing the hard work and maintaining that. Adrian came in with that in mind and I believe that coming in with everyone with their walls up – I do not blame him for reacting the way he did.
Kim, being 38, should divert her anger towards her workouts and leave the pettiness of he said she said alone – she’s not getting any younger. She’s showing the pictures of herself when she was fit from ten years ago – THAT is what she should be focusing on. If they all wanted to gain their health and lives back, there should not be this much hype over this soap opera BS. Help each other, motivate each other. . . them letting this drama fester is showing us that they’re bored or just looking for MORE EXCUSES. Conda had mentioned that she’s doing this for herself and her daughter. All this pettiness is what she’s showing her daughter. It’s ridiculous – grow up! Bob and Dolvett are there to teach and guide in the gym and nutrition etc. NOT HOW TO ACT LIKE ADULTS…

I’m opting out this season I can’t stand to watch anymore of it you’ve lost my rating this season. Most horrible season ever. Lose weight get healthy do it for all the right reasons worry about yourself. I’d die to be in their position. I just can’t do it by myself.

I have to say that I always enjoy watching the Biggest Loser, even with a little drama. I don’t think Conda’s drama is any worse than other people in past seasons. She’s young, and she will make mistakes, and Adrian shouldn’t have come in so loud and obtrusively. Everyone’s emotions would be so high right now, missing their families, going through withdrawl of chocolate, and ice cream, and especially not having the hugs, and kisses of your spouse along with sex, which we all know is a huge stress reliever. I know if I was on the show everyone would be telling me to get off the show because I’d be crying all the time, missing my son, dealing with everyone else’s personalities, as well as the massive stress of having to workout like crazy every day, and concentrating on showing that big number at the end of the week. It would be very difficult all the way around, especially this season where you’d be torn wanting your team to win, but also wanting your family member to win on the other team. Kudos to everyone who actually does this show, because it would be so hard.

Hi Bob,

I just want to thank you for bringing Crossfit to the Biggest Loser. I’ve been a Crossfiter for one year this month and it has empowered me like nothing else has ever in my life. Even seeing the exhaustion in the contestants faces after they call time and drop to the floor makes me giddy with excitement for them. I see that feeling in their eyes that I had the first time I deadlifted 150lbs…and I’m 5’5 240lbs (then, 209 now and going down every day now that I figured out how to incorporate diet into my routine!)

If you’re nervous about joining Crossfit, or even just doing the workouts at home on your own, don’t be. It’s not only an amazing workout, but it can give you so much inner strength…and let’s face it, we all need a little of that while going through the weight loss crap.

Cheers, and let’s see a TABATA next!!

this is a bad reality show now Bob, the tension between you and Dolvett is dissapointing, the tension and lack of encouragement from the contestants is pathetic. I do not know if I will watch it again. you anf Jillian never got competitive with each other, why are you and Dolvett. I dont believe most of the contestants deserve to be there…they are selfish, complaining people that only look out for them selves, look at the last seasons, there was game playing but people at least ehat we saw on TV supported and encouraged each otherr….these people are sick…this is not big brother..this is the biggest loser…but the lose this season is the network, the show and I hate to say it you…you have lost a little credibility here bob…get the network to edit then next shows before airing…you come off negative and i know you really want to help people, but as a motivator and trainer with so much experience you should not get caught up in it…why were you so mad at the new girl for only loosing a pound when you did not get upset at the others for 2 lbs…not fair treatment Bob, I want to see the old Bob or I can not watch anymore…good luck Bob…whats does jilllian say…ask her for help…we all need to ask now and then…

I have to say that I did NOT enjoy this week’s episode because BL decided to focus on the drama and negativity. I don’t want this show to go in that direction because I enjoy being motivated by the contestants and I enjoy cheering them on. I felt like I was watching a different reality show and I became so stressed out and angry. It was almost silly. I hope BL changes it’s direction or I wont be able to watch any longer.
As far as crossfit. I was so excited to know what you were doing! I am not doing crossfit myself but I do have a friend who does it and I know how intense it is. I would LOVE to do it, but I am not at all physically fit in any way and I know how difficult it is. I think after seeing last night contestants do it, it has made me change my mind. If I had the means, I would totally go for it!
Love you BOB! You are so inspiring!

Hey Bob!! Thanks for your post on Facebook. At least we know SOMEONE is listening to us! I completely agree with what has already been mentioned. Of all the footage that must be taken, why are the producers honing in on the negative? Where is the inspiration, motivation, and helpful tips we all desire to see? I really liked the FRAN workout, but it was kind of swept under the rug due to all of the drama being shown. I wish there was more emphasis on that as I would love to incorporate that at home if possible. But since there has been emphasis elsewhere, I couldn’t tell you what FRAN exactly is. I would absolutely LOVE to express my views on the Biggest Loser website but can’t find where to go. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I believe the producers of the show need to know how we all feel if they want the show to continue.

What a lot of people are forgetting is that yes, this is a TV show and they want to be entertained not angered by it, but ultimately this is life and death for the contestants. Not everyone is good under pressure. OK, so we have seen lots of contestants over the years deal a lot better with it, but unless we’ve been there and truly understand what we’re talking about, who are any of us to decide how people should best deal with their issues? I don’t like watching bullies or drama queens anymore than anyone else, but I do know what a weight problem does to you as I have one myself…thanks to Bob’s and Jillian’s DVDs, it is going slowly (Nice plug for you there, Mr Harper!). So let’s all just be thankful that we’re not in the contestants places, try to be a little more understanding and less judgmental and wish all these people the best of luck with their journey x

Dear Bob…& readers ,

First of all, let me say that I completely understand where you are coming from with the reference about being on vacation and getting annoyed with everyone after a week. I can’t even imagine what it must be like for both the trainers and the contestants to go through such an amazingly draining and emotional process all while being confined with strangers. On top of that the contestants are deprived of communication with their family, and outside world, AND being forced to quit their addiction (junk food) cold turkey all at the same time. That alone I’m sure would make anybody irritable. Aside from those circumstances, I also have to say that I am an actor & dancer…have worked in the entertainment business for years and I am well aware of how editing works! It has to be frustrating for the trainers especially because even though they are there to change the lives of the contestants and inspire people and in many cases, save lives…it’s almost a guarantee that anytime they do get frustrated and lose their cool (which naturally will happen), you know right away that there is a 99.9% guarantee that it will DEF be aired. America loves drama…if they didn’t then shows like Real Housewives, Jersey Shore, the Bachelor and everything else would have never lasted this long. The TV executives aren’t dumb and unfortunately what viewers have proven to the television industry is that drama boosts ratings.

My opinion on the overall drama from the season (based on what has been televised so far) is that I believe it really is all coming from Conda. I’m not seeing many other problems to be honest. Conda seems to be a young catty b*tch who cares more about gossiping than bettering her own life or allowing the other contestants to have the peace to better theirs. I’m SOOOOOO glad that she is not on Bob’s team!!! You know what they say, misery loves company and I think her negative energy is toxic for the entire house!

Lastly I do want to say to Bob – you should never be apologetic for the moments where you are hard on your team! Anybody that understands and knows the responsibility you have on your hands knows that when you have a rough moment on the show, it is totally and completely driven by passion. Like I mentioned earlier, I’ve taught ballroom/latin dance along with many other styles for years to both adults and children…when you have people come to you claiming that they want your help and you know that they are capable of giving you so much more then what you get from them at times…it can get you to your breaking point, because everything that you are doing IS FOR THEM!!!! I completely understand when passion turns to frustration because you believe in someone else and are willing to work for them more than they believe in and are willing to work for themselves. Bob, you are THE reason that I watch the show every week! I love your passion, sense of humor, and you are an inspiration to many many people! Keep it up!!! xoxo – Nicole

I realize that they need to make good Television. But historically the good television from The Biggest Loser has come from the successes these people meet. This season has THE most unlikeable cast of all seasons I have seen. “conda” short for Anaconda in our house and Kim have been like watching an episode of mean girls. The way they have shown Bob and Dolvett to be such giant competitors has been awful. I watch the show because it makes me feel good, makes me want what they get……this season only makes me want to turn it off. Bob Harper is the only reason I tune in. PLEASE, please don’t mess with a recipe that works.

Bob,
Well said! I understand how this could be I am addicted to food and I love watching tv while eating food. I can understand how people can get under your skin and how every little thing could aggrivate the hell out of you. But these people have been given a chance of a lifetime. I can’t imagine being that ungrateful, I would cherish and try to enjoy every minute. I would love to be a contestant on your show. I don’t think I am overweight enough though, but if I was I would not act like or quit the show like some of these people are. Have some gratitude!!!

I am so glad that you are introducing CrossFit to not only the contestants but the viewers as well. I have been doing CrossFit for two years and it has done wonders for my fitness and confidence. As for the the show this season, I agree with everyone’s comments – it’s horrible to see everyone being so nasty and mean when they should be supporting and encouraging one another. That’s what I love about my CrossFit community – it is like being part of a big, encouraging, supportive, fun family that promotes healthy competition. I love both you and Dolvett!

Bob, I’m glad to know that you are actually hearing the voice of the people who are big fans of Biggest Loser. Like the other comments here, I, too, do not rush home to watch BL anymore. This season is full of nothing but back biting bitchy whiny complaining people. They all need a good ass kicking. I don’t agree with the bubble theory. This is the 12th season and never in my viewing days, have I seen a season where it is this bad. No motivation, no inspiration, nothing. I say that NBC had better step it up a notch or there won’t be any viewers. I don’t want to watch this kind of BS! I love you and Dolvett but I think the poison that is running around in that gym is affecting you both!

As I sat watching this week I seriously contemplated giving up on one of the shows that USED to give me motivation. This season has turned ugly and I don’t like it at all. I understand how being put in a house with no phone, tv, so on and so forth and no drug of choice would get people going…but hasn’t it been the same every season? Why is it such a problem this season? The competition between you and Dolvett was driving me nuts…but that has seemed to taper down a bit. It is really Conda and her lack of maturity and her pot stirring. Really upsetting that her and Kim were so angry about the aqua team returning. Really?! They deserve to be there…they worked HARDER than Conda and Kim did to get their spots. Suck it up. It’s not the only season that people got second chances. I am not going to say that Conda needs to get voted off…but something needs to happen. She is toxic. She needs to have a breakthrough. Maybe that breakthrough will come when she sits down at home and watches herself on TV and is mortified by her actions. Then again, maybe not. I do, however, wish the best for her and hope that perhaps you or Dolvett can get to her. Good luck with that!

I am not liking the way the other players are treating the aqua team. Tells the guys to shut up over and over was ridiciulous. He has the right to his feelings and to express himself the same as everyone else that is there. The women are being hateful this season, not supportive. I REALLY can’t stand Conda’s attitude.

First, I’m finding the good in the season; there are always people who I like….Mark and Roy I like a lot; Chism is great (what were his parents thinking with that name!?); Kim S. is real low key {I had my first “who’s she?” moment last night (and I watch every minute of the show with my full attention), and I’m feeling Adrian and Daphne (Adrian just needs to pull back). Christine is growing on me, but there’s so much negativity with so many of the contestants I haven’t mentioned. Why so many downers? NBC couldn’t weed them out? I count five blood suckers. And to top it off, there’s this stupid “competition” between bob and Dolvet. Why does there always have to be a twist? Let’s say it again, Why does there always have to be a twist? I’m considering this dumb competition between Bob and Dolvet a twist. Did our professors compete so head to head in college, with our success being their personal vengence against one another?

I have no idea if this already happens behind the scenes, but it might be nice to have a therapist have weekly sessions with everyone, one-on-one. People don’t get obese for no reason. Not to be cliche, because I can’t stand Conda sometimes too, but the saying “hurt people hurt people” is so completely true. I’ve been hurt, and I’ve done the hurting, and it sucks. I honestly think she’s acting the way she is because she’s just so afraid of being hurt or rejected or mocked that she has to be the one to lash out first. I know, I’ve been there.

Hi Bob- I do not like this season at all, until recently The Biggest Loser was the the most positive and inspiring show on TV, this season there is so much anamosity and down right ugliness. Let’s start by being honest, I think it started with you and Dovet. I love you and am a big fan, but this season I am not loving. The attacks on the Aqua team were completely uncalled for and hard to watch. I do not like the tone of the show this season and there are two instigators in the house that need to be called out- I watch the show to be inspired for my own battles and right now it is just stressing me out. I hope there are changes soon.

Bob – I really do like watching the show – you are one of the main reasons, however this season is not enjoyable at all. All of the whining and complaining about others has to stop. I know the show is edited for televison so I blame the producers of the show for letting the focus be on such negativity. I’m sure this is not a new situation from your experiences in the past but for some reason the powers that be behind the scenes think this is a good idea? I think they need to get a clue – this is not the Bachelor or any of those other horrible reality shows. This show should serve as a positive message not negative, thats why I watch…..

I have to say I do not want to watch Biggest Looser anymore. The focus is on the negativity and drama going on in the house. I have always liked watching Biggest Looser for the Physical training and amazing weight loss of the contestants. I saw an old episode of Biggest Looser and I was amazed at how much this has changed. I would like the Biggest Looser to go back to it’s old format. I am not interested in watching drama. If I was then I would be watching Big Brother.

Please lets focus of getting healthy and stop the drama.

I have to agree with much of what’s already been posted. I’m not sure of what the demographic numbers are, but if the producers thought they would bring in more viewers by showing more of the drama, I really believe they’re wrong. I’ve tried every year to get more and more people who want to lose weight, and even some who don’t want to, to watch the show and most people are turned off by it for many reasons. They say it’s a bad reality TV show, they say they don’t like watching overly obese people take off their shirts, they say that all of it’s staged, etc. Throwing in a bunch of drama will only add to their list of why they don’t want to watch the show and make current viewers not want to watch the show at all.

I will continue to watch the show because I take what I learn from the show and apply it to my daily life. No, not everything because I don’t have that much determination, but it gives me the knowledge I need. However, I will say, the show seems to have become so petty that I almost fast forward to anything that is a challenge, task, event or work out because anything in the house just seems to be non-stop drama of some sort. For instance, Chris is trying to come out of her shell. And no, she may not have done it as good as she maybe could have, but the comments that they showed from Jeremy and Chism show their immaturity or lack of understanding of her situation.

Then you have other things on the show which shows the contestants playing a game, and to my knowledge, anyone who watches the show doesn’t really care about the game. We all choose the people we think can win, but in the end, us loyal viewers want to see people lose weight and become better people. The Red Team (I know, not your domain) sending Nancy home today when they always sit her out of the challenges and she lost more weight than a few other people on the Red Team is ridiculous. I’m glad Adrian called them out on it and I hope he continues to…….BUT I DON’T WANT TO SEE IT ON TV.

Please inform the producers Bob that if they are worried about trying to get more viewers (maybe the view count has gone down), then they need to throw more inspiration and motivation into it. Throw out a contest each week for people at home. If they watch the show and then they do some activity (maybe video tape it or something) and submit it to the producers, maybe they get a year free of the Biggest Loser Plan, or maybe they get you to come out and train with them for a weekend (sorry, don’t mean to make your life any busier, but you could teach more CrossFit, lol). Something that makes people want to better themselves. This country is crazily overweight and people need to want to change, drama won’t fix that.

Sorry for the long post, thank you Bob (and Dolvett to) for all that you guys have done in changing people’s lives. I hope one day I have the pleasure of meeting you, maybe training with you for a day (cause that’s all I could probably take) and thanking you in person. Hope your new year is going great.

HATE CONDA or whatever her name is …she is one disrespectful person and her attitude and scene of entitlement sucks … i can not wait for the day that biggest LOSER big mouth is licked off! i will take her on any day … WOW … that girl has issues she needs to deal with. she petty, jealous and so not there for the right reasons from the way she speaks to her trainer, talks behind her bothers back and is quick to turn on anyone if she does not get her own way. Big Loser House better watch your backs with this one!

I love watching this show and learning new things every season. I also like that you’ve added the crossfit into the workouts. It gives me a modified way of doing them on my own at home. Everyone can understand how the contestants are feeling after making such huge changes in their lives but to be nasty to the aqua team just because they haven’t been there the last four weeks is not the right thing to do. They had to lose 50 pounds to get back on the ranch and they did this without the everyday help of a trainer and being shown what to eat and learning portion control on their own. The others had each other and trainers the last four weeks. Who cares if the guy didn’t really work out 14 hours a day he was trying to fit in and Conda needs to go because she was the one asking him what he had been doing and she didn’t like the answer. He did appear to be able to hold his own a little better than her after four weeks of her being on the ranch. OK< so they only lost 2/1 pounds week one….a change in diet can do that and I know you as trainers know that and having the stress from the other contestants making you feel unwelcomed can also make you gain instead of losing so at least they lost something. If Conda and Kim don't change then I won't finish out this season.

I’ll confess that I don’t have time to watch the full episodes, but I do watch the weigh-ins. What is going on? The smug attitudes, the minimal weight losses, the overall pettiness–I know it makes “good TV”, but really?

What is really disappointing is the teams are getting steamrolled by the “players” and are sending the inspirational members home. Which is a sad statement. They are playing for the rewards, not the reason.

This is the beginning of a weight-loss journey, and the journey doesn’t stop when you reach your goal weight. There will always be challenges, roadblocks, dead ends, plateaus and temptations. But unless you have the right mindset starting this journey, then you are setting yourself up for failure. And I think this mindset might be what’s missing in some players, resulting in negativity, nastiness, and smug attitude. Those players aren’t ready to lose weight. PERIOD. They want the winning money and they will revert back to their old habits once this show is over.

I love you, Bob. And I think you are a wonderful trainer, but when you have one or two bad influences in the group it effects everyone, including you. Yes, I did catch your ‘snort’ during weigh-in, but missed the reason for it. Use the comments from everyone to show the producers that we want inspiration not drama.

I missed all the new exercise stuff, but I did enjoy the ‘grocery cart’ push. If I’m ever in a gym, I’ll have to try it out.

Oh, BTW, I’ve lost 40 lbs simply through diet and walking. It can be done.

Bob,
I am so disappointed in the the contestants on the red team. Especially Conda and Kim. They are like the “mean girls” that you have in just about any high school. The talking behind people’s backs and snickering and poking fun is very difficult to watch and they are nothing more than common bullies. I can’t wait to see them get voted off the show.I really didn’t see where the aqua team was as bad they were being made out to be by Conda. She needs to get a grip on herself and realize that she is making very few friends inside and outside the ranch.

CONDA HAS TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! She is ruining the show and she is so full of hatred and I don’t think she even cares if she is there. She is taking advantage of this wonderful oppturnity. I can’t stand the hatred of the aqua team. They worked so hard and I can see them not losing as much weight because of the difference of diets. Having a low carb diet is completly different then a low calorie.You lose a lot more weight doing low carb. I just hope the red team gets there act together and grow up.

I love the BL. I started after I had my 4th child 2yrs ago. I was just under 200lbs. I have ran and worked out at home with Bob’s dvds and know I’m just under 140. Your show has moved me sooo many times. Tuesday’s show was hard to watch. They are all losing focus on why they are there. I would love love to have a gym like that to work out in and have bob training me. They are very lucky people.
“Some people believe holding on and hanging in there are signs
of great strength. However, there are times when it takes much
more strength to know when to let go and then do it.”

– Ann Landers

Bob, I’m also really disappointed in this season. It used to be I could let my kids watch parts of these shows. But man, it’s just been awful. I really hope these divisive people either get voted off or have a change of heart. You look at people like Michael and Olivia, even Tara, they were all so grateful for the opportunity and the help they were receiving. These people act like they are being punished, especially Conda and Kim. I don’t like it at all, and if the next episode is as bad as last night, I think I’ll have to stop watching. I used to watch this to get inspired to fix things in my life, and instead this season I’m just getting angry.

I cannot stand Conda and Kim. They need to grow up, get over themselves, and start treating people like they deserve to be treated. What they are doing to Adrian is a joke. Who do they think they are? He went home, lost 34 pounds (on his own, with NO trainers!)… and then they treat him like crap when he comes back into the house? I was so angry when I watched this episode, and I’m so glad that other people agree with me! I hope one day that Conda and Kim apologize to him.

Lets just say I am a dedicated viewer – and since day one, Tuesday nights were MY TV night. Its the one night as mom, I got to watch Biggest Loser – everyone new it. This new season is different. I do not like it …it reminds me a the season a while back when it was Heda and Melissa and all the nastiness. Now, if I don’t get to watch-oh well. Maybe I’ll catch up and watch it later. Its disappointing to see the low numbers each week knowing they are working out 5 or more hours daily. It different from past seasons? No bodybugg? Hmmm – maybe lack of calorie tracking? Don’t know – but its less than climatic to watch two hours to see someone lost 2 pounds – woopee – see that weekly at my own gym. It disappointing to see young immature people being highlighted by the producers instead of motivating people like the Tara Costas and Ali’s of the past. All they do is show whining contestants with subpar weightloss compared to years/seasons past. I can say for myself and fellow friends – we could care less about this season – and if it continues will stop watching.

I totally understand what you are saying, however it was never like this in previous seasons…or perhaps it was and the editing didn’t focus on it. I’m sure it isn’t like what we see 24/7….I think that the producers are making it worse than it is (they need to stop trying to make this The Bachelor or Big Brother and stay with the same tone they have in the past). I don’t mind the competitiveness…I live for competitiveness! It’s the cattiness that is bothersome. They are turning on their own teammates and are not showing much sportsmanship among their competitors! A true athlete shows good sportsmanship…some of these people are not true athletes!

I, personally, am not turned off by the competitiveness. There is nothing wrong with a little healthy competition. Where BL is going wrong this season is that they are focusing on the conflict, the sore losers, the ungracious (is that a word?) winners. That is for the other reality shows, we expect BL to be different. We tuned in Tuesday to see if the aqua team made it back on the ranch, not to see Conda through another hissy fit. Focusing the show on her and her conflicts is not entertaining and is a big mistake in my opinion.

I,too, am tired of the drama on the show. I’m thinking the producers are thinking it will boost ratings. Hopefully they read these comments and see so many fans of the show are growing tired of it. I used to never miss a BL show…I would actually make plans around it. Now? No big deal if I do. I would rather do something else than watch all of the BS and childish antics on the show. If they show a minute or two of it each show, fine. That is life. But the majority of the show is nothing but yelling, complaining, whining and throwing fits. I understand people’s frustrations may be high and living with strangers may not be the most ideal situation. But it gets very old watching it. I’ve not lived there or gone experienced “The Ranch”, of course. But it’s what I, as a viewer, firmly believe. But, Bob…you ROCK. You are not allowed to ever, EVER quit the show. I love watching you and your reactions. I’m always saying, “Let ‘em have it, Bob.” You have provided so much inspiration to me in my own personal life. For that, I am forever thankful to you.

Bob – Love you! Who doesn’t…You are the reason this TV is tuned into BL EVERY Tuesday. I have lost quite a bit of weight and have tried to keep it off for the past 7 years so when this show started i found myself inspired to keep myself in check and inspired to exercise more. However, that said…until THIS SEASON i was excited about the show and now i could care less. I do not consider this type of drama to be entertaining or inspiring. I like to get tips from you and Dolvett but as far as the character of these folks…no thanks. They havent shown much weight loss either. I chalk that up to stress! I would LOVE to have the opportunity they have. They need to be reminded of that. Still Love me some Bob tho…

Okay, first of all im a huge fan of the show! Although, I wish I could get the motivation to become more active and lose weight myself. Now about this season, there are SOOO MANY of em that are so IMMATURE!!! Secondly, everyone kept saying that the aqua team weight loss last week wasnt good enough. Did they see their numbers? They need to get over themselves and FAST

AGREED!! I am not enjoying this season nearly as much as I normally enjoy the show. I watch Biggest Loser to GET INSPIRED.. Nothing about this season’s show is inspiring. Conda and Kim are almost unbearable to watch. They have such nasty attitudes. When the show started, I was really rooting for Chism but he even started showing some nastiness this past episode. Really the only contestant I’m really rooting for right now is Mark. He’s there for the right reasons and has the right attitude. I hope the producers are hearing all the complaints about this season and next season I hope they choose to shoot a more positive show. I realize it’s mostly their fault … Conda MIGHT actually be a decent person, but the producers are doing a great job of showing only her negative side.

Hi Bob,I have to say Tuesdays show made me angry! I have loved Biggestloser forever! This season not so much. Those 2 dare I say women are so immature and just mean. Adrian, Is kind and didn’t deserve the way they treated him. Of coarse he is excited, he got a second chance. Shame on them.Last seasons contestents grewon me,These people not so sure I can keep watching……

I have watched the BL since it’s first seanson, And first of all… Bob I hope you agree with my on this, but Jillian needs to come back to the show!!! Dulvet..yea he’s a trainer and looks good….. BUT….I hate his training method!! All he does is SCREAM at the people! Is that a realy good way to motivate ? You and Jillian look more deeply at the contestants and work with them and encourage them and u touch them and that is what motivates them. If they dont want to change..there is nothing u can do. It is up to them if they want to lose weight, and when they secide u arealways right there with them and thats why I love u !
Yes I see this season there is alot of fighting of (drama_) but there is drama in every season. Does any one remember Tara? Now that season what competitive!!!
People that are leaveing this season on their own, yes its not good, But its thier choice and if they dont want to change for the better, well thats thir chouice, yes its not good, but they have to be willing to manke that change. We can all talkl our ears off to them but its no good if they dont want to listen.

So thats what I have to say and bob I hope u agree

Pam

Love that you posted this info on the negative house vibe this season. I’m an avid show fan and am worried about how “dark” you and the house seem this season. Jillian is gone and I pray for her to growing family, But we can’t loose you too!

I heard Tara will be at World IDEA Fitness Convention in San Diego this July; I love the the fitness world is embracing the show and that Brent and Jerry and Stella attended last year’s convention. Biggest Loser has done so much for so many, but they need to keep it positive and inspirational so we Fit Pros can easily encourage our clients to tune in. But really, I’m worried about you Bob and love that you can us posted on your blog and FB that you’ve got your inner light in tact!

PS, Love your “Totally Ripped Core” DVD but miss Happy Bob from earlier workouts… Maya Angelou – “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

Bob- I LOVE BL.. BUT this season- as uttered many times above- it’s hard to watch. I’m all for the competition but not like this. I am getting to hate Conda and Kim… but there’s a few of the Black team I’m not fond of either. what’s with these contestents? No excuse.. esp for the BS in THIS house.

I agree with those who already posted about “less drama, more motivation!” I am currently following weight watchers and hit the gym about 4 times a week, and do my stepper and other exercises while I watch The Biggest Loser every week. I find the bickering very distracting (on both teams), and it seems the younger generation on the show is causing most of it! I’d like to hear more of the break-through stories, which make you feel, as a viewer, that you really know the contestants, and also help you to find your own break-throughs, as you relate to what you see on the show.

As far as the competitiveness between you and Dolvett is a bit over the top — I’d like to see it toned down a bit. I actually really miss Jillian! I think you and Jillian were a very good fit for the show.

I’m checking into Crossfit… always looking to shake up my routine!

you’ve lost me for this season. I’ll watch the finale and hope for better season number 14. Makes me mad that I finally have the courage to lose the weight i needed to lose and i thought season 13 was my lucky season. i just have to do it without BL inspiration.

Hi Bob, Love watching the Biggest Loser each week,,,but the drama and Conda go hand in hand,,,I see she had recruited another negative person Kim. Conda needs to grow up honestly! Kim should be the role model! I feel for the black team,,,they came into the house with drama already there,, the two bullies only directed to Adrian cause they need an excuse for their issues,,,they haven’t had to deal with their own stuff…hang in there Adrian,,,you are there for a purpose,,some have lost focus,,,looking forward to positive inspiritional words and nutitrion ideas! Good work Bob! Love it!

Well, no matter what we all think of the season, it’s all moot now as i’m sure taping is likely finished. I would love to see an upcoming episode where AnaConda ‘loses’ the game and takes Kim with her. I thought the way they treated Adrian and his sister was deplorable. So many people would love to be where they are and they don’t get that. Only in one other season did i despise one of the women (can’t remember her name now) but she was almost as bad. I’m finding this is the worst season I’ve watched, ever and seeing Conda’s big ugly mug get so much air time is bewildering? What’s up with that. Watching her slide thru every week is as sickening as watching Ms. Antony walk away from her trial – free. I’ve never been so upset by a BL season, until this one. Looking forward to be being over and on to the next, where i hope they STOP the INSANITY. Bob, think you are a wonderful trainer and would give my eye teeth to have someone like you kicking my butt. Cheers!!

We the audience have to realize that the producers of the show are only showing what they want you to see. Its got to get old to have your every move and comment taped. So I blame this seasons bickering on the producers. People… wake up. This is entertainment. If you dont like what you see, change the channel.

I too have loved the biggest loser, but this season has been AWFUL! The last several weeks I’ve watched it the next night on dvr just so we don’t have to watch all the irksome stuff. Please get back to your strengths and cut all the petty crap.

I’m wondering if a lot of the problem with this season comes down to the editing room. Yes, there seems to be a lot of drama going on, but I’m sure there is tons of other footage they could be using – achievements in the gym (like showing FRAN or Adrian doing the monkey bars when no one else could), friendships being made, etc – but the editors are choosing to make the drama and cattiness the central focus. All the apparently game play makes this season feel like The Bachelor, not inspirational.

Though I had to laugh at your outrage a couple episodes ago about Dolvett stealing your workouts because the clip they showed was the contestants doing planks – which I’m pretty sure you don’t have a trademark on

You say the contestants are in a bubble? Well in past season’s weren’t they in the exact same bubble as this year? Never in the history of the BL have they shown so much negativity as this year. It’s such a downer. And to portray that you and Dolvett aren’t working together as trainers and support one another is just sad. Are you deliberately trying to get him kicked off the show? It sure looks that way. Why not support him like you did Jillian? Of course Dolvett feels he has something to prove! He’s the new trainer, why can’t YOU support him. It makes you look so petty! Sorry Bob, I love you, and I loved you over Jillian, but if they don’t show you and Dolvett working together, you can kiss this show goodbye!

Bob, this season seems to be a little off balance. The thing that stands out to me is that it seems the producers have upped the competition between the trainers. I see more of the frustration with you than with Dolvett. Maybe that is because he is still relatively new. I didn’t like that you were criticizing him for using some of your training methods. It sounded very petty and should have been a compliment to you that he would value your methods. Maybe that is part of the “drama” that has been worked into the show this season, but it looked pretty bad. It really takes the focus off the contestants and puts too much on the trainers. I wish they had kept Anna from last season. The “whiner” was too much for me and Anna was right about her. Adrian should have come back in keeping a low profile till he could see what was going on but the girls are a bit much treating him like a little boy. I didn’t like his obvious slam on Mike during the voting and the boost he gave himself as the good guy because he didn’t vote for Nancy. That was pretty immature. This season is a bit hard to deal with but I do like the new team competitions.

Drama and conflict works well on Day time TV and some Prime time shows, but not this one. My wife and I have been watching the show for some time now. This season by FAR is the hardest to watch. I know that NBC is trying a new angle on this show and just really focusing on negativity. It’s biting them in the ass. More and more people are just gonna stop watching. I don’t know if you even really read the stuff people post on here and your FB page. They’re upset, and the folks at NBC NEED to take notice. I do understand that it is a contest and at the end someone wins money and has changed they’re life….this season looks like some people want to win more then better them selves. I love this show and everything that you, Dolvett, and past trainers have done. I know this season has already passed and you can’t right this ship, BUT PLEASE can you at least talk to someone about next season.

I won’t continue to watch if the producers insist on emphasizing the drama. I want to be inspired by hard work, teamwork, etc. I used to get weepy many times during each episode – now I get mad. Who needs that? I feel a lot of this is invented and blown out of proportion for dramatic effect. Hopefully it will have the opposite affect that the producers expect – people will turn off the TV.

Hi, I think you have heard all you need to about the terrible behavior on the show so I’m not going there. I would like to thank you for bringing Crossfit to my attention. It is something that isn’t available in my small area and I will be paying attention. I am not concerned about the perfect postures, everyone has to start somewhere, but I wish you and the show could take the time to teach and explain a little about what is going on with various workouts. I have gotten a lot of motivation and ideas from your previous Biggest Loser seasons and hope to in the future. Thanks for caring!

I think that the most inspiration in the past came from breakthroughs with a certain caliber of contestants. You’ve been very lucky in the past to attract some really great people that anyone would be proud to know and work with. Something happened this season in the casting process. It’s sad, really. If things don’t change I won’t be a viewer much longer.

You lot should see the Australian version this season. Your season 13 has nothing on those contestants. They voted someone out, when if none of them voted, both contestants would have stayed. Got to say, Conda is a pain, and she has no concept of what she is trying to achieve. But your attitude particularly Bob has been interesting to watch. You are in a different mindset this year and I just hope that all is ok in your life and that you get time for you. Be kind to yourself.

Bob:

I have to say that the nastiness and the competitiveness of the season is making me not want to watch at all. I think Conda is a self-rightious snob and because of her I have no desire to watch the show at all until she’s gone. I think the producers feel like the more drama, the more people will watch. Not so with this season. I miss the inspiration of past seasons, for example when Danny won. Hopefully it will turn around.

I used to love watching the BL, however this season I just fast forward through everything but the weigh in. Conda and Kim are downright mean and hateful. The refused to give Adrian a chance. He did better than they did in their workout and Conda diminishes him by saying it was an easier workout. She couldn’t get herself across those monkey bars. I like Dolvett and I like you as a trainer but this season it seems you have lost your zen and are trying to be like Jillian used to be. I loved Jillian as a trainer but it doesn’t suit you on the show, You were always the care taker and the yogi. The show has just lost focus and if Conda and Kim aren’t checked is going to lose viewers this season. I can’t wait for it to go to singles just so they can stop blaming everyone else.

Yea, I’m not feeling it. I love this show because real people come on and lose weight. They change their minds, their hearts and their bodies. They serve as an inspiration. I have never enjoyed the “game” aspect. I have always felt, and I’ve watched this show from the beginning, through my own weight fluctuations, that the show itself misses how great the simple concept can be: watching the successful transformations of others is cool. I think it’s awful how the aqua is being attacked…but I also get the editing factor. It’s purely selfish, but I want to see a show that lifts me up, not one the leaves me feeling down. It’s just that simple. I just don’t need that drama.

When the show was one hour long the other week it was actually fun and easy to watch. The two hour format gives the producers time to show all the nastiness. I understand what the contestants must be going through being cooped up together for so long, but I though the purpose of the show was to inspire us and entertain us. I personally now prefer to tape the show and fast forward through all the bull and get down to the good parts–the competitions and the weigh in!! I think the meaness shown toward the aqua team is just unnecessary and just a bit contrived to get us stirred up, well it worked, but it has made the show uneasy to watch. I may not finish watching it.

This season is all about “no excuses”. I do not pretend to understand how it is to be on the ranch or fight your way back on to the ranch, but all I am still hearing is excuses. You are obviously an excellent trainer and to keep an open mind and bring in new routines is great. Anyone who has watched the show knows there are those weeks that just miss the mark for a various of reasons. However, as much as I hate to say it this season is horrible. It is probably an understatement to say that these contestants (as well as, us struggling at home) have our issue with insecurity and have built defense mechanism to safe gaurd them. This is not something that will just go away in a week or being put in a situation where you are having to strip bare all your issue with strangers (but agian “no excuses”). I will not say anyone needs to go, they all need to be there, but I must admit there are a few I wouldn’t mind not dealing with. I am on the fence about even finishing the season. This show has done so much for so many, it is a shame to hear that so many feel turned off or discouraged after seeing it–for me it is even worse to feel absouletly nothing.

I have watched every single season and every single edpsode of BL. I have learned a lot from trainers as well as contestants. It has been my weight loss classroom as I am on my own journey to lose 120 pounds by doing the work. I am approximately 50 pounds down in five months time. That being said…. the BL used to be about people’s struggle, America’s struggle with obesity. We have to figure out a way to erradicate this epidemic. Many stories were told, many tears were shed, and many lives were changed. Yes there has always been game play and drama and there always will be. What moved me to keep on going on my journey is watching the underdogs rise up to be top dog. The people that were always picked last, always laughed at, humiliated by their peers now have a voice. I gained a lot by watching them succeed and watching the trainers work through that game play and drama to help transform lives, not play a game. Bob has always said it is not about the game but about fixing what is broken. I think a few aspects of the show have become broken and need to be fixed. The producers should scale down what drama is shown. People are being allowed to belittle others, who have been been belittled and berated and told they can not do it all their lives. The drama may get the ratings for a while but it becomes old. I do no like people who have struggled to have to struggle with acceptance here. Nobody should have the right to knock someone else down for bringing it to the table. Adrian has struggled in his life already….I have lost a child, I know. It is not helpful to those working on weight loss themselves. It is not good for children watching the show to see this drama it is not a good example, plus there are many obese children out there that need help. The producers have the upper hand here to bring about change in a positive way and lead by example. Please….fix what is broken and recover from this!!

Wherever Conda is, there is strife–what a crap stirrer.

I’ve always enjoyed watching the Biggest Loser because I got to see people breaking through their perceived limitations. We all have issues to deal with and can often see parts of ourselves in the contestants. But this season seems to have focused much more heavily on the negative aspects of the house instead of some of the contestants who seem generally more positive like Mark, Buddy, Emily, etc. I want to be able to cheer for successes and not root against any of them but the show has made it hard to like some of the contestants this season. Your show has a unique ability to inspire people to change their lives. Please don’t make it into a plus sized version of “Survivor”. Thanks

I love the Biggest Loser and have been a fan since the beginning. This has been by far the most mean spirited season yet. While I believe competition is good for us, makes us work harder, and I like the healthy, fun competition between you and Dolvett and your teams each week, I almost can’t watch anymore of the meanness from Conda and Kim. I know it’s a game but I don’t like how they seem to control the Red Team. I wish the guys would stand together and boot one of them off to break up that bad energy. They feed off each other and they’re ruining what’s good about the show. Keep up the good work! You’re an inspiration!

I know all about nerves on vacation and hungry people being peckish but last season was all positive. This year harks back to some of those really nasty years which were no fun to watch, all gamesmanship and getting rid of people, throwing the weigh-ins, etc. I just like it much better when everybody is pulling for everybody else and the only drama is at the elimination table.

Bob,
That is what Crossfit is all about!! Scaling down to nothing so that athletes of wildly different levels can still compete with each other. Gives non scaled athletes a time to measure themselves against and a drive to get to perscribed. I knew i liked Bob for a reason and that was compounded by see my FRAN yesterday. Keep it up you sir will bring the fitness change to millions they start googling FRAN and find CROSSFIT.
Love the show! always have, always will

First off, let me say that I love Bob, I miss Jillian, and I do like Dolvett. I DO NOT like the extreme competiveness between the two of you. Red team — please send Conda and Kim home ASAP. They are poisoning the red team and the show. I cannot believe how rude and mean they are. I feel terrible that the Aqua team is being treated so horribly. Don’t tell Adrian to “Shut up”. He is entitled to his own thoughts and opinions. Here’s a thought — why don’t one of you befriend him and help him. And those of you who are complaining because Aqua lost 1 and 2 lbs. Most of you didn’t do a whole lot better. Do you see that all the negativity hurt everyone on the scales? I’m watching this next week in hope that Conda goes home. It would be nice to see Dolvett pull the two (Conda & Kim) together and see him tear into them verbally. I wish the red team would tell them enough is enough already GROW UP.

I’m loving the CrossFit, too!!! Great way to introduce this fitness method to the masses. I also agree with some of the previous comments made about the show, and I HAVE shared those feelings on TBL site: this season’s shows leave me feeling more stressed out than motivated. The constant negative confrontations are poison. If you have any say at all, I hope you will use your influence to help producers and contestants get pointed in the right direction. I have no doubt that some of this conflict has happened in the past, but I think the directors are playing on it this season, and that’s a true shame. I have not cried once, and that used to be a weekly (multi) occurance!!

Not liking the show this year I been there since the very first show when Gary won!!! Even my co wroker is falling out of love with Bob and the show. It was great with Jillian was there even when Kim came in. I seen other people behave badly but this year its awful!!! I don’t watch Jersey Shore or Housewifes and I wont watch a good show that would help change people be shot down. Its a shame to see Nacy go and more a shame that you could of had people come on that really needed it and had a good heart. The brother and sister team earn the right to come back on the show and you have to trouble makers that need to go!! Just awful!!!! Biggest Losers is loseing weight losing alot of fans!!!!!

Bob,
Glad I read your blog. I never stopped to think about all that these contestants give up each day – things we on the outside take for granted. I guess I would be a little grump and nasty if I had to spend 24/7 with the same people while trying to workout, eat right and let the world watch while I do it. This is why I love you and Biggest Loser – you have the power to encourage and make sense of it all…..Love you, Bob and The Biggest Loser!

Let’s get back to the purpose of the show! I have been so disgusted this season. Dolvett doesn’t seen to have the right heart for his team. He’s all about beating Bob. When Jillian was on the show, there was friendly competition between her and Bob but this has been stepped up several notches and excuse me for saying this but this is to be about the contestants, not the trainers trying to win the weigh-ins! I like it when you can see the good workouts, when the trainers get upfront and personal with the contestants and you can see that break through moment that changes their entire outlook. I’ve dreamed about becoming a contestant on the show but I think I’m better off this way because what I’ve seen this season isn’t worth the skinny body I desire. And that’s really sad.

I love BL and have been watching for years. I watch not because I have to lose a ton of weight but because I am constantly inspired by the power of human spirit and determination once a contestent DECIDES to move to a healthier life/lifestyle and starts by losing the weight.

The drama on the show is mean spirited. I understand your explanation that after awhile they get on each others nerves but this is just a bunch of people that do not seem able to get out of their own way. I will not watch until I get a feel that they are there to do what they are supposed to do.

Nice tv is possible and these days so much more appealing then the stuff you see on cable.

Hi Bob,
I am so glad you adressed the competitivnes this season…I too was feeling upset by all the “sillyness” going on in the BL house. I understand that everything isn’t shown, and would like you to pass along the message to the BL, that I would like to see more positive interactions and less negative interactions with the contestants. I also miss that connection that you and Jillian had built with each other…it seemed like you two worked together to make a difference and help obese people make change. I like Dolvette and I liked Brett (2 seasons ago)I understand change is good…I hope the BL shows you and Dolvette working together as a part of the positive interactions I mentioned above. Thank you for the wonderful work you do. You inspire me!

I really loved watching you training the contestants with Crossfit. I feel like that was the only part of the show that felt inspirational and motivational. I do not like the drama at all. After the show went off I actually felt worse what with all the negative energy that was out there. I do understand that you all are in a bubble and it’s hard to see the bigger picture, but in past seasons you were all in a bubble as well and I just don’t remember there ever being such a negative vibe. I also don’t feel like I have any connection to the contestants and that they haven’t really shown much about their personal lives as in seasons past. I miss that. I also feel like the contestants should receive therapy on the ranch, both individual and group. At this point, I really don’t care who wins and I am usually rooting for one or two of them. I hope the season turns around because if not it will be such a shame.

I have watched EVERY episode of BL since the beginning, along with my two daughters who are now adults. Because of this season’s pettiness and negativity,my girls will no longer watch, and I think I’m at that point also. I choose not to watch “reality” tv, by which I mean the shows about nothing other than people’s lives and arguments. I’ve always watched BL because it motivates me to go out and take my run, or head to spin class in the morning. Not so this year. And by the way, I think it might come from the addition of Dolvett who I don’t find inspiring but just competitive. I hope the producers of the show are seeing all the negative comments from viewers this year…they’re losing us!!

Hi Bob!

just wanted to let you know how excited we are that you are bring Cross fit workouts into the gym. I have been going to Cross fit for a year and a half. I have lost 70lbs. It has changed my life. I’m glad you clarified the Fran workout from this week. The way you put it makes sense. Love seeing you on the show. You are a real inspiration of health to our family. Thank you.

I feel like the network/editors/etc. of the show have really let us down. Of course there are tensions. These people are strangers and everyone won’t get along. The problem I have is the FOCUS on these issues. One of the contestants’ favorite things to say is, “You have no idea what it’s really like in these workouts.” So SHOW me more of that and LESS of the conflict, unless there is also a resolution. People are working hard, under a lot of stress with a new environment, deprived, as Bob says, of their drug of choice…maybe instead of rotating trainers, how about a mediator or psychologist available.

Bob, I respect you AND Dolvett and I’m sure both you gentlemen are competitive by nature, but I’d like to see it be a friendlier competition. You are both working towards the same goal and at least some of the outcome is determined, not by YOUR hard work, but by someone else’s. STOP rolling your eyes. They ALWAYS show it and it’s childish.

I like the show and don’t expect to love every contestant, and I know ‘they’ will continue to show the drama because they think it increases ratings – and let’s face it, people’s viewing habits don’t contradict this – but maybe if enough of us speak up, ‘they’ will realize I’m watching it for the weight loss issues covered, not because I want a soap opera.

I can only hope that by your request for us to write our thoughts, That you read each on of these. They all basically say the same. Bob you’re the best there is at what you do, Please Please Please listen to what each of us are saying about the Drama in the show. and change it next season. Please.

I too understand being competitive but this year has gotten extreme. Bob, I appreciate your training style and how you motivate your team. I understand wanting to win but I think Dolvett is over the edge. He needs to get his ego in check. He is WAY too focused on beating you. While you and Jillian had a competitive nature, the focus remained on getting the contestants healthy. As far as Conda, well, she is so full of hate that she doesn’t have a chance of keeping the weight off once she goes home. She needs to change the inside before the outide will follow. That said, I can’t wait until she is voted off because I am completely sick of her. I truly hope BL didn’t pick her for the “drama”. Surely there are far more kind people who deserve to be there. I watch the show with my 8 year old son but the editing is forcing me to turn it off because of the increasing bickering and foul language. It’s too much. But I do love you, Bob!

I stopped watching BL for a couple of seasons and just started watching it again and am so saddened by what I see every week that I do not know if I will continue watching the rest of the season. I am struggling with my own weight issues and BL has always been motivation for me. I work so hard to stay motivated, to love myself as I am while working toward who I want to be, and to cultivate a positive attitude. Watching the negativity and nastiness on this season’s BL leaves me feeling icky afterwards. The show is no longer inspiring. It is draining. Again, it is so sad to see since this show has changed so many lives (both on the show and in American homes). I understand being in a house with strangers, no outside contact, no access to the drug of choice, etc, but meanness, trash talk, and disrespect are simply unacceptable. Sure do wish the contestants who are at the heart of the issue remember what the show is about before it goes further down the drain.

In addition, regarding the WOD, I love watching the contestants workout. Five years ago I was kicking A$$ on my weight loss journey. After a lifetime of being significantly overweight, I was losing weight consistently. I was running, spinning, swimming, and lifting. I was falling in love with my body. Two years later, when I was so close to my goal weight, I got sick. I was eventually diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. My illness has taken away my ability to run and spin and do so many high intensity workouts. I’ve struggled with depression, anger, and a lot of other emotions. The sicker I got, the more I gave up on exercise. I stopped caring what I ate. I gained all of my weight back and then some. It was devastating to stop and really look at myself as I am now and find the fight inside myself to try again. But I did. The point of my story is this…..I know that a lot of BL contestants have health issues. Some have injuries. What I would like to see from time to time is a training session that would be appropriate for someone like me – someone who has to be SO careful because overdoing it can leave me out of commission for days or weeks at a time. I have discovered aquatics classes and love them. But I would love to see more.

I am not a fan of the way you’ve become competitive with Dolvett. You have been very disrespectful. You set the example of the negativity this season. I love Biggest Loser–used to hate it if I missed an episode. This year, it doesn’t bother me nearly as much because of the negativity! People want to be inspired. It isn’t all about you and how competitive you feel against another trainer. I understand a little friendly competition, but you’ve taken it too far.

I think they need to keep you and Dolvett, but get the show back to the format that made it so successful!

Bob, the issue is Conda and Kim. Everyone can see this. And yes, while the producers edit things to make them more dramatic, these two ungrateful and NASTY contestants need to go. We started a petition to get Conda either removed from the remaining episodes or boycotted from the finale. If you’ve seen her Facebook “fan” page – that says it all. A lot of people have literally stopped watching the show because of all the negativity and childishness going on.

If we wanted to watch trash, I believe the Kardashians still have several shows on E!

Here’s the petition for those who want to see this chick get what she deserves: the boot!

http://www.change.org/petitions/nbc-universal-inc-remove-conda-britt-from-this-season-of-the-biggest-loser

You are awesome Bob! Every season can’t be the same. Every group can’t be close and inspirational. In reality, there are great people and there are jerks. Sometimes we need to see how the jerks can transform too. Conda is mean and I can’t stand her, but Adrian was also way too boastful. This is the first season where I really like one team over the other so early on. I do wish there was a better distribution of story time. We need more tips sprinkled in with all the drama. I would love to see more about how they manage their diets. BTW, I can’t stand Dolvett. He seems insincere at times and any large person will tell you it’s disrespectful/demeaning to punch/slap/bounce balls off our stomachs which he did a lot last season. I hope someone tells him he needs to stop that.

Yes, the Drama has to go. I would like to see more teamwork. And I think that goes for you and Dolvett too. Bob, you seem upset about something this season. Where is the Love?

I love BL! It has always been inspiring and motivating, getting my friends and I off the couch and into a better life. I am always looking for good advice and new workout ideas so please, keep bringing the tips and exposure to new styles of working out. For many of us, this is the closest we will ever get to having a trainer.
As for the drama…I get it, it’s probably the producers dream and “good television” by Hollywood standards but not a single person I know likes it. This season has left me more agitated and angry than inspired and motivated. BL has always felt like my cup of coffee in the morning, I look forward to it and I feel ready to go out and conquer the world but with this season I’m left flat.

Stoked that you are using CrossFit on Biggest Loser Bob! My gf and I are both CrossFit coaches and support you like crazy! We both understand your comments about range of motion in your current situation and look to see the improvements of your peoples in weight lose and the ability to do workouts with full ROM. At the start of the show we were stoked to see Fran! but we both thought that Tuesday’s show may have been one of our least favorite shows of all time. The anti-aqua team stuff didn’t make us want to watch the rest of the show. If we wanted drama we would watch some other show. We want to see people change their lives in a positive manner and what is going on is not positive at all. Here here to CrossFit! Boo-urns to Biggest Loser covering the in-fighting. Keep up the good work. Tim

First Bob i just want to say I love Ya… You are such a tiger when you need to be and gentle like a lamb when you need to do that too. I just think that “negativity” is like evil venom that infects everybody it comes in contact with. I see that happening on the red team. If they focused more on why they are on the ranch instead of using all that energy to hurt people they might of lost a lot more weight. I just hope when they see the show they will see what they were acting like and hopefully be totally embarrassed with the way they behaved. My goal for myself with your help and biggest losers is to look fabulous at 40. I have one year to lose 80 lbs. I will be letting you know when I have accomplished this goal. I want to be a motivation like the picture you post daily. I have done both of the challenges you have posted breakfast everyday and now drinking water when you get up. Once again Thank you for doing all you do. God Bless

Bob I love biggest loser I watch it for motivation for me and I know you have to show some drama for some viewers but it’s too much this season. If I went to a gym where all the ladies I was working out with treated me like that I would find another one. I understand about the FOOD issue too because I am going through that with my journey. I still will watch because I watch for that motivation and inspiration.

It is unfortunate that this season has taken the focus away from inspiration and motivation, to negativity and toxicity. If the show continues on this path, I fear that many faithful viewers (like myself) will no longer tune in. In past there has been some discord within the house, but there has always been more focus on positive change in ALL the contestants. With much of the focus being placed on certain negative individuals, those who are making positive changes in their lives are not being highlighted. I also think that it is hard for anyone to make positive change in their lives under those conditions. It is unfortunate for them to not get the best experience from their time on the ranch. And it is obvious that the negativity has spread to even you and Dolvett. I hope that NBC in the future makes changes in contestant screening and show editing to avoid another disastrous season.

Dear Bob,

I think that you and Dolvett have been great this season! My biggest frustration is not so much with contestants or with you and Dolvett, but with how all of you have been presented on the show. It’s important for the viewers to realize that although BL is a “reality show,” and it is not scripted, the producers make all kinds of choices as to which scenes to show and not show, how to edit them, and how to arrange them. What’s very odd about this season, and which is making it almost unwatchable for my wife and I, who have become fans of the show, who have been inspired by the show and the work of the trainers and contestants to save and transform lives in our own weight-loss journeys, and who have strongly recommended it to our children and friends, is that the production team is apparently choosing to show many of you at your worst. We don’t watch the show to have the ugliness of the contestants exposed seemingly without redemption. We watch it to cheer them in their journey and be inspired in our own (FYI, we normally watch the show on DVR because it’s aired during our regular gym time!). Furthermore, it seems as though the show has chosen to hype up the “competition” between you and Dolvett. Of course you two would be competititve. No surprise there. But the show isn’t about you and Dolvett. You know that. It’s about the hard and frustrating journey of the contestants to physical and emotional redemption. The solution here is simple. The producers need to move away from presenting the show as some kind of weight-loss Survivor and focus on what it really is and what it does best: telling the transformation story of broken people who work really hard, despite all kinds of obstacles, to become the kind of people they really are and are capable of becoming (many BL 11 contestants are excellent examples of this, BTW). One way to do this is to re-edit the remaining episodes to emphasize the positive changes being experienced by the contestants. One particular example: for reason completely incomprehensible to me, the producers decided to not include in the one-hour episode two weeks ago the inspiring sequence, eventually made available on the web, of your talk to Emily. Why in the name of God was that not included in the episode instead of some of unnecessarily-uninspiring stuff that was included in the episode? What were they thinking? If the goal of the producers is to somehow make the world better while at the same time having a successful show, I think they need to turn around themselves and make changes. They can still make changes in this season’s shows. They are losing viewers precisely due to their failure of vision. I suspect they need their own version of Bob Harper insisting that they don’t settle for anything but their best effort, both for their own good, the good of those on show, and the good of viewers. They can do it!

Bob,

I just watched this week’s episode on DVR, and first, as a new Crossfitter (4 months in) I am SO thrilled to see you highlighting these great workouts and especially the scalability for these folks while they are larger. I know first hand how empowered they will feel as they get lighter and stronger!

I am surprised, however, that with your embrace of Crossfit, that there isn’t more nutrition highlighted. Both members of the Aqua team mentioned that their diets changed to include MORE carbs when they got to the ranch. What a great segue into some Paleo education that would have been!

I am waiting for the Crossfit/Paleo Biggest Loser…

Hi Bob! I’ve tried watching this season, but can’t get through it as it’s not inspirational at all, just too much negativity and plain old meanness, and this past Tuesday was probably the worst by far. And, previews show it gets worse next week – doubt I tune in at all to see it. It’s not what I have watched BL for and won’t start now. Don’t excuse their behavior because of their environment. Did this type of behavior occur on all of the previous seasons? If it did, we didn’t see it. The only season I see even close to this one is the season with Vickie and her husband Brady – she was toxic at it’s best, until Conda and Kim of this season. Not a big fan of Dolvett’s ego at all. BUT, Bob I am disappointed in you too. When you roll your eyes in his direction, you feed into his ego and it’s disrespectful to do that to someone. I’m sure it’s not easy to work with someone who wants to cut you off at the knees, and who will do ANYTHING to beat you, but what you need to do is take a step back and remember why you are still there for your 13th season – it’s because you care about the contestants. Honestly, if you really want to help America then get with Jillian and the two of you do your own show that focuses on health. You can do a segment on workouts, food, mental health, school lunches, school PE, etc. There is so much the two of you could do together. Bring individuals or groups in with different health / physical issues and focus on helping them throughout the year get their health back. There is so much you two could do together that could and would be far more reaching than BL. Best of luck and I might see you again at the finale, but won’t see you before then. I’m done with BL this season!

Bob and the producers of BL, first of all, I have watched every episodes, the good, the bad, and the ugly. I do want to say that I believe that the producers are caving into “pere pressure” by allowing the drama that has been unraveling on this season. I know we don’t see everything that happens on the ranch, but why are you picking out the most drama to view? I am sure that there are more things going on on The Ranch that would be more inspiring than a VERY young girl who is use to this type of drama in her daily life bringing it to the Ranch. We have far too many TV shows on that show this kind of behavior and I thought that BL would have been above showing that much drama. I have to say that I was VERY angry after Tuesdays night show that it took me a long time to settle down. In this econimcal time we should be looking to each other for support not to put each other down. I believe that Conda needs to have a life coach talk with her about her attitude because she will go home and keep doing the same thing she always will. One thing no has brought up, what does her mom think of this behavior???? I would be appaled seeing my daughter up there acting like a spoiled brat. She asks as if she owns the Ranch and everything that goes along with it. Yes, I would have been upset at first seeing the Aqua team having a “second” chance to get back on the Ranch, however, I would relaize that they had it harder at home to lose the weight than I did on the Ranch and would welcome them. I guess some people will never learn about the “bigger” picture in life.

BL, I hope you are able to maybe re-edit some of the rest of the season if it continues to involve Conda, Kim, and Mark’s negitive attitudes, if not, I may not watch the show.

On a personal note, I cannot believe that Conda’s name was not anywhere on the ballots for she was one of the fewest percentage of weight that week. Is everyone on the red team so scared of her? Or do they enjoy the drama?????

I am a very competitive person. My trainer at the gym uses it to my advantage, especially when we do group work. However, I have never rolled my eyes or put anyone down that I was working out with. Maybe because I have grown up since High School. Conda is very petty and immature. She thinks we still exist in High School. She has been on everyone’s case….and it hasn’t even been warranted! As far as Kim, I used to like her. I saw a competitive side that I liked. Not anymore….she has turned petty.
When you live that close with people, I agree it is hard to get along and people do get on each other’s nerves. But not for something petty.

Nothing wrong with drama. I’m sure it’s happened every season. But what makes the producers thing we want to see it? Next week I’ll DVR it, and if they’re still airing all the bitchiness, I’ll FF to the end to see how they did. Then I won’t watch it again OR BUY ANY OF THE SPONSORS PRODUCTS.

Bob, If we want to communicate with the show, other than going through you, what’s the best way to do that?

Bob, Thank you for this site, Thank you for your hard work, Just a little about me, Iam a 9 world title holder in the bench and dead lift, I was trainer with the same trainer for almost 13 yrs he passed away from a massive heart attack, Wow the strongest dead lifter in the world and he dies from a heart attack, it scared me I quit, I havent found a trainer until last yr you, You and all the season people that inspire me you are my trainers,I had always watch the show for entertainment but not really watched, My trainer and my cooks always did everything for me, now im learning, Iam learning that we are all in this together, no one better than the next, when we try our hardest we are winners, Ramon, he is awesome with the insiration hopefully he stays with the show some how. Conda has not learned what she needs, to say we are all in this together, So people dont Hate conda, Or kim, just tell them we are all in this together, Even though I lifted weights and got records, I was still on a team, but my goal was me. Now I have that back,thank you Bob harper,Thank you.

Bob, I love you and I am great believer in you and your views on fitness. I have your dvd’s and today I have really sore quads because of my workout last night. I am blessed to never have been really heavy and I am passionate about fitness due to early deaths in my family due to heart and stroke issues. Having said that, I watch the BL for inspiration and love getting emotionally involved with the contestants. I also realize you are not the trainer of the red team but you are the main driving force of this show. I believe that most of the episodes are already shot and edited, but the spirit of the show is not the same. Please try to have more positive contestants for next season, most on the show this season are positive with the exception of 2, Conda and Kim. We all know this nation has a hugh problem with obesity but it is that type of bullying and negativity that keep most overweight people from gyms, workouts and turns them towards unhealthy eating. As I said earlier, I am blessed as far as weight and fitness and cannot begin to comprehend what overweight people must overcome to even have the courage and drive to take that first step. Why bring such negativity to the mix is beyond me. The way the aqua team was treated was one of the worst things I have ever seen. I love the show, you, and Dolvette and want to see it continue because this is a national problem with weight and there is so much hope with this show. It is not a miracle diet, it is not sprikling your food with a mircle concoction. It is done the old school method of diet and exercise, and THAT IS WHAT WORKS! Please keep up the good work but listen to your fans please.

This season reminds me of the season with Hebba and Vickie (I think they were in the same season), and it also reminds me of the seasons when you and Jillian were so mean to, and about, each other. When NBC, seemingly, started casting more humble and deserving people, who often times had very compelling stories – that is when Biggest Loser become an inspiration to me more than a reality show. And when you and Jillian started working as a team to help the contestants, it also made a huge difference. Not that competition is bad or that it has to be a kumbaya fest all the time, but you don’t have to have toxic people to have some good competition. If viewers are looking for drama from unlikable people, there are PLENTY of other reality shows that fit that bill. It just doesn’t seem like that’s what BL viewers are looking for; I know I am not. If this season and the last are any indication of where the show is going, I’m not sure how much longer I’ll care about watching it. You are awesome, Bob, and I would love, love, love to train with you, but I have to agree that the negative energy you’re putting out there toward Dolvett seems pretty petty and undeserved. I know that we only get a snippet of what really goes on, and there’s no way that the viewers can understand what it’s like to be in that house. But…that’s what you get paid the big bucks for. Thanks for asking for our input!

I agree with most. This season has been difficult to watch due to all the nasty negative aspects that are being shown on tape. Sure it may be a part of everyone’s daily life, that’s understandable, but there is too much of it being aired and not enough healthy, positive influence that we’ve all enjoyed in the past. There’s too much uglieness in our world, media, etc. I for one, watch the show for the positive influence and motivation for myself. Finding myself turning off the show more and more often. I don’t have room in my life for such things.

I am so incredibly disappointed and disgusted with the production of this show this season. The producers have the choice of what gets cut and what gets aired and to continually hang on the negative drama and the bullying that is happening this year is pathetic. After last nights episode I refuse to even continue watching this season until Conda is removed. Biggest Loser has always been a motivational focused program and it has turned in the negative drama that the rest of the other shows focus on and I hate what it has become this season.

I agree with most everyone. The drama this season sucks. I almost feel as if the producers are telling the contestants this is a tv show we need to make it more dramatic. I feel it is not helping the contestants if this is true. I feel the weight loss is not as significant as previous years and I believe because they have so much more stress going on because of the drama. I even feel like you (Bob) are feeling it to. Youe don’t seem the same as years past. You seem more angry/tired I don’t know. I think if it is true drama than whatever but if it is being amped up to make it a “better” more dramatic show they need to not do that. I use to love this show and now It’s difficult to watch. Hope it gets better. Need to eliminate some red team members not naming any names.

Dearest Bob,

I have never missed a season, until now. The vibe is wrong. I could sense it after three episodes and I knew if I watched anymore it would only serve to make me sad and frustrated. So I stopped watching. I miss you and your ability to shine a light in people that they never knew was there. I don’t see that this season. Come back to us Bob.

I have watched Biggest Loser from day 1 and each time I’ve learned, and applied to my own life,bits of information to help me be a healthier person. Thank you for that. This new group has left allot to be desired. Some of the contestants ‘ bad’ behavior have really over shadowed the ‘Good” happening. That is really sad to me because I do feel this show is so powerful and lifechanging….atleast it is for me. Please don’t let this ground breaking show become trashy reality TV. You choose what to focus on (repeatedly) and lately the choices have been negative and bad. Bob & Dolvette, I LOVE you both but we need to see some better attitudes toward each other. Seriously.

I love Bob! I hear you in my head when I go to aquafit in the mornings. I love the show, it inspires me. This season is hard to watch. I record the show and honestly fast forward through Conda because I can’t stand her anymore. She is petty and poisonous. I want to punch her square in the face. Then to watch her and that other chick gossip – OMG. Go back to highschool. I don’t know what happened to her but her brother is awesome. Conda has got to go and see Dr. Drew or something she needs help, she is poison. I hope she goes home next episode. That should be a rule – DON’T TEAR EACH OTHER DOWN, you are there to build each other up.

I echo what many are already saying. This season is straight up awful. I don’t feel the good, happy feelings after watching anymore. I’m not sure if the editing is done on purpose but it is definitely a different show this go around. The people seem lazy, unmotivated, just not excited to be there. If I had tried out for the show and didn’t make it, I would be PISSED watching all these fools on here. It’s just very disappointing. I am losing interest.

Please do share all these comments with the producers of BL. My feelings about the drama and toxicity have been well articulated by others. I just don’t like how I feel while I’m watching all of the nastiness unfold. And I have stopped letting my 7 year old watch because these are not the lessons I want her to learn.

Bob,
I think someone needs to address Conda and Kim’s attitude. They are causing drama. Conda needs to take her own advice. She is making everything into something. I don’t see anyone bringing up things she has said. She really needs a reality check and know the world doesn’t revolve around her. I rather see the nutrition, workouts, and weigh ins then the rest of it. The challenges I fast forward because that falls in line with drama. I know you have no control over any of this, that and the fact this was filmed months ago… Anyway, that’s my piece.

Bob, I just love everything you do for the contestants and some of them just don’t appreciate it. I can echo what everybody said regarding a couple of the red team contestants. I sincerely hope they change up the teams soon and then YOU can get in their face and say their behavior will not be tolerated as well as disrespect for other contestants. I was hoping Dolvett would do it already, but I know he’s trying to be positive. Sometimes people need a good kick in the ass and a threat of being kicked off the ranch. Jillian would have done it. All the best to you. Love you and I wish you were at my gym!

My biggest concern, Bob, is the backstabbing Conda. I certainly understand the points you raise, and I’m sure it is magnified. I am also amazed that no one on her team calls her on her behavior. She certainly hasn’t benefited her team at all, and really is responsible for sending people home just because she doesn’t like them or perceives some personal slight from them. Her Queen Bee attitude is nauseating. I wish Jillian were there to set her straight!

As for you, Bob. I can only imagine the pressure you are under. And I’m sure the “gameplaying” of the show’s producers create even more pressure for you. You’re in my prayers.

Wow, I am SO glad I’m not the only one. The outrage expressed here and on other social media platforms should be a good indication that casting needs to do a better job of picking inspirational people. My wife and I are both die-hard fans and we’re on the verge of not watching this season anymore. It’s been our standing Tuesday Date Night for years – going to feel weird giving it up for a few more months.

That aside, Bob rocks, and I was thrilled to see Fran make an appearance the other night.

So I guess I’m the only one that actually likes the drama, huh? I guess I feel that in a two hour show, it’s more or less like a movie, I need a little of everything. True, I watch the show first and foremost for inspiration, but I also enjoy a little drama to make things interesting. Remember the season where during a temptation challenge, they turned the lights off so no one would know who was eating, and whoever ate the most won? Well they all agreed to just not eat… except one girl… I’m sorry, I guess I just love that drama! I know these are real people and this is their lives, but it’s also a TV show, and i want to be entertained, as well as inspired.

Now, that being said, there wasn’t a whole lot of inspiration in this week’s episode, and was mostly drama, but just imagine how amazing it would be if someone from the Aqua team hung on to win the whole thing? That’s an incredible story line that I’d love to see.

Finally, I believe the aqua team are sincere and genuine, and I don’t think they were playing the game. Has anyone ever done the diet where you cut out carbs, and then the next week you add them back in? Either you GAIN weight, or you do like they did, just lose a little. The contestants just didn’t get that this week.

Bob,
Thanks SOOOO much for finally addressing this huge concern about #BL13. I’ve wanted to hear from you from the beginning. This week it felt like the show brought you back. You were shown as loving working with your team, inspiring them, pushing them, not tolerating game play and drama but dealing with it head on. Beautifully done!! What a reward to have you give me one of your huge smiles and say “well done!!”.

I was thinking this morning and realize that the producers show what they want to show, but there seems to be some overall attitude problems which is showing in the weigh ins. I agree with everyone else about contributors etc, but I also know that the producers could choose to hightlight the motivating contestants if they (and you) want the Biggest Loser movement to continue.

Please communicate all of this for us so the Biggest Loser we love doesn’t go away!!! There was competition in all the other seasons, but it wasn’t backstabbing and malicious.

I agree with all the others. This season is bad. I dont really care about any of the contestants. By now, I always have my favs picked and am rooting them on. The whole show has lost its mojo this season.

I really wish that Conda and Kim’s negativity would not be shown so much. I realize that this is part of their recovery, but it’s a real downer. I feel like I’m watching trash television this season. I feel like we’re getting back to the season with Heba and Vickie when it was all about being mean and getting rid of the people that aren’t liked or popular instead of keeping the people there that need it the most or working through their issues. Please, please, please, change this.

I would also like to see the relationship between you and Dolvette get better. I think there has been some pettiness there (on both sides) that really doesn’t need to be shown. The two of you should be a team in trying to get these contestants to live a healthier life on and off of the show.

This is what I sent to NBC today:
I read and re-read Bob Harper’s latest blog about TBL. He made a comment about contacting NBC regarding this season of the show, so I am taking this opportunity to let you know what I’ve been thinking.

I understand what Bob said about the deprivation, not only of food (which has to be excrutiating) but of tv, computer, phones, family… the amount of exercise, being thrust into a new situation, which is meant to change your LIFE, with people you don’t know and being on camera. I cannot imagine for even one moment the mental anguish and torment it must cause. The pressure of loosing weight on its own is enormous, but with all of these added stressers, its bound to create some issues. Having said that, I wonder if it is the editing from this season and last, but I feel like everything I see is so negative, so draining, so difficult, that by the end of the show, I am exhausted from all of the drama and plain old nastiness.

I’ve read through the blogs that people are worried about whether or not Bob and Dolvette get along. And frankly I don’t care if they like each other or not, but the feeling of sheer distaste and almost apathy for the one another is glaring and uncomfortable. I’ve watched TBL since the first season, so I don’t think this comes from Bob. Although he may be feeding into the energy being put out there by Dolvette and the contestants, I’ve never seen him this unhappy before. During Tuesday night’s weigh in, the bags under his eyes were noticeable and painful to see. As a consistent viewer I thought it was sad to see and it actually bothered me.

This season and last have bothered me enough so that I have thought on more than one occassion “I will not watch this show again. It’s just too much negativity.” And there have been weeks where I haven’t watched, several in a row in fact, until the end when I want to see who is left standing and route them on to the finale. I am sad to say that I feel that way again, and do not plan to watch the rest of the season, and I do not have any intention of watching the finale because it is just too painful to see this seasons contestants beat and batter one another and then cry about their own reprensible behavior.

I’m all for some good drama, but I’ve always found TBL to be one of those shows where there was some heart, some support, some connectivity with the trainers and the contestants, where you cheered them on and felt broken hearted when they were sent home. This process is is grueling enough without the backstabbing, infighting and humiliating behavior I have witnessed for the past 2 seasons.

If there are going to be positive changes, I will gladly tune in again, but unfortunately, after all I have seen and heard, I am done for now. I’ll try again next season, but don’t count on me. I’ve been turned off and can no longer be a witness to such horrific behavior. I miss the compassion, the team spirit, the kindness, the sheer will of the contestants; I miss routing them on, cheering for them and feeling a kindered spirit with them.

Thank you for your time,

I am a personal trainer, and I’ll admit that when I started watching show it was to “know what my clients were going to throw at me” on Wednesday…but I started to enjoy watching you guys break it down to the contestants and really get to the root of their weight issues. What happened? This is the season of NO EXCUSES, doesn’t that also encompass NO BLAMING? The caustic nature of some of these contestants this year is not only going to hinder their weight loss efforts, but let’s be realistic…it’s gonna hurt the ratings. Flip the script on them…that’s one of my favorite techniques. I’m not talking about a 5 minute “time out” out of the gym either…

My husband and I were so discusted with last nights episode that we almost thought we might not want to watch the rest of the season!!!!! I know that everybody is different and that one person can change the atmosphere of an entire group~I thinks that’s what has happened. There is a “crap stirrer upper” and it’s name is Conda. I have watched other seasons where there has been one or two of those types, but I think that this is the most immature one I’ve seen. And Nancy, the only voice of reason, and the only one to confront Conda and her hideous behavior, gets thrown under the bus!!!! Just pissed me off!!!!
just sayin’ ;~)

Hi Bob…I want to include my 2 cents worth, but it has already been summed up by what others have said. I am glad we aren’t the only ones feeling it this season. My family and I always do competition weigh-ins with each other throughout the season…we follow the BL diet plan, we all do the BL Wii game, and weigh in each week to see who lost the most percentage of weight. When you do the BL finale, so do we. We look forward to BL each week to inspire and motivate us through this weight loss journey, BUT…this season is awful. We have lost that motivation and want to skip the whole thing. NO MOTIVATION AND INSPIRATION IS KILLING US! We are still trying to stick to the plan and do the exercises but we aren’t losing like in past seasons because the show is so negative and nasty. BL works for us…we love the show and love you guys a lot, but feel this season is really missing something. We want to eat while we watch it, we want to cheat at work, we want to skip the workouts….but we know we are only hurting ourselves. We may have to forfeit watching the show so we can not feel so defeated. We may never watch or support BL again.

I probably can’t say anything that hasn’t already been said, but I deleted my season pass to the Biggest Loser after last night’s show. Some of the nasty contestants need an attitude check. I am following TBL 30 day jump start right now, and from watching seasons past let me say that we have to learn to celebrate our victories on this journey. I was excited by Aqua team’s enthusiasm, and well-earned weight loss to get back on the ranch. If I were on the ranch, I would just remind everyone to have an attitude of gratitude and practice the 5 P’s: Be 1) Polite 2) Professional 3) Patient 4) Positive and 5) Persistent. We all have insecurities, but don’t let your internal issues become a wall that prevents you from learning what others have to teach.. and, as last night witnessed, those issues created a point of derision for the team. Be open-minded. Be honest. Be willing.

Bob, I like you, I like Julian, I like Dolvett. Rolling your eyes a few weeks ago because he was happy for his client was really disappointing. You are so much better than that. As a faithful fan, I don’t see you and the other trainers as competitors but as teachers and disciplers who have the goal of leading the contestants and Americans into better health and fitness. I’m glad you found a place of humilty in Crossfit. We all need to be challenged to grow. Use that energy to help you deal with Dolvett. Think of it like a parent or God. As a parent you always have room in your heart for each of your kids no matter how many you have. You love each uniquely and individually. Just as the Lord loves all of us uniquely and individually because we are his creations. There’s room in the hearts of Americans for 50 trainers who are great, loving, hard, honest, etc. You are both unique and we love you guys for who you are individually. Please be a team.

Please get rid of Conda. She is poison to the ratings. I don’t like her. And shame on Kim for not being a better example of how adults shoulb behave.

Hello

Bob, I like you, I like Julian, I like Dolvett. Rolling your eyes a few weeks ago because he was happy for his client was really disappointing. You are so much better than that. As a faithful fan, I don’t see you and the other trainers as competitors but as teachers and disciplers who have the goal of leading the contestants and Americans into better health and fitness. I’m glad you found a place of humilty in Crossfit. We all need to be challenged to grow. Use that energy to help you deal with Dolvett. Think of it like a parent or God. As a parent you always have room in your heart for each of your kids no matter how many you have. You love each uniquely and individually. Just as the Lord loves all of us uniquely and individually because we are his creations. There’s room in the hearts of Americans for 50 trainers who are great, loving, hard, honest, etc. You are both unique and we love you guys for who you are individually. Please be a team.

Please get rid of Conda. She is poison to the ratings. I don’t like her. And shame on Kim for not being a better example of how adults should behave.

i hope it is heard..it’s not that jillian left, i remember bob being competitive with Jill that’s before they became the best of friends. but Jill used to kick Bobs butt on the weigh-ins. Dolvett is an amazing trainer and you can tell he gives his heart and sweat into this. he likes the drive just like bob..i think once they get to know each other they will kick booty! know the contestants…either take conda and kim out of the program for selfish and venom personalities are switch the teams bcuz these two HAVE GOT TO GO OOOOOOOOOOUUUUUUUUUUTTTTTTTTTTTT of the program, they are not only causing us to tune out of our most loved and inspirational show but are affecting the life of the other contestants. they have got to go.
as for Crossfit…omgosh…i’m excited Bob..there you go again showing me knew things if only i could follow…well hey i just learned about it from you… im ready!!!!

Bob,I am not enjoying the drama of this years season.I even told my husband after the very first show that I would not watch it again.I do not like the contestants,but especially dislike Conda.What went wrong this season?Does there need to be a woman in a leadership position to smooth things out?I miss Jillian so much! Who picked these losers this season?This has always been a show about determination,charachter and it is all gone out the window this season.Please someone tell me what happened.I feel if you don’t make a quick turn around this season.You will be losing some viewers for sure! There is too much TV out there that we could be watching instead of this garbage.I myself will give you one more week and thats it to turn this show around.Give us some positive inspiration.This season is no excuses,and I accept No Excuses from you either.Fix this mess!

I have always enjoyed watching the BL….watch it every season. Good competition is totally okay and makes it fun. But being negative and having attitude with teammates and arguing is not okay and it is not fun to watch. Most viewers watch this show to learn how to be healthy, to watch other suceed, etc. We do not expect this show to be like so many other shows on other channels…. Again, the producers can choose what they put on the show….they are choosing to put these pieces in…. They need to choose differently – I do not want drama!!!! Adrian just wanted his team to know that he had been working his butt of at home and it IS harder to do at home than when you are secluded on the ranch. He wanted them to know he was going to work hard and I think that was ok. Please, please let the producers know that they need to NOT put in the drama pieces – it’s not going to help the show’s rating nor is it going to increase the amount of viewers; in fact, it may decrease the amount of viewers who don’t wish to watch drama and bad attitudes.

Hi Bob,

I have already put in my comments earlier. I have also been going through and randomly reading some of the other comments for this past episode of The Biggest Loser and I can’t help but notice, myself included, that a lot of people are discouraged. I love the show and I have loved that fact that the whole premise of the show was to HELP and MOTIVATE people like me to get up off the couch and learn how to eat better and choose healthier food as well as eat normal portions of those healthier foods instead of the Super Size of the grease, fat, salt saturated heart attacks in a bag you can get at Fast Food USA. Not only that, I loved the fact that you were there at the ranch to not only show people the right direction in diet and exercise, but also got into their head and helped them figure out why they were committing suicide on bite at a time and helped them turn away from their destructive habits and help them build better habits of eating better and being active. I even remember parts of an interview that you gave about what you thought initially when the producers first asked you to be a trainer on BL. You were very skeptical at first and thought this show was out as a farce. When you took a closer look though, you said that this was something you could get behind and be a huge part of and it shows. You have been with the show for 12 seasons and are on your 13th. I have to agree that I would like to see a little less of the drama, but that isn’t my decision. I am tempted like so many others that have commented earlier to stop watching this season completely and wait to see what happens with 14.
I want to also mention to you that I have been applying to be on the show for the past several season because I so desperately want the help of the Biggest Loser and your help in particular to lose weight and not only gain my life back but WIN it back. I say win because I feel like I have totally lost everything in my life to my weight. When I wasn’t picked to be a contestant on season 13 I was devastated more than the other seasons I wasn’t picked for because it was sinking in to me that again I wasn’t good enough to be there whether it was because I didn’t have a partner or I just wasn’t what the producers or casting directors were looking for. Then I see these people falling on their swords and just quitting and going home. Understandably I was angry because I, among thousands of others were past over for these people who just up and quit. My next thought after this past episode though has been of gratitude, because I am so glad that I am not there dealing with the mean spirited mentality of some of the contestants. Don’t get me wrong, I still would have loved to be there, to be learning and gaining my life back while I was losing the fat and weight.
Like I said earlier though, I have been wondering if I will continue to watch this season or not. Let me just say that I haven’t made up my mind yet. With all the ugliness that has creeped into this season, some of the contestant are learning what they need to become healthy and increase their chances of being here longer for their families.
Thanks for listening to me twice and have a great week.

Someone on the BL forum suggested they bring in Jillian as a guest to deal with Conda. I thought that was a fantastic idea. I can just hear her saying…”WTF is wrong with you?” then give her a beating in the gym she’ll never forget. And when shes crying, broken, and puking on the floor, Jillian gives it to her all over again.

I think it says a lot that so many people feel so disappointed with this season, especially the last episode. I understand that the show is not scripted, it’s a game, people are people, you never truly know who people are and how they will interact with others until their true colors shine (good and bad), and the producers do get to decide what to show and highlight and what to leave out. It does make sense that lots of negativity comes out when food and other distractions are no longer there, as well as being in a bubble (getting irritated with each other, etc…).

With that being said, I was disgusted during the last episode (along with some parts of previous episodes). Personally, I don’t think competitiveness is the issue. Competitiveness is healthy and a great motivator. It shouldn’t tear teams apart and hut people down in the way that’s happening right now. There are some contestants who are so negative, petty, and downright disrespectful to others. There’s no excuse or reason to treat another person so horribly, no matter how irritated you are or the issues you’re dealing with. For a theme of ‘no excuses’ it seems that there’s lots of excuses to not work/focus on their own journey and truly healing.

I would really like to see contestants who are positive, in it to work on themselves and not ‘play the game’ as much. I hope that these contestants realize what is truly important, what a great opportunity they have to change themselves and help other people in the process. I would love to see the show become more about personal healing and health, rather than bitchiness, shaming, and control. I would love to keep watching, as I thought this season would be a really good one, but I will not watch a show where people are so awful to each other.

Regarding the drama – I think the show has to be careful. If it continues down the path of highlighting the backbiting, it may very well end up being one of “those” reality shows. Is that the goal? I hope not. While much of America enjoys watching smut and this kind of interaction – the Biggest Loser is a show that emphasizes perseverance, support, teamwork, etc… a good vibe. That’s why I’ve watched it for the last bunch of seasons. I am not interested in drama. I am always awed by the hard, hard work you all do in the gym and inspired by the accomplishments that you help the contestants to achieve.

The awe and inspiration is lost in the wake of the bad taste left in my mouth after seeing contestants clique up and turn on others. It’s petty, it’s ugly, and in my opinion, it’s not the right way to take this show.

This season is very hard to watch. I have considered no longer watching the show due to the childishness of the red team contestants in particular this season. I realize some drama will always be there, but it is definitely out of hand. As I watch, I don’t know how Conda has not yet been physically harmed by another contestant. I firmly believe she should have been kicked off of the show for the way she treated Dolvett.

conda and kim are two of the most toxic people i’ve ever seen on the biggest loser. their attitudes towards aqua team was disgusting. until they’re off the show, i will not be watching this season anymore and if the “twitterverse” is to be believed i’m not alone. it’s one thing to have “villains” on reality tv shows. it’s another to have just horrible people. these two don’t deserve the chance you and the show are giving them, period, and i’m not going to watch them.

I have been so inspired by Biggest Loser in the past few years that a little over a year ago I decided to start working out again. This fall I hired a trainer at 24 Hour fitness and purchased a Body Bugg… and have been tracking my food an exercise. I’ve lost 113 lbs, and have about 50 to go. I completed a 1/2 marathon on Sunday and beat my goal by 14 minutes… I have completed 6 triathlon’s last season and have as many scheduled this year. The first few years of BL I actually ate chips or dessert watching the show… Now I workout 6 days a week, am on a Triathlon training team, LOVE working out w/ my trainer, and choose to workout when it’s raining, freezing or 100+ temps for 95 days this past summer in Austin.

All that is to say… I can barely watch this season. My trainer and I were talking yesterday about it and I just feel mad at the producers… and embarrassed for the bitchy people on the show. This show has chanced lives… I can watch a TV Drama if I want to see people being mean. The saddest things is that the Aqua team was blind-sided. He has such a great positive attitude and people are throwing it back at them.

If things don’t change, which I’m sure they will not since it’s already been produced, it will just be any other trashy show on TV.

On a positive note, I do like the behind-the-scenes stuff that has been revealed in the past few months… I also like seeing that they are soaking in ice-baths, that the contestants have “homework” and it’s their responsibility to put in the time. I like that they explained FRAN and what i was. I replayed that 3 times and wrote it down. The bummer thing is my trainer is now watching the show and I had the hardest workout I’ve ever had w/him yesterday… and one of things (burpies?) I know was on the show a few weeks ago. DAMN.

So, keep it real… it’s not about money (product placement) – it’s about changing lives. And, BTW, I actually by Jennie-O now and never would have… and chew the gum when I have a wierd craving… so the network can make money w/o being in the gutter.

Ah… I’ve said it.

I agree with you, Bob. It’s tough to be in that bubble with lots of different people/personalities and people can get on each other’s nerves, sure, but things are getting quite nasty and high schoolish on this show, which is supposed to be inspirational. I am of the many viewers this season who are saying that I’m giving it one more episode and if it doesn’t change, I’m done with this season and will start watching again next season. You and Jillian were the best ones for that show. I like Dolvett ok, but it certainly seems like there’s a lot of tension between you two also. Hope it gets better soon, because this is a great show and I want to love it again.

On the positive side, I have a hockey game next Tuesday during the time the show airs, so I won’t be able to watch the uncomfortable drama. I’ll check the recap on Wednesday, but won’t even bother setting the DVR. No point really, as it looks like the producers figure that any publicity is good publicity and will milk the vortex of negativity for all its worth. I remember now why I generally skip out on reality TV. I thought women’s hockey was full of drama, but it’s got nothing on this show.

Whooooop! Chi-town is bck in da house!!!! Go Aqua Team! All you others in the house are BIG time haters and conda and your lil friend are some of the biggest whiners on the show! And Conda and her two buddies need to grow up! And quit with their attitudes and stop acting like they in the 1st grade!!! GO CHI-TOWN and REPRESENT!!!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOMG! KIM and Conda are to immature to be on Biggest Loser! They are two busy acting like they their shoe size instead of their real ages and think they need an attitude adjustment and need to go back to the first grade!Omg! All these smack talkin hoochies talkin smack about the aqua team members and none of them have room to talk!Omg! This is disgusting nancy who spoke her mind and the truth of the situation gets made to go, yet the smack talkin head hoochie conda gets to stay! Man that chick and kim are nothin but drama queens from you no where! And I hope they see this and learn to zip their lips! All of this has been my comments on my fb page that night. This is totally ridiculous , I understand completely about getting on people’s nerves and getting “cabin fever” but this to say the least makes me sick. I understand competition but when jillian was on it made such an equality of balance in competition. I mean don’t get me wrong i like the competition between contestants and trainers and man anyone who knows me knows i am a huge BOB and Jillian fan, and i like Dollvet but i believe this season between the two of you seems to be making their be a severe high testosterone level that has risen and contestants are feeling it, which also throughs fuel on the fire with negativity. But, then there are a mess of drama queens and i thought this was biggest loser not a show called biggest loser’s drama queens. This season is not up lifting so far and is not inspiring at all, i only continue to watch in hopes it gets better by especially watching kim and conda getting kicked off but not before maybe getting jillian as a guest trainer to come in and give them their last day and last chance workout to kim and especially Conda. That girl is a BAD SEED! she is pure evil and posionous to the entire crew her and her brother both came on with attitudes from hell and so did kim. Some one needs to fix this problem before it completely loses all ratings and quits watching BL period. I am a HUGE fan and watch it ritually and hope that one day i can be a contestant. But, Even though i doubt ill ever get to be a contestant i try to do what i can at home although my health issues make it difficult because of my weight i still love watching the biggest loser. But, this season has finally gotten me to the point of wanting to change the channel. Their are so many other drama filled shows out there that if i wanted this kind of drama crap id be watching them. The Type of exercising style your using this season is Great! bob . It’s not the trainning part that we are talking about when we say not inspiring its the fact that “NO ONE WILL PUT A LEASH ON CONDA AND KIM” or “Taken them out”. Aqua team has just as much right to be there as anyone without all the cocky bs their first day on the ranch. If its coming from the trainers so be it but not to get the bs that was being shoved down their throats. Adrian was also confronted that supposedly he wasn’t giving his all but yet I saw him puttin in 100% and daphne is doing great too…although if they were doing at least 14 hours in the gym before coming on the show then she should be staying and doing the same home work as everyone else is instead of stopping to go to bed, other then that all i will say is GO AQUA Team!!! Chi-Town REPRESENT!!!!

Hi Bob,
I want you to know that you have truly been a primary inspiration for me in losing 90 lbs. on my own. I have the utmost respect and admiration for you,and you truly are a hero to me! I would like to offer some insight and constructive criticism into why the competitiveness is at the toxic level it is this season and why the weight loss has not been as great as it should be for everyone and has been for past contestants.
(1) In the past few seasons contestants have been able to bond. They either came on the show alone and bonded with those they felt a kinship with, or they came as couples and found strength in the support of a loved one. The tone for the show was set when the contestants entered as couples and were blindsided by the fact that they would be split up. That should have never happened. That is more of a Survivor move, but Survivor is purely a game and Biggest Loser is so much more than that. The other blindside currently causing tension was the other contestants not being told that the Aqua Team would have a chance to get back on the show. I think that not telling them put an instant rift between the Aqua Team and the other contestants.
(2) The competitiveness and tension between yourself and Dolvett is palpable. The contestants can see and feel that as well and they are transposing it into their relationships. I was so happy whey they kept Dolvett on, because I thought the two of you would make a fantastic team. Healthy competition, like you and Jillian had, is all well and good, but I feel a vicious, unhealthy competition between the two of you. You should not be insulted if Dolvett copies your workouts. You should be flattered that another professional wants to emulate you.
(3) I think the contestants are suffering from over-training, which is causing their weight loss to be so much slower than it normally would be. The signs of over-training I see are: constant moodiness,malaise and weeping, dislike of exercise and a dread of the workouts and of course stymied weight loss progress. I think the competitiveness between Dolvett and yourself has contributed to this over-training; they are being pushed too hard too quickly. As you yourself would attest to, the best way to hate exercise and give up is to come out of the gate too hard and too fast. I was particularly surprised to see them doing the Crossfit. They are most definitely not at that level yet. Having them perform at a level that is unrealistic for them will discourage them and most certainly cause over-training. I think crossfit, tabata, interval training, HIIT and regiments such as that would have their place in a Biggest Loser spin off show; one where you show the contestants who have already lost the weight to “take it to the next level”. I think one of the trainers on that show should be Brett Hoebel since his specialty is plyometrics, which is also a higher level of exercise.
(4) I think that you yourself may be overextended. You are involved in so much right now, and the last thing I would want is for you to leave the show, but you have to take care of yourself too. This season, you seem so much more easily irritated and agitated than previous seasons, and I really think it is just because you are trying to do too much at once.
(5) Yes…Conda must go…she is a hateful person. When I look at her I see a black aura and soul. She is poisoning the group. Her negativity is contagious, and negativity works against weight loss and a healthy lifestyle. If a contestant were giving other contestants baked goods, drugs and/or alcohol they would most certainly be chided if not kicked off…well Conda’s attitude is no better than a barrel of brownies, a liter of vodka or a nickle bag of pot!

You are a giver, and you love to help other people, and you have certainly helped me. No one is perfect though (although I do believe you come the closest I have seen!) and sometimes we cannot see the forest for the trees when it comes to ourselves. I am just offering you an outsider’s perspective and you need not pay it any credence. I could be completely off the mark on this one, but I just wanted to let you give my take on the issues going on this season.

I have watched this show since the start and I have always been a huge fan. Its the only show that I record on my DVR so that I am sure not to miss it. I get cranky when my husband and child are being too loud while I’m trying to watch the show. However this season, the only reason I watch it is b/c I keep telling myself it has to get better. I know there has always been drama on the show and fighting and all that jazz but it seems this year the show/producers are focused more on the drama rather than the workouts and chanllenges, weigh-ins etc. I don’t mind watching some of the bits and pieces dealing with the drama and fighting but it seems like that is all the show is about this season.

Yeah, CrossFit! LOVE it.

I am beyond tired of the high school attitudes and drama of Conda and now Kim. While I can understand some of the emotions behind it, I really don’t think that choosing to show us this much of it is not going to make me want to get excited about the show this much. I love BL, but not because it’s a drama filled mess. If I wanted to watch that, there are plenty of train wreck reality trash shows to choose from, and I want the inspiration and good feelings to come back. I want to root for these people, but with all of this stuff I just want them to all go home. In times past, it’s been so opposite in wanting people to stay. So I say stop showing us the drama, surely that can’t be all the footage they have to show. If there is no audience for the attitude, it tends to go away. Sort of like a child with no one to watch their tantrum…

Bob, you look totally uninspired and tired in this season.

What’s up with the weight loss of the contestants…it seems way smaller than other seasons. Is that because the contestants are smaller? Or because they can’t lose too fast before the end of the show?

And even though this is the season of “no excuses,” Ms Conda-scending blames everyone for her state of mind and emotions. Why isn’t anyone calling her out on the matt?

It’s time for NBC to let the viewers kick off the players…in real time.

Bob,
You used to be one of my favorite things about the show. Now you are one of the reasons I have started watching the whole thing on fast forward. Your eye-rolling about Dolvett makes you look about one year older than Conda, intellectually. Yes, Conda sure seems like an awful person, but you are supposed to be better than this after all your experience with the show. Wearing a shirt that says “Listen to Bob” and strutting around like you are king of the world doesn’t exactly engender affection and respect from viewers. You are just as big a problem as Conda. Face it and do something about it.
-a former fan

Hey Bob, I have to say that I love the show, but this last episode could be an example of how “drama” is a selling point from what some producers believe. I am sure that there is a great deal of support that was not shown this week??? They seem, in this one, to have forgotten the purpose of why they are there. I, like you, am not so interested in the game playing but am very excited when the weigh ins happen and the successes are shown on the scale. Rarely do people gain weight at the weigh ins and if they do it is because of some “issue” and or not following directions.
Hope you and others keep this up it is good for individuals and actually gives America hope in the days ahead.

Bob, this season has been discouraging with the focus being more on Conda and Kim and their immature and petty attitudes. The contestants don’t seem to be losing anywhere near as well as in the past, and the cat-fighting needs to STOP. I have loved this show from the beginning and look forward to watching it each week for continued motivation, but watching Conda and Kim each week being snots and just plain negative is enough to make me stop watching. I think bringing back Jillian to the mix would be very exciting, especially if she is assigned to Conda. I cannot believe Conda and Kim are still on the show. They need to go home and let someone else be on the show that is serious about improving themselves and being healthy. Save the BS for some other trashy show. I’m here to learn and be inspired, not turned off by negative and very immature people. You and Jillian had the chemistry together. Please bring her back and bring back the original motivation and positive attitude of The Biggest Loser!

Bob,

I love you but this season is working my last nerve. I’ve never wanted to smack someone so bad and I do Conda and Kim. Conda’s attitude needs to go. I agree with Christine’s post above, I’d love for Jillian to show up and ask Conda WTF is wrong with her? That girl has no heart. I understand that she probably has a slew of issues that cause her to be this way but give me a break. I don’t care for how nasty everyone is to each other and didn’t think Conda’s comments to you and Dolvett were appropriate. I’m not sure I want to watch this mess anymore. That’s what is has turned into, a hot mess. Not sure if that is the direction that NBC wants the show to go because they think the drama and all the negativity will attract more people or what. From the posts above, I don’t think so. Keep up the good work Bob, we love you!

I have been a loyal watcher since season 1, however I cannot sit through this season any longer. All the nastiness, the petty behavior and the disrespect shown by the contestants and worse yet, YOU, is too much. The way you look at Dolvett is ridiculous. He is a trainer, and a good one, and probably a nice person. You look like a diva, Bob. You are nothing like the Bob from season 1 or 2. You disappoint me. The fact that NBC allows the likes of Conda to be on my tv is even worse. I don’t need to see selfish, unappreciative brats like her. I need to see hard working, WORTHY contestants. Please change things, and change your attitude, Bob. It isn’t becoming.

Really dislike the hpw the contestants “welcomed” back the aqua team. Very dissapointed in this season, the contestants are unthankful and unmotivating. Where are the lovable contestants? Like Abby from a few seasons back. Those are the people who touch your heart, not an attitude filled drama queen like Conda. She makes me want to turn the TV off.

I am extremely disappointed in the BL this season. My husband and I have watched it together every week for the last 5 years, but I am finished for this year. In the past, by the time I finished watching each episode, I was motivated for keep working hard during the coming week. This year, it has not been enjoyable or motivating in the least. This season has been billed as the “No Excuses” season – instead, the theme seems to be “pissed off” – - I can’t begin to count the number of times each week that the contestants and trainers have used that phrased to complain that someone has annoyed them. The joy is totally gone – I have many other things to do with my time that would be more beneficial than continuing to watch this season.

Hi Bob,

I think everyone should give you a break you are only human. Every one has days like these and the only diffrence is we are not on tv.

That being said I do agree that Conda needs to have a big chat with someone that can turn her head from everyone else and onto her own problems and the weight she needs to lose because there are a lot of people that would have liked to be where she is.

Now I would like to THANK YOU BIG TIME!! 2 yrs ago I decided (partly because of the show) that I was going to start to walk every day and did it slowly I started to get your DVD’S and have been working on them on a regular basis. when I started my weight was 360 Today I am at 228 and have changed the way I eat and the way I spend my time. I have just joined the BLC and am now learning all the health and counting part of taking off the rest and keeping it off so thank you again and hang in there
Sharon

Many years ago, after watching BL for the first time, I began ridding myself of the emotional, mental, and physical pollutants. There have been a few contestants over the years who have been distasteful, but Conda is the absolute worst! Watching her is emotionally/mentally equivalent to seeing trash scattered across a beautiful park. I think before she can get the full benefits of BL, she needs to rid herself of the pollutants she obviously carries with therapy or Jillian. I believe that those who seek help for obesity deserves a shot, but I can only conclude that if she stays around much longer she’ll pollute the whole house and keep the other contestants from achieving their goal.

Thank you for writing this. It gives me hope that this season may be saved, IMO. And it makes me want to keep watching, this season and other seasons!

Bob, I’ve been a fan of the show for a long time but several of the cast members this season are extremely off-putting. And I have to say, I think the eating challenges are extremely inappropriate, even though I sort of understand the rationale behind them. I would rather be inspired by the show than watch all that pettiness and drama. After working all day, who wants to watch a bunch of people fighting? (Well, I know some people actually DO, but I don’t.) I think you are very level-headed on the show. But it is, after all, a TV show so I can’t felt but feel that without a certain amount of drama, you wouldn’t HAVE a show.

I’ve written to NBC, joined some sort of Consumer Panel (?), and tweeted about this. And, I’ll say it here too: NBC – Please Stop the Ruin of Biggest Loser.

Maybe it’s the editing, maybe it’s the contestants, maybe (but I don’t think?) it’s because Jillian is gone… but whatever it is, it needs to change. No one wants to watch rampant negativity, bad attitudes, people dropping out like flies, in a show that has before now inspired and motivated millions of people.

I can’t see any of these contestants “Paying it Forward” like in past seasons. The producers need to remember what the show is about. And if you have no positive footage, Make Some. Or, please stop the show. I was a devoted fan for 12 years, but even I don’t want to watch this mess.

I was surprised to see Crossfit make an appearance here. Part of me is worried that between BL and Reebok we are going to see too many obese folks try the WOD and hurt themselves. But, I love to see Bob’s modifications to the WODs.

BL– Please show more workouts. A real opportunity was missed when you only showed us 2 exercises that can be done without a gym. (I hope this wasn’t because of the Planet Fitness endorsement this season??) Please get back to your mission statement. Take responsibility for what you are putting on the air – we are here to learn. This isn’t the Real Housewives!

Hi Bob, I have watched every season of the Biggest Loser. In the past it had a lot of movtivation and inspiration for viewers. This season has none. I realize the drama we are seeing is due to the way it is being edited but I hope whoever does that has been made aware of how it is affecting the viewers. What I can’t understand how this behavior was allowed to go for 5 long weeks. As the theme states so well (No Excuses) then why as everyone(you included to a degree) make excuses for Conda and Kim? I have been with people for extended periods of time in stressful situations(bacpacking in mountains and wilderness) and at no time did I have to deal with the meaness and *itchness of a Kim and Conda!! If stress and being in bubble is the reason why hasn’t this been seen in other seasons. Idid post the BL Facebook my concern for the direction show is going but cannot find my comments on there anymore. So that said I for one am not going to watch the show until Kim and Conda have been sent home. I just hope the contestants who are there for the right reason don’t go before those mean and rude people!! By the way former contestants Arthur(season 11) and Matt and Suzie(season 2) have stated on their blogs how mean and rude Kim and Conda and acting.

I won’t go over again about Conda/Kim and all the negativity and how it’s made me not want to watch until things change – all the folks above have covered it quite well.

But I do want to talk about the balance between the trainers. I adore you, Bob, and would give anything to have you as a trainer. Dolvett is okay, but he just doesn’t effect me the same way. With Jillian gone, having two male trainers just doesn’t work for me. Kim Lyons didn’t fit, Cara didn’t fit… but I do think that having one guy one woman as trainers balances the contestants’ needs better than having two men. I would love to see the show go all-out in finding a woman trainer who is similar to Jillian in style… or, of course, to bring Jillian back. (But seeing how she is focusing on starting a family, that probably won’t occur. Also, in various articles she’s quoted in, some of the drama as in this season and lack of a “360 view” of the BL process seems to be a sticking point with her. But sure would be great to have her back. The chemistry between you two is fantastic.)

If the directors/producers think that an appearance alpha male fighting between you and Dolvett is appealing to viewers and ratings… I’d say they’re quite wrong.

I have watched EVERY season and EVERY episode… sad to say this will be the last episode this season. I consider it my “TV guilty pleasure” since my family is only allowed 3 hours of TV per week. I love the feeling I get from seeing contestants like Shay, Sunshine, Sam, and others reach their milestones with courage and dignity.
After this episode I was in a bad, negative mood. I don’t care about the “after shot” when they look all hot at the finale, it’s about the journey to me.
This reminded me of watching bad reality TV, not the BL I have come to love.

With this show taking a nose dive and Extreme Home Makeover being cancelled I guess it’s time to cut out TV for our family entirely.

I appreciate what you have said here, Bob. This is positive and inspirational stuff, unlike The Biggest Loser, which is stressing me out with the hateful content. Rudy from season 8 also stressed me out, with how he spoke to Shay.

I fear that the show will continue to focus on interpersonal drama because it draws interest from the viewers. But upsetting your viewers is the worst way to engage them.

You said that speaking up does matter, especially if it’s followed by action. I don’t want to join TBL club at nbc.com to be able to speak up there (don’t want to make them think they’re getting a bigger audience with the new, negative format), so I hope that you, Bob, will pass along the message: cut out the negativity or this viewer will stop watching. Put in a more positive way: inspire us, delight us, show us success and happiness!

Keep in mind, NBC, that we viewers can watch on TV or on Hulu, where you get your ad revenue, or we can purposely switch to watching bootleg versions where you get nothing. So don’t think that just because you’ve got us hooked on the entertainment, that we can’t still boycott you!

I was so disgusted with the contestants and the appearance of zero intervention from Bob, Dolvett or Allison that I have removed The Biggest Looser from my DVR for the first time, EVER!
What is up with allowing Conda and Kim to hold onto the tread mill when they work out? What happened to GET YOUR HANDS OFF MY TREADMILL? Just done this season….I don’t like that kind of drama, never did, never will…I will check out next season, If there is one, and see how it goes from there. Good Luck..

I’m not generally a fan of reality TV, because it’s usually produced with anxiety-inducing levels of drama and backstabbing. But Biggest Loser was different. It didn’t focus on the petty (and, as you’ve said, inevitable) squabbles in the house. The focus was always on the weight loss journey. The positive vibes kept me watching for several seasons and inspired me to focus on improving my own physical fitness.

Unfortunately, this season has been very different. I’m not sure if it’s the editing or the casting (it’s probably some combination of the two). There are a couple contestants who are simply toxic, and all the emphasis on them has completely turned me off. I assume the producers have gone this route because it has a proven track record on other reality shows, but that’s never been what TBL was all about.

I have watched Biggest Loser from day one, season one. The game playing I don’t really understand why , but they do anyways. I also thought perhaps Jillian’s mother could be on a show like she was once before. Since that is her field, she could talk to Condo and Kim. Now I am really disappointed in the Biggest Loser and why they leave Condo and Kim get away with such hatred. Like some teachers have said ,”WE try and teach our children not to Bully, but here you have 2 contestants who do it constantly. I am like most , I am looking forward to when she is eliminated from the show. One thing is for sure if she does get to #4, the people would never vote her top 3. We know the show is taped far ahead but the editing can still be done. Condo wouldn’t be able to get away with this with Jillian, she wouldn’t have it. I do love the show, it helps me but am disappointed as how the show, (and have all the exercises tapes) have let the Aqua team be so treated badly. Last year’s team was nice people, but Julie was one of the nicest from way back. Thanks Bob, for addressing this.

Bob…You are always an inspiration and great motivator. But we’ve honestly seen you more frustrated this season as well. There seems to be tension between you and the “other” trainer. It seems to be more game play than ever…or at least more of them playing the game in one season than we’ve seen before. This group seems to not be sincere…I’m not sure. I can’t exactly put my finger on it. We love you Bob…keep up the good work and don’t get to caught up in. Though I imagine if I were in that house I’d get kicked off for smackin’ someone. lol Thank you for all you do. P.S. We don’t blame you…we think the network is intentionally choosing specific types to create more drama. Well..to the network I say..you’ll get your ratings..just get the people who really care more about their life than they do a moment of tv time or the money.

Hi Bob,

I am a runner, and I have watched the first 12 seasons of BL for the inspiration/fitness tips/motivation. If I wanted drama and negativity, I would watch The Bachelor, Jersey Shore, or any other trashy reality show out there. BL used to be better, but this season has become too difficult to watch. Too much nastiness and drama. Too little inspiration, kindness, and seeing contestants gain confidence and build each other up.

I will no longer be watching Season 13, and am hoping for better from Season 14. If things continue on the same path, you’ll lose many of us long-time fans.

Please share all of these comments with the producers. The show needs to rediscover its direction and voice.

Bob;
Over the years I have enjoyed watching Biggest Loser since season 1. I enjoy watching both you and dolvett but this season the hate and gossip has gotten out of hand. I find it bordering on racial bias and yes I realize how difficult living together in the same house can be but that difficulty has always been there and on previous seasons it was handled with empathy and companionship for some reason this red team is unable or choose not to. Even if they win this season is it in fact a true win when its at the expense of others but more importantly at their own expense do they really want american viewers to view them as hate mongers or as someone who can bring it forward as an inspiration to so many others. Come on guys lets pull this together.

For me, it’s Conda’s whining, complaining, and divisiveness that is turning me off about the show. We need Jillian back to sqash that. Men and women approach things very differently, and I think it is a better balance to have a woman and a man as trainers.

I liked this last epiode feb 7th, it was better, your the greatest Bob

Bob, I just have a couple of things I have to bring up. I think Dolvett is a jerk! He has an attitude, he steals your workouts, you even got upset on the show about it, and his attitude toward his team isn’t as encouraging as your attitude to the black team. I know to each his own, but still. I don’t care if you guys swear at the contestants, something has to get them moving after all, and besides sometimes it helps to swear during a workout for some reason. There is always one contestant, this year it is Conda, that is a constant complainer, and has a negative effect on pretty much everyone. I for one can’t wait for her to get the boot! Back to Dolvett, and his attitude. He is a sore loser!! No one likes to lose, and your team suffer the consequences, you, if they lose. But if Dolvett isn’t winning every time he is not happy, not even when someone overcomes an obstacle. I think it also isn’t helping the attitude of the red team, and the constant competition. A person can learn a lot from losing, and I really think this years contestants need to be reminded of that fact.

HI Bob,
This season just isn’t the BL that we are used to. I hope it changes back soon. I haven’t found any motivation or inspiration at all this season. I am disappointed about that. I am in the process of trying to loose several pounds. Generally, BL brings motivation to me. I am really really tired of the drama in the house, lack of support for each other. I think her name is Condo, she is the biggest starter of causing strife! She needs to take a good long look at herself, and not worry about anyone else. Get rid of her, you may have a show that we are used to seeing. I hope it changes sooner than later. Later may be to late for me. I am giving it one more episode if it doesn’t quit, I quit watching BL. I will give it another chance next season.

Bob, I am one of the people that just does not like the negativity. And I find you incredibly inspirational as I continue on my journey to becoming a healthier individual. So that being said, I’m taking your advice and visiting the BL website and letting them know how I feel.

Please continue to be the inspiration that you have been to so many people. THANK YOU!

And any chance you plan to do a guest visit a gym in Boston – if so please, please, please let me know!

Bob,

Thanks for this blog post. I am completely discouraged with BL. I love watching all the trainers work but this turn to focus on conflict and hostility has gotten old and frankly, I see enough of that in real life! I want to be inspired. I want to see the workouts, learn about what they are eating, the changes going on inside of them, the fun challenges.

Bob,

I’d be willing to bet that in other seasons there’s been alot of this same drama, the producers have just chosen not to show it. Now they are and the audience is not liking it one bit, myself included. I prefer seeing the inspiration, the AHA moments if you will, with these contestants. It inspires the rest of us. The drama only turns people off from the show, that will result in many many people not seeing the inspiration and drive that you and Dolvette are trying so hard to get across to these contestants and the folks at home that need it. I really hope the producers rethink the next season, the drama is not what people turn in to watch. They need to change the focus before they loose viewers permanently.

What happened to the yellow line at weigh-ins? I think it should be brought back.

What troubles me is that there is so much focus on the junior high behavior that there are some contestants that I did not even realize were THERE until a week or so back. Like Kimmy — did NOT really notice her until the elimination last week. I hope that by the end of the season Conda can have sorted things out with herself and can address her own problems instead of taking it out on everybody… I actually liked her in the beginning and then it became apparent that every time there was a conflict, guess who was involved?

And you got all mad when Dolvett used some of your training methods… You could try taking that as a compliment. The trainers are supposed to be above the cattiness. I adore you, but Dolvett is doing a better job at staying out of it than you are, at least according to the limited shots I’ve seen on BL.

I think I am more disapionted that the show let a team descide to kick someone off the show ,only because they say he was causing trouble..When the trainer himself, shows up with a list of of conda`s whiney complaints, but since she has been on the ranch longer not one thing is said to her to straighten her up or else…Why is that ????? Has someone been paid off to only keep the ones on the show who the sponsers want to be there till the end ??? If it quacks like a duck , and smells like a duck maybe we are suppose to see a cow.. Thats what the sponsers think of us, the general public..I was bullied and was a outsider during my middle and high school days, so it looks so familiar to me to watch what happened to Adrian..How much conflict and turmoil has Conda caused so far this season ?? Why dont they punish her for that ?? Do you have to whine to get ahead at the ranch ?? I think it might be because Adrian would`nt kiss there butt ,might make sense also..Adrians team to me was like a communist counrty, if you dont walk the tight rope and kiss butt, you are out of here..I have watch so many other cocky people on the biggest loser over the years , and never seen anyone thrown under the bus so easily..My mom always taught me that what comes around, goes around..Which means simply ,if you think you are getting away with something bad now, it will come back and bite you on the butt..Jilian would never put up with this crap..We will in an imperfect world, with our morels and common sense going down the toilet , more every day..Sighned, A disapionted fan..

Bob,

As a trainer, I can’t imagine the pressure you, and Dolvett are under trying to navigate through all the emotional baggage of these contestants. In the past seasons, I saw 2 trainers working on the heart of their issues, however, this season it appears that the trainers themselves are working through their own “issues”. The competitiveness between you and Dolvett reminds me of the competitiveness that goes on between the trainers at my own gym. Frankly, I don’t like it, and that is the single reason I stopped training. Somewhere along the road it became about the trainers ego. Don’t get me wrong Bob, I love you and wish that I had had someone like you and Jillian to mentor me when I was training, but so far this season I’m missing Jillian and the common thread you and she had, which was to get the contestants on the right track. I can’t imagine what Jillian would do with Conda!!!! That I would watch, and enjoy! That girl needs to get kicked out of the gym permanently if she can’t get her poop in a group. Holy Cow…. I know how I would react to that negative, disrespectful, miserable woman.

I’m sure the editing for the show has a lot to do with how the show comes out, but they need to edit in some positive, motivational, and encouraging contestants. I had to turn away from the tv last night for the first time since the show started. That makes me sad.

As for the crossfit. Nicely done! I do have to say, I love to see you encourage, and get the most out of your team, and talk about taking them out of their comfort zone. Wow! You could see their confidence last night at the challenge. Mind over matter right? What was that line you use on them? Something about Chaos? I loved it, and wish I would have written it down.

Work your magic Bob, and bring this show back to what really counts!

Thanks for the blog and I am glad that you can see the lack of inspiration happening with this season. I watch the show to be inspired with my own journey and the way this season is going I would not recommend it to anyone. It has surprised me how the red team fell for Conda’s drama towards Adrian. To hear them talk about how tight they are as a team, I don’t see it. I don’t see the black team as a tight group/team either. No one is stepping up to cheer anyone else on or anything that resembles a team. Even though Adrian ended out getting very defensive (and I understand why) I think the red team (conda) gave Adrian a raw deal. I am worried about Santa as all the drama seems to be wearing him out. He is becoming very quiet and tired looking dealing with such a drama induced group. Kimmy is a quiet bystander as well. I will keep watching because I know from so many seasons before that this is not the usual. I learn watching the different exercises. I like learning more about the food and there was a great tip by you I have shared with many in the last week! (Walk a mile, beat your time and add on miles)Anyway, I think I shared my two cents worth. Keep pushing through it will get easier and better!

Red Team needs to go down all but Santa.

I turned it off last night. I turned it back on to watch the weigh in and then turned it back off again. Conda is ridiculous, like being back in high school. The fact of the matter is, they did not give Adrian a chance. Shame on the producers for the non stop highlights of Conda drama.

I’ve been watching The Biggest Loser for a while now and I have to say that this is the WORST season ever. I totally understand what you are saying about the contestants being closed off from the world around them with no tv, phone, internet, etc., but WOW. And yes, I get that people get on each others’ nerves after spending time with them day in and day out under those circumstances- we’ve seen it in every season to date at some point or another. But the way the members jab at one another this season just reminds me of High School and the drama there. There doesn’t seem to be much camaraderie on either team! Seriously, it’s immature and difficult to watch. I like your motivation, your training, your positive influence on the show, Bob, but it even seems to me that all of this is being overshadowed by the negativity. If the network is after ratings, they should have no problem getting them from people who thrive on the drama. Personally, I think it’s discouraging and detracts from the real reason behind the show. And I thought last season was tough to watch… yikes- this season is WORSE. I hope it turns around soon or I’ll be waiting until next season to see another episode!

I was very disappointed in the episode, and for how this season is turning out. While the competiton is part of the show (they are there to win money after all) this season seems to lack the team spirit of previous seasons. I have only seen the 2 seasons prior to this one. But the other were more fun to watch because even though everyone was on separate team they all cheered each other on! I will still watch just to see how it plays out but I am very disappointed in the immaturity level that is being shown. And not just from Conda and Kim, but from the young boys and how they treat Chris and so on.

I too do not like the tone of this season. I watch to be inspired. I can’t take all the negativity. All my co-workers who watch feel the same way. Please don’t turn this into another drama-fest reality show. This is the only tv show I actually look forward to watching and would hate to have to stop watching.

I think the red team needs to pull together and work as a team. Yes Adrian probably could listen a little more but Conda plants negativity into the team. They say I cannot vote for my “family”. Do they realize if they plan on staying to the end eventually they have to vote off each other. This should not be based around a game but rather about getting their health back and everyone should be encouraging everyone.

Hi Bob, I know that you or Dolvette are not that blind to what is happening…We as the viewers only see what the camera wants us to see…You guys see everyday..! I can sit here and point fingers and throw out accusations..but what good would that do..right?..Point being..Im not watching the show to get all worked up over game play..Im watching the show, so I can stay motivated in my weight loss journey..Yes, its diheartened to see alot of backbiting..But the BL has had it before..My husband and I watch the workouts..and we take it with us to the gym…So, its almost like having you there..So good job..! Thanks for letting me vent..

Hi Bob,

Well I see the drama continues,,,conda/Kim are whiney, a bullies,and needs to focus in on why they are there. To get healthy, lose the weight and hopefully during their journey they will realize how mean they both are to Adrian. Unfricken believeable! I’m so pissed right now!They continue to get away with being disrespectful to Adrian and watch next week it’ll be Daphne! Stop the whining focus on your journey Conda/Kim not on how someone else works out, how they workout….Maybe this is all for the ratings???If so it doesn’t look good,,,I prefer the inspiritional words and work outs that I can manage at home.Thank you!!!

I watch this show for motivation and tips. This season has just been one nasty incident after another. Too much drama. Need to show more positive events and less of the bullying. Adrian wasn’t even given a chance. I feel bad for him but he’s doing great at home. I also don’t particularly like the food challenges. Not fair to put temptation in front of people who have struggled for years with food. One more thing….what’s with the competition between you and Dovett? I wish they would bring back Jillian….you two made a great team!

I have faithfully watched the Biggest Loser every season. Every season there has to be at least one person who makes your stomach turn. This season that would be Conda for me. She has been very negative, not only to Adrian, but to many other people on the show. She sits there saying that they don’t need the drama Adrian is bringing to the ranch, when she’s the one who is manipulative and hateful. She has soured her team members against each other. Doesn’t anyone see this? I wish Jillian were there, she would in no way shape or form put up with the kind of drama. Conda should be kicked off the show, or made so busy exercising every minute of the day by herself so that she would be too tired to spit poison at anyone. She should be called Anaconda, because she’s just a big fat snake waiting to see who she could attack. This is not the same show that I and millions have grown to love throughout the years. I have lost 70 pounds. I always looked forward to BL for inspiration and motivation. This year, all this drama makes me just want to eat out of stress. I love you Bob, but I think that the network needs to take the focus off you and Dolvett and all this drama and focus on weight loss, easy to make recipes, and workouts. I want so of the old BL motivation. You and Jillian were excellent together. You were both competitive with each other, but you also had each others backs. That’s what I want to see. So let’s focus and get this program back on track. Love you!

Hello Bob
I am glad to read that people are speaking up about the negativity of Conda, she is not a team player and has been critical and judgemental about many contestants from day 1. This is not what the show is about. The only red team player who is at all respectable is Santa, he is a 60 year old man giving his best effort. I appreciate the effort Kim put into leading the group in the gym this week but she also needs to check her attitude.

Your talk to the black team about being a team and supporting one another was excellent. Good job!

I think Adrian displayed an inspirtational effort especially given the fact he has lost 90 of his 100 lbs. at home!! Good job Adrian.

I agree. Adrian and his sister came in and both the teams had “sneers” instead of “welcome back” on their faces. BOTH teams were “cold” and non receptive as though they were dissappointed to see the “aqua” team return!! They knew somebody was coming back so WTW?!! Although loud and obnoxious, if Adrian was bragging to anyone it was to the coaches! To me all that talk was to prove he was ready and worthy of the opportunity ~ and I’d certainly want somebody on my team with the desire to lose weight and be a part of the team but these guys weren’t given a chance from the git-go!!! To tell somebody to just workout and “shut up ~ don’t talk” is demeaning. Adrian was always smiling. Adrian did what he was supposed to do in the challenges and he stood up like a “MAN” and defended himself when the entire “RED” team treated him like a child. If they can get away with telling Adrian to “shut up ~ don’t talk” – now that he’s gone maybe somebody will tell CONDA to “shut up ~ don’t talk” and see if she’ll do it!! Of course not!! Of all the seasons, I think CONDA should be tagged as the absolute WORSE Biggest Loser participant in the history of program!! Bring the sisters back from last year and have them put that little weezle in her place. I know all previous Biggest Loser participants cannot believe this crap!!

I want to see the yellow line come back and if you haven’t done the work that week, then you are in danger of going home. You shouldn’t have to worry about people in the house liking you or drama, if the yellow line is there it can cut out a lot of the drama and backstabbing. I also miss that the couples are separated from each other. I always enjoyed the couples season more than the singles and with them being separated it’s not a true couples season.

I agree! There seems to be much more drama this season and it is getting a little annoying. I can understand the drama keeps most people watching and it is a “reality” show but it would be nice to have it balanced with the inspirational messages that keep most of us motivated to make the lifestyle changes needed to stay or get healthy.

I have watched the Biggest Loser since season 1 and this far by the WORST season ever with the contestants and Conda being the trouble maker, I do not like how the aqua team has been treated then Adrian got voted off this week, Iknow he said his opinion alot and was kinda loud but he was never gave the chance and yes he d id a good job losing weight but nobody wanted to see that, this is just the worst red team ever, then this season is all about no excuses and that is all Conda does and then Joe quiting that was even worse, there are so many people who would just love the chance to be on the show and get worked like crazy to better our health and get in shape like myself but people like the contestants on here got the spotlight….im so irrate about this season, just wish i was one of the contestants.well here is what I think about everything for now lol enjoy your night…

I totally get what you stated in your blog. Sometimes though I think the producers encourage the drama, afterall it is T.V. Then I feel as if these people should learn from their mistakes and constructive criticism. Millions are watching. This season is not nearly as mean as the one with Heba. Her and her husband the clique they formed were so mean and the most hateful I had seen on the show. I was so surprised that they were allowed to go on the way they did. This season I don’t have a favorite and that kind of bothers me, I keep waiting and it hasn’t happened.

Bob,
I actually am enjoying your team pretty much. It’s Dolvetts team I can’t stomach esp Conda and Kimmy. Those girls are just drama causing fools and I don’t like anything about them. The only person I actually like from the red team is “Santa Claus”. The guys were not so bad in the beginning but now they’re slowly starting to follow in the negativity and it drives me wild.

I truly enjoy you and what you do for your team. It makes me smile and be so proud when you guys win and move on. Less drama is included and its a good match. Yeah more inspiration could be used on the show as a whole but I don’t think you’re doing anything wrong. You’re respectful and give them an extra push. In fact after catching up last night you actually showed up in my dreams giving me a chance to work out with you for a week. LOL Keep doing the great things you’re doing. I love your intensity and how much you’re into the hwole aspect of the show.

I love to watch the show and have been for years now. It has helped me stay motivated as inspired as I work towards my own weight loss. I have to agree with others though. This season is not as inspiring. The negativity is unhealthy and I really feel like some of the contestants are bullies. It is really sad to see adults behave in such an immature manner. The negativity has to be interfering with everyone’s success rate on the ranch. I agree that spending too much time with one group of people can result in frustration, but that is no excuse for being plain hurtful. It’s called human decency.

To end on a positive note…Bob, I love ya! You are truly a motivator and a teacher. Thank you.

Hi Bob, it is all about joy … bring these people to joy and they will loose weight, gain confidence and make better choices in their futures inside and outside the bubble.

Bob,

I have been a religious fan of Biggest Loser for years now and out of every season watched, this one furthest from what the show has always been about. This show is about changing your life, being motivated and inspired to be healthy, challenging yourself, and achieving breakthroughs. All I see are contestants that honestly don’t deserve to be on the show. I know there are thousands that would love to be in their shoes, and would take it a lot more seriously. I understand the reasoning you mentioned, and that perhaps the producers are failing to display more of the “good” less dramatic moments. But displaying bullying and drama is only going to ruin the reputation of this show and completely go against what it’s supposed to be about. I tried to give this season a chance, I really did. But each episode got worse and became more difficult to watch. I think the producers of this show need to cast more carefully next time, because I believe a lot of the problem this season is the contestants themselves. They are taking advantage of a life changing situation, not taking their lives seriously, whining, complaining, and being downright foul to one another. I’m frankly embarassed to watch. I love you Bob and always will! But I am no longer a fan of what the producers and show of Biggest Loser has become.

Bob,
I am so glad you are talking about this, and yes I really hope NBC will do something about this. I used to love watching the Biggest Loser, and would watch it with my children. And yes, there usually was one person on each season that I didn’t like because they were to nasty or “playing the game” too much. But mostly it WAS my favorite show and I could hardly wait to go out and exercise and eat right immediately after watching. Now, I find myself not only uninspired, but mostly aggrivated and feeling mad! I also feel like others who have stated that the show is now concentrating on the “drama.” Please, please, please, help them to change the show back to the way it was! I miss the inspiration. I will not watch this any longer if it continues this way!

Hi Bob,

I love the biggest loser and watching it helps me become motivated to attempt to achieve what I see them achieving. This season I am totally turned off. There are always one or two people who are irritating but this season it terrible. It really upsets me how the red team, especially the two women, treat Adrian. He walked in and was treated terrible and never given a chance. what bothers me is hearing trainers condone the terrible behavior instead of trying to point out that they had to work hard to lose the large amount of weight to get back on the show. I understand getting caught up in it but by condoning it is encouraging it because they look to you for support and motivation. I thought it was terrible when Dolvett told Adrian how to get along with the team but never did I ever hear a trainer tell the rest of the team anything to encourage them to give Adrian a chance. This season has me upset instead of motivated. This is the most demotivating season since the start. They are the most disrespectful group of people I have seen and it really hurts what the show trys to portray. I know several people who will never watch the show again because of it. The show is really off track. I know the season is already filmed but Bob, I really hope you can help make sure next season is on track. I will not watch another season like this one. This is not what I tune in for. I love everything you stand for Bob and have total respect for you. Lets get it back to being inspirational and motivating.

Bob, I have a great deal of respect for you, Allison, and Jillian. I know that your heart is at a place that wants to see the lives of people like me (43 and 485 lbs with alot of medical problems) radically changes. I have stopped watching the show, not because of you or because of the loss of Jillian, instead I stopped because I got discouraged watching these other obese individuals acting in a way that was not appreciative of the chance they had sitting in front of them to be in a place like the biggest loser ranch working with Jillian and you, and Dr. H. I don’t like the competition part of the show because each person who is in my situation is already competing with a clock. I wish you AND Jillian could do something that was conducive to helping me see that exercise is worth the pain, and frustration, and that eating healthy does not have to seem like a foriegn language I am not equipped or programmed to learn. And help people without there having to be a risk of being “sent home” when you need to be working with your “trainer” the most. The Biggest Loser went from being a motivational tool, to a source for my Father to verbally abuse me, and compare me to all the other contestants without ever thinking about what it is like to walk in my shoes. The show has become a discouragement and depresses me, I get angry and wish that some of those people would show some gratitude. They signed up to be on your show, they are adults, they can behave better. Being deprived of your drug of choice is no excuse for rudeness.

Kim N. made a comment that she did not think it was fair for the aqua team to have another chance on the ranch. If that is what the producers chose to do, who is she to decide that they do not deserve a 2nd chance…Right from the start of the aqua team coming back Kim N. and Condo have been so nasty to Adrian. He was right the other night when he said that he was not given a chance. Everyone is very judgmental this season and I am very disappointed. I used to really look forward to watching “The Biggest Loser”…This season, not so much! If the attitudes and comraderia does not change, I will be tuning out until next season. The last few seasons, everyone has been so supportive of each other, and really grew to be like family…What went wrong this season to make everyone so judgmental??

I have loved the show from the beginning. Yes, each season there was always 1 person that I could not stand, but this season is horrible. Too many backstabbers, complainers, etc. After last night’s show, I asked myself why did I just waste 2 hours of my time. I pretty much knew what would probably happen. Adrian lost 9 lbs his second week and it was thought he should have lost more? Why weren’t they reminded how much they lost the 2nd week? The very fact no one accepted him or his sister is so selfish. They certainly deserve the chance to become healthy also….BUT the almighty dollar has taken over. I’m afraid there won’t be many more seasons of B.L., too many people are no longer watching.

I think the contestants need to focus on their weight loss and why they wanted to come to the ranch and stop focusing on all the head games. I have always felt this show is so inspirational, but its far too much drama this season!

Bob…I have to say that BL is one of my favorite shows, I have always looked forward to watching, and when I can’t I make sure that it is recorded…but this season of “No excuses” has been very disappointing. I understand that in the end this is a game..but, the RED team this year makes the show extremely hard to watch….except for Santa, they are all ridiculous! They are so sadly different from last seasons group..that group was so caring and kind…they truly cared about each other and didn’t spew the venom that these contestants are. I like millions others would be so grateful to have you guys as trainers and help them on there journey…some of us have to do this on our own…and it is attainable….I in part because of BL have lost 84 lbs since June and am still going…but, have to say because of the BS of the red team will most likely not tune in until next season….SADLY!

Bob, I think you are great. That being said. I have watched every show from the beginning. The first couple of seasons there was a lot of bickering and it was about the game. Then a few seasons ago something changed and it started being more of a team and everyone (for the most part) trying to help each other. Giving up prizes to other players and just all around inspiration. But now that Juilian has moved on and they are trying out other trainers. It has been like starting all over again. Still like what you are doing I just wish they would show your good side more. Dolvett needs to be more about the people on the show and less about himself (my machines, my gym, my, my, my, my.). It is the about the people loosing weight and feeling good about themselves. Lets get over the petty crap. But I do think once Conda and Aiden are gone that it will be better. One more thing, don’t care for the change in gym. To much stuff in it.

First thing…I think what you and the biggest loser are doing is awesome. You have touched so many lives and changed them for the better. I have a hard time watching this season due to all of the drama. I end up waiting 40 min so I can fast forward through that. I do miss some of the more inspirational testimonies and break throughs that happen. I loved you sitting down with Megan and talking about her life and how she wants to horseback ride. I don’t get the negativity with Aqua coming back and Conda. I feel she needs a good kick in the rear. Everyone has said it but you and Jillian were awesome together. I loved how even though you had teams, you would train or talk to another member on the opposite team from time to time. It’s a competition but at the end of the day you were both on the same side to help regain their lives.

I love you are bringing crossfit into the workouts. As a fitness instructor you have inspired me to bring crossfit style to my bootcamp class. Keep doing what you are doing! LOVE YOU BOB!

Sorry, most of the people this season are spending too much time being petty and nasty instead of focusing on their journey and losing weight. The people quitting the show is unacceptable. So many would give up so much for this opportunity and to just throw it away is bad.

The bold faced lying this week regarding the elimination was sorry.

The elimination process needs to be re-worked. I don’t think the contestants should have the right to say who goes.

At this point I may have to stop watching.

Bob,
I have no idea if you read these or not, but here it goes. I started Crossfit two years ago at age 40 at 305 (6 foot 3). P.S. I had never watched the Biggest Loser at that point because I assumed it exploited fat people like me. One year later, I was at a svelte 225 and in the best shape of my life. More importantly, I had more confidence than ever before. My first “Fran” was a total bastardization of the real WOD. My trainer made sure I stayed safe in my movements, but let me do my scaled version but kept the INTENT of INTENSITY so I could feel Fran as the bitch that she is. It worked. It also worked on Fight Gone Bad, the Filthy Fifty, and every other benchmark WOD. He helped me understand the intent and scaled it appropriate for my fitness level. Also, I forgot to mention I only have 1 fully functioning arm, so we modify a lot of lifts too. The point is, Glassman’s concept it at its FINEST with people that can’t perform it as an Rx WOD. It SCALES to people but puts them through such a mental and physical challenge that they WANT to get better. I think what you did was dead on the original spirit of Crossfit and I commend you for it. I saw a couple of your team members step change their belief in themselves this week (at least as much as TV editing allows us to see the true picture.) If my trainer had been so focused on Rx and not helping me scale, my 1 armed fat ass would have only last a week. Instead, it’s two years at my target weight and running faster, and lifting more than I ever have…. at 42 years old. I know it’s all already shot and edited, but here’s to hoping you kept it going all season.

I’m like most and not a big fan of the drama. I started tuning in to see people get inspired like I did. I fast forward through the bullshit (thank God for DVRs) and focus on the moments that matter. I know you don’t edit or decide on the tone of the show, so just keep inspiring your team and the good stuff will shine on through.

P.P.S. Don’t sip the Crossfit Kool-Aid too much… it makes you buy over-priced apparel and equipment…

Bob, I don’t know if you’ll get the chance to read this but if you do I wanna say GOOD JOB! I APPRECIATE your honesty here on your blog and also with how you train and interact with your team. Emotional honesty is hard to find these days and it’s refreshing to see yours. Thank you for that. Also, I wouldn’t ever even think to criticize your training techniques… let me explain. I began doing CrossFit in October of last year. Those workouts are no joke and not only require strength and a good cardio vascular system but also (and my biggest challenge) focus and dedication on learning technique! Man! I NEVER realized how many mental barriers I have! Crossfit has been a HUGE reality check for me. I agree with you that it’s not just a body thing but mind, body and soul because it does strengthen your self worth as challenges are overcome. That being said, I’ve heard people criticize you for not correcting your teams form during FRAN. ARE YOU KIDDING ME PEOPLE??? Have you NeVer been a newbie and your flexibility and strength at prescribed level??? Really??? Ever gotten that low in a squat with a big belly in your way? As a beginner my trainers OFTEN modify my workouts and other newbies as we increase our strength and mobility. I’m PROUD to say that TONIGHT I did our “Pre Crossfit Games” WOD as prescribed! My AMRAP’s weren’t the highest but I feel AWESOME that I did it without modifications. Anywho, GO BOB!!!! We need all the experience and knowlege you can share and I’m cheering you on!

I am not going to watch the rest of season 13. Tonight was it for me. I do not care about these people at all.
I hope Adrian wins the home game and his poor sister is able to hang in there.
But I am upset after watching the last weeks and that is not why I watch this show.
I think Adrian got defensive because they were all so hostile to him from the minute he came back in. Conda is a total b-tch and trouble maker, she needs to go.
She is horrible. The red team is shameful. No one stood up or even tried to be nice to Adrian. I find the people this time so unappealing. I am going to quit watching season 13, and hope for a better group next time.
This the worst group in general ever. And the trainers are not showing the leadership and calling out these rude mean people like they should be. Bubble or not, rude and nasty behavior should be obvious in the “dailies” and why did not one even care to stop it. This is not what I expect from BL.

Bob,

I love you!! I also respect your ownership in the season! Positive personal motivating content is what I watch for!! Inspire me…please!!

i think a lot of the contestants are acting like spoiled brats…. they dont seem to appreciate the opportunity they have been given. I also think that if Jillian were there she wouldnt take any of their crap and attitudes would change because she has a way of telling it like it is and making you look in the mirror.

I agree with so many posts here. I have really come to the point where I don’t want to watch anymore. I enjoyed the energy that Bob had with Jillian. I don’t like how Bob & Dolvett are shown to be so against each other on this season. I know Jillian needed to move on, but I really miss her . I also HATED this last week’s episode! I cannot stomach that whiny ass Conda 1 more week! I understand what Dolvett was saying about Adrian, but he did not have the opportunity to come back and work on anything. These people (um ~ Kim & Conda) were already against him because he got a second chance! And that’s another thing I hate! These people compete against thousands to get on the show and before they step foot on campus, they are disqualified and sent home?! What kind of shit is that?! Anyway, those are my thoughts. I wish everyone on the show well. I hope Ms. Conda finds a way to grow up a little b4 the end of the show (doubtful). Thanks for this forum to vent Bob~ Love ya

I just can’t stand how snotty the girls on the Red team are. My favorite season was season 11. Everyone seemed like such a family and they all supported each other so much. They inspired me to lose along side of them and by the time Olivia was crowned the Biggest Loser I had lost 50 pounds too! This season does nothing for me. There is not one person that I care about on the show enough to watch. Last season John was sketchy sometimes but his sheer will and determination to change his life still inspired me. This is not what America wants to see, people bickering and being ugly to each other. Yes they are separated from their families, yes they are in a bubble, but they are also getting an opportunity very few get to have and for them to spend their time on the ranch being nasty to each other offends me for the thousands of people who would have been there with good attitudes.

Bob, I have read through many of the comments and realize that I am not alone. The house has had some drama in the past but you and Jillian were able to take that drama an use it to flesh out individual issue that lead to the overeating and resulting weight gain for the contestants. We all grew! But, not this season. I don’t know if the BL set this up for higher drama, but I don’t think that your viewers tune in season after season for the drama. We do it for inspiration, resolution, direction. Why someone on the set hasn’t had a sit down with Conda and her fifth grade antics is beyond me! She has been allowed to be come the focus of the show and we, as viewers, have lost a valuable source of encouragement on our journeys. I realize that you can’t predict reactions, but to allow a contestant to tear down everything that you have built is incogitable.

I usually TiVo the show, then watch on Wednesday as I have to get up early for work….I could not even watch the February 8th show…I had a hard time with the show on the 2nd, then they started the new show re-hashing all the hate. The red team is too mean and Conda leads it down the bully trail. Please quit focusing the show on her and her mean mouth. I turned it off….Hope they can change to tone of the season before it is too late.

The drama is ridiculous! Conda and Kim are probably the biggest creators of that. I think Adrian came in with a know-it-all attitude, and blamed everyone else for his shortcomings. I also think the format of the show should change slightly. Don’t dangle the Biggest Loser Ranch carrot in front of 20 people’s noses then yank it away from two people telling them if they lose X amount of weight in X amount of days that they MAY be able to return. Either they all get on, or none get on. The other thing is, that there shouldn’t be an elimination after one week. Sure, weigh them in, but NO ONE goes home after one week. Start eliminations after the second week. What can one person learn about nutrition and exercise in seven days? I’m REALLY disappointed in the turn this show has taken. It’s been my inspiration since season 5. Get rid of Dolvett and bring back Jillian.

I have to agree about all the drama. I usually get a lot of inspiration to keep myself motivated from the show, but this year it seems that all that is being shown is all the drama and fighting. Sorry, but I’m going to have to stop watching. The preview for next week looks like it is even worse than last week!

I would like to see more focus on the nutrition and workouts and less on the in-fighting between contestants. I know it probabbly is going to happen, but do we really need to see an hour+ of it? Surely there is other footage that could have been chosen.

And if the behaviour in the house is so bad, maybe the show needs to add a personal counselor to mix as well.

I dont argue that Adrian did bring on some of the negativity he received, but not to that level. And Conda… she has had a horrible attitude from the start. That I can deal with. But the “I’m so much better than all this” air about her is what I cannot deal with. And its rubbing off on the rest of the team.

Here’s what the viewers see… The black team was hesitant on accepting Daphne, but by the end of the first week had a change of heart. Yay Black team!!! The red team, however, had no intentions of ever accepting Adrian. They made that clear and evident every day. Adrian was correct when he said they never gave him a chance. I was really hoping Dolvett would have been able to squash that. And if they hadn’t had to spend the week without him, who knows, maybe he could have.

Ugh, I miss Jillian.

All I can say is Go Black Team!!!

Bob
Just want to say this first … the LOOK you gave was “priceless” when your black team let go of their ropes after winning the challenge when they were holding you on the platform above the dunk tank … you know for a split second you thought you were going in …. Halarious!

Second .. the show needs to take the voting of who goes home out of the hands of the participants . They should know going into this life changing event that the person with the lowest % of weight lose for that week goes home .. then there are no hard feelings and each individual can focus on improving themselves . Unfortunately the produces KNOW drama sells … why I am not sure – hense that is why there are so many reality shows on TV.

ps… love your drive and passion for fitness

Bob,
I dont watch biggerst loser anymore because I started Crossfit and it made me realize I was in it for the long haul not a quick fix. Your involvement is shaking things up for BL and I am proud of Crossfitness. I am closing in on age 60 and it is HARD but scaled to your ability. Almost 2 years in I am better mind and body. It is a commitment to ME and the WODs at Crossfit are always new and exciting. NO MORE BOREDOM ON MACHINES>

Keep your drive for Crossfit it is the way of the future.

Bob, I am so happy to read this and see you acknowledge the gameyness of this season. I actually stopped watching because you and Jillian were always so focused on the contestants not getting caught up in the game of it all and focus on changing their lifestyles. I was looking to this show for inspiration this season, I am 5’4 and weigh 240lbs, and I need something to keep me on track. I really hope that at some point during this season the old Bob creeps in here, and that it didn’t take people watching it for you to realize what was going on. I still love you though, I have watched the show since Season 1 and I will definitely tune into the next season.

Hi Bob and everyone else who reads this. I have watched the Biggest Loser for many seasons and have fallen in love with many contestants and cheered them on. This season is completely different.
The dynamics between you and Dolvette on the first episode seemed inspiring but it has quickly become a Dolvette show. I think he is more conerned with making himself look good, flashing his pearly whites, and hearing his own voice than he is about the contestants and their struggles to lose weight.He is more concerned about his team winning the weigh-ins cause that way he has bragging rights. Since when is that what this show is about??
While I understand that we only see a portion of what goes on at the ranch, why are we being subjected to all the drama. I will not be the first person or the last that will say I am disgusted by Conda and her actions and will have a party the day I see her booted off the ranch. She is toxic!!!
There is no sence of “team” on the ranch this season. The black team are trying to lose weight but no relationships have developed amoungst the contestants. The red team are a bunch of bickering, dramatic, cruel people who have nothing nice to say about anyone and no one from either team has become a true leader in this season. I find the entire season so far dispictable and would love to quit watching but I too yell at the tv every week.
What happened to the inspiration and motivation that so many other seasons have created? Where is the sence of “family” that was felt on past seasons? Why do the producers of this shown want to evoke negative emotions in the viewers?
Please don’t change Bob!! We love you. I know that negativity is hard to deal with and we all become a product of our environment. I would love to see something positive come out of this season!!

Hi Bob,
I blog about the Biggest Loser every week. I LOVE the show and, of course, I love you:-) I want to say that I was so upset and sad to see how the red team treated Adrian and the fact that they sent him home was a shame on them but probably a blessing for him. I sure couldn’t stand to be around the red team if they were treating me the way that they were treating him.
BUT, I must say that I am so proud of the way that your black team has treated Daphne. You should be very proud of the way that they have behaved through this whole ordeal with the red team.
I like your comment about them being deprived of their ‘drug of choice-food’. I have yet to post on Tuesday nights show. I am working on it right now. I think I will mention what you said as my readers, like your readers comments here seem to really dislike the drama. Hopefully the rest of this season will get back on track for losing weight and getting healthy and lose, at least some of, the drama.

Bob,
I’m so glad you recognized your part in this, because I love you, but you also have gotten caught up in the competitiveness and the eye rolling during weigh-ins when Dolvet is cheering for his team doing well was kinda getting to me, even though I can’t stand a single person on that team! You and this show have been such an inspiration to me and I have definitely taken the theme of this season to heart. I will not let my full-time job, 2 children under 3, husband who is busy with grad-school, or low income keep me from having healthy eating habits and an active lifestyle. I’ve taken the message and that’s all because Conda and Kim absolutely ruined the show for me. But it gets edited to show all their nastiness because I assume NBC thinks drama=ratings but it doesn’t. This is my voice saying, “please kick them off the show because they are ungrateful, spoiled, brats and bring Adrian back.” But it won’t happen. Thanks for nothing, NBC!!!

Bob, you’re great. Learn from this and check your attitude next time you feel it coming up. I love the Bob I get everyday when I do your “Yoga for the Warrior” dvd or one of your many dvds. Thanks for being in my life to kick me into shape!!!!

I do try and understand what the contestants are going through on the show, and can understand the stresses and releases they need. With that said, seasons before, there may have been 1 or 2 contestants “stressing” more than the others, but it was amazing to see not only their physical transformation but their emotional transformation as well. A lot of which I apply to my life and my work. This season, it just seems to be drama layered on drama. Not sure if it’s the contestants or what the producers think we want to see. I felt so beat up last night after the show, I decided I’m not going to watch it for a couple of weeks. If it’s you, producers – I say, bring back the inspiration. Love you Bob!

Hi Bob,
I came out here tonight to actually express my “dislike” with this past week’s show. But after reading your input I will keep it low key. For myself, I tape the show to watch later when I can. Glad I taped it as I felt the need to “mute” Conda, so sorry if it offends. I felt bad for Adrian, he never got a chance. Love the show and you are amazing. I hope that next year they put a few rules into place.

Please send Conda to the Jersey Shore program, she’d do better there. I’m tuning out for the rest of the season. I’ve struggled with weight all my life and usually feel inspired to work out after watching the show. I usually go to bed tuesday nights pumped for a good workout in the morning, now I go to bed feeling negative. This season is especially disappointing because I was excited that the contestants were a little smaller this year. As a 38 year old man in the high 200′s, there were more people I could relate to this season, which motivated me at first. There are several contestants that are below my own weight this early in the season, which should light a fire for me. Instead of watching the show I’ll spend that time on tuesdays in the gym and work on my own inspiration. This season your program is just another trashy reality TV show. With all of the footage that gets shot, you would hope that something positive can be edited into the show, there do seem to be plenty of contestants that want a positive experience. Hopefully their stories can get some airtime.

I’m so glad I read your blog. I was disappointed in your role with all the negativity going on, and I appreciate that you can admit that you are just a human and you should be allowed to make mistakes. Hopefully now that you recognize this, you will continue on with doing what you are supposed to do and that is getting your team on their way to being healthy!

You mentioned how hard it is being on the show and being in this bubble. I guess that’s a good excuse as any, but this season is supposed to be about No More Excuses! I’ve adopted that mantra in my own life. Now I hope you and Dolvette really start taking it to heart. You have had the same scenerio every season, and this season is the worst. Last season was nice because everyone mostly supported one another. Yes, it was a game, but the hatred like you see this season wasn’t there. I don’t know, perhaps the show lost in the ratings last season because of the niceness? I know if things aren’t fixed soon, next year I won’t bother tuning in. I don’t like reality shows where meaness is allowed in order to up the ratings. And it probably won’t matter in the large scheme of things, but I have a feeling a lot of other people feel the same way. Good luck with this season.

I think the drama this season is contributing to the negative stereotype that people with weight issues deal with anyway.

I’ve had things said to me such as ‘oh, you’re just being mean because you have low self-esteem’ to which I respond with ‘no, I’m being rude because you’re being rude – I’m mirroring you.’ The likes of Conda and Kim are good examples of what weight gain can do to a person’s self esteem causing them to lash out at everyone else. However, unless this is addressed in front of the camera (they are called on their behavior), these examples are going to become part of the standard stereotype list against weight issues. Please, stop contributing to the concept problem.

The issue on the red team is blatant. Roll the tape back and show Conda and Kim what we are seeing.

The other thing I’d like to see on the show ~ more education to the masses of what causes weight gain. Emotional eating is just one cause ~ there are so many more such as medical issues (not diabetes~that gets plenty of coverage).

I’d like to be on the show to have you prove to me that a person with hypothyroidism can lose weight. Now, there’s a challenge.

Overall, I do like you Bob and you do a great job of handling all of those different personalities in the bubble.

Wanted to add: I agree that the voting should be taken out of the contestants hands. The eliminated person should go home based on lowest percentage lost-period. I think that would help immensely with eliminating the backstabbing drama and put the focus on the health and weight loss.

Bring back the helpful hint spots! Loved those!

I actually like the show. Even thought the “Conda Crap” should be dealt with better Dolvett needs to actually call her out more and just exercise her ass to death so she doesn’t have anything to say. There have been some greater challenges, I actually like a little competition between trainers. I feel it makes for better sessions with your teams. We all get stagnant and I think Bob and Dolvett find it a challenge to “out do” the other a bit. It shows who the veteran and the rookie really are. I like Jillian, next year add her in the mix for a season… What would Dolvett do?? I say for whatever makes the participant/contestant lose weight the safest and fastest…Go and DO it! It’s about them and how to create a healthy lifestyle. Koodos to all of you!

The negativity has been awful and if they producers are paying attention at all they can see the response to it on fb and twitter and the nbc website. but i don’t think they are listening or they would have made changes after the huge drop in ratings last season. They are in denial and it may kill the show.

Yeah anyway! What happened to the yellow line. 2 lowest percentage go up for elimination. I’ve decided to just tune in to the last half hour..skip the junk and watch for results.

I have to say that I understand why you chose to take Daphne home and I think that it was a good decision. I don’t believe that anyone else would have had the same motivation to workout with the same intensity and to beat Conda.
I also think that having Conda go home made the show so much better. While she was home there was none of the awful drama with her treating the other contestants so badly.
Even though She is a fellow Michigander I am rooting for the black team. They have been so much better behaved and deserve to be there. They deserve the opportunity to win.

Bob,
I am glad I found this place to write. I am sadden by this season and can’t understand why NBC would air some of this especially when it is aired doing family time. I was shock to see that this woman was trying to kick another person on the show and it was aired. Did the producers not think to pull her aside – anywhere else she would have been sent home. Yes, you have gotten caught up in the energy and I am surprised and a bit dissapointed – the season of no excuses and all I have heard is excuses. Every season has people come back and yet this immense resentment stretches beyond anything normal. I have written all the sponsors; I amy stand alone, but this is the America that we see now, and the Biggest Loser reflect the behavior of time when groups of people were denied rights just because of who they were. It is not just Conda, it is Mark and Buddy, Kim and Jeremy. I am sadden, so rather than watch, I am done.

I just want to let you know that after last night’s elimination and the way Daphne was treated, I am no longer watching this season of The Biggest Loser. The people this season are all hypocrites and bullies. They are terrible people and I hope that as they go home they feel how much America actually hates them. I have been inspired by the Biggest Loser not just for the weight loss but for the way people have treated each other and supported each other. I can no longer watch this because it makes me angry, it is not inspirational, and definitely not the behavior I want my son to see. I hope that you have some influence over production and can let NBC know that this is NOT what America wants to see.

My only wish last night was for Daphne to actually quit so that her team would still have to send someone home, because that would have really been revenge.

Bob,
There was real wisdom in having both male and female trainers on BL that were both competitive, but worked in tandem when necessary.

Also, the positive inspiration is gone from this season and the hubby and I will not be tuning in again. Maybe next season BL will be our favorite again….just so I’m clear, we’re leaving because of the Conda/Kim drama becoming such a large part of every show and inspiring tension instead of weightloss!

HEY BOB, I HAVE BEEN WATCHING THE BIGGEST LOSER SINCE THE VERY FIRST SEASON. REMEMBER THEM DAYS WHEN IT WAS REALLY ALL ABOUT HELPING PPL LOSE WEIGHT AND SAVE THEIR LIVES. BOY I MISS THEM DAYS.THIS SEASON IT HAS GOTTEN SO BAD WITH THE BACK STABBING AND 2 FACE TROUBLE MAKERS.”CONDA”, MAKE SURE THERE’S NO MISTAKE ABOUT WHO I AM REFERRING TO. YOU KNOW I WAS SO PROUD THESE TRAINERS REALLY CARE ABOUT PPL…BUT NO.. I THINK WITH ALL THE STRESS IN THE HOUSE IT INHABITS THE CONTESTANTS FROM LOSING ALL THEY COULD HAVE.YALL HAVE CAMERAS EVERYWHERE LET THESE CONTESTANTS NOW ANY TROUBLE MAKERS WILL BE SENT PACKING.YOU KNOW I LOVE ALLISON TO DEATH, BEEN WATCHING HER ON DAYS OF OUR LIVES FOREVER…THAT IS WHERE I GO FOR THE TIM I WANT TO SEE DRAMA. I DIDN’T START WATCHING TBL. B/C OF THE DRAMA… I WATCHED FOR THE TIPS AND EATING ADVISE.THAT WAS MY TIME TO SIT DOWN AND WATCH AN EDUCATED SHOW AN RELA… NOT HEAR ALL THIS PETTY CRAP FROM THE CONTESTANTS. EVERYONE HATES A 2 FACE. THEY KNOW THEY ARE GOING TO BE FILMED AND CAUSE TROUBLE ANYWAY.. LIKE I SAID NO ONE LIKES ALL THE DRAMA…WE WATCH TO LEARN WEIGHT LOSE AND HEALTH ADVICE!!!!!!IF NEXT SEASON IS ANYTHING LIKE THIS SEASON…I WILL GIVE UP ON THE SHOW. I KNOW EVERYONE I TALK TO SAYS THE SAME.. WE DON’T WANT TO LOSE THE SHOW JUST THE DRAMA!!!LOVE YOU ALL. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!!

Thanks, Bob…I’ve left a communication on the Biggest Loser website. This is the first season that there’s been such high drama on a regular basis. Diets, “bubble”, etc…it’s all been there before. What hasn’t been there is the propensity for high drama. Maybe it was there but not edited into the broadcasts. In any event, call me a Pollyanna but I loved seeing positive influences on people…building friendships and teamwork…and inspiring people to do what they never thought possible. I want to feel empathy for the contestants but that’s just not happening this season, and I would rather have a root canal than view another episode of what has turned into just another high drama reality show. Sigh. Wishing you luck.

Bob, I am enjoying this season more than ever because I am a CrossFit enthusiast! My son is my Level 1 cert trainer and my daughter and other son all go WOD together. We also watch The Biggest Loser together. We love recognizing WODs or seeing a shot or Rogue equipment. My daughter SHOUTED, ” Bob has on Wodkilla socks!” the other night so loudly, the dog went crazy.
This season is amazing. Bring on the issues! People have a lot of crap to work through, of course.
Good luck with 12.3. My son, Ger Sasser, is busting it out this morning!!!!

Bob, Love the show, love the trainers, the contestants like some and not others. Yes, I agree, way too much drama this season, they’re all like little toddlers who don’t get their way. Everytime there was a twist this season the contestants would get pissed off I don’t get it. They’ve watched the show, they know what it is about, so what is their problem. Evertime they had to switch trainers they flew off the handle and cried like a bunch of kindergardners. Hello, wake up contestants..this is real life. When you leave the ranch you will not have Bob or Dolvett, you will have your own trainer and they will not do things the same. You need to change it up. They need to know themselves that they can work out in any environment with any person. You need to change up your workouts too…why don’t they get it at this point so far into the season. You and Dolvett keep it up…you two are doing a great job.

Love the show still even with the drama but I am not as motivated this year as the past years due to it. On the other hand I don’t like the sappy stories and all of that jazz either. What I want is more information, how are they eating , journaling and exercising. follow one contestant from sun up to sun down an show us what a day on the ranch is like .Show us what the house comes stacked with food wise. You see all the selves with the stuff on it but are never actually shown the things in there. I have watched every season and will not stop no matter what the season is like. the truth is out this season at how down the throat things can be and that people just don’t like people sometimes it is after all REALITY television.

I can’t believe they are letting Conda get away with this stuff. I feel she is not even working hard, they are giving it to her. How can these people not see her nastiness!!!

Thanks Bob for bring a real face to crossfit, I first noticed you doing a WOD with your team more than a few weeks ago. But dismissed it thinking the show may have edited the shots. Then I noticed you moved them outside, then (to my absolute giddiness) i saw the Rogue racks up…Rogue compression socks…and thats when I new…BOB “Freakin’” Harper is a crossfitter. I have been in the community for 2 years, joining first in an effort melt off 40lbs. Now, I am stronger, faster, and more flexible than when I was a collegiate athlete. I have the utmost respect and honor for those who endure and belong.

Keep the true spirit of Glassmen’s approach—Eat meat and vegetables, nuts and seeds, some fruit, little starch and no sugar. Keep intake to levels that will support exercise but not body fat. Practice and train major lifts: Deadlift, clean, squat, presses, C&J, and snatch. Similarly, master the basics of gymnastics: pull-ups, dips, rope climb, push-ups, sit-ups, presses to handstand, pirouettes, flips, splits, and holds. Bike, run, swim, row, etc, hard and fast. Five or six days per week mix these elements in as many combinations and patterns as creativity will allow. Routine is the enemy. Keep workouts short and intense. Regularly learn and play new sports.
~Greg Glassman

I hope you find this message amongst the sea of television focused comments and draw strength from it!!!

Thanks again,
Keep Crossfitting,
Phil

Where are the Abby’s and the Sam’s!!?? I miss people like that who through such tragedy and determination brought inspiration to the show and to me. When the contestants this season cry about their woes that brought them to the ranch, i feel nothing for them and have not shed a tear at all! Conda’s tears seem forced and fake. I do not feel badly for Kim breaking her back while wrestling professionally, that’s the nature of the beast. I have NO emotional connection with anyone this season. Yet I keep watching, like a deer in headlights, watching the train wreck of a season hoping for some sort of redemption. The last few episodes have tried to make us viewers see the remaining contestants in a new light, but I think it’s too little too late! I am appalled that Conda is still there and let’s her brother win her immunity’s and challenges, while she takes all the credit! She actually said she did all the work, and she seems to believe it! Granted you are in a bubble, but the way some of the contestants are treating others is truly appalling, bubble or not. And, I’m none too pleased to see the pitting against trainers either! Where’s the good will and camaraderie? I realize Dolvette is new, but I feel like he’s been treated like the Aqua team by you and by the producers. He’s different, he’s NOT Jillian, but that’s ok, give the poor guy a chance! I am not rooting for anyone, and frankly I don’t really care who wins. I didn’t care for the last guy who won, who treated his wife like a doormat, and I don’t think there’s anyone this season either. I’m rooting for a better season is all! Please bring back some joy and happiness, with a pinch of fun and inspiration!!