In this episode of Big Man Big Problems, Julio visits Gameday Men's Health and sits down with Amy to have an honest conversation about men's health, aging, testosterone, energy, weight, sexual wellness and the things a lot of men were simply never taught how to talk about.

And Julio doesn't just ask the questions. He goes through the process himself.

They talk about what happens during an initial visit, including a body composition analysis, symptom questionnaire and lab work, and why having a place specifically focused on men's health can make some of these conversations a little easier.

They also get into some of the signs men may overlook, changes in energy, difficulty building muscle, poor sleep, brain fog and changes in libido. Most importantly, they talk about why experiencing changes as you age isn't something to be embarrassed about and why being honest with yourself and your healthcare provider matters.

For Julio, the bigger conversation isn't about trying to be 25 again. It's about healthspan, not just how long you live, but how healthy and active you're able to be while you're here.

Learn more about Gameday Men's Health:

Naperville

1952 McDowell Rd, Suite 205

Naperville, IL 60563

(630) 216-4132

Gameday Men's Health Naperville (link: https://gamedaymenshealth.com/naperville?utm)

Schaumburg / Hoffman Estates

3150 W. Higgins Rd, Suite 160A

Hoffman Estates, IL 60169

(847) 350-1972

Gameday Men's Health Schaumburg / Hoffman Estates (link: https://gamedaymenshealth.com/schaumburg-il?utm)

Gameday Men's Health offers clinician-guided men's health services including testosterone therapy, weight management, sexual wellness and ED care, peptides and vitamins, hair-loss treatment, and other men's wellness services.

Watch the full episode, and if you're a guy who's been feeling a little different lately, maybe it's worth having the conversation.

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But what happens when you lose the weight... and that happiness never shows up?

In this episode of Big Man Big Problems, Julio, Yvette and Alyssa start by reacting to another round of internet videos, from the bizarre world of viral food content to a conversation about the massive industry built around weight loss.

But one comment takes the episode somewhere much more personal.

Julio opens up about his experience after The Biggest Loser and something he rarely talks about: after losing the weight, he struggled to recognize the person looking back at him in the mirror.

It took years for him to separate weight loss from happiness.

They talk about the cycle of losing and regaining weight, the psychological toll of dieting, our complicated relationship with food, and why reaching a number on the scale doesn't automatically fix how you feel about yourself.

Because maybe being thin doesn't have to be the goal.

Being healthy matters. Being able to live the life you want matters. And learning how to be happy in your own skin matters too.

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In this episode of Big Man Big Problems, Julio is joined by Yvette and Alyssa for another round of reacting to body positivity videos and, more importantly, the comments underneath them.

This conversation gets personal quickly. Julio shares his own experience of having serious medical concerns blamed on his weight, including a neurofibroma on his spine that went overlooked for years. They talk about weight bias in healthcare, why obesity needs to be treated like a medical condition instead of a character flaw, and the difference an empathetic doctor can make.

Then they get into body positivity and one of the biggest arguments surrounding it, Is someone promoting obesity simply because they're comfortable existing publicly in a bigger body?

For Julio, there's a big difference between saying something unhealthy should be celebrated and saying, this is who I am, this is the body I live in, and I'm still going to live my life.

And, of course, they read the comments. Because sometimes the comments tell you a lot more about people than the video ever could.

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In this episode of Big Man Big Problems, Julio and Yvette talk about what it means to set the tone in your own life.

They get into the difference between allowing yourself to feel the hard stuff and staying stuck there, how one person's energy can affect an entire family, taking charge at work, confidence, leadership, and choosing to keep moving when life doesn't go according to plan.

And for people living in bigger bodies, that choice can sometimes feel even harder. You may walk into a room wondering if you'll fit, expecting the stare, or waiting for someone to judge you before they know anything about you.

Julio's message is simple, your size doesn't decide what you're capable of.

You can walk into the room. You can be the boss. You can stand up for yourself. You can take up space. And you can set the tone for how you want to live your life.

Watch the full episode and let us know in the comments, where in your life do you need to start setting the tone?

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In this episode of Big Man Big Problems, Julio sits down with Yvette and shares a realization that hit him during therapy: he doesn't think he's ever unintentionally eaten anything in his life. He thinks about the meal, the preparation, how he's going to eat it, even the plate and utensils.

And that led to an even bigger realization, he doesn't obsess over food. He obsesses over eating.

Julio and Yvette unpack what intentional eating looks like, where it can actually be helpful, where it becomes exhausting, and why telling someone in a bigger body to simply think of "food as fuel" misses a much bigger conversation.

Because food can be fuel. It can also be something you genuinely enjoy. Both can be true.

Ultimately, this episode comes back to one word, awareness. Understanding how you eat, why you eat, and what food means to you might be more useful than blindly following another set of diet rules.

Watch the full episode and tell us in the comments, are you an intentional eater, or have you never really thought about it?

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After facing his own health scare and watching his father reach the end of a nearly 99-year life with things he still wished he'd done, Julio has a different perspective. We don't have as much time as we think we do.

And when you're living in a bigger body, it's especially easy to start putting life on hold. I'll take the trip when I lose weight. I'll do that when I'm healthier. I'll try it when I'm more confident.

But what if you stopped waiting?

Julio and Eve talk about forgiveness, taking chances, letting go of regret, making the choice to get back up when life knocks you down, and learning to enjoy your life exactly where you are right now.

Because you can make more money.

You can't make more time.

Watch the full episode, then tell us in the comments, what's something you've been putting off that you want to finally do?

New episodes every Thursday.

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In this episode, Julio reflects on his own childhood, the conversations that stayed with him for decades, and how those experiences shaped the way he parents today. From silence to tough love, he explores why communication matters, why listening matters even more, and how a simple conversation can have a lasting impact.

This isn't an episode about dieting or telling people what they should do. It's about understanding, empathy, and creating a safe space for the people you care about to be honest about what they're going through.

If you're a parent, a family member, or someone who has ever struggled with these conversations, this episode is for you.

New episodes every Thursday.

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They're reacting to the comments.

From body positivity and fatphobia to doctor's visits, shame, confidence, and the way people treat others online, Julio shares his perspective after years of living in a bigger body and being in the public eye.

In this episode of Big Man Big Problems, Julio opens up about something that doesn't get talked about enough, the connection between confidence, self-worth, and taking care of yourself.

For many people, especially those living in larger bodies, self-care isn't just about looking good. It's about believing you're worth the effort in the first place.

It's one of the questions Julio has been asked more than any other after speaking events, interviews, and even after appearing on television. But maybe it's the wrong question.

In this episode of Big Man Big Problems, Julio dives into the popularity of "What I Eat in a Day" videos and why so many of us are searching for the perfect meal plan instead of discovering what actually works for our own live

Instead of talking directly about weight, diets, or doctors, Julio talks about the movies, quotes, and stories that have shaped the way he sees life.

From Rocky to The Shawshank Redemption, The Princess Diaries to Moonstruck, this episode is all about the lessons we pick up from storytelling courage, honesty, resilience, fear, and what it really means to keep moving forward.

This one is more personal, a little nostalgic, and full of the movie lines and life lessons that have stuck with Julio over the years.

If you’ve ever had a quote, a movie, or a story hit you at exactly the right time, this episode is for you.

From bad therapy experiences and fatphobic comments, to the emotional toll of living in a bigger body, this episode gets into the stuff people don’t always say out loud.

In this episode of Big Man Big Problems, Julio talks about:

Alyssa is reading listener comments out loud, and Julio is responding to them in real time. No prep, no script, just honest reactions to the things people say about obesity, body size, food, accountability, and “just having more self-control.”

In this episode of Big Man Big Problems, we get into the comments that a lot of people think… but don’t always say out loud.

The shorts.

The shirts.

The pool parties.

The beach vacations.

The backyard barbecues.

The patio furniture.

In this episode of Big Man Big Problems, Julio talks about the realities of summer as a bigger person and why confidence matters more than the size on the tag.

For a lot of people, going to the doctor feels like a chore. For others, it's a source of frustration.

In this episode of Big Man Big Problems, Julio talks about the relationship between patients and doctors, what makes a good doctor, and why finding the right one can change everything.

From years of leg pain that led to the discovery of a neurofibroma on his spine, to conversations about weight, referrals, therapy, and self-advocacy, this episode is all about being heard.

You track your food.

You follow the plan.

You put in the effort.

And somehow people still assume you're doing something wrong.

In this episode of Big Man Big Problems, Julio shares one of the most frustrating experiences of his weight loss journey, gaining 26 pounds between doctor visits, being questioned by professionals, and feeling like nobody was actually listening.

Weight Watchers.

Nutrisystem.

Keto.

Fasting.

Low carb.

No sugar.

“Starting Monday.”

And the truth is… every single one of them worked. At least for a while.

It sounds like a simple question but it changes everything.

In this episode of the Big Man Big Problems Podcast, Julio sits down with Kelly to have a real, unfiltered conversation about what it actually feels like to be on a weight loss journey.

Or is the conversation way more complicated than people make it out to be?

In this episode of the Big Man Big Problems Podcast, Julio tackles one of the most debated topics out there, body positivity, health, and what it really means to live your life as a bigger person.

This isn’t a surface-level conversation.

The diet.

The number on the scale.

But that’s not what makes it stick.

In this episode of the Big Man Big Problems Podcast, we get into something deeper, intention.

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In this episode of the Big Man Big Problems Podcast, Julio sits down with a returning guest to talk about something we all deal with daily, decisions.

We cover everything from finding the right fits, learning what actually works for your body, dealing with judgment, and building a personal style that feels authentically you. If you’ve ever felt unseen in the fashion world, this episode offers the validation and encouragement you deserve.

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