Jennifer DiDonato Interviews “The Biggest Loser” Winner Pete Thomas - Made Fit TV - Ep 44

April 14th, 2009 | | Email This Post Email This Post |

With two-thirds of the American adult population overweight and one-third classified as obese, it’s no wonder NBC’s “The Biggest Loser”is such a continued success in primetime reality television.  But behind all of the hype, the sad reality is that only about 10% of people who lose large amounts of weight - similar to the contestants on the show - successfully keep it off for a year or more, according to the Journal of Clinical Investigation.

Seriously?! As a fitness trainer, this makes me sad and angry!  Obesity is treatable and preventable with the right tools, guidance, and motivation.  One person who is living proof of this claim is Season 2’s “The Biggest Loser” winner Pete Thomas.  Four years later, 185 pounds lighter, and $100,000 richer… Pete shares with me his experiences on this week’s Made Fit TV podcast!

Find out more about Pete Thomas and his upcoming events at these links:

http://winningman.com/

http://loseitfastloseitforever.com/

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  • Most excellent. Pete - you are the man.
  • Yep, I agree. Pete IS THE MAN!
  • Pam
    I am inspired. Good interview!!!
  • WOW, Jenny and Pete what an inspiring video.

    Pete the way that your body responded after 2 weeks by decreasing the heart rate and blood pressure just shows that our bodies are just crying out for the right nourishment and exercise. Those 2 figures alone are so inspiring.

    I have always wondered what happens after the show and you are an amazing role model.

    Congratulations !
  • I agree 100%! Pete is an excellent role model and is living proof that changing how we nourish our bodies through food is directly related to our quality of life. I hope his message continues to resonate to bring people hope and strength!
  • Great video Jenn.
    Pete you are an inspiration to so many. Thank you for sharing with us this great adventure, that saved your life. I know you are and will continue to give to others. keep up the good work.

    Juan
  • Great job Jenny,

    You are wonderful to talk with and you put me at ease and asked awesome questions. I look forward to doing more stuff in the future.

    Pete Thomas
  • Robyn Durst
    Jen- Thanks again for another inspiring post! I love your advice about "owning it"; that can apply to so many things in life. I also agree with surrounding yourself with supportive and motivating people, and in addition becoming the motivator for other around you!
  • Great work Pete. It was very inspirational to see that it's never too late to turn your life around. Great episode, this one is definitely going in the favorite episode list.
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