All Podcast Episodes

105: Brandi Koskie of DietsInReview.com – 4 Traits of Successful Dieters
Writing for the largest diet review site on the net, Brandi has gained a valuable and unique perspective on characteristics of successful weight loss efforts.

104: J.T. Matherly Returns: 200 pounds and 3 Surgeries Later
J.T. Matherly lost almost half his highest recorded weight of 446 pounds (202.7 kg), and powerlifting has been an important part of his new, healthier lifestyle. J.T. returns to share new developments in his journey, weight training insights, and thoughts on mental health.

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103: Nearly Dying, Channeling Anger, and Practicing Gratitude | Mario Colao
Mario was a depressed chain-smoker at such a low point in life that he thought, “I deserve this” in the middle of a heart attack.
Hear what changed when we awoke, how he channeled his anger, and how he’s dropped over 200 pounds. (91kg)

102: Sarah Moores on Flexing Motivation Muscle for New Strength (F/27)
A year ago, Sarah had escaped an abusive relationship, was pre-diabetic, and had long given up on her dreams of being an Olympic athlete. Hear the question that changed her path and helped her discover the fighter within.

101: From Dropout to Helping Others Live Their Dreams (M/36) | Jimmy Nelson
Jimmy was overweight, had dropped out of school multiple times, and was giving up on his dreams. After hitting rock-bottom, he discovered something that gave him results, and a future, he had never imagined.

100: Special 100th Episode – The Interviewer Becomes The Interviewee
A special guest host turns the tables on Sam for an inside look at how & why TipsOfTheScale was launched, future plans, and insights from 100 interviews.

99: Derrick Mims Broke the Cycle and Became Stronger Than Ever (M/40)
At 464 pounds, Derrick felt he missed out on life. He experienced frustration and anger at past failures and false starts. Hear how he broke the cycle and took control of his future.

98: Shawn Stevenson on How Sleep Can Make or Break Your Weight-Loss Success
At 20 years of age, Shawn’s spine and body were failing him. That is, until he took his health in his own hands and shocked his doctors. Now a professional nutritionist and best-selling author, Shawn Stevenson shares how to “Stack The Cool” for success, and why better sleep may be the “missing sauce” in your weight loss journey.

97: Chelsea Sawyer: Down 110 Pounds and More Positive Than Ever (F/24)
Chelsea Sawyer used to try to draw attention away from her weight anyway she could. How she went from unhappy and unable to walk without pain, to happy, 110 pounds lighter, and more positive than ever.

96: Tim Priest on Small Changes for Big Weight Loss (M/27)
After a dire warning from his doctor, Tim made changes to his lifestyle that resulted in 140 pounds dropped.

95: Gina DiGregorio Discovered a Love for Running and Inspires Her Daughters (F/31)
Gina, a busy single mother of two, was on a road to heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. Hear how she took control of her health and is setting the example for her daughters.