Do you believe that Tony Robbins programs work?
348087
I love Tony's books, Audiobooks, videos, etc...  He is very motivating.  HOWEVER, like everyone else in that business, he wants/needs to make a profit.  He's not a church, he's a business... always keep that in mind.  We'll talk about it later.\nRead his Personal Power book, it's great, if you can read a book that thick (I don't have the time or energy to finish a book that thick anymore these days.) (I'll talk about Motivation later).  I've read both nearly ten years ago.  It was difficult to make the time.  I probably read it twice because I would go back and re-read and re-learn some of the chapters.\nThere is a TON of great info in that book.  And more great stuff in his Unleash the Power book.  Of course some of it is fluff and debateable.\nAs long as you have the motivation to sit and read it cover to cover, I think you will find a lot of usefull info inside.  Some of it you already know and use, you just don't realize it.\n90% of us don't have the motivation to sit, read and absorb that information.  We would rather watch a movie.  \nIf I told you the secrets of the world were in that book, would you read it?  Cover to cover?  No. \nI've given those books to people I cared for and people who could truly gain from the knowledge in those books.  Did they read it?  No.  \nOne of the things Tony talks about, is the reason he is so successfull.  Putting effort into something is the leaverage you need to see it through.  If he charges $100 to coach someone through a problem, Will that person follow that $100 worth of advice?  No...  \nIf a person spends $10,000 on his advice, is that person committed to making a change?  Probably yes...\nI no longer give out those books to people.  The people I give those books to have no drive to read them.    \nNow back to the business side of Tony.  I wish he was still independent and didn't create all his corporations.  He now has a large population of employees/stock holders to support.  They want to see a profit.  If you go to them, they will want to sell you something and something else, and something else, etc...  I no longer buy direct.  There is plenty of his stuff on eBay, used book stores, garage sales.  It has excellent prices, HOWEVER, by getting his books, tapes and videos at a discount, you now decrease the "Leverage" you will need, the incentive you will need to take the time, sit down, and read, learn and make that change in your life.  Remember the guy that spent $10,000 on coaching.  I bet he listened to his every word, took notes, and made a change in his life.  Now the guy who got the book for $4, do you think he read it?  Cover to cover?  No.\nDon't be that guy or girl who doesn't have any motivation to see it through.  I have seen it through and I continue on the journey.  He doesn't teach you everything.  The meaning of life is not in his books, but some really good info to help you through life is in there, only if you have the determination to read a book.  Do you?
1085920
get yourself along to an Anthony Robbins seminar asap or even just get one of his books off amazon online. it's worth every penny and I've seen some very disabled people make some big life changes after attending or reading his stuff. Do everything you can to get motivated by life and don't feel guilty or selfish about it. you are worth the effort. you have been given a chance of a new life after a crash. it won't be easy but you're alive and above ground so you're a success today for a start. hold on there. it will be ok and it will get better. Big hug to get you started.
674407
Yup!! It works... the reason is because having someone there makes it better. They give you moral support to go on, and they motivate you when they start seeing changes in u. So when you wanna lash back, you0ve got someone there to push you again!!
544237
i've heard hypnotherapy works
174913
Your question implies an attitude that will lead to failure.\nCrash weight reduction programs don't work.  \nIf you're commited to changing your life style, you can develop the body you want and keep it forever - with very little effort, but you've got to expect to give it a year or so to work.\nSlow and steady wins the race.
35583
Yes they do work I lost 35 pounds during the holidays and lowered my blood pressure and got off all of my blood pressure medications. I did this last year and I have kept it off.\n\nLink for info.
74959
I used to be a trainer at a gym awhile back and what I used to tell my clients is that they would feel their improvements long before they would see them. Little things at first like finding it easier to breathe, pants would fit better, maybe they would be sleeping better. It's important before beginning such a program to gather data like weight, maybe a fat pincher test, take a few measurements, and definetly take pictures. Initially, you'll need this data to keep motivated, but within 2 to 4 weeks you should see some results. Sometimes it's good to have others help with this in the early stages.
1146534
yeah, have seen !!! but that did nt work !!!!!
622338
I love all of the Billy Blanks DVDs--and yes, they really do work.  Of course, most exercise videos will work; the key is to find something you enjoy so that you'll stick to it.  I find the Tae Bo workouts inspiring and empowering, and afterwards, I feel ready to take on the world.  It's an excellent, well-rounded cardio routine that also works to tone your core.  It won't replace your need for weight-training, though, if you'd like to build more muscle.  Hope you find a program that works for you!
206349
Scared Skinny: Weight-Loss Boot Camp Is Tough but Effective\n\nBy Denise Mann\nWebMD Medical News  Reviewed By Dr. Tonja Wynn Hampton  \n\n \nJuly 31, 2000 -- An ultra-strict boot camp program that promotes gradual weight loss through exercise, calorie counting, and weekly weigh-ins and support meetings really does help members lose weight for good, according to results of a five-year study.\n\nOne of the hardest parts of losing weight is maintaining the loss, but participants who stayed with the Trevose Behavior Modification Program lost nearly one-fifth of their original body weight and kept it off for five years, according to the study published in the International Journal of Obesity. More than half of Americans are overweight or obese, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.\n\nServing 1,200 people in 62 locations in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania, the Trevose Behavior Modification Program is staffed entirely by volunteers and charges no fees, but "failures" are kicked out of the program if they fail to attend the hourlong, weekly meetings or don't lose 15% of their excess weight during the first five weeks. \n\nThe program was founded in 1970 by Albert Stunkard, MD, director of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine's Obesity Research Clinic, along with an insurance executive named David S. Zelitch, who lost 100 pounds after a heart attack -- and kept it off.\n\nThe study looked at more than 300 people who applied to the program in 1992 and 1993. Many of the applicants changed their minds and/or were rejected because they did not meet program criteria. Of 202 who started the program, 105 remained for a year, 59 were still in it after three years, and 39 people finished five years. Participants who followed the regimen for two years lost an average of 19% of their original weight. After five years, they were still 17% lighter than their original weight, the study showed.\n\nParticipants lost 2.4 times as much weight in two years as patients, in another study, who took the prescription diet pill Xenical.\n\nTo join the program, participants must be highly motivated to lose weight. Only people who need to lose 20 to 100 pounds can join. The program does not accept "morbidly obese" members, as such people should lose weight under the guidance of physicians, says member, program director, and study author Mary L. Jackson, director of the Trevose Behavior Modification Program based in Trevose, Pa.\n\n"We do it for the long term, whereas a lot of other programs do it until a participant loses weight," she tells WebMD. "It's a very disciplined program, and it's not for everyone. You have to keep records, attend meetings, and meet minimal weight loss requirements." Jackson joined the program in 1975 and lost 100 pounds. She became co-director in 1976. Now, 25 years later, she has kept off 80 to 85 pounds.\n\nMost of the existing Trevose Behavior Modification Program groups have long waiting lists, Jackson says, but new groups may begin soon. \n\nOne obesity expert who was not involved in the study says there's a simple reason the Trevose program is so effective: "If you don't do a good job, you are immediately kicked out," says Steven Peiken, MD, a professor of medicine at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center and head of gastroenterology at Cooper Hospital, both in Camden, N.J.\n\nBut there's hope for the many people who don't do well with such programs, he tells WebMD. \n\n"Some of these people need help curbing their appetite, feeling fuller, or preventing the absorption of fat in their diet," he says. "Fortunately, there are all types of medications available for people who can't get by with behavior modifications alone. \n\n"Obesity is such a complex, complicated problem that no single treatment will work for everybody." \n\nTo check for openings in the Trevose Behavior Modific
638071
I don't think anyone here has i havent but if it is telling you what types of foods to eat and not eat and how much to eat and all that stuff then it is probally a good program.
816491
I pray to resolve my problems and it does work. I have reached 65 and able look back on my life and the decisions I made both personally and business wise.You are not given a crystal ball to see pitfalls and dangers although some are common sense.I have never charged anyone for my advice or preached to anyone,but I do understand people whom pay for professional advice.Best wishes \nand I`ve reported that first reply.
353210
*IF* you somehow showed that it did work, it would only be a result of the placebo effect, where you think its telling the truth, and then somehow your body makes it true.\n\nBeyond that, none at all.
215295
None of them.\nIf you read the fine print, they all say "These claims have not been evaluated by the FDA."  They also say that the pills/whatever work best when combined with a sensible diet and exercise program. Duh, a sensible diet and exercise program works even without pills.\nA lot of people are on here pushing diet pills that they sell.  Anything that's sold on testimonials and not hard scientific data is suspect.  And their supposed science data is never published in any real medical journals or publications or reviewed by any doctors not on the companies payroll.
139058
No, i have had a personal trainer for 3 years and am currently studying to be one myself. Trust me, if you stick to the plan he gives you and show results that is all the thanks they need but still Thanks for the guidance goes along way. Nevertheless, i give my trainer a bonus in a christmas card every year for his efforts.
635780
No, I think he has business friends who think it would be a good thing to regularize less expensive labor.  I also think he honestly thinks it is the right thing to do, and wants the program to be part of his legacy.  He grew up in Texas, and I think he has put a good deal of thought into it, right or wrong.  He was talking about this from the first day he went into office, but got sidetracked by 9/11, in my opinion.
673722
Studies say no.  Penn & Teller Bullsh*t (Sho Time) did a story on it. It was funny and none of the methods they tested worked at all.