Active Bariatric Nutrition

By Kim Tirapelle, MS, RD, CSSDHealth & Fitness Nutrition Fitness

Active Bariatric Nutrition episodes

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!
I am excited to open the waitlist for my 2026 program, Bariatric ENDURANCE! To learn more and join the waitlist so you are the first to receive info when the doors will open, click here!
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 Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

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47 min
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!
I am excited to open the waitlist for my 2026 program, Bariatric ENDURANCE! To learn more and join the waitlist so you are the first to receive info when the doors will open, click here!
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 Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
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46 min
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!
I am excited to open the waitlist for my 2026 program, Bariatric ENDURANCE! To learn more and join the waitlist so you are the first to receive info when the doors will open, click here!
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 Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
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45 min
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!
I am excited to open the waitlist for my 2026 program, Bariatric ENDURANCE! To learn more and join the waitlist so you are the first to receive info when the doors will open, click here!
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 Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
33 min
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!
I am excited to open the waitlist for my 2026 program, Bariatric ENDURANCE! To learn more and join the waitlist so you are the first to receive info when the doors will open, click here!
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 Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
53 min
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!
I am excited to open the waitlist for my 2026 program, Bariatric ENDURANCE! To learn more and join the waitlist so you are the first to receive info when the doors will open, click here!
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 Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
59 min
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!
I am excited to open the waitlist for my 2026 program, Bariatric ENDURANCE! To learn more and join the waitlist so you are the first to receive info when the doors will open, click here!
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 Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
59 min
May 13, 202455. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Lisa Hendin
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 and nutrition since surgery
Lisa's current lifting and running schedule
How Lisa's nutrition evolved over time to fuel both strength training and running workouts
The biggest lessons Lisa has learned over time
Lisa's new podcast!
How to Follow Lisa
Instagram: @leaningintolisa and her podcast: @formerfatfriendpod
Former Fat Friend Podcast
Let me know what you thought of the episode!
I am excited to open the waitlist for my 2026 program, Bariatric ENDURANCE! To learn more and join the waitlist so you are the first to receive info when the doors will open, click here!
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 Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
54 min
April 29, 202454. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Endurance Runner Jules Gomez
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 relationship with food
Nutrition changes and adaptations Jules has implemented to fuel endurance training
Why Jules named her account "RunningIsAPrivilege
Jules' advice for a new bariatric runner
How to Contact Jules Gomez
Instagram: @runningisaprivilege
Let me know what you thought of the episode!
I am excited to open the waitlist for my 2026 program, Bariatric ENDURANCE! To learn more and join the waitlist so you are the first to receive info when the doors will open, click here!
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 Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
37 min
April 15, 202453. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Bodybuilder Julia Myers
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 training programs
How Julia and I adjusted her intake to help her achieve PR's in the gym as well as fuel endurance running and see muscle gains
Julia's mindset changes
Her advice to you if want to begin a consistent routine
How to Contact Julia Myers
Instagram: @itsjuliamyers
Let me know what you thought of the episode!
I am excited to open the waitlist for my 2026 program, Bariatric ENDURANCE! To learn more and join the waitlist so you are the first to receive info when the doors will open, click here!
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 Programs, go to:
www.activebariatricnutrition.com

Follow Active Bariatric Nutrition at:
Instagram - @activebariatric
Facebook - Active Bariatric Nutrition
YouTube - Active Bariatric Nutrition
TikTok - ActiveBariatricNutrition
58 min

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