Ben Napier, the charismatic woodworker from HGTV’s “Home Town,” recently shared an update on his weight loss journey and health after undergoing shoulder surgery. Joined by his wife, Erin Napier, the couple appeared on "The Tamron Hall Show" on March 13 to discuss Ben’s transformation and the motivations behind it.
Ben’s Journey to Better Health
At 41 years old, Ben Napier isn’t just a tall guy; he's a towering figure at 6-foot-6. When Tamron Hall mentioned this fact during the show, Erin Napier, 39, chimed in, “I think it’s pretty cool.” Her comment was met with applause from the audience. But there’s more to Ben than just his height. Tamron pointed out that Ben had lost an impressive amount of weight, to which Ben clarified, “95 pounds, not 100.”
From Blood Pressure Concerns to Shoulder Surgery
When Tamron asked Ben what had happened since their last conversation, Ben revealed that his doctors were concerned enough about his blood pressure to suggest medication. However, Ben decided to take matters into his own hands. “They wanted to put me on blood pressure medicine, and then I had shoulder surgery,” Ben explained. “It’s amazing how much weight you lose when you can’t lift weights. It’s mostly muscle, though.”
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Ben’s experience highlights the unexpected side effects of injury or surgery. While losing weight might sound positive, it’s crucial to maintain muscle mass as part of overall health. Ben’s journey reminds us that health is a balance, and every step matters.
Erin’s Role in Ben’s Health Journey
Tamron then turned to Erin to ask how she had contributed to Ben’s weight loss and whether she had made any changes at home to support him. Erin’s response was heartfelt and genuine. “I just want him to be alive as long as I’m alive,” she said, her voice filled with emotion. “And I want him to be there for my girls when they’re adults. So, this was not a me thing. This was a him thing.”
Erin’s words resonated deeply with Tamron and the audience, drawing heartfelt reactions. It’s clear that Ben’s motivation came from within, driven by his love for his family and his desire to be present for them in the years to come.
Family First: Helen and Mae
Erin and Ben are proud parents to two daughters, Helen, 7, and Mae, 3. During their press tour in New York City to promote the third season of “Home Town Takeover,” the couple brought their daughters along. Erin reflected on Mae’s growth, saying, “She’s almost 4. I don’t have a baby anymore.”
Despite the challenges of parenting, Erin and Ben remain committed to balancing their professional and personal lives. “They’re here,” Erin added, mentioning that her daughters had visited the Central Park Zoo earlier that morning. The couple’s dedication to their family shines through in every interaction.
Ben’s openness about his weight loss isn’t new. In November 2023, he shared that his motivation stemmed from wanting to be there for his daughters as they grow up. “We’re all trying to be healthier and trying to live better and trying to live longer,” Ben told Entertainment Tonight. “I started just [because I knew] I needed to take some weight off. And then we did an interview … and my shirt wouldn’t stay buttoned and I was like, ‘Oh, that’s a bad look. That is a bad thing.’ I was already working [on my weight] and then that jumpstarted it.”
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A New Beginning
Ben approached his health journey with a “new year, new me” mindset. “I was like, ‘I’m too young.’ At the time I wasn’t even 40,” he recalled. “So I said, ‘Let me see if we can drop it by losing weight.’”
In the same interview, Erin revealed some of their eating habits. “I like only eat ‘girl dinner,’ which is basically crackers for two meals a day. I just crave crackers and maybe a little cheese, charcuterie, a little fruit, maybe a crunchy carrot,” she explained. “Ben just basically adopted eating the way I was eating. He has one big meal. He eats a good, healthy, big lunch … Last night for supper he ate some dates. He’s obsessed with dates!”
