has anyone ever tried

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has anyone ever tried
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Fri, 04-22-2005 - 2:13am
the Micheal Thurmonds 6 week body makeover? He's the guy off the extreme makeover show. He always does wonders for those people. I just wondered before I shelled out $120 for his program. I told myself I would not pay for another diet book,cd,pill and here I am again curious.
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Fri, 04-22-2005 - 2:25am
That post was from me "JODE" not "Deann33" I didn't realize I had an old member name in there and I clicked on it on accident. Not that anyone knows me but it was kinda weird. Ok, rambling and tired. Leaving computer!
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Fri, 04-22-2005 - 6:55am
Shoot go to the www.provida.com website and find out what "type you are" if you are Type A, I'll give you the food plan myself. I have it typed up on Word.
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Fri, 04-22-2005 - 7:26am

Haven't tried or heard of it, but here's a review I found- http://www.dietbites.com/Michael-Thurmond-Make-Over-America.html


Welcome to the board by the way ;-)

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Registered: 12-04-2003
Fri, 04-22-2005 - 12:10pm

Here is the review from chasefreedom diet reviews:


"6 Week Body Makeover"


Reviews


The "6 Week Body Makeover" is based on the theory that everyone has a different natural body shape and metabolism. By tailoring a custom diet and exercise program to your metabolism type, your body can lose weight at maximum efficiency.


Pro: In order to lose weight quickly and transform your entire body, it is essential to chose a program that is customized to your personal metabolism and blood type. You fill out a simple questionaire, which will tell you your own metabolism type. You then match your body size and shape Blueprint cards in order to discover your body type and problem areas. It is quick and easy.


The program directs you to a customized eating plan that is designed to re-program your metabolism, as well a 18-20 minute body sculpting exercise program which specifically targets your individual problem areas. It is the customized approach which leads to faster results than most people can imagine. The program is safe and easy to use and comes with step-by-step instructions and a 800 number to answer your questions.



Commentary: We are all not as different as we may think. Our individual basal metabolic rates (metabolism) are determined by weight, age and physical activity and do not alter greatly between people of the same characteristics. This product is sold in a slick infomercial. That is never a good sign. This product was created with the marketplace in mind, knowing what emotionally appeals to frustrated, overweight people.


It is an expensive ($159 base), gimmick-based program that basically tells you to eat healthy and exercise. Keep your money and do just that. Try to avoid weight loss programs that promise "fast," "easy," or "quick" results. If long-term weight loss was this straight-forward, The "6 Week Body Makeover" would be a house-hold name and sold in mainstream stores instead of obscure websites and infomercials.


For weight loss and general fitness we are much bigger fans of lifestyle exercise activities such as tennis, hiking, walking, cycling, dancing, climbing, etcetera... These are the type of activities that you don't think of as exercise and sustain themselves in the long-term. Add a basic food program or one of the simple and inexpensive online programs for structure and support, and you have the best possible option for success.


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Fri, 04-22-2005 - 8:49pm
I'm a type B of course. I'm such a picky eater I wish I knew what the food was gonna be like.
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Registered: 04-19-2004
Sat, 04-23-2005 - 7:13am
Type B isn't much different from A. I'll see if my friend can type up the Type B foods and eating plan for you and I'll get back to you on it.