<p>Geez, the show has only been on for 5 minutes, and Ron is already lying. He needs to go!</p>
<p>Ron’s simply playing the game. It’s no different than Survivor - does anyone think those “alliances” are real, and aren’t people rewarded for betrayal? So Ron lied. And everybody, including all the contestants and trainers, know it. Big deal. What was he supposed to say?</p>
<p>I’ve never watched this show but I assume that it’s about losing weight. I’d rather hit the treadmill, weights, stretch, play tennis, etc. instead of watching someone else do it.</p>
<p>Alas, BCEagle, these shows are weirdly addictive. And they are also strangely motivating since the characters are hardcore obese and have tried every diet known to man without success, and yet here they are, losing weight. The rate at which they do so is ridiculous as is their gym routine. Still, it’s nice to know something can work.</p>
<p>Incidentally, now that she’s gone, I realize that I was rooting for Kristin.</p>
<p>Chedva, I understand the game play, but what was the reason for Ron to lie to Bob?</p>
<p>Felipe showed a sweet tender side last night, and it seems he embodies what the show is there for (besides the $$$$). My money is on Tara at this point.</p>
<p>My cholesterol went from 169 to 110, LDL from 103 to 50, triglycerides from 169 to 101. Blood pressure went from 128/82 to 90/60. My cardiologist called me up and said to reduce my statins by half - the naturopath said I could actually discontinue them all together (though she also noted the cardiologist wouldn’t believe it), but instead we are going to continue to test.</p>
<p>Since ending the regimen and eating normally, I haven’t gained an ounce.</p>