Best Kim Tirapelle Ms Rd Cssd Podcasts (2025)

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77. How Bariatric Nutrition Guidelines Have Evolved with Steph Wagner, MS, RDN 45:23

4d ago45:23

45:23

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric dietitian, Steph Wagner, MS, RDN, also known as @bariatricfoodcoach on IG. We discussed: Steph's career path as a bariatric dietitian and why she opened her business, Bariatric Food Coach How the field of obesity medicine and bariatric nutrition has changed over the …

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76. A Deep Dive into Protein, Lifting, And Gaining Muscle With Dr. Stuart Phillips 59:44

1M ago59:44

59:44

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed protein researcher and professor, Dr. Stuart Phillips, also known @mackinprof on IG. We discussed: An overview of protein and what role it plays in gaining muscle What is leucine and how does it stimulate muscle protein synthesis The importance of resistance training and do we…

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75. Optimizing Your Nutrition through the Menopause Transition with Registered Dietitian Tracy Bento 46:19

2M ago46:19

46:19

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Registered Dietitian, Tracy Bento, also known as @balancedbitesnutrition on IG. We discussed: Common symptoms women experience in perimenopause What contributes to weight gain during perimenopause/menopause What are the biggest nutrition recommendations Tracy provides Vitamin …

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74. Eating to Build, Not Just Lose: How Bariatric STRONG Fuels Muscle Gains After Surgery 21:25

2M ago21:25

21:25

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss: Why I decided to create the Bariatric STRONG program What are the most common struggles I see in active bariatric individuals and how I address those with evidence-backed nutrition guidelines What are the topics we cover in Bariatric STRONG and the resources I will gain from the …

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73. Beyond Weight Loss: Focusing on Body Composition and Muscle Gains with Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Eric Smith 47:40

2M ago47:40

47:40

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric surgeon, Dr. Eric Smith, also known as @doctorericsmith_ on IG. We discussed: How Dr. Smith got into bariatric surgery and the difference between robotic and laparoscopic bariatric surgery Dr. Smith's philosophy around using body composition and muscle gain as a way …

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72. Should Women Change Their Workouts Based On Their Menstrual Cycle with Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple 31:10

3M ago31:10

31:10

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed muscle physiology researcher, Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, also known as @drlaurencs1 on IG. We discussed: An overview of the menstrual cycle hormonal changes as well as what happens with our hormones as we enter perimenopause and menopause Misconceptions around women and muscle…

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71. From Trail Running To Helping Others On Their Bariatric Journeys with Charise Spencer, LMFT 1:02:17

3M ago1:02:17

1:02:17

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete, trail runner, and licensed marriage and family therapist, Charise Spencer, also known as @bariinspiredliving on IG. We discussed: Why Charise got into trail running and what a typical race might look like How to train for trail running including a typical tr…

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70. How Alcohol Impacts Your Body After Bariatric Surgery with Registered Dietitian Dr. Susan Mitchell 28:34

4M ago28:34

28:34

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Registered Dietitian Dr. Susan Mitchell, also known as @drsusanmitchell on IG. We discussed: How alcohol is metabolized differently after bariatric surgery Why the effects of alcohol are felt sooner after surgery How does alcohol impact vitamin and mineral absorption How alcoh…

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69. Maximizing Your Nutrition and Muscle On A GLP-1 with Registered Dietitian Summer Kessel, RD 1:08:18

5M ago1:08:18

1:08:18

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Registered Dietitian Summer Kessel, also known as @summerthedietitian on IG. We discussed: Summer's personal journey with weight loss while using a GLP-1 and becoming a Registered Dietitian who specializes in GLP-1 nutrition How GLP-1s act in the body The difference between cr…

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68. How to Prepare for a Bodybuilding or Transformation Competition with Bariatric Athlete Rob Rafanan 55:02

5M ago55:02

55:02

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete and bodybuilding competitor, Rob Rafanan, also known as @weightinginvain on IG. We discussed: Different bodybuilding competitions and divisions available Why Rob chose to get into bodybuilding and transformation competitions after bariatric surgery How Rob ch…

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67. Everything You Wanted To Know About Improving Your Sleep with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Melissa Milanak 1:25:23

6M ago1:25:23

1:25:23

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed clinical psychologist and sleep expert, Dr. Melissa Milanak also known as @drmelissamilanak on IG. We discussed: - The stages of sleep and how your body heals itself both physically and mentally - The 4 step process to sleeping soundly through the night - Why we wake up in the…

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66. Your Vitamin, Mineral, & Sport Supplement Questions Answered with Clinical Sports Pharmacist Dr. Jessica Beal-Stahl 53:46

6M ago53:46

53:46

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed clinical sports pharmacist, Dr. Jessical Beal-Stahl, PharmD, also known as @jessb_rx on IG. We discussed: How to know which supplements are safe and what to look for on the label Is oversupplementation of vitamins/minerals a risk and which ones should we be aware of? Which med…

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65. A Bariatric Athlete Journey With Endurance Runner Heather Wade 43:06

7M ago43:06

43:06

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric endurance runner, Heather Wade, also known as @heathernadine94 on IG. We discussed: How Heather built up from short distances to running a full marathon after bariatric surgery Heather's training program including a typical week of mileage and crosstraining The bigge…

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64. How To Use Your Nutrition To Increase Muscle Gains 45:58

7M ago45:58

45:58

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss: How does muscle growth occur in the body & why is resistance training important after bariatric surgery Why do we have to nail the bariatric nutrition basics first How to alter your nutrition based on your activity level using the Active Bariatric Nutrition Training Plates The co…

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63. Emotional Brain Training with Jeannie Boyer, RD, CSOWM 36:53

8M ago36:53

36:53

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Bariatric Dietitian, Jeannie Boyer, RD, CSOWM also known as @jeannieboyerrd on IG. We discussed: How Jeannie uses brain health strategies to set nutrition goals The most common nutrition questions Jeannie receives and how she addresses them Key nutrition concepts Jeannie focus…

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62. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Kasey Morris 46:14

8M ago46:14

46:14

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete, Kasey Morris, also known as @maintainingkasey on IG. We discussed: Why Kasey had bariatric and plastic surgery and how it has changed her life How Kasey started with her movement journey after surgery and progressed to running races How Kasey fuels for her t…

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61. Diving Into Bariatric Nutrition, Continuous Glucose Monitoring, and Rucking with Kayla Girgen, RD, LD 45:34

9M ago45:34

45:34

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Bariatric Dietitian, Kayla Girgen, RD, LD also known as @kaylagirgenrd on IG. We discussed: What is continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and how Kayla uses it with her clients How CGM can be utilized to help address nutrition for reactive hypoglycemia What is Rucking? How to ge…

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60. Avoid Injury in Endurance Training with Physical Therapist Leah Avery, DPT 44:51

9M ago44:51

44:51

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Physical Therapist and running coach, Leah Avery, DPT, also known as @leah.runs.dpt on IG. We discussed: How to begin training for a race- should we focus on time or mileage? Examples of typical training weeks including cross training ideas Should we include strength training …

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59. Your Nutrition for Endurance Training Questions Answered 32:17

10M ago32:17

32:17

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I answered the following questions: Does fueling help before short or long runs? Does it matter? At what time or distance should I begin carrying fuel for my runs? How often during a run should I be fueling and with what? What is gut training? Should I eat the same on running vs non-running…

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58. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Endurance Runner Casey Kilduff 52:05

10M ago52:05

52:05

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric endurance runner, Casey Kilduff, also known as @caseysjourneytohealth on IG. We discussed: How Casey got into endurance running after bariatric surgery How she increased mileage over time from 5k to half marathon Casey's fueling strategies day-to-day as a bariatric a…

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57. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Allie Matthews 58:07

12M ago58:07

58:07

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete, Allie Matthews, also known as @allieslosingit_rny on IG. We discussed: Why Allie chose to have bariatric surgery How Allie's experience as an elite collegiate swimmer impacted her journey Benefits of strength training immediately following bariatric surgery …

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56. Your Bariatric Nutrition Questions Answered with Megan Moore, RD, CD 58:53

1y ago58:53

58:53

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Bariatric Dietitian, Megan Moore, RD, CD also known as @mybariatricdietitian on IG. We discussed: How Megan got into the field of bariatric nutrition as a dietitian The biggest nutrition questions Megan receives and how she addresses them Megan's best strategies for addressing…

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55. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Lisa Hendin 53:30

1y ago53:30

53:30

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete, Lisa Hendin, also known as @leaningintolisa on IG. We discussed: What led Lisa to having bariatric surgery and how it has changed her life How Lisa's movement goals have changed over time to her current training goals Lisa's mindset shifts around movement an…

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54. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Endurance Runner Jules Gomez 36:24

1y ago36:24

36:24

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric runner, Jules Gomez, also known as @runningisaprivilege on IG. We discussed: How Jules got into running after bariatric surgery Her current running and training program How Jules balances running with her busy lifestyle How bariatric surgery impacted her family's rel…

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53. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Bodybuilder Julia Myers 57:46

1y ago57:46

57:46

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric bodybuilder, Julia Myers, also known as @itsjuliamyers on IG. We discussed: Julia's bariatric journey as well as her recent plastic surgery experience How she restarted both her movement and nutrition programs after plastics How she fuels her lifting and running trai…

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52. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Personal Trainer & Bodybuilder Marilyn Clark 48:18

1+ y ago48:18

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed personal trainer and bariatric bodybuilder, Marilyn Clark, also known as @offtheplatemc on IG. We discussed: Why resistance training is so critical for women both before and after menopause How Marilyn has changed her resistance training and nutrition to change her body compos…

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51. The Importance of Headwork™️ In Your Bariatric Journey with Lora Grabow, LMSW 40:37

1+ y ago40:37

40:37

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Bariatric Therapist, Lora Grabow, LMSW also known as @bariatric.therapist on IG. We discussed: Areas of opportunity that you can work on to help improve mindset after bariatric surgery How using the foundational Headwork™️ skills can help to identify the mental and emotional f…

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50. Your GLP-1 Questions Answered with Dr. Spencer Nadolsky & Dr. Karl Nadolsky 57:53

1+ y ago57:53

57:53

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed physicians, Dr. Spencer Nadolsky (@drnadolsky) and Dr. Karl Nadolsky (@drkarlnadolsky). We discussed: How Dr. Karl and Dr. Spencer got into obesity medicine as their medical specialty How GLP-1 medications act in the body and help address obesity, Type 2 Diabetes, cardiovascul…

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49. A Deep Dive Into Bariatric Nutrition with Kristin Willard, RD 1:00:25

1+ y ago1:00:25

1:00:25

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Bariatric Dietitian, Kristin Willard, RD also known as @bariatric.meal.prep on IG. We discussed: The most common bariatric nutrition questions Kristin receives and how she answers them The best nutrition strategies that Kristin recommends to her clients Why meal prepping and m…

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48. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Bariatric Bodybuilder Rob Spinella 52:39

1+ y ago52:39

52:39

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric bodybuilder, Rob Spinella, also known as @robmotivation on IG. We discussed: Why Rob chose to have bariatric & plastic surgery and how it changed his life Rob's two bodybuilding competitions and his thoughts on the experiences Rob's current goals and lifting program …

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47. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Powerlifter Ashley Smith 53:15

1+ y ago53:15

53:15

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition podcast, I interviewed bariatric powerlifter, Ashley Smith, also known as @movedatash on IG. We discussed: How Ashley's bariatric and fitness journey led her to trying powerlifting Her weekly training program to prepare for a powerlifting meet What a powerlifting meet includes How Ashley fuels for i…

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46. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Endurance Runner Jen Boerwinkle 45:24

1+ y ago45:24

45:24

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric endurance runner, Jen Boerwinkle, also known as @jenruns2fit on IG. We discussed: How Jen began running and built up to training & completing marathons Why Jen became a running coach and how she helps runners Jen's weekly training schedule How Jen has evolved her nut…

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45. Are You Struggling with Your Relationship with Movement or Food with Eating Disorder Specialists, Psychologist Kelly Broadwater & Registered Dietitian Chaundra Evans 43:24

1+ y ago43:24

43:24

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Psychologist Kelly Broadwater, LPA, LCMHC, CEDS-S and Registered Dietitian Chaundra Evans, RD, LDN. We discussed: Their experiences working together specializing in bariatric patients with eating disorders Disordered eating habits and behaviors that can be hard to recognize af…

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44. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Dee Howell 57:36

1+ y ago57:36

57:36

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete, Dee Howell, also known as @get_fitwith_dee on IG. We discussed: Why he chose to have bariatric surgery and how it changed his life Dee's current training program and how it has changed over time How Dee has changed his nutrition to fuel his runs and lifting …

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43. What Meal Planning Strategy is Best for Me? 23:05

1+ y ago23:05

23:05

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss: Different ways to develop a meal planning strategy and the pros and cons of each method Creating a specific meal plan for calories, macro and micronutrients Utilizing a macronutrient specific plan Utilizing the Active Bariatric Plates as a guide Easy Training Day Plate Moderate T…

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42. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Professional Chef Stephanie Mitchell 47:41

1+ y ago47:41

47:41

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete and professional chef, Stephanie Mitchell, also known as @steph_the_shrinking_chef on IG. We discussed: Why Stephanie chose to have bariatric surgery and how it has completely changed her life How Stephanie got into running and her 5k/month goal The habits St…

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41. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Megan Shtab 45:58

1+ y ago45:58

45:58

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition podcast, I chatted with Megan Shtab, also known as @megans.mission on IG about: How bariatric surgery changed Megan's life Megan's experience with plastic surgery and her recovery Megan's career pivot into the fitness industry Her lifting program and advice on how to get started How her nutrition ha…

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40. All Your Protein Questions Answered 40:05

1+ y ago40:05

40:05

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition podcast, I answer your questions on: My journey into how and why I got into the field of Bariatric Sports Nutrition The importance of protein after bariatric surgery and why it is such a main focus How much protein is required for muscle building The best strategies for protein intake on dosing, tim…

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39. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Bodybuilder Mary Acosta 48:53

1+ y ago48:53

48:53

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition podcast, I interviewed bariatric body builder and endurance runner, Mary Acosta, also known on IG as @marybariatric. We discussed: How Mary had to adjust her mindset to overcome post-op medical complications Mary's current training program in both her lifting and endurance training sessions How Mary…

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38. All Your Carbohydrate Questions Answered 33:17

1+ y ago33:17

33:17

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I answered your submitted questions on carbohydrates. Questions included: What is the difference between net carbs and total carbs and which is better to track? How do I know when it's time to increase my carbs after bariatric surgery? How many grams of carbohydrate should I consume? What's…

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37. Why Is The Scale Increasing When I'm Exercising More? 26:00

2y ago26:00

26:00

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss: Various contributing factors to seeing the scale increase when you have begun a new exercise program or have a hard or intense workout after bariatric surgery Why the scale may not be the best tool to measure your progress and other ways to do so instead Addressing mindset change…

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36. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Marye Runnels 43:11

2y ago43:11

43:11

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete Marye Runnels , also known as @marye_in_motion on IG. We discussed: Nutrition and exercise strategies Marye used to address her weight regain after bariatric surgery Marye's lifting program and how it developed over time Marye's experience with plastic surger…

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35. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Ozzie Tirado 38:27

2y ago38:27

38:27

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete, Ozzie Tirado, also known as @_sleeve2fitness_ on IG. We discussed: How he got into HIIT workouts and where he started on his fitness journey How he created his home gym from scratch How he has changed his eating pattern to fuel HIIT workouts His advice on ho…

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34. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Bodybuilder Ronica Thorp 41:02

2y ago41:02

41:02

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete and bodybuilder, Ronica Thorp, also known as @vsg_twinboymom on IG. We discussed: Where her fitness journey started after surgery and how she got to where she is now Why she decided to take on the challenge of a bodybuilding competition Her training program f…

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33. Everything You Wanted to Know About Protein Supplements 28:59

2y ago28:59

28:59

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss: Different types of protein supplements available including whey protein concentrate, isolate and hydrolysate, casein, soy, and pea Pros and cons of each for muscle building after bariatric surgery Branched Chain Amino Acid (BCAA) supplements and what the research suggests on thei…

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32. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Endurance Runner Mykera Boardman 29:36

2y ago29:36

29:36

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete and endurance runner, Mykera Boardman, also known as @bypassingthetime84 on IG and we discussed: How Mykera started running and how she has built up to where she is today Mykera's running program and cross-training routine Running apps that Mykera has used to…

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31. Bariatric Nutrition Myths Busted! 28:38

2y ago28:38

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss and dispel these common bariatric nutrition myths: Bariatric patients shouldn't eat carbohydrate rich foods Avoid lifting weights after surgery to prevent weight gain Bariatric individuals will need to eat 800-1200 calories/day for life It is required to eat only 3 meal/day for li…

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30. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Powerlifter Carla Parson 38:56

2y ago38:56

38:56

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete and powerlifter, Carla Parson, also known as @sunkiss.my.fitness on IG and we discussed: Why Carla decided to get into powerlifting and how it has changed her body composition How to train for a powerlifting competition, including how she structures her lifti…

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29. Implementing the Bariatric Sports Nutrition Pyramid 39:47

2y ago39:47

39:47

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss: Understanding the bariatric nutrition basics and which behaviors are critical for long term success When to focus on specific calorie and macro goals to enhance performance Implementing timing of meals and snacks to optimize exercise What and when to implement specific ergogenic …

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28. Everything You Wanted to Know about Body Composition with Nina Crowley, PhD, RDN, LD 56:48

2y ago56:48

56:48

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Dr. Nina Crowley, Phd, RDN, LD, also known as @ninamcrowley on IG and we discussed: What are better metrics to track other than BMI and weight and why What is body composition and the separate body compartments What testing methods are available for body composition How often …

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