Comments on: HalfAssed A WeightLoss Memoir http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/ Sat, 08 May 2010 11:49:10 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 By: J. Poulin http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11989 J. Poulin Thu, 08 Apr 2010 23:02:18 +0000 http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11989 Not the best story on the subject<br>Rating:3 out of 5 stars<br>This book was okay, but I really didn't find it all that inspirational, or even typical of most weight-loss stories. In the first chapters the author gets into her childhood background and what it felt like growing up fat, but she really didn't suffer too much cruelty from other children, and she got to deal with her self-image without being constantly picked on and put down. I didn't come away feeling that she truly understood the psychological pain of being a fat child. As an adult she then makes up her mind to lose weight and goes about it in a analytical way that seems to lack the very overwhelming feelings that usually accompany a big weight-loss goal...the strong feelings of knowing that a daunting task of losing a great deal of weight and the long length of time it will take to reach such a goal lay ahead. I've known people who've had to lose far less struggle harder to reach their goal. <br /> <br />The author writes about a rapid 10 pounds a month weight loss with almost no set-backs. Everything she does seems to spur on a rapid weight-loss. She moves to a new apartment and drops five pounds. She steals desserts or eats cheesecake and gains nothing. She rarely mentions fighting temptation, doesn't seem to be suffering any self-deprivation and never has to push herself to stick with her excercise regiment. Everything is easy and just keeps getting easier. <br /> <br />She's lost the weight after the first few chapters and now her story seems focused on how she perceives herself and the world around her from inside her now smaller body. She discusses how she relates to clothes, shopping and interacting with other people. I just didn't see any real struggle to reach a truly daunting goal. Everything was somewhat quick, easy and went according to plan. She started out facing a health crisis but her motivation for losing weight really just seemed about looking good in nicer clothes. Not the best story on the subject
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
This book was okay, but I really didn’t find it all that inspirational, or even typical of most weight-loss stories. In the first chapters the author gets into her childhood background and what it felt like growing up fat, but she really didn’t suffer too much cruelty from other children, and she got to deal with her self-image without being constantly picked on and put down. I didn’t come away feeling that she truly understood the psychological pain of being a fat child. As an adult she then makes up her mind to lose weight and goes about it in a analytical way that seems to lack the very overwhelming feelings that usually accompany a big weight-loss goal…the strong feelings of knowing that a daunting task of losing a great deal of weight and the long length of time it will take to reach such a goal lay ahead. I’ve known people who’ve had to lose far less struggle harder to reach their goal.

The author writes about a rapid 10 pounds a month weight loss with almost no set-backs. Everything she does seems to spur on a rapid weight-loss. She moves to a new apartment and drops five pounds. She steals desserts or eats cheesecake and gains nothing. She rarely mentions fighting temptation, doesn’t seem to be suffering any self-deprivation and never has to push herself to stick with her excercise regiment. Everything is easy and just keeps getting easier.

She’s lost the weight after the first few chapters and now her story seems focused on how she perceives herself and the world around her from inside her now smaller body. She discusses how she relates to clothes, shopping and interacting with other people. I just didn’t see any real struggle to reach a truly daunting goal. Everything was somewhat quick, easy and went according to plan. She started out facing a health crisis but her motivation for losing weight really just seemed about looking good in nicer clothes.

]]> By: Melanie Wilson http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11986 Melanie Wilson Wed, 24 Mar 2010 23:29:30 +0000 http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11986 No whining here!<br>Rating:5 out of 5 stars<br>Jennette's writing is funny and light-hearted when dealing with a very serious subject: morbid obesity. The great thing is she does not whine, blame or spend an inordinate amount of time complaining about the changes she had to make in her life in order to lose weight. She just does it, sensibly and continuously, for more than two years to reach her goal weight. Amazingly uplifting! No whining here!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Jennette’s writing is funny and light-hearted when dealing with a very serious subject: morbid obesity. The great thing is she does not whine, blame or spend an inordinate amount of time complaining about the changes she had to make in her life in order to lose weight. She just does it, sensibly and continuously, for more than two years to reach her goal weight. Amazingly uplifting!

]]> By: Jill http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11977 Jill Sun, 21 Mar 2010 05:19:47 +0000 http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11977 Sad<br>Rating:1 out of 5 stars<br>I was asked to identify this book because I had mentioned it in another review. This book made me very sad. The author talks about wanting to have revenge on some highschool boys because of some unkind comments they had made. This happened years ago. The author needs to "lose that weight." <br />The author is critical of herself and others. This is a very sad and depressing read. Sad
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I was asked to identify this book because I had mentioned it in another review. This book made me very sad. The author talks about wanting to have revenge on some highschool boys because of some unkind comments they had made. This happened years ago. The author needs to “lose that weight.”

The author is critical of herself and others. This is a very sad and depressing read.

]]> By: kari from greensboro http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11982 kari from greensboro Sat, 20 Mar 2010 21:03:49 +0000 http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11982 Couldn't get into it....<br>Rating:1 out of 5 stars<br>I normally love weight loss tales, they usually are very motivational. However, this was a hard book to get into. I made it to page 45 and gave up. I do give the writer kutos for her weight loss success, but the book was too dull for me and just simply could not finish it. I would not recommend it. Couldn’t get into it….
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I normally love weight loss tales, they usually are very motivational. However, this was a hard book to get into. I made it to page 45 and gave up. I do give the writer kutos for her weight loss success, but the book was too dull for me and just simply could not finish it. I would not recommend it.

]]> By: D. Yarbrough http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11981 D. Yarbrough Mon, 15 Mar 2010 05:08:27 +0000 http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11981 Loved it....<br>Rating:5 out of 5 stars<br>I bought this book on a suggestion by Amazon, and it was right on. I totally connected with the book, and was bummed when I finished it. It was an honest account of a journey many of us have taken, and it was not sugar coated. The humor that was throughout the book was great. It kept me wanting more, and feeling like I was not the only person in the world with these thoughts/feelings. I am on my own journey, and this book really showed me that we all have basically the same obstacles. The difference is how we all handle it. The author is truly honest with herself and her readers, even talking about the secret eating (I too felt if no one saw it, it didn't count), and a lot of other issues. By the end of the book, I felt like a family member watching her grow as a person. I am going to pass this book on, it is too good to keep to myself! Loved it….
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this book on a suggestion by Amazon, and it was right on. I totally connected with the book, and was bummed when I finished it. It was an honest account of a journey many of us have taken, and it was not sugar coated. The humor that was throughout the book was great. It kept me wanting more, and feeling like I was not the only person in the world with these thoughts/feelings. I am on my own journey, and this book really showed me that we all have basically the same obstacles. The difference is how we all handle it. The author is truly honest with herself and her readers, even talking about the secret eating (I too felt if no one saw it, it didn’t count), and a lot of other issues. By the end of the book, I felt like a family member watching her grow as a person. I am going to pass this book on, it is too good to keep to myself!

]]> By: K. Giewat http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11975 K. Giewat Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:23:59 +0000 http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11975 Funny and Inspirational!<br>Rating:5 out of 5 stars<br>I just read Jenette's book and it was just what I needed! I am struggling to lose the same 30 pounds I've been losing my whole adult life and needed a little inspiration. After reading what Jenette was able to accomplish, I am now motivated to make the choices I know that I need to make on a daily basis. She also reminded me that changing bad habits happens one day at a time and that I'm worth it! I also appreciated her realization that there is no one diet, no "magic formula" for everyone. She steered clear of stating just how she did it and instead focused on making healthy choices that work for you in your own life. Thanks, Jenette!! Funny and Inspirational!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I just read Jenette’s book and it was just what I needed! I am struggling to lose the same 30 pounds I’ve been losing my whole adult life and needed a little inspiration. After reading what Jenette was able to accomplish, I am now motivated to make the choices I know that I need to make on a daily basis. She also reminded me that changing bad habits happens one day at a time and that I’m worth it! I also appreciated her realization that there is no one diet, no “magic formula” for everyone. She steered clear of stating just how she did it and instead focused on making healthy choices that work for you in your own life. Thanks, Jenette!!

]]> By: D. hanzel http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11985 D. hanzel Sat, 06 Mar 2010 07:25:10 +0000 http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11985 Wonderful book<br>Rating:5 out of 5 stars<br>This was a very inspiring book, and I laughed most of the way thru the book. What a wonderful writer....and what an inspiring journey. Wonderful book
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This was a very inspiring book, and I laughed most of the way thru the book. What a wonderful writer….and what an inspiring journey.

]]> By: shoewhore http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11980 shoewhore Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:23:37 +0000 http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11980 A great read!<br>Rating:5 out of 5 stars<br>This is a great read for anyone who has struggled to lose weight. The author shares many poignant insights from her journey. A great read!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a great read for anyone who has struggled to lose weight. The author shares many poignant insights from her journey.

]]> By: Carrie Bradshaw http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11983 Carrie Bradshaw Tue, 02 Mar 2010 06:54:26 +0000 http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11983 insightful read<br>Rating:4 out of 5 stars<br>You never know what someone has experienced when you see them walking down the street. Upon seeing the author as her thinner self you would have no idea that she lost nearly half her body weight. I was especially interested in this story because she did it the old fashion way. She doesn't knock those who have had weight loss surgery but, goes into detail how she decided to change her life. You watch Jeanette break old habits (which DO die hard), change her mindset and self-confidence. insightful read
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
You never know what someone has experienced when you see them walking down the street. Upon seeing the author as her thinner self you would have no idea that she lost nearly half her body weight. I was especially interested in this story because she did it the old fashion way. She doesn’t knock those who have had weight loss surgery but, goes into detail how she decided to change her life. You watch Jeanette break old habits (which DO die hard), change her mindset and self-confidence.

]]> By: PriscillyGirl http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11984 PriscillyGirl Sat, 27 Feb 2010 05:33:30 +0000 http://www.consumersratingproducts.com/2059/halfassed-a-weightloss-memoir/#comment-11984 This is the best weight loss memoir I've read yet!<br>Rating:5 out of 5 stars<br>I've been reading a LOT of weight loss memoirs lately, and I can safely say that this is the best one yet. This book has completely changed the way I view my weight loss journey. I've learned from Jennette Fulda that it's not just about the destination, it's about the journey. Oh yeah, and I've gotten a ton of inspiration to exercise. <br /> <br />And of course, Jennette is just so darn likable. She's sweet, funny and down to earth. I love this book! Definitely going to pass this one on. This is the best weight loss memoir I’ve read yet!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’ve been reading a LOT of weight loss memoirs lately, and I can safely say that this is the best one yet. This book has completely changed the way I view my weight loss journey. I’ve learned from Jennette Fulda that it’s not just about the destination, it’s about the journey. Oh yeah, and I’ve gotten a ton of inspiration to exercise.

And of course, Jennette is just so darn likable. She’s sweet, funny and down to earth. I love this book! Definitely going to pass this one on.

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