The Fit2Fat2Fit Experience

The keto diet has well-known weight loss and health benefits but did you know it can also benefit those living with debilitating diseases? Jade Nelson joins Drew to share how a ketogenic diet changed her life. By changing her diet and staying in ketosis Jade drastically diminished her epileptic seizures, reduced the side effects of her medications and gave her the energy and stamina to continue in her massage therapy career. Today, Jade shares her knowledge with others and pays it forward in any way she can. Listen to her inspiring story.   If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways:   [5:00 Jade has had seizures and been on medication for most of her life. [13:00] After 28 years of seizures, Jade decided to the keto diet. [17:47] The keto diet removed the brain fog and side effects of epilepsy medication. [21:24] Modifying the keto diet for therapeutic reasons vs. weight loss. [30:52] Hacks for staying on the keto diet when traveling. [36:59] How Jade shares her keto journey with others. [39:54] Resources for more about the keto/epilepsy connection.   Sponsors: Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop for Drew’s hand-formulated powdered greens, probiotics, and MCT Oil Powder Dry Farm Wines — Use this link for a bottle of wine for $.01 with any order Dollar Workout Club   Mentioned in This Episode: Jade Nelson @Thetraininsideme on Instagram The Charlie Foundation Drop an F-Bomb Carley Eissman Foundation Keto Clarity: Your Definitive Guide to the Benefits of a Low-Carb, High-Fat Diet, by Moore and Westman Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Book Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com

Drew’s guest, Michael Cazayoux is strong in more ways than one. Since overcoming a drug addiction as a teenager, he has focused on gaining physical, mental and spiritual clarity through health and fitness. He is the CEO of Brute Strength and host of the Brute Strength podcast. His Crossfit training programs along with his Olympic powerlifting experience help athletes from all sports build endurance and strength.   If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways:   [4:53] Michael's father was a major influence on fitness and lifting in his early years. [9:08] At 15, Michael was psychologically and physically dependent on drugs. [24:54] Building Brute Strength. [30:20] Respecting the grueling endeavor that is Kokoro camp. [40:29] Mental, and spiritual clarity are essential for physical progress. [48:14] Michael's favorite books.   Sponsors: Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop for Drew’s hand-formulated powdered greens, probiotics, and MCT Oil Powder Dry Farm Wines — Use this link for a bottle of wine for $.01 with any order Dollar Workout Club   Mentioned in This Episode: Brute Strength Podcast @michaelcazayoux on Instagram @brute.strength on Instagram Daring Greatly, by Brené  Brown Mindset, by Carol Dweck The Way of the Superior Man, by David Deida Harry Potter Series, by J.K. Rowling Tribe, by Sebastian Junger Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Book Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com  

Even though the producers of the Fit to Fat to Fit show revealed more of their struggles, sisters Toni and Felicia Romero did have positive moments during their experience. Toni joins Drew to discuss the difficulties of having your family relationship filmed, how Felicia’s difficulty when gaining weight kept her motivated and how she maintains a healthy lifestyle now that the show is over. Felicia and Toni’s episode highlights the importance of accountability when going through a lifestyle transformation.   If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways:   [4:10] After college, Toni started eating poorly every single day. [6:01] Felicia needed to understand what it feels like to be overweight. [9:36] The show’s producers focused on the fighting but there were positive moments. [17:44] Toni was on a Paleo diet and did cardio twice a day. [20:05] Felicia's body resisted gaining weight and she lost her strength and endurance. [23:01] Toni was motivated to work out harder because Felicia was going through the same experience.    [27:57] How to stay motivated to maintain a healthy lifestyle.   Sponsors: Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop for Drew’s hand-formulated powdered greens, probiotics, and MCT Oil Powder Dry Farm Wines — Use this link for a bottle of wine for $.01 with any order Dollar Workout Club   Mentioned in This Episode: Toni Romero on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit TV on Lifetime - S2 Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Book Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com

As a 305-pound lineman for the Washington Redskins, Will Montgomery had an almost unheard of career of 20 years in the NFL. When an injury took him out of the game he had to decide what was important to him in this life. Being the best dad he could for his two young children motivated him to cut out sugar and drop 80 pounds. During this interview, Will sheds some light on the NFL as a business, how he made his physical transformation and asks Drew the questions we all want to know the answers to about Paleo and Keto.   If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways:   [4:16] Will's ‘all you can eat’ way to gain weight. [9:41] Will earned a scholarship as a walk-on player at Virginia Tech. [19:10] The difference between playing college ball and playing in the NFL. [26:10] Nutritional information and healthy food were available at the team's facility. [30:46] Life after the NFL. [34:32] By eliminating second helpings and sugar, Will was able to drop weight. [42:25] Paleo and Keto, what's the difference? [45:42] The easy way to make an MCT oil coffee. [51:31] Will’s transformation article.   Sponsors: Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop for Drew’s hand-formulated powdered greens, probiotics, and MCT Oil Powder Dry Farm Wines — Use this link for a bottle of wine for $.01 with any order Dollar Workout Club   Mentioned in This Episode: Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit on A&E Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Book Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com

Producer’s of the Fit to Fat to Fit show ask clients and trainers to wear a diary camera for 8-months to monitor progress and provide a look into the ups and downs of the experience. During this episode, Quincy talks with Drew about all the juicy drama that didn’t make the show and the unfortunate health problems that plagued both he and his trainer, Willie. Quincy also shares how he lost the weight and how his eating habits have changed (or not) after the experience.      If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways:   [3:47] The opportunity to do the Fit to Fat to Fit Experience changed Quincy's life. [9:23] Willie made a sacrifice that only a good friend would make. [13:17] Health problems plagued Willie and Quincy. [26:37] Quincy ate like a rabbit to assist his transformation. [30:35] Willie's sacrifice motivated Quincy to work harder. [31:55] Quincy maintains balance in all areas of his life.   Sponsors: Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop for Drew’s hand-formulated powdered greens, probiotics, and MCT Oil Powder Dry Farm Wines — Use this link for a bottle of wine for $.01 with any order Dollar Workout Club   Mentioned in This Episode: @Imawinner on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit TV on Lifetime - S2 Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Book Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com

As the only married couple on the show, Jeremy and Jessi had to live together during their Fit to Fat to Fit experience. Jeremy joins Drew to discuss the image the producer’s portrayed of their marriage, how it felt to be told early on that they were off the show and how losing his job and the California wildfires made it difficult for him to stay on track after filming ended. Jeremy’s story is relatable to everyone who has started their healthy lifestyle journey more than once.   If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways:   [4:15] Jeremy may have changed the Fit to Fat to Fit TV show forever! [6:56] What is it like to have a fitness trainer as a spouse? [12:42] Gaining weight was hard for Jessi to swallow. [20:37] How Jessi’s suffering motivated Jeremy to workout twice as hard. [31:14] Meal prep was the key to Jeremy's transformation. [37:45] After the show, Jeremy lost his job and gained 20 pounds. [44:54] Staying motivated is different for different for people.   Sponsors: Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop for Drew’s hand-formulated powdered greens, probiotics, and MCT Oil Powder Dry Farm Wines — Use this link for a bottle of wine for $.01 with any order Dollar Workout Club   Mentioned in This Episode: @1000Hikes Hike Stalker Flux Credit Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit TV on Lifetime - S2 Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Book Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com  

How much time do you spend in your car? Do you sleep in it? Then, why would you spend tens of thousands of dollars on an automobile and then look for the cheapest mattress, on which you will spend one-third of your life? Drew’s guest today, Brad Bonic, is the Director of Marketing for My Green Mattress. Brad shares the story of a passion project that was started by a father who was trying to make his sick child healthy, the health benefits of using non-toxic materials and the many benefits of a good night sleep.   If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways:   [5:50] The unhealthy effects of 'normal' mattresses. [9:59] The original mattress was designed to help a child deal with eczema. [14:34] How a natural, chemical-free mattress is built and the benefits it provides. [29:42] The 100-night trial period to ensure the mattress is a good fit. [32:23] How much does a good night sleep cost?   Sponsors: Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop for Drew’s hand-formulated powdered greens, probiotics, and MCT Oil Powder Dry Farm Wines — Use this link for a bottle of wine for $.01 with any order Dollar Workout Club   Mentioned in This Episode: My Green Mattress My Green Mattress on Facebook My Green Blog Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit TV on Lifetime - S2 Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Book Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com

After Lori and her husband Ted make a commitment to lead healthier lives they find out Ted has a rare form of brain cancer. Ted’s last wish for Lori was that she love herself as much as he loves her by keeping her weight-loss promise. During this raw, emotional episode, Lori shares how exercise and healthy eating helped her keep her word to her late husband and helped her rise up from the dark place she was in emotionally. She also discusses the rocky patch she and her trainer, Eric, went through and what a blessing the Fit to Fat to Fit Experience was for her.   If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways:   [3:31] Lori has always been active but she has an unhealthy emotional relationship with food. [14:12] Eric helped Lori keep her promise to Ted by recommending her to participate in the show. [17:59] Lori shares Ted's journey through cancer and his last wish for her to get healthy. [38:10] Eric did not enjoy the eating part of his Fit to Fat journey. [45:08] Health problems forced Lori to end her keto diet and stop her physical program. [49:30] “You can’t Jamaica-me work out if there is no gym, Eric.” [54:32]  The Fit to Fat to Fit Experience really does work for both trainers and clients.   Sponsors: Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop for Drew’s hand-formulated powdered greens, probiotics, and MCT Oil Powder Dry Farm Wines — Use this link for a bottle of wine for $.01 with any order Dollar Workout Club   Mentioned in This Episode: Lori Stryker on Facebook @TeamTed4Life on Instagram Wineguide.life/LoriStryker Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit TV on Lifetime - S2 Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Book Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com

Eating whatever you want may seem like the easiest thing in the world but when you are a trainer who thinks about food as nutrition and energy, devouring a pizza and 2-liters of root beer can do some serious damage to your mental health. After being invited on the show and then subsequently being dismissed, Jessi kept true to her word and gained 50 pounds, had major health issues and helped her husband, Jeremy to lose over 100 pounds. Much of Jessi’s story will and determination never made it on the show. She shares all the nitty gritty details during this conversation with Drew.   If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways:   [5:42] Jessi's dream of being an ice skater was short lived due to Scoliosis. [12:13] How Jessi and Jeremy became part of the Fit to Fit to Fat experience. [21:16] Jessi had a hard time stomaching the foods meant to make her fat and was told she was off the show. [43:47] Jeremy made Jessi feel loved at her heaviest weight. [45:37] Changing hormones left Jessi without a period for five months. [57:56] Results speak for themselves.     Sponsors: Complete Wellness — Shop for Drew’s hand-formulated powdered greens, probiotics, and MCT Oil Powder Dry Farm Wines — Use this link for a bottle of wine for $.01 with any order Dollar Workout Club   Mentioned in This Episode: HIIT City Tour @jessyj30 on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit TV on Lifetime - S2 Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Book Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com

Fitness Trainer Eric Northington has always been lean and has even struggled with gaining weight. When he accepted the Fit to Fat to Fit challenge he didn’t fully recognize the mental and emotional aspects associated with the transformation of going from fat to fit. During this conversation with Drew, Eric shares his insights and lessons learned during the experience and the changes his training programs have undergone since his personal journey.   If you like this podcast subscribe & review it on iTunes | Stitcher.   Key Takeaways:   [7:09] And then came Laurie... [10:51] Eric's Fit to Fat to Fit journey. [18:30] Plummeting testosterone levels and his mother's passing left Eric dealing with emotional issues. [27:07] How Eric's weight gain affected his and his wife's relationship. [33:57] Insights and lessons learned during Eric’s journey back to fit. [47:07] Contact information for Eric and Karey.   Sponsors: Drew's 60 Day Jump Start to Keto Healthy 21 - Drew’s 21-day Fasting Program Dry Farm Wines — Use this link for a bottle of wine for $.01 with any order Dollar Workout Club   Mentioned in This Episode: Northington Fitness & Nutrition Northington Fitness & Nutrition on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Fit2Fat2Fit TV on Lifetime - S2 Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook Fit2Fat2Fit Book Drew on Social Media: @fit2fat2fit Email Drew: Drew@fit2fat2fit.com