Ep 5. Andy Stain, Hannah Ames
- April 20, 2010
- 47 min
Andy Stain and Hannah Ames are the focus of Supersize vs Superskinny season 3 episode 5. The show begins with Andy, a 22-year-old graphic design student, who is struggling with his weight. Despite having a healthy breakfast, he often indulges in fast food and sugary snacks throughout the day. He admits to feeling ashamed and embarrassed about his body, and feels that his weight is holding him back in many areas of his life.
Meanwhile, Hannah is a 27-year-old dance teacher who is struggling to maintain her weight. She eats a very restricted diet and has a fear of gaining weight, which has led to her being considered underweight. Despite her skinny frame, she feels that her body is not toned enough and is self-conscious about her appearance.
Dr. Christian Jessen, the host of the show, brings Andy and Hannah together for a week-long diet swap. This means that Hannah will be eating the same amount of food as Andy and vice versa. At the beginning of the swap, Dr. Jessen notes that Andy is consuming around 5,000 calories a day, while Hannah is only consuming 1,200 calories.
The first day of the diet swap sees Hannah struggling to eat the amount of food that Andy normally consumes. She finds it difficult to finish her breakfast and lunch, and is feeling bloated and uncomfortable. Conversely, Andy is finding it hard to stick to Hannah's strict diet, and is feeling hungry and unsatisfied with the small portion sizes.
Throughout the week, Dr. Jessen checks in with both participants to see how they are getting on. He also brings in a team of nutritionists and fitness experts to provide advice and guidance. They encourage Hannah to increase her portion sizes and add more healthy fats and proteins to her diet, while advising Andy to cut down on his fast food intake and incorporate more fruits and vegetables.
As the week progresses, both Andy and Hannah begin to notice changes in their bodies. Hannah's energy levels have improved, and she is starting to see some muscle definition in her arms and legs. Andy has lost a few pounds and is feeling more confident about his ability to make healthier food choices.
The show culminates in a final weigh-in and body measurements for both participants. Dr. Jessen notes that Hannah has gained a few pounds, which he attributes to the increased portion sizes and added protein in her diet. However, he also points out that her body fat percentage has decreased, and she has gained some muscle definition.
Similarly, Andy has lost a few pounds and his body fat percentage has also decreased. He is feeling more confident about his ability to make healthier choices and has even started incorporating some exercise into his daily routine.
Overall, Supersize vs Superskinny season 3 episode 5 provides an insightful look into the struggles faced by people on both ends of the weight spectrum. Through the diet swap, both Andy and Hannah were able to learn a lot about their bodies and gain some valuable tools for maintaining a healthy weight in the long term.