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Your podcast hosts, Pete and Gretchen, are in a battle that many people fight. They have weight and health issues that have become a pretty big (pun intended) problem. Join them as they share their stories as a husband and wife working together to find real results!
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Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
Episode 137 – FMC Runs Chicago: Chapter 9
Pete and Dave are back with another week of health, fitness, and dietary chatter!
The episode kicks off with Dave filling us in on a decent week, even if today is only a C+ for him. The TNT training plan for Chicago is only a few weeks away from starting. With 28 weeks until the race, how is Dave doing?
Pete recaps his training week, including some weather challenges. How does he get out there when the weather is not great? How is the time in Omaha? To no one’s surprise, Pete and Gretchen are eating their way through that underrated town.
Finally, the guys talk about some feedback they got from Susan. Her take on diet and exercise prompts a really good discussion to end the show.
Don’t forget to take a look at Dave’s fundraising page and give a few bucks if you can.
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
This episode is sponsored by The No Fear Project podcast, the Be Better Today podcast, and That Wine Pod. Subscribe now in your favorite podcast app!
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
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Find FatMan Chronicles at:
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Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
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Tuesday Mar 22, 2022
Tuesday Mar 22, 2022
Episode 136 – FMC Runs Chicago: Chapter 8
Who was it that wanted longer episodes? Be careful what you wish for!
Pete and Dave dig into the last week with a full review after Pete reminisces about McRunner and Dave recaps his weekend at a meet with his son and wife.
Then there is a lot of training talk. A lot. Some common ground. And at the end, we find one of Pete’s buttons.
In between, they do discuss some more on nutrition spurred by last week’s episode. The guys both appreciate the honest and open talk and can’t wait for more of it.
As a reminder, there are still two slots left for a $300 donation to your charity if you decide to join FMC at the 2022 Chicago Marathon. With 29 weeks until the race, there is plenty of time to train and make an impact!
Don’t forget to take a look at Dave’s fundraising page and give a few bucks if you can.
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
This episode is sponsored by The No Fear Project podcast, the Be Better Today podcast, and That Wine Pod. Subscribe now in your favorite podcast app!
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Copyright 2022 Paragon Media – All Rights Reserved
Tuesday Mar 15, 2022
Tuesday Mar 15, 2022
Episode 135 – FMC Runs Chicago: Chapter 7
How’s the week been for Pete and Dave? Did Dave ever get his labs back? Are they still building that base in training?
All of those questions, and much more, get addressed in this big 1:30+ episode. The guys start out with a little track and field indoor national championship discussion. Spoiler – Braedon kicked some butt out there!
Dave gives us those results and an overall health update. Then Pete dominates the bulk of the episode with some diabetes and injury talk. Who knows how many times the guys either misspoke or made questionable blanket statements? But, as always, they have a great discussion and both feel much better afterward.
Don’t forget to take a look at Dave’s fundraising page and give a few bucks if you can.
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
This episode is sponsored by The No Fear Project podcast, the Be Better Today podcast, and That Wine Pod. Subscribe now in your favorite podcast app!
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Copyright 2022 Paragon Media – All Rights Reserved
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Episode 134 – FMC Runs Chicago: Chapter 6
Pete and Dave are back with another update with 31 weeks to go until they line up at the start of the 2022 Chicago Marathon.
Pete kicks it off with an update on a challenging week. Did he overcome the challenges to get his runs in? How was his nutrition? Overall health? You know he has plenty to fill you in on.
Dave then tells us all about his tale of two weeks. What went right and what went wrong? The biggest story is really Dave’s return to the doctor after a few years. He’s hoping that telling the full story helps just one other person realize it is time to check on their health.
Don’t forget to take a look at Dave’s fundraising page and give a few bucks if you can.
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
This episode is sponsored by The No Fear Project podcast, the Be Better Today podcast, and That Wine Pod. Subscribe now in your favorite podcast app!
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Copyright 2022 Paragon Media – All Rights Reserved
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
Episode 133 – FMC Runs Chicago: Chapter 5
Pete seems off at the beginning and then seems to talk a ton. Dave gives us insight into his week and overall outlook from now until the race. Pete may be a bit confrontational. Dave takes it in stride. In other words, about what you’d expect.
RunningWarriorSarah is the first to answer the challenge and signed up for the Chicago Marathon while raising money for the American Brain Tumor Association. Check out her Instagram, podcast, and her charity link!
The guys seem to have a track and a plan. Will they stick to it? Is Pete too hard on Dave in this episode? What questions do you have for the guys? Let them know!
Don’t forget to take a look at Dave’s fundraising page and give a few bucks if you can.
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
This episode is sponsored by The No Fear Project podcast, the Be Better Today podcast, and That Wine Pod. Subscribe now in your favorite podcast app!
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Copyright 2022 Paragon Media – All Rights Reserved
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Episode 132 – FMC Runs Chicago: Chapter 4
Pete and Dave start off with updates on their health journeys with alcohol and food. Pete gives a detailed update on his bloodwork and Dave shares that he is going to a doc for the first time in a couple of years. They also talk about how the alcohol relationship talk is important to others listening, too.
They then turn their attention to the upcoming race season. A little training talk along with some specifics starting to come out about Chicago. Are they planning to run together? Do they have specific goals? How has their outlook evolved? Lots to unpack here.
Then a typical Pete moment happens. He invites others to join them running Chicago in 2022. To do that, you’d need a charity entry. Pete offers a $300 donation to the first three that take them up on the challenge. Will anyone answer the call? Will Gretchen rescind the offer? Find out in the coming weeks!
Don’t forget to take a look at Dave’s fundraising page and give a few bucks if you can.
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
This episode is sponsored by The No Fear Project podcast, the Be Better Today podcast, and That Wine Pod. Subscribe now in your favorite podcast app!
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Copyright 2022 Paragon Media – All Rights Reserved
Tuesday Feb 15, 2022
Tuesday Feb 15, 2022
Episode 131 – FMC Runs Chicago: Chapter 3
Pete and Dave had one more listener question to address and they spend ample time on it in this episode. The question came from Penny and was about food/ways of eating that the guys have tried. Well, as you can imagine, they’ve tried a lot, have a ton to say on the subject, and have been concerned about food for many years. Buckle in because it’s over an hour and twenty minutes of FMC talk.
While Pete and Dave have tried different approaches to weight loss and health, they agree on a lot. In the end, they both agree that you need to find what works for you. They also agree that health needs to be the goal and that maintaining is much tougher than losing. Be true to you and find what works. They would also love to hear your stories, so reach out!
Don’t forget to take a look at Dave’s fundraising page and give a few bucks if you can.
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
This episode is sponsored by The No Fear Project podcast, the Be Better Today podcast, and That Wine Pod. Subscribe now in your favorite podcast app!
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Copyright 2022 Paragon Media – All Rights Reserved
Tuesday Feb 08, 2022
Tuesday Feb 08, 2022
Episode 130 – FMC Runs Chicago: Chapter 2
Pete and Dave are back at it. This is another episode that is part podcast/part therapy session. It is important that the guys work through these issues (food, alcohol, mental blocks) to conquer the marathon. They are sure more light-hearted laughs are coming, but this is another more serious discussion.
Dave opens up and explains more about how alcohol impacts him and why. Pete does the same while talking about a book recommended from a listener about alcohol control. (The book is called This Naked Mind.)
They also answer some listener questions, talk about their time at Bradley now that Pete’s son has accepted to go there, and a whole lot more. Keep those questions and subjects coming in!
Don’t forget to take a look at Dave’s fundraising page and give a few bucks if you can.
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
This episode is sponsored by The No Fear Project podcast, the Be Better Today podcast, and That Wine Pod. Subscribe now in your favorite podcast app!
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Copyright 2022 Paragon Media – All Rights Reserved
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Episode 129 – FMC Runs Chicago: Chapter 1
It’s time for Gretchen to (finally) get a break from Pete. And for us all to pray for Dave.
This special “season” of the FatMan Chronicles features Pete and Dave – Two middle-aged dads on a journey to conquer the Chicago Marathon. This first chapter is really an overview of their lives and what’s coming up. There’s a more serious tone to the show this time out as both guys open up about their struggles.
They are gearing up to train to run the 2022 Chicago Marathon. How will they get there? What’s the plan? How will they balance everything else in life? That’s what this series will be all about.
There is a bit of an audio issue in this episode as Pete learns some new technology to record remotely. Bear with him as he figures it all out.
Don’t forget to take a look at Dave’s fundraising page and give a few bucks if you can.
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
This episode is sponsored by The No Fear Project podcast, the Be Better Today podcast, and That Wine Pod. Subscribe now in your favorite podcast app!
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Copyright 2022 Paragon Media – All Rights Reserved
Monday Jan 17, 2022
Monday Jan 17, 2022
Episode 128 – Is This the End?
Pete and Gretchen are back but for how long? Is it the end of the podcast? What’s happened over the last six months?
The couple starts the show with a dedication to three friends they have lost – Linda (OG Patron and Gretchen’s #viewfromthecouch partner in crime); Steven (a friend of Pete’s from his days at Hub Group); and John (a good friend of Pete’s for the last 30 years). These losses, plus Gretchen losing her beloved cat, Angel, have made for a tough holiday season.
Even with all of that, Pete and Gretchen power through the show with their signature banter, moments of laughter, and plenty of complaints. Listen in to find out the fate of the show.
Now, get out there and #bebettertoday!
This episode is sponsored by The No Fear Project podcast, the Be Better Today podcast, and That Wine Pod. Subscribe now in your favorite podcast app!
Join The No Fear Project on Facebook or shoot Pete a note for more information.
Listen, subscribe, share, rate & review!
Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or in your favorite podcast app!
Find FatMan Chronicles at:
Fatmanchronicles.com
Facebook.com/fatmanstories
Twitter & Instagram - @fatmanstories
Email – fatmanchronicles@outlook.com
Music – “You Got Me Wrong” by Sifar
Copyright 2022 Paragon Media – All Rights Reserved