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 Stephanie has put into place to ensure she meets her training goals
• Her fueling strategies for running and lifting
• How her career as a professional chef has helped her on her journey
• Stephanie shares her meal prep tips and tricks and favorite meals

How to Contact Stephanie:
Instagram: @steph_the_shrinking_chef
Podcast: We Are Losing It Podcast

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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 has changed to fuel her workouts
• Megan's mindset changes over time and her advice to you 

How to contact Megan:
Instagram: @megans.mission

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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, timing, and distribution per meal
• Comparing different protein sources and if they are absorbed at different rates
• How many grams of protein you can digest and absorb at one time
• The age old question- does collagen count towards my protein intake?

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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!  

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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 has changed her nutrition over time to fuel both her training goals and body composition
• Why Mary uses body composition measurements rather than the scale to assess her progress
• Advice she'd share to a new bariatric athlete

You can contact Mary:
Instagram: @marybariatric
TikTok: @bulmahulkvsg 

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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:
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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 the best carbs for pre-workout and should they be included post-workout?
• Why am I craving carbs so much with an increase in exercise?
• Will carbs make me gain body fat?   

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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!

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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 changes around the scale increasing after bariatric surgery

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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:
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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 surgery and when she resumed exercise 
• Marye's nutrition strategies for hiking and what she packs with her
• Biggest lessons learned over her journey and advice for how to get back on track

How to Contact Marye:
Instagram: @marye_in_motion

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:
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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 how to get into exercising after bariatric surgery
• Biggest lessons learned in both nutrition and fitness after surgery

How to Contact Ozzie:
Instagram: @_sleeve2fitness_

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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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 for the bodybuilding show- duration, reps/sets, frequency of workouts
• How her nutrition changed during competition prep
• How Ronica was able to train and meal prep while working the night shift as an RN
• Her mindset around a challenge such as this and if she would ever do it again!

How to Contact Ronica:
Instagram: @vsg_twinboymom

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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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 their usage
• Collagen peptides and what the research suggests on their usage

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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