Big Dave's Power Half Hour

On this episode of Big Dave's Power Half Hour, Toshamakia and Big Dave discuss being back in the gym with restrictions lifted and going back to some normalcy. How that's affecting some people. Being vaccinated and wearing mask or not. Who's responsibility is it at the gym when people are not cleaning machines after use? How are parents feeling about their children getting vaccinated? And why is it your business if someone chooses to wear their mask (vaccinated or not)? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to Len Almond of the British Heart Foundation's National Centre for Physical Education 'Young children should absolutely not be doing weight training or resistance work,' Big Dave says different! Click the link and download episode 51. This week, Big Dave & Toshamakia discussed:  Kids, the Gym and training for them Is it dangerous? Five reasons to start taking your kids to the gym. How to go about getting professional & proper training for you kids. The benefits for having your child in training & so much more.  They had listeners check in with questions like: Kimberly from TX - My 11yr old is a smart, happy kid but I feel as it I failed him by allowing him to eat whatever he chooses and feel that he would be a happier child if I were able to get home healthier.  How can I do that without it “feeling” forced? They also discussed what to do if your child isn't motivated by gym class or training. Click the link, download it , listen & take N anywhere with Big Dave's Power Half Hour anywhere! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you been having problems in the bedroom? Feeling tired for no reason after getting a full nights rest? Do you sometimes feel like it may be stress? When you're working out like you're not seeing your results? Download Big Dave‘s Power Half Hour episode 50. We sat down with Dr. Eric Natkin from R2 Medical Clinic. He answered these questions and explained why you could be feeling this way. We had tons of emails asking how does low testosterone mess with your body. How to know if you need to see a doctor for your hormones instead of taking that quick blue pill at the local gas station. Did you know that that pill can throw off your hormones even more? Big Dave's Power Half Hour is a no judgment zone and we always will have a guest on to answer every single one of your health and fitness questions. Click the link and download today! Dr. Erik Natkin, R2 Medical Clinic R2medicalclinic.com 720-640-2364   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Big Dave‘s Power Half Hour Toshamakia and Big Dave discuss the top fitness apps, what makes them unique, how easy they are to use, and their overall cost.  Holding yourself accountable when using a fitness app shows that you are actually taking care of yourself first. And we all know, when you take care of yourself everyone else around you will be better. They also discuss how to reward yourself on Wednesday, being consistent on your fitness journey, and how not to be so hard on yourself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Big Dave’s Power Half Hour Toshamakia & Big Dave spoke with Bobby Parrish of FLAVCity. They discussed how to travel while on your fitness journey, while enjoying life and making it even easier with his new book “5 Ingredient Meals” which is available everywhere. If you're just starting out on your fitness journey and you aren’t sure where to start this episode covers it! What are the best fats to cook with while keeping your food tasty. Bobby let's you know how to keep it simple and fun to stay focused and in shape where its counts…in the kitchen!! They also discussed: Protein shakes Different types of fats How to not complicate your fit journey and so much more! Click the link and share with a friend See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Dave and Toshamakia take questions from our inbox and DM's. Some of the topics they covered: Lifting heavy weight versus heavy volume Can I get a beach body by June? Is there an ideal amount of time to work out and still get results? HIIT class versus cardio Is it better to work out first thing in the morning? Are abs more about diet and less about crunches? How often should I change up my routine at the gym? How can I bulk up in the right places? I want to get more defined muscles but don't want to look bulky: how do I do this? What should I do about guys staring at me in the gym? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many of us (including Toshamakia!) are really nervous and feel like they don’t have enough information on the COVID vaccines. We sat down with Dr. Metha from Denver Health and he answered all of your questions and more. Are the side effects to the vaccine normal? What happens if you get vaccinated while unknowingly having COVID? How was he COVID vaccine made before a cure for cancer or AIDS? Can the clotting issue with the Johnson and Johnson vaccine be fixed? How effective are the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines? Will people need to get a COVID vaccine annually (like the flu shot)? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Check out Big Dave’s Power Half Hour. We talked with Sam, Regional Director of Operations Rocky Mountain High Dispensaries & Cannabis Station: How to know if CBD or THC is for you. Are doctors becoming more hip to THC/CBD? How to go from pain medications to CBD/THC. What can you do if your doctor doesn’t agree with Flower or CBD usage? What works best for sleep? What is Sativa versus Indica versus Hybrid? Which may be best for you? “Don’t let fear stop you from getting relief.” - Toshamakia (CBD user)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Big Dave’s Power Half Hour Big Dave & Toshamakia spoke about Endometriosis with Dr. Beman from CHPG Porter Women’s Health.  Here's what we covered: How to diagnosis it? What exactly is Endometriosis. Which IUD works best. Pregnancy and Endo How it affects 10-14% of women How your partner can be of support to you living with Endo and so much more To contact Dr. Beman: 15901 E Briarwood Circle Suite 200 Aurora, Colorado 80016 Tele: 303-316-6677 Website: Centura.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Big Dave’s Power Half Hour, Big Dave and Toshamakia discussed the Top Fitness Trends of 2021! Here is a few of the popular trends Booty pants Sneakers name brand or just comfort  Group training: some people feel better motivated by groups and mentally competition  Quick fixes, keto, liquid diets (i.e. teas) Top 10 fitness tends of 2021 The mirror —a subscription based fitness app that you work with a virtual trainer starts around 1500. Wearable technology —apple watch / Garmin / fit bit - heart rate / gps / food tracking apps -399. Hitt programs — circuit style using cardio machine at different variations fast slow or running walking sprinting. Fasting Personal trainer / coach health — motivated to keep you on track and program design to specifics for that person Peloton—$1800-2600 / Nordic track bikes around $2200-2500/subscriptions based for programs and coaches Prep plans food services - trifecta / hello fresh / Tokyo joe's— prepared food to match a person's needs from a caloric standpoint — keto, paleo, bulking, cutting, pre-contest weight loss, weight management and so much more! Click the link and share with a friend and remember, Health is Wealth! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If your car wasn’t properly working you would take it to get checked out, so why not do the same if you’re not feeling like yourself? Dr. Julie is able to assist you in so many ways. Did you know that getting your blood work done with Dr. Julie will reveal the reasons as to WHY you may be feeling sluggish, having frequent headaches or migraines, bloating or digestive issues? Dr. Julie discusses RESET days and how important they are! We touched on ADHD in children and their diets and how important it is to eat better (especially at a early age). Toshamakia admitted that she wasn’t one to get her blood work done at all, until changing foods and getting much more active didn’t help change how bad she was once feeling. She told Dr. Julie and Big Dave that if it wasn’t for the blood work she wouldn’t feel full of life, less stressful, and overall feel mentally clear.   Tune in and get informed with Dr. Julie, Big Dave & Toshamakia on this week's episode.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If your car wasn’t properly working you would take it to get checked out, so why not do the same if you’re not feeling like yourself? Dr. Julie is able to assist you in so many ways. Did you know that getting your blood work done with Dr. Julie will reveal the reasons as to WHY you may be feeling sluggish, having frequent headaches or migraines, bloating or digestive issues? Dr. Julie discusses RESET days and how important they are! We touched on ADHD in children and their diets, and how important it is to eat better especially at a early age. Toshamakia admitted that she wasn’t one to get her blood work done at all, until changing foods and getting much more active didn’t help change how bad she was once feeling. She told Dr. Julie and Big Dave that if it wasn’t for the blood work she wouldn’t feel full of life, less stressed, and overall feeling mentally clearer.   Listen to get informed with Dr. Julie, Big Dave and Toshamakia on this week's episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Dave and Toshamakia interviewed Josh and Alex McCray from JMcCray Fitness about fasting, dieting, and counting macros. They cover great tips, tricks and break down popular myths. This show is a bit longer than usual BUT there is soo much great information it is definitely worth taking the time to check it out. Find Josh and Alex from JMcCray Fitness on their socials: IG - JMcCrayFitness twitter - JMcCrayFitness FaceBook - JMcCrayFitness   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine if you were able to speak with someone who can help you by teaching you how your brain works. This week on Big Dave's Power Half Hour, BIg Dave and Toshamakia spoke with Brain Counselor & Hypnotherapist, Lisa Marini. Lisa loves bringing an understanding of the brain and the role is plays in all life decisions from weight loss, to goal setting, stress relief, and pretty much every aspect of life. We discussed about how to get your mind moving before your body does. We spoke about kids and their emotions during the pandemic and some day to day tricks that you can do to help teach your child to think differently and calmly while understanding their feelings and for many others, she shared how to work things out in your own head. So many of us are looking for ways to better ourselves everyday and Lisa Marini can help anyone with just that. Check out our podcast and Lisa’s website for a FREE consultation. She does individual coaching, a 6 week basic course, and online group classes which are great for team building and bonding. Lisa Marini, CBHC https://lmarini.com FB Lisa Marini - Brain Health Coach @lmarini.brain.health.coach IG @lmarinibraincoach lisa.m.marini@gmail.com 720-515-5755 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, Big Dave and Toshamakia take turns interviewing each other so you have the opportunity to really get to know them! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show Big Dave and Toshamakia discussed how many parents don’t realize their eating habits are what their children will most likely recycle. They talked about how you can make food fun, especially healthier foods? They also covered how you can talk to your children about being healthy without making them insecure about their physical self. And they touched on ideas of how parents can be active with their kids while not making it feel like it's another chore.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Dave and Toshamakia talked about HOW to find a gym that best suits you and how to create a list before shopping for your gym. Other topics they cover include: Can a person who is overweight be a trainer and help others lose weight? And GYM reviews, if you should trust a negative comments and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Big Dave's Power Half Hour, Toshamakia and Big Dave discussed eating disorders, Demi Lovato and how she finally told the world how she is overcoming something she has been struggling with for so long. They shared on how you can tell if someone you love or care about is dealing with an eating disorder. They also discussed how sharing some of your challenges can actually help you and so many others to heal and how you can get help. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do New Year resolutions matter right now during the COVD?   This week we did “Battle of the Sexes” on the topics below. It got VERY interesting with Dave’s answers. Are men more intelligent than women? Do beautiful girls have poorer performance in class? Is sleeping naked is more enjoyable than sleeping with clothes. When a lady smiles, does it imply she really likes you?     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Big Dave and Toshamakia caught up with Robert Richardson III from Season 1 of The Biggest Loser to see how things have been going since he left the show! Did he fall off or did he stay with it?! How is he helping others put their excuses to the side and how has the show and his life style changed the mind set of many around him? We got nosy and wondered if he has had the chance to catch up with the rest of the contestants from the show? He talks about the respect for food and how confidence can really show you who you are! Not only is he an inspiration for so many so is he wife Lena! She’s a lifestyle coach, who is into Holistic wellness and helps so many women transform their bodies. She is also the owner of a healthy, amazing juicing company called The Rich Juice. Click the link, share with a friend and get informed with Big Dave’s Power Half Hour hosted by Toshamakia   Follow Robert on social media IG: FitRichinFaith IG: TransformationFitNation   Follow Lena on social media IG:iam_LenaRichardson IG” TheRichJuice See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Dave and Toshamakia talked about how they found good in their lives during COVID-19 and they are thankful for the lessons that COVID brought. They also discussed the situation of a three year old girl, Sloane, who has a rare form of blood cancer.  They will give you information about how you can check if you are a possible donor who could save this little girl's life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Dave and Toshamakia talked about mental health during COVID-19 and how they found the good while navigating a difficult year. They also talked about how 30 seconds could save a three year old named Sloane who has a rare form of cancer.  During the long holiday weekend, listen to the podcast for details of how you can see if you are a match with Sloane. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Dave and Toshamakia talk about how weed can help with your workout.  They also dive into the following questions: Why should you put CBD under your tongue? How can marijuana help me gain weight while working out? Can cannabis be a replacemnet for a pre-workout? How can marijuana help you recover from injuries and soreness?   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

COVID has limited the activities that kids can do.  With even more restrictions taking effect this week, Big Dave and Tosha have a solution to get your kids out of the house and get them moving while you get to workout too! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Dave and Toshamakia uncover all the insecurities that people have when joining a gym and starting their fitness journey.  They talk about how to overcome gym-intimidation, so you can crush your goals! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode covers exercising while pregnant. Is it safe? What are the benefits of exercising while pregnant? Which exercises are safe to do and which ones should you avoid? Is it safe to take supplements?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This week on Big Dave's Power Half Hour, Toshamakia and Big Dave got deep into how to build your booty!  They’ve received so many emails and our listeners have been sliding in their DM’s about this topic.  Listen to hear Big Dave’s top 4 booty focused workouts and how to get the results you’ve been wanting.  They also discussed calorie count for leg day and nutrition. And they touched on proper gym etiquette. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Dave and Toshamakia discuss body fat myths. Tosha had a meltdown because she thinks she's "fluffy" and has plateaued. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

BIg Dave and Toshamakia discuss plateauing in your fitness journey, minicus tears, and arthritis. But the big discussion was about the power of your mind and how it can help you to heal. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Big Dave and Toshamakia answer a BIG question: if you have a girlfriend/boyfriend/spouse and he/she needs to lose weight, how do you approach this question? They also talked about how you can gain weight even when you have high metabolism. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Big Dave and Toshamakia discussed fasting on this week's show.  Here are a few questions they answered: Should you check with your doctor before fasting? If so, why? How many types of fasting are there? What happens if you don't lose weight while intermittent fasting? How does fasting play a role with your immune system? See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Big Dave and Toshamakia are back after being in quarantine for the last several months.  They discussed the new reality we are facing and how things have changed for staying physically and mentally healthy.  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Today on Big Dave‘s Power Half Hour hosted by Toshamakia, we had Dr. Tom-meka Archinard, medical doctor, masters of business administration, tele health specialist and assistant professor of emergency medicine. She is a board certified diplomat of emergency medicine and currently runs the free standing emergency department for the University of Alabama. Checked in with us to share some facts and tips on the COVID-19 virus.Why are people panicking ? Can someone get the virus by getting grab n go food if the person cooking has it? What is the age range of people you see coming into the ER? Does drinking warm water kill the virus? Once you get the Covid 19 are you become immune to it? Can you get the COVID-19 twice? How are you doctors preparing in the ER and taking care of yourselves? Go to CDC.gov for more information

Today on Big Dave's Power Half Hour Tosha and Big Dave discussed how to stay focused during an uncertain time Tosha and Big Dave discussed how to stay focused & motivated during this pandemic Big Dave shared some fun workouts you can do at home They spoke about emotional eating and how at this time is easy to indulge but important to stay on task Big Dave and Tosha will be posting at home workouts that you can do in the comfort of your own home Big Dave and Tosha are asking for you to send your home workout, so that we can post them on our Instagram @BigDavesPowerHalfHour

Big Dave and Toshamakia talked about alternatives to having back surgery. They covered cortisone shots, PRP, stem cells and nerve block treatments.

Big Dave and Toshamakia discussed quick fix diets and if they are healthy for you. They talked about laxative teas, the water diet, the Beyonce diet, juice cleanses and more!

Big Dave and Toshamakia talk with an amazing superwoman by the name of Chelsea who stopped by the podcast to talk about her fight with substance abuse. But not in the way you think! Her story  started when she was around 9-11 years old.   They discussed the insecurities that affect children growing up and even as an adult. Chelsea shares her mental fight with fitness how she pushed through even when she fell down. Chelsea shared her "why" and how she stays disciplined and how she handles recovery till this day.

Today Big Dave and Toshamakia had a special guest, Dr. B from Revive in the DTC area. They covered HRT, steroids, hormone replacement therapy for men and women. A conversation that many think is taboo but needs to be spoken about. And Big Dave‘s opinion as long as you’re under a doctors care who knows what you’re doing there’s nothing wrong with getting your levels checked so that you feel your best at all times. Dr. B speaks on how you know when you should get tested and a simple steps it takes that are at times, over thought.  Will steroid injections make you look like a man if you’re a woman?  Will steroid injections have your man raging and being a monster?  WHY in the fitness industry is discussing supplement HRT and TRT hormone replacement so taboo? Tosha, Big Dave and special guest Dr.B talked about it all today!  Click the link, download and enjoy.  If you have any questions, or subjects you would like Big Dave and Toshamakia to touch on, feel free to send an email BigDavesPowerHalfHour@gmail.com and follow them on Instagram @BigDavesPowerHalfHour 

Today on Big Dave’s Power Half Hour hosted by Toshamakia, they decided to take some great emails from our podcast subscribers! What precautions should senior take when beginning a new training program? A High school wrestler emails in asking if it is okay to train the same body part twice in a day. Big Dave’s answer may surprise you and  Dave gives info on how feeder workouts can or not assist. A listener emails asking how can she entertain her sales clients while drinking cocktails and still be fit Big Dave’s Fast 5: Is it true if you have diabetes it is harder to lose weight? Is it necessary for the body to have a cheat meal or cheat day? How many calories does it take to burn 1 lb? Why are rest days so important for the body? If I have to skip a workout, is walking a good replacement?

Big Dave and @Toshamakia interview “The Biggest Loser” contestant Robert of the blue team with Coach @SteveCook! Tosha and Dave ask Robert of his WHYs & what made him want to submit his audition tape and join the “Biggest Loser.” They spoke on how was Robert mentally and emotionally when he was told he had to go home over 1 lb and the big question: is he still on track? Robert gives us some insight as to the daily routine on "The Biggest Loser" and shares what he would like to do for others after the show, since he learned so much from the “Biggest Loser." And of course Tosha had to ask...who does Robert think on the blue team will be the winner at the end?

Comparing yourself to others isn’t how you win!

On this week's episode, Toshamakia returns to the podcast after having back surgery on December 2, 2019. Big Dave and Tosha discussed her surgery and recovery so far. Tosha asked Dave: "How many days after surgery before you should start working out?" "Should your physical therapist be in touch with your trainer while you are returning to training?" "Can your medications make you lose your appetite?" Then they wrapped up the podcast with Big Dave's Fast Five: How do I know when I’m ready to increase the weight that I’m lifting? I see lots of men and women doing the pull-ups on the bar, what’s a good way to start getting myself into that? How does one start to accomplish that type of goal? My wife and I both have weight issues what is a way to get her motivated because it’s hard for me to stay motivated if she doesn’t eat right?  I've given up sweets but I have been having headaches and my sleep isn't very good. Could I be going through withdrawal? If so, what can I do? Is there a quote or something you tell yourself to get motivated when you are feeling sluggish?

Big Dave and Toshamakia answer a few listener emails. The first email asks how a woman with endometriosis can gain weight.  Big Dave and Toshamakia talk about the disease: what it is, symptoms, and how it effects health and fitness goals.  The second email asks two questions: what questions should a good personal trainer ask the potential client and what is an ideal timeframe to expect results from a workout regimen? They finished the episode with a Fast 4: Can I remain a "big girl" but have a flat stomach? Why does the scale say that I am gaining weight, but my body fat is going down? How can you not pay attention to the numbers on the scale so much? How long does muscle memory really last?

Big Dave discusses the upcoming Super Circuit Saturday with KS 1075 at Crunch Fitness. He covers what you should expect at the event and also gives an update on Toshamakia's recovery from back surgery.

Big Dave and Toshamakia dissect the differences in the three body types and how you can move from one to another with exercise and diet.  They also cover how clean eating is a huge key to success but Dave is okay with you eating ice cream or chocolate!

Big Dave and Toshamakia talk about dealing with a breakup and relationships during the holidays: should you continue to workout during a breakup?  They also covered the latest regarding Tosha's back pain and how she is coping. Fast 5: Should you do weight training or cardio first? Do you need supplements to achieve your fitness goals? What is the difference in your workout when you use a machine instead of free weights? How do you figure out your target heart rate? How much should you rest in between sets?

In this episode Toshamakia gives an update on her recovery from back surgery and asks Dave how can people deal with pain.  Dave's #1 suggestion is to follow your doctor's, physical therapist's, occupational therapist's orders.  They talk about some of the things that help relieve pain short term as well as how to deal with taking steriods and opioids while you are in recovery.  Tosha wanted to know how to stay healthy while dealing with chronic pain, and Dave gives advice on the one thing that you can control the most during this difficult time.  They also touch on RFA's, natural diuretics, and more.

Big Dave and Toshamakia dive into details about nutrition and supplements. They talk about whether you should get your meal planning done first or get your supplements. They discuss which protein is better for weight loss as well as the key to successful meal prep. Big Dave and Toshamakia also covered the different proteins for shakes and meal replacements and which vitamins should everyone take when doing a fit journey.  They wrapped up the show with the Fast 4: What do carbs do for your body? What does protein do for your muscles? Should you consult a trainer or a nutritionist about meal prep? Is it okay to workout on an empty stomach?  

Big Dave and Toshamakia discuss how you can keep up with your fit journey while you are travelling.  They also talk about whether exercise videos are beneficial and if a home workout is as good as a gym workout. Big Dave gives the guys very important advice about approaching women in the gym, and he also tells you when you should fire your trainer! They wrap up the episode with the Fast 5: What are the 3 best exercises to do when travelling? How long should you do those exercises for men and for women? Should you change your diet when you travel to a different altitude? How do you know if you are not drinking enough water? What are the 3 best travel snacks?

This week's episode catches you up on Toshamakia's situation with her back and how Big Dave will help her recover from surgery in 2020 - it will be an amazing transformation! They also cover how the holidays add stress and can effect your diet and workouts. Lastly they hit the Big Dave's Fast Five: Should you do cardio or weight training first? Do you need to take dietary supplements to achieve your fitness goals? What is the difference between using weight machines and free weights? How do you figure out your target heart rate? How long should you rest in between sets?