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...

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 [email protected] 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. ...

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...

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...

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,...

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.   ...

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...