Whoa Nelly! The Biggest Loser Season 13 No Excuses is going to be the best season ever. (Despite missing a couple of spirited contestants who are sisters who would have LOVED to go against each other....but I digress.) Bob's hair is back to normal and ALL is right with the world!
Can I just start out by saying that tonight's episode was full of excitement? Of course I can..this is my blog. I can say whatever I want.
Contestants stand at the gates of the Biggest Loser Ranch pleading for entrance with their anticipation...will they walk through?
Not necessarily. Cue Alison Sweeney doing her best Jeff Probst as she announces that entrance must be earned in a Survivor style challenge. At this point I don't even care who these contestants are...I am already feeling bad for the team that thought all their prayers were answered only to have them stripped away for not being able to win a physical challenge.
A 40 yard dash will yield 4 teams safe. The remaining 6 teams will compete in the same race after they get puzzle pieces and complete the puzzle accurately, then the final two teams fight it out in a Battle Royale of strength, balance, and determination.
First Heat- 40 yrd sprint- Half of each team competes. And they were off....that is until Mark (Grey) fell flat (well...kinda sprawly like) on his face, attempting to take Jeremy (Green) down with him. Dark Blue, Brown, Yellow and Orange teams make it through.
Onto the next heat, Chism (Grey) completes the puzzle and seals the deal his dad couldn't. Mrs. Claus (Christine-Red) runs to her awaiting Santa... Purple follows not too far behind (Go Dittmer).
Cut directly to Biggest Loser Meal Plan commercial where my husband quickly advises me that he needs like 3 of those meals to feel satisified (binge eater, much?). I just wonder how people afford it. Does E-Diets take Food Stamps?
It is now down to two teams the Pink team, strangers Kim (WWE's Desire) and Emily (former Olympic weight lifter) and Light Blue, brother/sister team Adrian and Daphne. I'll be honest here. I am pulling for Adrian and Daphne. This may be my totally catty side (who am I kidding...of course it is), but I kind of think there is some sweet irony if the "atheletes" go home.
The challenge involves the team members standing on the balls of their feet in little "boxes"...facing each other and balancing on top of barrels. The challenge goes on for minutes with dramatic editing revealing the struggle. Despite my telepathic pulling across the months and miles, Adrian and Daphne are sent home...but not without a challenge. Lose 50lbs collectively in a month and they can return to the ranch.
I am REALLY pulling for them. I wasn't sure if I liked them at all, but in the end interview, Daphne had this totally defeated, dead to the world look on her face and oddly enough...I identified with it.
Alison announces they have 2 hours to workout then they get to choose their trainers. I am immediately intrigued. Is this the first year since Jillian that people will gladly choose the new trainer? I am thinking so. There are quite a few ladies in my family who are giving Dolvett the swoon.
First workout starts and BOY HOWDY are these trainers for real. These are some of the most brutal workouts I can remember. People are falling out all over the place. The gym looks like a literal war zone. "Medic, Medic" ahahahahaha this is great. People are puking. Dittmer Megan is fake puking. (Didn't I say make us proud, Megan? ) Santa Claus is falling out. This is freaking great!
Here's Alison to tell them the teams aren't competing together. They are competing against each other. Let the nuclear meltdown of emotion begin. Don't get me wrong..had I been selected I may have been a little taken back, but the best thing for me would have been to put me head to head against my sister. Love her, but I know it would have driven her to kick my ass as well.
"I didn't sign up for this." said one contestant. Guess what Mr.? I didn't sign up for sitting here and watching you complain about taking a spot that myself or thousands of other people would have gladly jumped at the opportunity for. There is no sympathy among the masses on that one, big buddy.
Eventually...it's the weigh in.
The trainers are concerned because the people are smaller this season, so they are not sure what to expect. I get a text from my mom in the middle of all this that says and I quote "The contestants maybe smaller, but the bellies sure aren't" What? Mom? LOL...I hadn't noticed mainly because I was particularly enthralled with the varying sizes of the male nipple. Particulary the big old guy with the BB sized nips. (Must have his name next week).
Low numbers on both sides.
Bob seems concerned, but he wasn't sure what to expect.
Dolvett seems concerned only with kicking Bob's ass. (Loving him more now) Dolvett calls out Nancy, as well he should. No EXCUSES, remember Nancy? I am not sure if she was trying to be funny, but I would never jokingly infer that someone is back there messing with the scale. Thankfully, Dolvett called her on not putting in the work.
Bob's Team High/Low Joe and Ben tie for highest amount of weight lost at 15lbs. and Megan lost the least at 7
Dolvett's Team High/Low Buddy with a fantastical 22lbs and Nancy at an EMBARRASSING 5lbs
Victory falls to Dolvett and Bob's team must send someone home.
Cut to same old, same old young people talking about how this is their chance, they have their whole lives ahead of them. I am happy that Gail (yellow) stood up for herself and forced the recognition that being young should not automatically qualify you for remaining on the ranch. Then Ben (brown) does the one thing I can not stand...offered himself up to be sent home. It seems as though Ben REALLY misses his kids. The team obliged him and he left.
Since leaving the ranch....Ben's weight loss is at a total of 50lbs. He's happy with his decision as he cries in his at home confessional. He plays ball with his kids now. He plans to lose 150 lbs before Finale night and all is right with the world.
Please Read The Letter Below to The Eliminated Player.
Dear Ben,
Did you not know what you signed up for? Did it not dawn on you that you would be leaving your family to better your life? I heard you say that you wouldn't trade the experience for the world, but there are a lot of people out here that would have been willing to trade their whole world (for a bit) for the experience. Despite your words, I don't think that you can ever fully understand what that means. If you learned all you needed to learn on the ranch in 1 week, why not just get a personal trainer and a nutritionist for 1 week. Why not give your spot to someone who would've really appreciated it? Squandering a gift is a terrible thing. I believe your brother wants and needs to be there. I am rooting for him in the hopes that he is more appreciative of the opportunity that God has allowed him.
Sincerely,
Biggie Bloggerson
Can I just start out by saying that tonight's episode was full of excitement? Of course I can..this is my blog. I can say whatever I want.
Contestants stand at the gates of the Biggest Loser Ranch pleading for entrance with their anticipation...will they walk through?
Not necessarily. Cue Alison Sweeney doing her best Jeff Probst as she announces that entrance must be earned in a Survivor style challenge. At this point I don't even care who these contestants are...I am already feeling bad for the team that thought all their prayers were answered only to have them stripped away for not being able to win a physical challenge.
A 40 yard dash will yield 4 teams safe. The remaining 6 teams will compete in the same race after they get puzzle pieces and complete the puzzle accurately, then the final two teams fight it out in a Battle Royale of strength, balance, and determination.
First Heat- 40 yrd sprint- Half of each team competes. And they were off....that is until Mark (Grey) fell flat (well...kinda sprawly like) on his face, attempting to take Jeremy (Green) down with him. Dark Blue, Brown, Yellow and Orange teams make it through.
Onto the next heat, Chism (Grey) completes the puzzle and seals the deal his dad couldn't. Mrs. Claus (Christine-Red) runs to her awaiting Santa... Purple follows not too far behind (Go Dittmer).
Cut directly to Biggest Loser Meal Plan commercial where my husband quickly advises me that he needs like 3 of those meals to feel satisified (binge eater, much?). I just wonder how people afford it. Does E-Diets take Food Stamps?
It is now down to two teams the Pink team, strangers Kim (WWE's Desire) and Emily (former Olympic weight lifter) and Light Blue, brother/sister team Adrian and Daphne. I'll be honest here. I am pulling for Adrian and Daphne. This may be my totally catty side (who am I kidding...of course it is), but I kind of think there is some sweet irony if the "atheletes" go home.
The challenge involves the team members standing on the balls of their feet in little "boxes"...facing each other and balancing on top of barrels. The challenge goes on for minutes with dramatic editing revealing the struggle. Despite my telepathic pulling across the months and miles, Adrian and Daphne are sent home...but not without a challenge. Lose 50lbs collectively in a month and they can return to the ranch.
I am REALLY pulling for them. I wasn't sure if I liked them at all, but in the end interview, Daphne had this totally defeated, dead to the world look on her face and oddly enough...I identified with it.
Alison announces they have 2 hours to workout then they get to choose their trainers. I am immediately intrigued. Is this the first year since Jillian that people will gladly choose the new trainer? I am thinking so. There are quite a few ladies in my family who are giving Dolvett the swoon.
First workout starts and BOY HOWDY are these trainers for real. These are some of the most brutal workouts I can remember. People are falling out all over the place. The gym looks like a literal war zone. "Medic, Medic" ahahahahaha this is great. People are puking. Dittmer Megan is fake puking. (Didn't I say make us proud, Megan? ) Santa Claus is falling out. This is freaking great!
Here's Alison to tell them the teams aren't competing together. They are competing against each other. Let the nuclear meltdown of emotion begin. Don't get me wrong..had I been selected I may have been a little taken back, but the best thing for me would have been to put me head to head against my sister. Love her, but I know it would have driven her to kick my ass as well.
"I didn't sign up for this." said one contestant. Guess what Mr.? I didn't sign up for sitting here and watching you complain about taking a spot that myself or thousands of other people would have gladly jumped at the opportunity for. There is no sympathy among the masses on that one, big buddy.
Eventually...it's the weigh in.
The trainers are concerned because the people are smaller this season, so they are not sure what to expect. I get a text from my mom in the middle of all this that says and I quote "The contestants maybe smaller, but the bellies sure aren't" What? Mom? LOL...I hadn't noticed mainly because I was particularly enthralled with the varying sizes of the male nipple. Particulary the big old guy with the BB sized nips. (Must have his name next week).
Low numbers on both sides.
Bob seems concerned, but he wasn't sure what to expect.
Dolvett seems concerned only with kicking Bob's ass. (Loving him more now) Dolvett calls out Nancy, as well he should. No EXCUSES, remember Nancy? I am not sure if she was trying to be funny, but I would never jokingly infer that someone is back there messing with the scale. Thankfully, Dolvett called her on not putting in the work.
Bob's Team High/Low Joe and Ben tie for highest amount of weight lost at 15lbs. and Megan lost the least at 7
Dolvett's Team High/Low Buddy with a fantastical 22lbs and Nancy at an EMBARRASSING 5lbs
Victory falls to Dolvett and Bob's team must send someone home.
Cut to same old, same old young people talking about how this is their chance, they have their whole lives ahead of them. I am happy that Gail (yellow) stood up for herself and forced the recognition that being young should not automatically qualify you for remaining on the ranch. Then Ben (brown) does the one thing I can not stand...offered himself up to be sent home. It seems as though Ben REALLY misses his kids. The team obliged him and he left.
Since leaving the ranch....Ben's weight loss is at a total of 50lbs. He's happy with his decision as he cries in his at home confessional. He plays ball with his kids now. He plans to lose 150 lbs before Finale night and all is right with the world.
Please Read The Letter Below to The Eliminated Player.
Dear Ben,
Did you not know what you signed up for? Did it not dawn on you that you would be leaving your family to better your life? I heard you say that you wouldn't trade the experience for the world, but there are a lot of people out here that would have been willing to trade their whole world (for a bit) for the experience. Despite your words, I don't think that you can ever fully understand what that means. If you learned all you needed to learn on the ranch in 1 week, why not just get a personal trainer and a nutritionist for 1 week. Why not give your spot to someone who would've really appreciated it? Squandering a gift is a terrible thing. I believe your brother wants and needs to be there. I am rooting for him in the hopes that he is more appreciative of the opportunity that God has allowed him.
Sincerely,
Biggie Bloggerson
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