I Used to Be Fat

I Used to Be Fat

  • 2010
  • 2 Seasons
  • 22 Episodes
  •  7  (1)
  •   Ended

I Used To Be Fat is an MTV reality series that follows overweight teens striving to achieve weight loss through means of diet and exercise. Each episode follows one teenager who is paired with a motivational personal trainer. A trainer teaches them new exercise and eating habits over the next few months while offering emotional support. Documented students share their personal trials and tribulations in the series. Several episodes of the show have covered a high school student's last summer before college. These students expressed a desire for a metamorphosis before they start their new lives away from home.

I Used to Be Fat
Seasons
Lauren
13. Lauren
September 19, 2014
Since her mother's death, Lauren's become isolated and unmotivated. She comforts herself by cooking the fatty meals she used to prepare with her mum. Can trainer Yusef help her?
Darius
12. Darius
September 19, 2014
A young boy finds comfort in eating after his father abandons him. However, he wants to lose the weight before going off to college.
Gabriela M.
11. Gabriela M.
August 28, 2014
Shy Gabriela is a loner. She finds it's easier to turn to food than to make friends. Can she learn to step outside her safety zone and find her self-confidence?
Olivia
10. Olivia
July 25, 2013
After recovering from an illness that required the use of a wheelchair, Olivia must confront the weight she has gained.
Rebecca
9. Rebecca
July 24, 2013
Trainer Saran must confront Rebecca's over-protective father in order to help Rebecca lose her weight.
Jorine
8. Jorine
July 22, 2013
A family tragedy is responsible for Jorine's eating habits. In order to change, and get rid of the extra pounds for good, Jorine will have to learn to talk to her family.
Maya
7. Maya
July 22, 2013
Once an accomplished athlete, conflict between Maya's divorced parents caused her to abandon sports and overeat. Trainer Joey is determined to help get her back on track.
Kevin
6. Kevin
July 20, 2013
Kevin feels his mum babies him, and fears his extra weight has disappointed his dad. Can he learn to communicate with them and stop eating his feelings? (S2, ep6)
Kellie
5. Kellie
July 19, 2013
Kellie channels all her feelings into her artwork, and eats for comfort. In order for her to lose weight, trainer Saran must break through her shell.
Deanna
4. Deanna
July 18, 2013
In order to lose weight, Deanna must contend with her volatile dad and learn to embrace her own inner strength.
Trevor
3. Trevor
July 17, 2013
Trevor's dream of playing baseball in college is threatened by his weight. With the help of his coach, he sets out to change his habits and lose the weight
Paul
2. Paul
December 20, 2011
Paul longs to become a police officer, but his weight is holding him back.
Jose
1. Jose
December 11, 2011
I Used To Be Fat follows overweight teens as they share their personal struggles and triumphs. First, Jose yearns to lose weight to play college football and hopes trainer Joey can help.
Description
I Used To Be Fat is an MTV reality series that follows overweight teens striving to achieve weight loss through means of diet and exercise. Each episode follows one teenager who is paired with a motivational personal trainer. A trainer teaches them new exercise and eating habits over the next few months while offering emotional support. Documented students share their personal trials and tribulations in the series. Several episodes of the show have covered a high school student's last summer before college. These students expressed a desire for a metamorphosis before they start their new lives away from home.
  • Premiere Date
    December 29, 2010
  • Rating
    7  (1)