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Big Problems: A Former Fat Guy's Look at Why We're Getting Fatter and What You Can Do to Fix It Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Andy Boyle (Author, Narrator), Penguin Audio (Publisher)
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A smart, funny dive into the weight-loss industry, from a journalist on a quest to master healthy living

Like many of us, Andy Boyle struggled with his weight all his life. But it wasn't until one fateful pants-splitting incident that he realized he really ought to do something about it. Since then he has lost the weight. And put it back on. And lost it again. As he fumbled through his weight-loss journey, Andy learned the hard way that there's a difference between real, effective methods and the crap that big businesses are trying to sell you.

In Big Problems, Andy explores the reasons why we've gotten fat in the first place as well as real ways to lose those extra pounds. Through interviews with health experts, doctors, runners, bodybuilders and more, he unpacks the truths hidden beneath the hype, including:

  • Are superfoods really all that super?
  • Why the heck are you so hungry all the time?
  • Is it better to go for a run or lift weights?
  • Does dieting work? (Spoiler alert: No.)

While he is by no means an expert, Andy Boyle's hands-on experience and insightful research cuts through the bullshit and gives it to you straight. This funny and useful book will have you lacing up your workout shoes and saying "no" to that second beer. (Well, maybe sometimes....)

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  1. Listening Length
    7 hours and 27 minutes
  2. Author
    Andy Boyle
  3. Narrator
    Andy Boyle
  4. Audible release date
    March 31, 2020
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Penguin Audio
  7. ASIN
    B085GLRW8T
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 7 hours and 27 minutes
Author Andy Boyle
Narrator Andy Boyle
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date March 31, 2020
Publisher Penguin Audio
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B085GLRW8T
Best Sellers Rank #471,219 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#1,870 in Weight Loss Diets (Audible Books & Originals)
#2,622 in Self-Esteem (Audible Books & Originals)
#16,007 in Weight Loss Diets (Books)

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Emilee Kaye
5.0 out of 5 stars Some really great weight loss/life advice
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2021
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Witty, informative, and over all really encouraging! I have another diet book I bought a few months ago that I only made a chapter in before setting down and haven’t picked up again. I read this book in two days(staying up too late which of course isn’t following the books advice). I loved that he tried and shared so many different weight loss attempts. The research was great and overall just an easy fun read. I feel empowered with knowledge and I’m motivated!
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5.0 out of 5 stars An Insightful and Entertaining Look at Fitness
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2020
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There's no shortage of diet and exercise books, but very few of them were authored by people who have been in the same place as their audience: overweight and out of shape. Andy Boyle chronicles his years' long fitness journey with scientific research and practical recommendations for people starting from scratch. Along with the valuable information contained in the book, Andy's lighthearted writing style makes this a quick and entertaining read. I highly recommend reading "Big Problems."
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Maverick
5.0 out of 5 stars Fast shipping!
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2022
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Just what I was looking for!
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Ryan Asher
5.0 out of 5 stars Funny and insightful!
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2020
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I absolutely recommend this book to anyone who is dealing with body image issues and wants some approachable advice for dealing with those issues; or even those who just want some helpful tips on eating better and stepping up their exercise game!
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Robot T-1
5.0 out of 5 stars Big guys
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2023
As a current fat guy, I’m glad I found this book, I’m a fan of Boyle’s to begin with but still, this really breaks material down easier
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WARRIOR
5.0 out of 5 stars Another funny adventure from Andy Boyle
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2020
Especially if you do not know much about how the sausage is made with how to lose (and gain) weight, this will be a great read for you. Mmm sausage!

If you already know a lot about why we are the way we are, it is still worth your time for the stories, tips and tricks and how relatable this journey is for many.

Also, don't eat sausage.
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Greg Castro
5.0 out of 5 stars Super open-minded look at fitness!
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2020
Definitelly inspired me to think of fitness as a life-long, shifting personal goal rather than some stagnant concept of perfection that you try to hold yourself to and then fall short of.
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