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The Biggest Loser: Practical & Real-Life Coaching Insights With Erin Power

by: Sarah Appleby
Published: September 3, 2025
Updated: September 3, 2025

Fast results may look appealing, but lasting change is where true success lies. Join Erin Power as she unpacks lessons from The Biggest Loser documentary and what it means for health coaching. 

In this episode, Erin shares insights gained from binge-watching the three-part documentary on Netflix about The Biggest Loser. Erin discusses the inspirational aspects of the show and reflects on how the documentary exposes both the strengths and weaknesses of its approach to weight loss. 

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Erin Power shares her take on the the three-part documentary on Netflix about The Biggest Loser.

Erin Power shares her take on the the three-part documentary on Netflix about The Biggest Loser.

Episode Overview:

  • 0:00: Intro
  • 3:55: Lesson 1: The #1 Rule for Coaches - Stay In Your Lane
  • 8:49: Lesson 2: People Are Desperate for Real Change
  • 15:22: Lesson 3: The Breaking Point: "I Can't Do This On My Own"
  • 17:39: Lesson 4: The Show's Biggest Failure (And Your Biggest Goal)
  • 21:26: Lesson 5: Why "Fast Results" Are Garbage
  • 27:43: Your Mission: How to Be Better Than The Biggest Loser
  • 29:01: Outro

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