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Welcome to the Big Fellas Podcast, where we focus on weight loss for men who are ready to take charge of their health and fitness. Hosted by Darren Ockenden and Mark Hall, who have together lost over 10 stone (140 lbs), this podcast is all about sharing real stories, tips, and advice specifically tailored for men. Whether you’re struggling with weight loss, looking for men’s health tips, or want to join a supportive community, the Big Fellas Podcast covers it all. Each episode dives into top ...
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Unlock Your Weight Loss: Insights from a Fitness Coach & Sports Therapist
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Join Mark and Darren as they welcome Matt, a personal trainer and sports therapist, to discuss effective strategies for men's weight loss and fitness. One of the key takeaways is that finding an enjoyable activity is crucial for maintaining motivation and achieving long-term success in weight loss. Matt shares his experiences working with clients o…
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Celebrating Losers: Chris Checketts - a Transformation Story!
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Join Mark Hall and Darren Ockingdon as they welcome Chris Checketts to the Big Fellas Podcast to share his inspiring weight loss journey. Chris has made significant strides, dropping from 108 kilograms to around 80 kilograms, and he attributes his success to a combination of lifestyle changes, including cutting out sugary foods and incorporating ex…
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The Big Fellas Guide to Balancing Fun and Fitness on Holidays and occasions
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Navigating holidays and special occasions can be a challenge for anyone on a weight loss journey, and this episode of the Big Fellas Weight Loss Podcast dives deep into that very topic. Mark and Darren explore the dilemma of whether to let loose and indulge during these events or to maintain a healthier lifestyle while away. They emphasize the impo…
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Unlocking Your Mindset: How to Embrace Your Weight Loss Journey with Paul Sheppard
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Mark and Darren welcome Paul Sheppard, a mindset and anxiety coach, to discuss the intricate relationship between mental health and weight loss. The conversation emphasizes that anxiety is a common experience for many, often linked to feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt. Paul shares insights on how to reframe setbacks in weight loss journeys as o…
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Life on the Road: Overcoming Food Challenges for Weight Loss Success
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Darren and Mark tackle the challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle while living life on the road, particularly focusing on men's weight loss. They discuss how busy work schedules can lead to unhealthy eating habits, especially when faced with limited food options at petrol stations and services. The conversation highlights the importance of m…
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The Skinny Jab: Can Ozempic Change Your Weight Loss Journey?
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Ozempic dubbed the miracle weight loss injection, takes centre stage in this episode of the Big Fellas podcast, where hosts Darren and Mark share their honest insights and experiences surrounding this revolutionary treatment. Both have navigated their own weight loss journeys, and they discuss how Ozempic was initially developed to aid those with t…
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Ep. 7: Positive Habits to Reduce Stress & Improve Health with Kat Thorne
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In this episode of the Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men Podcast on World Mental Health Week, we’re joined by Kat Thorne, founder of The Morning Game Changer. After nearly losing her life in 2016, Kat has dedicated herself to helping others form positive habits to reduce stress and anxiety in the modern world. We explore how to create sustainable, hea…
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Ep. 6: From Overweight to TikTok Success: Dan Fido Shares His Weight Loss Journey | Big Fellas Podcast
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In episode 6 of the Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men Podcast, we sit down with Dan Fido, who’s gained thousands of TikTok followers by sharing his incredible weight loss journey. With some of his videos reaching millions of views, Dan isn't shy about what works and what doesn’t when losing weight. We dive deep into Dan's upbringing, the key changes h…
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Ep 5. The Best Way to Lose Weight? Lift Weights! ft. Judith Barrass | Big Fellas Weight Loss Podcast
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In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men Podcast, Darren and Mark chat with Judith Barrass, a sports therapist and rehab specialist with decades of experience in fitness and weight loss. Judith reveals why lifting weights is the most effective way to shed pounds, debunking the myth that walking alone is enough. The conversation dives into …
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Ep. 4: Man Vs Fat - Football, Weight Loss, and Scoring Big | Weight loss for Men
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In this episode of the Big Fellas Podcast, we’re tackling the world of Man vs. fat, a groundbreaking weight loss initiative that combines the love of football (soccer) to get healthier. Imagine a league where your on-pitch performance counts, but you can also score extra goals by hitting your weight loss targets. Whether winning or losing the game,…
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Ep. 2: Mark's Journey - From 'Big Man' to a Better Man | Weight loss for Men"
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In this powerful episode of the Big Fellas Podcast, Mark Hall opens up about his lifelong struggle with weight, starting from being bullied as a kid to hearing the dreaded 'big man' comments that hit harder than a freight train. Mark shares how his weight affected every part of his life—education, relationships, and even a tough divorce. He talks a…
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Ep. 3: Darren's Journey - From Fit to Struggling and Back Again | Weightloss for Men
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In this episode of the Big Fellas Podcast, Darren Ockenden shares his rollercoaster journey with weight—a story that starts with hip surgery in his school years, which led to him losing his fit, healthy, and popular self. Darren opens up about how he never quite managed to get his weight under control, even as he built a successful career in the po…
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Ep. 1: Our Weight Loss Journey Begins - Weight loss for Men
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Welcome to the first episode of the Big Fellas Podcast, where Darren Ockenden and Mark Hall share their incredible journey of losing over 10 stone (140 lbs) combined. We're here to kickstart a community focused on weight loss for men—because let's face it, there's not enough out there for guys like us. At 40, we realized that getting fitter, health…
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