Active Bariatric Nutrition

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 develop her running programs
• Mykera's pre-run, during runs, and post-workout nutrition
• Biggest lessons learned and advice for a new bariatric runner

Where to Contact Mykera Boardman:
Instagram: @bypassingthetime84

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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 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 life, no snacks
• Hitting a weight loss plateau means I'm doing something wrong
• If you are experiencing muscle cramps, eat a banana
• More is better! 

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 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 lifting sessions, reps/sets, and duration of training program
• How she has adjusted her nutrition over time to fuel her lifting workouts
• Advice she would give to someone just starting with powerlifting 

How To Contact Carla:
Instagram: @sunkiss.my.fitness
Facebook: Sunkiss My Fitness, LLC
Website: www.sunkissmyfitness.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

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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 aids/supplements to reach your goals

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 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 we should test or measure our metrics
• Where you can get body composition measurements done

How to Contact Dr. Crowley and seca:
Instagram: @ninamcrowley
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninacrowley/   
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PsychoDietitian
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ninacrowley

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Instagram: @seca_northamerica
Linkedin: @seca_northamerica
Facebook: @secaglobal
Twitter: @seca_global

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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:
 www.activebariatricnutrition.com

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Kate Fuss, PA-C, also known as @banana.bariatrics on IG and we discussed: 

• How to create and establish life long habits after bariatric surgery
• How to habit stack
• Strategies to address weight regain after bariatric surgery
• Banana Bariatrics online support group community

You can contact Kate at:
Instagram: @banana.bariatrics
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.bananabariatrics.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

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss:

• What does underfueling for your exercise level actually mean?
• Signs and symptoms of underfueling
• Strategies to prevent underfueling for exercise after bariatric 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

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss:

• The importance of taking your bariatric vitamin and mineral supplements to prevent deficiencies and enhance performance
• Which nutrients a bariatric athlete is at higher risk of deficiency for and how they impact your workouts
• Dosing and timing strategies for your bariatric multivitamin, iron, Vitamin B12, calcium and vitamin D
• How to ensure your bariatric lab panel is run annually for life

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 weightlifter, Justin Schork, also known as @just_getting_started_fit on IG and we discussed:

• How Justin's weight loss journey has impacted how he raises his kids
• Justin's current lifting program including frequency, duration, reps/sets
• How Justin has changed his nutrition over time to enhance his body composition
• Justin's mindset shifts around losing weight, his nutrition, and workouts
• Advice Justin would give to someone wanting to change their body composition after bariatric surgery

How to Contact Justin:

• Instagram: @just_getting_started_fit

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 one of the world's leading researchers of creatine monohydrate Dr. Darren Candow, PhD, CSEP-CEP, also known as @dr.darrencandow on IG and we discussed:

• How Dr. Candow got involved in creatine research
• Why we should be interested in creatine monohydrate and how it is used in our body 
• The different dosing options, timing of intake, which formulations to choose, and if it should be cycled on/off
• What populations can benefit from creatine monohydrate supplementation
• How creatine supplementation may benefit a bariatric athlete in both strength and endurance training/goals
• What are the emerging areas of research on creatine

How to Contact Dr. Candow:
Instagram: @dr.darrencandow

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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