Stories of inspiration, of success and failure, of overcoming, of hard work, of sweat and tears, of perseverance, of trying hard again and again, of learning, of becoming healthy, of making an extra step, of running an extra mile, of showing up, told by the heroes in the weight loss community. If you want to learn, understand, get an extra push, this is your home base to get started and keep coming back to draw on the contagious energy of I CAN DO IT! I AM ENOUGH! I WILL OVERCOME! I WILL SUCCEED!
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On the final episode of the Big Fat Life Podcast, I explain what this podcast has meant to us and why I have decided to end it. Thank you to everyone that has supported the show by either listening or being a guest. It has been an honor to bring you 121 episodes of the Big Fat Life. Until next time... https://www.instagram.com/bigfatlifepodcast/
SINCE WE ARE WRAPPING UP THE BIG FAT LIFE , WE THOUGHT IT WOULD BE FUN TO RE-RELEASE THE FIRST EPISODE WHEN IT ALL STARTED. PODCAST HOST DAN ROSADO GETS PERSONAL AND DISCUSSES HIS BATTLE WITH WEIGHT GAIN AND WEIGHT LOSS AND THE FIRST 19 LBS LOST!
Britt was overweight, diagnosed with epilepsy and tired of failed diets. She became interested in the ketogenic diet when she read about successful studies showing a reduction in seizures and successful weight loss. Almost 2 years later, healthier and happier, she hasn't looked back. https://www.instagram.com/baconthighsketovibes/ https://www.instagram.com/bigfatlifepodcast/
When Rob's doctor told him that he would die in his sleep if he didn't make changes, Rob got the wake up call that he needed. Motivated to not make his wife a widow and children fatherless, he decided to do whatever it takes to get healthy. https://www.instagram.com/my_weight_is_history/ https://www.instagram.com/bigfatlifepodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKLBmsQdAc0ZA07Z0rVBFBA
Genna Bingenheimer was unhealthy and obese. She tried multiple ways to lose the way unsuccessfully and decided to go an invasive route. But it was the dramatic change that she made in her mind that has healed her led to success! https://www.instagram.com/digesting_my_feelings/ https://www.instagram.com/bigfatlifepodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKLBmsQdAc0ZA07Z0rVBFBA
Brooke tells her story of being overweight and diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. She made a big decision to not take any drugs and to cure herself by switching to a ketogenic diet. https://www.instagram.com/bishoppartyof10_keto/ to connect with Us: https://www.instagram.com/bigfatlifepodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/bigfatlifepodcast youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKLBmsQdAc0ZA07Z0rVBFBA
Vanessa Bogenholm lives and works her truth every day, both in her own life and with each and every client. Some days she would still rather be the unmotivated, overweight ten-year-old sitting on the couch eating candy, but she can't be. She can't because she wants better for herself and because she wants to show her clients—and you—that with a little belief and a shift in attitude, you don't have to be stuck in a body that makes you uncomfortable. https://www.youtube.com/user/Vanessa3323 https://www.instagram.com/trainwithv_fitness23/ https://fitness-23.com/ https://itsyourbodymoveitloveitlive.com/ to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Stephanie Basso (teacher, trainer, holistic nutritionist) tells her story about weight gain, weight loss, healing crohn's disease through nutrition and embracing her sexuality. crohn's disease https://www.steffitness.com/ https://www.instagram.com/steffitness/
Amanda joins us to tell her story of losing weight (93lbs) and ridding herself of symptoms from autoimmune disease on a Keto Diet. https://www.instagram.com/ketoamanda88/
Iggy Odighizuwa has overcome hardships and setbacks to become one of the best trainers in the business. We discuss his story, how hormones affect weight loss and his business. IGGY FITNESS ON FACEBOOK IGGY FITNESS WEBSITE to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Anthony Lolli found success as a business man, a husband and a father. But there was still one thing that he hadn't concured: His obesity. Anthony lost 125 lbs in 9 months and now competes in fitness model competitions! RADICAL BODY TRANSFORMATION WEBSITE ANTHONY LOLLI IG PAGE LOLLI YOUTUBE PAGE
When she was diagnosed with PCOS, Brooke was told that her weight contributed to the issue, so she took matters into her own hands. BROOKE'S IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Holly was told she couldn't run. She suffered from chronic asthma, rods in her back from fracturing it years ago, and obese. But when she decided that she wanted to walk a marathon, a friend told her she can run one. It was the start of a journey where she has already run a half marathon and lost over 80 lbs! Holly's IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Reba Gillis struggle with being overweight most of her life. She settle on being the girl with a pretty face and an overweight body. But after diabetes took the matriarch of her family, she wanted to prevent her husband and children from feeling that pain. Now she feels better than she ever has and hasn't looked back. https://www.instagram.com/ketoreba/ to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Cassie is a mom of 2 and has been doing Keto for over 3 years. Prior to keto she felt unhealthy and tired most of the time. Now she feels like she is healthier than ever... and a little whiskey doesn't hurt. https://www.instagram.com/cass.and.keto/ to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Emily Matthews was overweight and tired. As a single mom of 2, that lifestyle wasn't working for her. But it wasn't till she learned to appreciate and love herself that things started clicking and she started her journey to health https://www.instagram.com/embecomes_hotmom/ to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Nikki Hynes returns to discuss how she recently has fallen off track on her weight loss and what she is doing about it to get things started again. Nikki's IG Books mentioned on the show: Compound Effect by Darren Hardy Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Kedric Barrett of the Sleeved Believe the Hype Podcast stops by to tell his story of losing 230 lbs after getting a gastric sleeve. Kedric's IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Celebrating 2 years of the Big Fat Life Podcast to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Alex Porro returns to talk about what he has been up to since his first appearance on the Big Fat Life Podcast. We talk about mindset, weight loss maintenance, and having no worries. Porro's IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Amy was always the "big girl". After tipping the scales at 472 lbs and with a major back injury, she learned to focus on the things she could control and worked at losing 275 lbs in total! AMY'S IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Jayson weighed over 400 lbs and his A1C count was over 15! (well above the normal level of 5.7 or less) facing a diabetes diagnosis and obesity, Jayson made big changes and now is healthy and disease free! Jayson's IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Dr. Saniea F. Majid, MD, FACS, Founder of the Weight Loss and Wellness Center is here to discuss how she helps people lose weight. We also chat about obesity being a real pandemic and much more! WLWC WEBSITE WEIGHT LOSS AND WELLNESS CENTER INSTAGRAM WLWC PH: 973-795-7955 to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
On the 100th episode of the Big Fat Life Podcast, Andie joins us to talk about about how she lost over 130lbs. We chat about why extreme food restrictions negatively impacted her relationship with food and caused her to binge. She also shares a heartbreaking story in her life and how she has picked up the pieces and risen to new heights. Andie's IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Katie joins us today to discuss how she found the diet that worked for her. After suffering from the painful effects of Crohn's disease, Katie found a way of eating that helped her achieve a healthy gut, helped her lose weight and achieve optimal health. Katie's IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Frank Markosek is back to discuss what it has been like to be on his 2 year health journey where he has lost over 300 lbs. We talk about how much Frank walks and what he has planned moving forward. I also open up about struggle with my own journey so far. Frank's IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Ronni had a hard time losing weight following the birth of her first child. Seeing no change in her diet, she went to doctors to find out the cause and they didn't have answers. But Ronni figured it out and now she's here to tell her story. Ronni's IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Successfully running a charity and social enterprise, Carla seemed to be doing everything right. But inside, everything felt wrong. How she perceived what people were thinking of her was a direct reflection of how she saw herself: overweight, unhealthy, and unhappy. It wasn't until she worked deeply on her mental health that she was able to find the strength to go through a massive weight loss journey. 177lbs down, she is living her best life. Carla's IG Carla's YouTube Page THE ARTIST'S WAY by Julia Cameron BODY SLIMS
Daryl Perry Returns! We chat about success, fitness, diets and much much more. Daryl's IG When It Clicks Podcast Daryl Perry Podcast to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Heather Lundberg returns to talk fitness, nutrition and the process that a personal trainer uses to access the right workout for you. Heather's IG hl.fitness@yahoo.com email to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Following her years as a college basketball player, Jessica struggled keeping off the weight. When covid lockdowns hit, it could have gotten much worse, and it almost did. Jessica's IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Paige spent a long time feeling uncomfortable as the "big girl". But it wasn't till a series of moments pushed her to make the change that led to a weight loss of over 100lbs. PAIGE'S IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Kelly has been working on her weight loss for a while. But even with her weight loss (90lbs), the most valuable thing she has discovered is a positive sense of self. Kelly's IG Page to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Rachel tried the diets, and they didn't work for her. She even tried low-carb, but this Italian and German - American found that impossible. She finally figured out a balance that worked for her and not only did she lose the excess weight, she became a personal trainer. RACHEL'S IG PAGE RACHEL'S TIKTOK PAGE to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Megan is competitive. Really competitive. But it was the competitiveness with herself that helped her to lose over 200lbs. MEGAN'S IG PAGE
We discuss why New Year's resolutions fail and what to do to keep on going!
Jaci tells her story of weight gain and how a subtle remark about her collar bone set her off on a journey to health. JACI'S IG PAGE to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Britta has lost 75 lbs. But her story is tied directly to her sister, Lesley and how, out of a tragedy, discovered her "WHY". BRITTA'S IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
SARAH LOST 170 LBS AND SHE DID IT ON A KETOGENIC DIET. BUT THE REASON IT WORKED, AND THE REASON WHY SHE HAS BEEN ABLE TO KEEP THE WEIGHT OFF IS SOMETHING MUCH BIGGER THAN ANY OLD DIET. SHE HAS BEEN SUCCESSFUL BECAUSE SHE REALIZED THAT WHAT WORKS IS KNOWING THAT HEALTHY LIVING ISN'T A TASK. LIVING HEALTHY IS A FORM OF SELF LOVE. SARAH'S IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
In this short episode, I discuss some of the things I have learned from so many of our guest. The key word here: "DISCIPLINE" to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
Happy New Year! Dan and Stephanie talk goals for 2021. Thanks for listening. If you want more content, please check out our other episodes on the Big Fat Life Podcast as well as the Recovery State of Mind Podcast.
On this very special episode of the Big Fat Life podcast, we speak to personal trainer, motivator and book author Rachel Freiman. Her book, "Becoming MindStrong: The Truth About Health, Fitness and the Bullsh*t That's Holding You Back" is available now. In it, Rachel talks about how to change your mindset so you can be successful in your health journey, even if you love doughnuts. If you have felt lost and are looking for some answers, this is the episode you will not want to miss. Rachel's Instagram Page Buy "Becoming MindStrong" FACEBOOK PAGE MINDSTRONG FITNESS WEBSITE to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER
In this episode, we talk to Erin about her 150 lb weight loss journey. She had tried other diets that didn't work, and found keto to be "easy" for her. She has been able to keep it off and wants us to know that there is hope, even when you think there isn't. Erin's IG page Erin's FB Blog to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER KETO NAT is endorsed by us at the BFL, not by our guests. If you are interested in getting Keto Nat, here is how you can do it. https://bigfatlifepodcast.challenge.com/
Rachel Cogan shares her story of learning of her LADA Diabetes and how the Carnivore diet is helping. We also talk about her past drug and alcohol abuse and her eating disorder and how she has overcome all of it. HONESTLY KETO RACHEL'S FACEBOOK RACHEL'S IG
Tom suffered with obesity from a very young age. As he gained more weight, he got more and more depressed. By the time he was a teenager he was using drugs, alcohol and food to cope. But with the help of his faith and an old friend, he learned to love himself and found the strength to make big changes. Tom's IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER KETO NAT is endorsed by us at the BFL, not by our guests. If you are interested in getting Keto Nat, here is how you can do it. https://bigfatlifepodcast.challenge.com/
Heather Lundberg returns to the show and talks to us about how much has changed for the better in her fitness and health journey. She shares some exciting news and we talk at length about finding the right balance of what works for each individual in the diet and fitness world. Heather's IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER KETO NAT is endorsed by us at the BFL, not by our guests. If you are interested in getting Keto Nat, here is how you can do it. https://bigfatlifepodcast.challenge.com/
THE MENTAL BREAK SERIES IS PRESENTED BY THE BIG FAT LIFE AND RECOVERY STATE OF MIND PODCAST. THIS MINI EPISODES DISCUSSES TOPICS SURROUNDING MENTAL HEALTH and FOOD ADDICTION and HOW TO BREAK THAT CYCLE. RECOVERY STATE OF MIND IG PAGE BIG FAT LIFE PODCAST IG PAGE
Rachel is a mother of 2, a wife and was struggling with her weight after having kids. Suffering from headaches and some depression, she tried a keto diet and she lost 90 lbs! She tells us how plus we discuss staying on track during the holidays. Rachel's IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER KETO NAT is endorsed by us at the BFL, not by our guests. If you are interested in getting Keto Nat, here is how you can do it. https://bigfatlifepodcast.challenge.com/
For over 40 years, Brett battled with depression with psychotic feature, anxiety disorder & insomnia. Angry, exhausted and obese and medicated, he felt hopeless. But a different approach to his diet as well as medical marijuana changed all that. Brett's IG Page Brett's website to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER KETO NAT is endorsed by us at the BFL, not by our guests. If you are interested in getting Keto Nat, here is how you can do it. https://bigfatlifepodcast.challenge.com/
Bryan has battled with being overweight his entire life. Like most of us, he had tried all kinds of diets, some with mild success. However, the weight would always find its way back and then some. But when he found a connection between weight loss journey and his journey through life, this New Yorker found the key to his success. BRYAN'S IG to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER KETO NAT is endorsed by us at the BFL, not by our guests. If you are interested in getting Keto Nat, here is how you can do it. https://bigfatlifepodcast.challenge.com/
Amber Wentworth (LONE STAR KETO GIRL) was sick and tired of feeling sick and tired. After years of yo-yo dieting, she started a ketogenic diet and most of her many ailments disappeared. Then Amber went full Carnivore, and it changed her life. Amber's IG page Lone Star Keto Website Lone Star Keto Podcast to connect with Us: BIG FAT LIFE INSTAGRAM BIG FAT LIFE FACEBOOK PAGE BIG FAT LIFE TWITTER KETO NAT is endorsed by us at the BFL, not by our guests. If you are interested in getting Keto Nat, here is how you can do it. https://bigfatlifepodcast.challenge.com/
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