X-Weighted is a TV show that is shown on the life network here in Canada. The idea of X-Weighted is that the story of regular people losing weight would be interesting to watch and in fact it is. The host of X-weighted is a trainer from Edmonton by the name of Paul Plakas. Paul is a great host for a weight loss show because he goes into peoples houses and is not afraid of offending them with his tips and is really great for giving workout ideas. Also, as a Canadian Paul is never an ass but he doesn’t give anyone much of a chance to make any excuses either.
I watched X-Weighted a couple of times last season but earlier this week was a standard episode that I thought was great to watch especially for the lack of hype that this show uses to bring across the idea of weight loss over a longer period of time. The structure of X-Weighted is that you will have an intro where you see the life situation of someone that wants to lose weight, then Paul Plakas measures and weighs the person, looks in their kitchen and does a fitness assessment. Later in the show you have workouts and a a weight in and finally at the end there is an official X-Weighted final weigh in. Great drama and great info all in an hour
Anatomy of an X Weighted Episode
The X-Weighted episode that I saw started with Michelle, a lady that was over weight and would like to lose 50 pounds. She had problems with one of her three children being Autistic and becoming a problem and her whole family leaned on her for support in various parts of their lives. Because of Michelle’s work schedule and early mornings she would eat out at fast food places once or twice EVERY day. Now we know this ladies background.
First things first for the meeting with her trainer . Michelle laid out her situation and then told her trainer that she wanted to lose 50 pounds in the next six months. Her trainer talked to her about her exercise requirements, eating requirements, tested her current level of fitness and then followed her around for a day. A couple of day later Michelle met with her trainer for a training session and then we get to see how Michelle reacts over the next few months to life, changes and weight loss.
In the end Michelle lost I believe 44 pounds and was really happy with how things went for her weight loss. Her life was a series of traumatic events over the time of her weight loss and it really makes you feel for her and her family.
X-Weighted is a great show in that it really walks you through how real people lose weight while living their regular lives, this is a classic idea of a reality show where the people are in their own surrounding much like our own and every great result is hard fought. X-Weighted is on in Canada on many nights of the week on the Slice Network (formerly the Life Network).
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I just wanted to comment on your show. I love it. I am a new viewer never having watched it until recently and I am now addicted. I jut love Paul. He is so personable and I find it hard to believe any of your weight losers don’t like him – he’s doing what he can to help them and while he can be tough I think he’s just great. I also like your guests (even when they gripe) because I find myself routing for them throughout.
Keep making these shows please and I can guarantee I’ll keep watching. I even rewatch episodes I’ve seen before because I find them not only entertaining but interesting, informative, inspiring and a great motivation to keep fit.
Thanks for producing such a great show and congratulations on finding such a great trainer like Paul.
Sincerely yours.
I have grown to absolutely LOVE watching X-Weighted. During every episode, I learn something new to implement into my own life be it eating habits or exercise.
Over the last 2 weeks, the Slice Network has changed the airing of X-Weighted and I am really hoping this is temporary. I loved watching it every weekday evening at 7:00 (Atlantic time) and in 2 weeks I have not been able to see it!
So, Slice Network… Why mess with a great thing?!!!
i was watching the programe amd the people you are weighing i am alto heaver thantthem i come in at 17 st 10 lbs lady for my height my bmi is45.1 i am very obsesi need to lose my tummy and waist which i 55
I would also like to know about the change in the shows-I used to watch them every night and now they are only on Thursdays- I would also like to know when the new ones are on??
i was just watching an episode of your show… and i came to the realization that now 17 months after having a child i feel like its time to get back to normal… my sister in-law and i are in DESPREATE need of some weight control. i would really enjoy hearing from you…
thank u
I am Welsh and I watch X-weighted on the Sky Real Lives Channel. I love the show because it is very realistic about losing weight. Some people are not successful and the programe does not hide this. Those who are successful lose realistic amounts of weight in really healthy ways. I have spent the last four years losing weight and I have changed my life in every way imaginable. This programme really inspires me to continue with my work.
I watch you show on a daily basic (when on). How can I be a person on the show. I live in Va and have been fat all my life, just like everyone else. I don’t know what to do. I have a 8 year old son that I want to watch grow up. Please let me know if ya’ll are still doing this or that I’m watching old shows. Thanks Roy
I love your show, it totally motivated me to want to work out and start eating right. I am a 30yr mother and wife, I have 4 kids ages 12,8,5, and 3. I have been overweight it seems like for the past 12 years. I weigh 165 and I really want to get down to about 125-130 by September, that would be 2 pounds a week. I would LOVE to be on your show, do you guys ever travel to different locations. I am in the Portland, Oregon area, it’s gorgeous out here!!!! I need help, also wondering do you guys have a actual website, that has tips on dieting and what not?? Thanks and again LOVE the show, keep going with it please!!!
Thanks~
Jamie Rand
Portland Oregon
hi Paul I would like if I can be on your show because i wont to loss wight for my birthday and I did email you and know one read turn the messaga so i am asking if i can be on the show my email address is marshaclarke@rocketmail.com
HI , I have a 6 month old baby, and i can’t get rid of the extra weight.
but my biggest problam is after the pregnancy my body change so much now i can’t eat any lactoce, so my problem is i don’t know how or what to cook without lactoce.
please help me i get so sick when i eat something i did not know had lactoce.
Eren
Hi
I’m a 25 year old female. I have been gaining weight for like the last 10 years. Last time I weighed myself I was 270 lbs. I have no self confidence at all. I have a surgery coming up this October. They might not perform the surgery due to my weight being a risk for my heart. I need help. I get stressed and I eat please if you need a contestant this size I need the help to be healthy!
I am a 32 year old female. I have 4 children and am a type 1 diabetic. I have been fighting with my weight since I was a teenager. I now weigh 195 and I am 5′1. I need to learn to eat right and how to workout. I need someone to teach me a routine. I just need a start, I have four wonderful kids I need to live for and teach how to eat right too. Please help me
I watch your show and love it…………the amazing results, I could only wish. I always weighted 98 to 105 lbs. and after having a sergury , I never lost my weight. I now have what you call a bekini cut due to the sergury where its going to be hard to tone up or never tone because of all of the cut muscles. I am very depressed about the whole thing . I try very hard to eat properly, I am very busy with my family and friends and don’t seem to be able to make time for myself. I have also been in a motor vehicle accident and have pain quite a bet throughout my body ( hips, shoulders , back etc. ) but I WILL NOT GIVE IN TO THIS PAIN .. I TRY VERY HARD TO FIGHT AGAINST IT.
IT’S PROBABLY IMPOSSIBLE TO BE ON YOUR SHOW BUT DO YOU HAVE ANY TIPS FOR ME
Hey
I dont know if this is the place I’m looking for or not so here goes.
I am a 45 year old male who had a kidney transplant on Mar 25 2009. Before surgery I was 193lbs and feeling good. Since the surgery I have gained 30 plus pounds and now my blood pressure has gone up and even with medication it wont come down. I am scared that if I dont loose this extra weight that I might loose my new kidney. I have gone my whole life with kidney disease and finally feel awesome. I have never in my life felt so good. Unfortunately I dont have any motivation to really get going and loose this weght. I know the fact that I can loose my kidney should motivate me, unforunately in my house there is no disapline on junk food or any food for for that fact. If we want to eat it we eat it. I could really use some help to get on track. If there is anyway XWeighted can help please help me. send me an email and I will give you any information you need to help me.
Thaning you in advance
David James
How I love your show…but….Is there still hope for me? I’m 62 yrs old, have a burning desire to feel good about myself again, have no help or support and think I’m not worthy of good things…Is there anyone out there who could help me, really help me? My world fell apart 4 yrs. ago and I lost 50 lbs…that was only because I basically quit eating…I have now put it back on and am so very misreable with myself..I have kept all my beautiful “thin” clothes but they seem to torture me rather than help…I want to do all the right things but I’m so alone in this battle…If I just had a Paul to work with….Love to you all, nan
I wish I lived in canada , I would have applied to lose weight with Paul . I love Paul , love his friendly smile , he is so friendly and helpful I just dont understand those who get cross with him, i would love it if he gets tough with me , because that will give me better results . I watch it all the time and Now my Husband also tapes it for me to watch it when i m free . I m learning so much from the program . it is a good incentive , thank you PAUL . keep up the good work .
Hi, i dont no much about your show my sister tells me its really life changing , what i do no is that you help people get to their goal weigght , and i was wondering how you can get on the show ,. ? if u can email me that would be great . i really would like some help loseing weight .. thanks