Active Bariatric Nutrition

By Kim Tirapelle, MS, RD, CSSD

Did you have bariatric surgery and want to learn how to optimize your nutrition to achieve your fitness and training goals? That is exactly what you will learn when you tune in to Bariatric Sports

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How many episodes does Active Bariatric Nutrition have?

The podcast currently has 85 episodes available.

Active Bariatric Nutrition episodes:

December 02, 202465. A Bariatric Athlete Journey With Endurance Runner Heather Wade
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 biggest nutrition changes Heather implemented when training for a full marathon
What Heather eats pre-run as well as intra-run fueling products
Biggest lessons learned and her advice for someone who wants to start training for endurance races
How to follow Heather:
Instagram: @heathernadine94
Let me know what you thought of the episode!
To learn more about my 6-week online nutrition program, Bariatric STRONG which is open for enrollment from September 29th through October 6th, 2025, click HERE to join and secure your spot as space is limited and will fill up fast! Program begins Monday, October 6th!

If you want to learn more about how to adjust your plates based on your activity level, click here to download my FREE Active Bariatric Training Plates handout!

To learn more about my Bariatric Nutrition Coaching Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
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44min
November 18, 202464. How To Use Your Nutrition To Increase Muscle Gains
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 components of the Muscle Gaining Nutrition Pyramid
Meeting overall calorie and protein goals
Distribution of protein throughout the day
Timing of meals and snacks around workouts
Supplements/Ergogenic aids for muscle gaining
Let me know what you thought of the episode!
To learn more about my 6-week online nutrition program, Bariatric STRONG which is open for enrollment from September 29th through October 6th, 2025, click HERE to join and secure your spot as space is limited and will fill up fast! Program begins Monday, October 6th!

If you want to learn more about how to adjust your plates based on your activity level, click here to download my FREE Active Bariatric Training Plates handout!

To learn more about my Bariatric Nutrition Coaching Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
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46min
November 04, 202463. Emotional Brain Training with Jeannie Boyer, RD, CSOWM
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 focuses on with her clients to help them reach their goals
Jeannie's advice for someone who wants to try brain training strategies
How to Contact Jeannie
Instagram: @jeannieboyerrd
Website: BariatricSuccessRD.com
Email: [email protected]
Let me know what you thought of the episode!
To learn more about my 6-week online nutrition program, Bariatric STRONG which is open for enrollment from September 29th through October 6th, 2025, click HERE to join and secure your spot as space is limited and will fill up fast! Program begins Monday, October 6th!

If you want to learn more about how to adjust your plates based on your activity level, click here to download my FREE Active Bariatric Training Plates handout!

To learn more about my Bariatric Nutrition Coaching Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
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37min
October 22, 202462. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Kasey Morris
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 training sessions including walking, running, and lifting
Benefits of intuitive eating and food logging
Why Kasey started taking creatine and how it has helped her meet her goals
Why Kasey started the DMV meet-up group and Former Fat Friend Podcast
How to Follow Kasey
Instagram: @maintainingkasey
Former Fat Friend Podcast Instagram: @formerfatfriendpod
Former Fat Friend Podcast
Let me know what you thought of the episode!
To learn more about my 6-week online nutrition program, Bariatric STRONG which is open for enrollment from September 29th through October 6th, 2025, click HERE to join and secure your spot as space is limited and will fill up fast! Program begins Monday, October 6th!

If you want to learn more about how to adjust your plates based on your activity level, click here to download my FREE Active Bariatric Training Plates handout!

To learn more about my Bariatric Nutrition Coaching Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
...more
47min
October 07, 202461. Diving Into Bariatric Nutrition, Continuous Glucose Monitoring, and Rucking with Kayla Girgen, RD, LD
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 get started with rucking, benefits, equipment needed, and races
How to fuel for rucking
Dispelling bariatric nutrition myths
Nutrition recommendations for addressing weight regain
How to Contact Kayla:
Instagram: @kaylagirgenrd
Kayla's Programs: https://kaylagirgenrd.mn.co/
Apply for CGM Coaching: https://forms.gle/GQsc8D32fpjxhzZr9
Rucking for Women Article: https://kaylagirgenrd.com/rucking-for-women/
Let me know what you thought of the episode!
To learn more about my 6-week online nutrition program, Bariatric STRONG which is open for enrollment from September 29th through October 6th, 2025, click HERE to join and secure your spot as space is limited and will fill up fast! Program begins Monday, October 6th!

If you want to learn more about how to adjust your plates based on your activity level, click here to download my FREE Active Bariatric Training Plates handout!

To learn more about my Bariatric Nutrition Coaching Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
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46min
September 23, 202460. Avoid Injury in Endurance Training with Physical Therapist Leah Avery, DPT
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 when training for a race?
What is the difference between soreness and an injury?
Common running mistakes and injuries and how to prevent them
Running Apps and tools you may find helpful
How to Contact Leah:
Instagram: @leah.runs.dpt
Work with Leah: Train Smart Run Strong
Let me know what you thought of the episode!
To learn more about my 6-week online nutrition program, Bariatric STRONG which is open for enrollment from September 29th through October 6th, 2025, click HERE to join and secure your spot as space is limited and will fill up fast! Program begins Monday, October 6th!

If you want to learn more about how to adjust your plates based on your activity level, click here to download my FREE Active Bariatric Training Plates handout!

To learn more about my Bariatric Nutrition Coaching Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
...more
45min
September 09, 202459. Your Nutrition for Endurance Training Questions Answered
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 days?
How do I get in enough carbs with limited stomach space after surgery?
Let me know what you thought of the episode!
To learn more about my 6-week online nutrition program, Bariatric STRONG which is open for enrollment from September 29th through October 6th, 2025, click HERE to join and secure your spot as space is limited and will fill up fast! Program begins Monday, October 6th!

If you want to learn more about how to adjust your plates based on your activity level, click here to download my FREE Active Bariatric Training Plates handout!

To learn more about my Bariatric Nutrition Coaching Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
...more
33min
August 26, 202458. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Endurance Runner Casey Kilduff
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 athlete
Which products and how often Casey fuels on race day
Biggest lessons learned in training and nutrition
Her advice for someone who wants to become an endurance runner
How to Contact Casey:
Instagram: @caseysjourneytohealth
Let me know what you thought of the episode!
To learn more about my 6-week online nutrition program, Bariatric STRONG which is open for enrollment from September 29th through October 6th, 2025, click HERE to join and secure your spot as space is limited and will fill up fast! Program begins Monday, October 6th!

If you want to learn more about how to adjust your plates based on your activity level, click here to download my FREE Active Bariatric Training Plates handout!

To learn more about my Bariatric Nutrition Coaching Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
...more
53min
July 08, 202457. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Allie Matthews
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
How Allie has used nutrition to fuel lifting, running, HIIT, and cycling workouts
Allie's advice for someone starting on their post-bariatric movement and fueling journey
Allie's new podcast!
How to Follow Allie:
Instagram: @allieslosingit_rny and her podcast: @formerfatfriendpod
Former Fat Friend Podcast

Let me know what you thought of the episode!
To learn more about my 6-week online nutrition program, Bariatric STRONG which is open for enrollment from September 29th through October 6th, 2025, click HERE to join and secure your spot as space is limited and will fill up fast! Program begins Monday, October 6th!

If you want to learn more about how to adjust your plates based on your activity level, click here to download my FREE Active Bariatric Training Plates handout!

To learn more about my Bariatric Nutrition Coaching Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
...more
59min
May 27, 202456. Your Bariatric Nutrition Questions Answered with Megan Moore, RD, CD
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 weight regain or stalls
Nutrition myth and how Megan responds to them
How to respond to hunger and cravings after bariatric surgery
Megan's book, The Complete Bariatric Cookbook and Meal Plan
How to Contact Megan:
Instagram: @mybariatricdietitian
Website: https://www.mybariatricdietitian.com/
Let me know what you thought of the episode!
To learn more about my 6-week online nutrition program, Bariatric STRONG which is open for enrollment from September 29th through October 6th, 2025, click HERE to join and secure your spot as space is limited and will fill up fast! Program begins Monday, October 6th!

If you want to learn more about how to adjust your plates based on your activity level, click here to download my FREE Active Bariatric Training Plates handout!

To learn more about my Bariatric Nutrition Coaching Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
...more
59min

FAQs about Active Bariatric Nutrition:

How many episodes does Active Bariatric Nutrition have?

The podcast currently has 85 episodes available.

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