Bob Harper
0.0Famous fitness trainer from NBC’s weight loss show, “The Biggest Loser,” Bob Harper is well known for his motivational skills, his DVD programs, and books.
Harper’s Weight Loss Philosophy
Harper advocates for long-term weight loss success by admonishing any short-term diet attempts. Harper’s weight loss approach is founded upon his “inside out” approach, as he builds relationships with each of his clients. In establishing this relationship, Harper aims to help clients improve both physically and mentally.
Motivation
Harper strives to motivate clients by uplifting their outlooks and inner feelings, while helping individuals realize their unique potential and self worth. Harper also seeks to establish success by helping clients incorporate new and healthy habits, ways of thinking, and actions. All of these elements combine to help enrich individuals physically, spiritually, and emotionally.
Harper’s Credentials
- A certified trainer with the American Fitness Training of Athletics
- Certified with the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America
Public Appearances
In addition to speaking at personal appearances and public venues, Bob Harper has also appeared in variety of television shows, stations, and magazines, such as:
- Larry King Live
- Extra
- Access Hollywood
- Entertainment Tonight
- CNN Live
- Inside Addition
- Oprah Magazine
- TV Guide
- Entertainment Weekly
- In Touch
- Star
Bob Harper’s “Eat More Diet”
While Harper is well known for his many public appearances, his “Eat More Diet” is also gaining attention and acclaim. Harper’s diet focuses on a logical approach to food reduction, as he limits portion sizes and encourages smaller meals throughout the day. Harper’s “Eat More Diet” focuses on three core areas: diet, exercise, and reflection.
Diet
Harper’s plan of eating smaller and more consistent meals throughout the day provides dieters with many weight loss benefits, such as:
- Boosts metabolism
- Prevents individuals from feeling hungry
- Helps to prevent overeating / binging
- Increases energy levels and alertness
- Menus and recipes are provided to guide dieters and help keep individuals on track
Exercise
Harper’s exercise program focuses on both cardio and weight lifting activities.
- Dieters utilize heart rate monitors to boost success
- Harper teaches dieters how to work out efficiently
- “Zone” exercises are developed and explained to speed up an individual’s work out progress
- Dieters are provided with a “Body Fat Reduction” calculator to accurately track weight loss progress from both diet and exercise
Reflection
As Harper aims to encourage and motivate dieters, he also provides users with tools to promote individual reflection. Dieters are encouraged to become aware of their feelings, habits, thoughts, and practices.
- Dieters keep food journals
- Individuals record how they feel as they eat
- Dieters are guided to figure out individual “trigger points,” when one is feeling more tempted, is experience increased cravings, or is feeling unmotivated
- Users are also provided with an exercise journal to keep track of progress and reflect on activities









