The Biggest Loser Inspires People To Create Their Own Weight Loss Groups
Bianca — February 4, 2009 — Pop Culture
References: courant
The Biggest Loser has been one of the most inspiring TV shows to hit airwaves in the last few years; unlike most reality shows, this one creates a positive life-changing impact for a lot of its viewers.
When people see contestants weighing in at over 200 lbs, some reaching into the 300s, their own weight loss goals don’t seem unattainable anymore. This has fueled a new DIY craze in the form of team-supported Biggest Loser inspired weight loss clubs.
Courant.com did a feature story on a group in Madison that participates in 12-week weight-in contests in their own community. Each member puts in $100, which goes toward a grand prize as well as toward weekly rewards like spa treatments or Wii Fits.
While each person takes care of their own meal plans and exercise regimes, the community-fueled competition serves as motivational fuel, especially leading up to weekly weigh-ins.
Could adding this extra element of community support be the missing piece in battling America’s obesity epidemic?
When people see contestants weighing in at over 200 lbs, some reaching into the 300s, their own weight loss goals don’t seem unattainable anymore. This has fueled a new DIY craze in the form of team-supported Biggest Loser inspired weight loss clubs.
Courant.com did a feature story on a group in Madison that participates in 12-week weight-in contests in their own community. Each member puts in $100, which goes toward a grand prize as well as toward weekly rewards like spa treatments or Wii Fits.
While each person takes care of their own meal plans and exercise regimes, the community-fueled competition serves as motivational fuel, especially leading up to weekly weigh-ins.
Could adding this extra element of community support be the missing piece in battling America’s obesity epidemic?
Trend Themes
1. Community-fueled Weight Loss - Creating weight loss clubs that offer team-supported competitions can motivate individuals to achieve their weight loss goals.
2. DIY Weight-in Contests - Organizing 12-week weight-in contests within communities allows participants to have increased motivation and incentives to succeed.
3. Positive Impact Reality Shows - Reality shows like The Biggest Loser can inspire viewers to take charge of their weight loss goals and create positive life-changing impacts.
Industry Implications
1. Fitness and Wellness - Fitness and wellness industries can tap into the trend of community-fueled weight loss clubs by offering specialized programs and support.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can explore the concept of DIY weight-in contests by creating new reality TV shows or online platforms that promote healthy competitions.
3. Healthcare - Healthcare providers can utilize positive impact reality shows to educate and motivate individuals towards healthier lifestyles, particularly in fighting obesity.
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