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Who is he?
TV star and son of rocker Ozzy.
What is he famous for?
Being the son of rock darlings Ozzy and Sharon and as a star of the family's now legendary MTV reality show The Osbournes.
Why did he brave extreme health camp?
'Because when I am old and dying, I want to be content that I've done everything I wanted to do in life. And, I'm trying to quit drinking alcohol, so I was keen to experience something new.'
Did t'ai chi help him conquer his inner fear?
'Yes – I was able to sit on an extremely high mountaintop and watch the sunset.'
How has the course changed his life?
'Doing this feels like one of the best decisions I've ever made. It was an adrenalin rush. I feel so energetic and enlightened and so grateful that I could come and do it.'
Find out more about Jack's adventure in his diary.
Who is she?
Model and TV presenter.
What is she famous for?
Being a Big Breakfast presenter and a beauty with brains – Catherine trained to be a lawyer.
Why did she brave extreme health camp?
'I liked the idea of challenging myself.'
Did t'ai chi help her conquer her inner fear?
'I was surprisingly undaunted by the exercises we were asked to do. Sometimes it felt really beautiful and amazing to be way up there doing these tasks.'
How has the course changed her life?
'I am sorry to say that what I really realised was that I couldn't live without hot water and electricity.'
Who is she?
Wine expert and TV presenter.
What is she famous for?
Outrageously abstract explanations of wine.
Why did she brave extreme health camp?
'I get really wound up and stressed. I thought that doing this might help me be more calm.'
Did t'ai chi help her conquer her inner fear?
'I had my doubts about therapies and the hugger-mugger and brainwashing sessions but I actually conquered my fear of heights.'
How has the course changed her life?
'If you had told me I would be doing things like I did, I would have thrown up. I never ever believed that I could do the things I ended up doing. I feel enhanced, empowered and in a much better place. I feel I can do anything and everything's within my grasp.'
Who is he?
Newspaper columnist, TV presenter and former stand-up comedian.
What is he famous for?
Writing tabloid columns and being the warm-up act on the very first episode of Have I Got News For You.
Why did he brave extreme health camp?
'I suffer from stress, anxiety and insomnia and liked the idea of finding a better way of coping.'
Did t'ai chi help him conquer his inner fear?
'At times, I found it so hard that I was just a thin membrane away from tears – and I didn't even cry when my children were born. I did things I never ever believed I could or would ever do. I got so much out of the t'ai chi. Chris, our tutor, has had an astonishing effect on me.'
How has the course changed his life?
'I've never achieved anything like it – apart from producing two kids.'
Who is she?
Former PA to David Beckham.
What is she famous for?
Being the 'other woman' in the Becks text affair; kissing and telling.
Why did she brave extreme health camp?
'I'm keen to try everything and I liked the idea that I might come back having learned something or feeling a little bit changed.'
How did she find trying to get in touch with her sexuality live on TV?
'I was curious and because we never knew what was coming next, that added to the excitement. But there are some things that should be done in private.'
How has the course changed her life?
'It enforces the idea that sex is a great part of life.'
Who is he?
DJ and radio presenter.
What is he famous for?
Accosting Rolling Stone Ronnie Wood on stage at the Brit Awards in 2000.
Why did he brave extreme health camp?
'I liked the idea of being in Thailand exploring things that I've never done before.'
How did he find trying to get in touch with his sexuality live on TV?
'It was very uncomfortable at times. The slow dancing was particularly hard.'
How has the course changed his life?
'It was really tough at times – the mosquito bites made me ill. I don't know that I actually enjoyed it.'
Who is she?
Actor and scriptwriter.
What is she famous for?
Playing Louise Raymond – Tiffany's mum – in EastEnders.
Why did she brave extreme health camp?
'I'm a naturally open person and I liked the idea of exploring things further.'
How did she find trying to get in touch with her sexuality live on TV?
'I was worried about taking part in something I might regret.'
How has the course changed her life?
'I'm glad I came and there have been some insightful moments.'
Who is he?
DJ, presenter, photographer and actor.
What is he famous for?
Hosting TV programme Dance Energy on BBC2 in the early 90s and being Mr Janet Street-Porter. He has been a deejay for Muhammad Ali.
Why did he brave extreme health camp?
'It wasn't a sexual thing; it was a chance to have a bit of fun in the sun.'
How did he find trying to get in touch with his sexuality live on TV?
'It was horrible and there were some things that I was just not going to do.'
How has the course changed his life?
'I'm not 100% sure yet.'
Who is he?
Comedian and presenter.
What is he famous for?
Being a member of French and Saunders' backing band Raw Sex; being an accomplished drummer and presenting the BBC Holiday programme.
Why did he brave extreme health camp?
'I liked the idea of feeling "transformed". And, I wasn't quite sure what my inner-self was, so I was keen to explore that aspect of things. Generally, I wanted to be transformed in a "we can rebuild him" kind of way.'
Did he drink his own pee?
'Yes.'
What did it taste like?
'Not as bad as you might think.'
How has the course changed his life?
'I feel 100% fitter, healthier and wiser.'
Who is she?
DJ, presenter and Celebrity Big Brother contestant.
What is she famous for?
Losing her job after failing to turn up to present her Radio 1 show after a big night out.
Why did she brave extreme health camp?
'Though I'm not an out-and-out hippy, I liked the idea of "clearing my soul". I wanted to come back and feel really light and pure and clean – and hollow, in a good way.'
Did she drink her own pee?
'No. I find the whole idea repulsive.'
How has the course changed her life?
'It's given me a chance to engage in some serious self-analysis.'
Who is he:
Lads' Mag pioneer and journalist.
What is he famous for?
Launching Loaded magazine and creating the Lads' Mag revolution.
Why did he brave extreme health camp?
'I have a compulsive, obsessive personality. I managed to kick my drink and drug habits, so now I would like to stop eating rubbish. And, I thought it would be a laugh.'
Did he drink his own pee?
'Yes – it tasted like two-day old wine.'
How has the course changed his life?
'At first, I was stuck between the desire to reach a higher spiritual plane and an equally strong desire to arse around. I got into it so much that I stayed on for a few days longer. I've definitely let go of some mental baggage.'
Who is she?
Journalist and presenter.
What is she famous for?
Launching the award-winning Rough Guide travel series on BBC2 and being the face of 80s and 90s youth TV – and never being seen without her trademark dark glasses.
Why did she brave extreme health camp?
'I liked the idea of the spiritual challenge.'
Did she drink her own pee?
'My doctor says it is actually good for you.'
How has the course changed her life?
'I feel a hell of a lot better than when I arrived but I can't say I will be drinking copious amounts of salt water every day.'
Who is he?
Journalist, presenter, creator of legendary record label Factory Records.
What is he famous for?
Putting the 'Madchester' music scene on the map.
Why did he brave extreme health camp?
'I thought it sounded like a very interesting thing to do.'
How did it feel taking hallucinogenic drugs live on TV?
'I didn't like the idea that the course leader seemed to differentiate between everyday street drugs and the herbal concoctions we took here. He seemed to think there was something more pure about his ones but they are not, they all come from similar sources. Taking the brews that they made felt like medicine for the soul.'
How has the course changed his life?
'At first, I was a bit pathetic about joining in but I spent the entire week thinking about my family and friends and realising how important they were.'
Who is she?
Comedy actress.
What is she famous for?
Starring alongside Rowan Atkinson in The Thin Blue Line.
Why did she brave extreme health camp?
'I was very keen on the idea of a spiritual odyssey and of finding myself.'
How did it feel taking hallucinogenic drugs live on TV?
'I thought I was going to die. The trip was truly terrifying. But going through that and letting yourself go is like letting go of your ego that resists everything. It is like a total and utter surrender of yourself.'
How has the course changed her life?
'Getting off my face in Peru was extraordinary. I feel like I have been taken apart and put back together again in a completely different way.'
Who is she?
Glamour model.
What is she famous for?
Being photographed with very few clothes on.
Why did she brave extreme health camp?
'I wanted to find out something more about myself.'
How did it feel to take hallucinogenic drugs live on TV?
'It was really frightening. I felt as though I was dying and couldn't breathe. I've never been so frightened in my life.'
How has the course changed her life?
'I feel the medicine did have an effect. I know who I am now. I feel complete, proud of myself and at peace with myself. The whole reason for doing it makes sense.'
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