'Losing it with Jillian'

For anyone who has ever watched The Biggest Loser and thought, "I wish I had Jillian Michaels as my personal trainer," NBC created the Loser spin-off Losing it with Jillian. On Losing It, the tough-talking trainer moves into the homes of families who need to drop the extra pounds and gain improved lives. With the same no-nonsense approach that has made her a fitness superstar, Jillian gets in the faces and in the lives of these families for one week. Each family must confront the real reasons their weight is out of control, and these raw moments are the stuff this show is made of.

It's always an emotional roller-coaster as these families welcome Jillian into their lives with the intimidating goal of making a change.

At the beginning of the hour, Jillian surprises the family with a phone call to let them know that they have been chosen for the show. (Joy) Then, Jillian immediately meets them in the gym for an intense workout that rocks their world. (Frustration) Jillian later forces the family to take a deeper look at their weight issues. (Sadness) The family begins to overcome the issues that have held them back in life. (Hope) The family members change their lives and their clothing sizes. (Joy again)

It's true that the emotional roller-coaster ride is a predictable one after watching only a few episodes of the show, but that doesn't make it less exciting. Witnessing the changes that Jillian can spark in only one week is inspiring. Anyone who has ever struggled with weight or anything else will root for each new family and cheer when they are victorious in meeting their goals.

Watch Losing it with Jillian if you are a fan of television shows that spark change -- and if you're not ashamed to shed a few tears while watching a reality TV show.