Body Talk with BigMacDaddy

I love to travel and in my 30 plus years with various sports nutrition brands I have been almost everywhere in the US. Training on the road can be great and it can stink. I talk about my thoughts on training on the road. #workout

How much time is the best time between sets? I give you my opinion after many many many years of training and observation.

How many reps per set should you be doing? In this podcast I break it down for you.

After training and competing for decades, there are core movements for each of the 6 major body parts. You have to own them. Do them every time you train that bodypart. I tell you what I think are the 6 core exercises to get a great body.

In this exciting episode I give my opinion on whether in your quest to build a great body, you should be using free weights or machines. I also introduce you to the word “and”. Enjoy

Think about it. Grabbing a handful of almonds can be as much as 500 calories. You know how much cardio you need to do to burn that off? Embrace hunger to get leaner and in better shape.

When do I train and why? The best time to workout is when it is the best time for you to workout. Sure there is some science and bro science saying when is the best time but how about when it is best for you!

Hello. I go to The Vitamin Shoppe in North Haven CT usually every three weeks for something. In this episode I recap the four items I bought.

In my 3 decades being around gyms and athletes and idiots, I have seen and heard just about everything. In this episode I give you three fitness myths. #fitness

In this episode I give you my take on the best protein bar that is “clean”.

I am back! I figured it out. Have somethings to say. Thanks for welcoming me.

In this exciting episode I get specific. My thoughts about partial reps versus full range of movement.

In this episode I breakdown three food sub-categories, nutrition bars, protein shakes and food.

Howdy. Here is my list of the top 5 gyms in the US that I have had the privilege of working out in. Let me know what you think and if your gym is a top gym, leave me a comment. Mike. 💪🏻

The lifelong debate, cardio best before or after lifting to get more toned. Here I break it down and give you my opinion based on being in the health and fitness business for 3 decades. Enjoy.

PRT, a basic of muscle building for decades but does it make sense to train like that? Here are my thoughts, yes and no!

10,000 steps. Sounds good. Maybe it is but if you want more and want to drop bodyfat and get in shape, 10,000 steps may not be enough.

Really? You are feeling great. Making progress and your told to take a week off, a “DLOAD WEEK”! I give my feelings about taking time off when you don’t really need it. Before you take a “DLOAD WEEK” make sure your workouts, nutrition and mindset are on point. Hope you like episode 22 and email me at michaelacarrubba@gmail.com

Hello. Why should you listen to me? Well. I have 25 years in the fitness nutrition business and live the lifestyle. I explain who I am, why I am doing g a podcast and what you can expect. I also explain the 3 hour eating principle.

If your in the dieting game you know how much you look forward to that cheat meal. I do. But they can be ruining your weight loss and body fat loss efforts. Here is something different to try that might help you and it makes logical and scientific sense. Take a listen. Thanks!

Back in the early 90’s I worked at the WWE as the National Sales Manager for ICOPRO. During this time I had an opportunity to meet and train with some incredible athletes. One of those was The Golden Boy, Tom Platz. This is my memory of a quiet Saturday afternoon when Tom invited me to train hamstrings with him. I’m still sore! Enjoy and comments are always welcome at michaelacarrubba@gmail.com

After months of being away from my gym, it is time to go back. In this episode I share my thoughts on my first day back.

Wow, it’s already Friday? Can you believe it’s already October? Are you enjoying the process or just going through the motions. That’s my topic in episode 17....enjoy!

So many diets, so many fads, so confusing. In this episode I break down the very distinct differences between vegan and plant based. Comments always welcome at michaelacarrubba@gmail.com

It’s summer. It’s hot. We all train BUT you have to use some common sense when it comes to keeping your body cool. It’s not just water but a few other things that help you avoid heat exhaustion.