Celebrity Biographies
Bob Harper (Personal Trainer) Biography, Age, Workout, Diet, Partner, Book
BIOGRAPHY OF BOB HARPER | WHO IS BOB HARPER
Bob Harper is an American personal trainer and author best known for his appearance on the American television series The Biggest Loser. He became the host of The Biggest Loser on September 8, 2015, succeeding Alison Sweeney. Harper has coached the NBC show since 2004 and has appeared in several Biggest Loser DVD workouts.
He attended Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, Tennessee, but did not graduate.
Harper was an adviser on The New Celebrity Apprentice. He has worked as a personal trainer for celebrity clients including Jennifer Jason Leigh.
In 1999, Harper was cast as an extra in Melissa Etheridge’s hit video for the song ‘Angels Would Fall’ from her album Breakdown. He is also featured in the first three seasons of the Australian version of the show.
In addition to his appearances, writings and lectures, Harper teaches regular classes in Los Angeles and works as a yoga teacher.
In early 2010, Harper launched a website mytrainerbob.com, where subscribers can discuss weight loss and receive coaching. The success of Harper’s site led to the release of his first set of workout DVDs in May, titled “Bob Harper: Inside Out Method.”
He has also contributed workouts to Shape magazine’s website
AGE OF BOB HARPER | HOW OLD IS BOB HARPER
Harper was born on August 18, 1965 in Nashville, Tennessee, United States. He turns 53 in 2018.
BOB HARPER PARTNER | IS BOB HARPER GAY | BOB HARPER MARRIES | IS BOB HARPER MARRIED?
Harper publicly came out as gay in 2013 on the seventh episode of the fifteenth season of The Biggest Loser, while talking to a contestant who had trouble telling his parents about his sexuality. Harper revealed he spoke to his parents when he was 17 and it was the first time he had spoken publicly about his sexuality in his career. The episode aired on November 28, 2013.
Harper is in a relationship with her gay partner Anton. The two seem to be enjoying their relationship and are often seen posting pictures of them hanging out together and even kissing.
VEGAN BOB HARPER
Harper became a vegetarian in 2010 after reading the book Skinny Bitch. That same year, PETA voted him the Sexiest Male Vegetarian of the Year. In 2013, he stopped following a vegan diet because “my body personally got to a point where I needed something more.”
BOB HARPER TATTOOS
Harper has two full tattoo sleeves on her arms and is obsessed with tattoos. “I’ve always been someone who’s been obsessed with tattoos, I’ve loved them since I was a kid, the very first time I saw my dad’s friend with that sailor tattoo. I was like, ‘Whoa!’ I thought it was the coolest thing in the world. So now I have two arms full of tattoos,” Harper said in a video shared to The Biggest Loser’s Facebook page.
BOB HARPER’S BOOK
- Are you ready! Take charge, lose weight, get in shape and change your life forever – 2008
- The Skinny Rules – 2012
- Jumpstart to Skinny – 2013
- Lean Meals: 100 New Recipes That Follow My Lean Rules – 2014
- Skinny Habits: The 6 Secrets of Thin People – 2015
- Bicycle Boy – 2015
- The Super Carb Diet: Lose Pounds, Build Strength, Eat Real Food – 2017
BOB HARPER DIET | BOB HARPER’S DIET PLAN | BOB HARPER DIET BOOK
How do you prevent those constant food cravings and feelings of deprivation when trying to lose weight? The Biggest Loser host and celebrity trainer Bob Harper’s Super Carb Diet is the answer. Harper focuses on nutrient-dense foods that are rich in flavor and allow certain types of carbs at specific times of the day.
In the Super Carb Diet you will find:
- How to Eat Carbs Earlier in the Day for Sustained Energy
- A list of super carbohydrate foods
- Limited snacks but larger and more varied meals
- A sustainable way to eat
- Super Charged Weight Loss
The Super Carb Diet will keep millions of dieters from giving up after the first week. The program guides you through precise plate proportions, balancing good protein, low fat, high fiber and nutrient density. Not only will you lose a lot of weight and reduce your waistline, but you’ll walk away from the table feeling happy and full.
BOB HARPER WEIGHT LOSS
Bob Harper is a survivor. After helping hundreds lose weight as a trainer and host of The Biggest Loser, the fitness guru had to prioritize his own health when he suffered a near-fatal heart attack in 2017. As part of his recovery, Bob completely transformed his lifestyle. and lost 40 pounds in the process. During a recent interview, he revealed to POPSUGAR some of the biggest changes he has made.
“I eat carbs every day,” Bob said. He transitioned from a paleo diet to a more carb-friendly, plant-based way of eating. He even details how carbs can help people lose weight in his book The Super Carb Diet.
‘People are so misinformed about carbs because they feel like they know there’s this trick: If you cut out all your carbs, you’re going to lose weight,’ he told POPSUGAR . However, most people tend to gain weight back because eating too few carbs isn’t sustainable in the long run. Instead, Bob recommends people balance their plates with all macronutrients: carbs, protein, and fat. It will help you feel more satisfied, won’t make you feel deprived, and will give you enough energy to get through the day and crush your workouts.
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Of course, not all carbs are created equal. There are simple refined carbs, such as sugar and white flour, which are practically empty calories and turn into blood sugar, which Bob doesn’t recommend. Instead, he suggests looking for more complex, fiber-rich carbs like brown rice, whole-grain bread, and sweet potatoes. These are the carbs that Bob eats regularly.
During an appearance on The Dr. Oz Show, Bob recommended that women eat about 30 grams of carbs with each meal. That equates to about two slices of whole-grain bread, half a cup of rice, or four ounces of whole-grain pasta. This is as recommended by registered dietitian and trainer Jim White, ACSM EX-P, owner of Jim White Fitness and Nutrition Studios. Jim told POPSUGAR that your daily macro breakdown if you’re trying to lose weight should be 40% carbs, 30% fat, and 30% protein. If you’re trying to gain muscle, your carbs should be even higher: 55% carbs, 25% protein, and 20% fat. With carbohydrates making up the majority of your diet, this will give you enough