Ruben on The Biggest Loser

I'm so in love with Ruben being on this season.  I loved him (and Clay) on American Idol.  I think it's awesome that we see someone who's obviously *not* lazy battling with obesity.

So often we look at overweight people and assume they aren't trying hard enough.  That they just don't have willpower.  Clearly Ruben has a huge amount of willpower (he took it  all the way!) and still he has these problems.

Certainly the Biggest Loser has its own set of issues, but I'm glad we get to see overweight people in such a positive way.  It doesn't glorify being overweight, but it also doesn't demonize it.  It's just a battle some of us have to fight, and often it's one of many for us.

Also, I'm in love with all things Jillian Michaels.  She's my girl crush and my hero.  I want to look that pretty when I'm crying!