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:

May 08, 202325. Vitamin and Mineral Supplements for the Bariatric Athlete
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!
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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30min
May 01, 202324. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Bodybuilder Justin Schork
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!
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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32min
April 24, 202323. All Your Creatine Questions Answered with Dr. Darren Candow
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!
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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53min
April 17, 202322. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Steph Abeles
In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete, Steph Abeles, also known as @metamorphasteph on IG and we discussed:
How Steph recovered from two separate plastic surgeries and how that changed her life after bariatric surgery
Steph's weightlifting routine and how it has impacted her body composition
The key nutritional lessons Steph has implemented to fuel her workouts
Steph's advice to someone starting on their bariatric journey
*Chapter Markers Available*

How to contact Steph:
Instagram: @metamorphasteph
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
31min
March 20, 202321. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Yoga Instructor Leanne Nagle
In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete and yoga instructor, Leanne Nagle, also known as @leanne_lately on IG and we discussed:
Leanne's experience with a figure competition and how it impacted her mindset
How Leanne got into yoga and uses it in her bariatric fitness journey
How yoga can be beneficial for a bariatric athlete
How Leanne fuels around her workouts
Leanne's advice for someone who wants to incorporate yoga
*Chapter markers available*
How to contact Leanne:
Instagram: @leanne_lately
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
56min
March 13, 202320. Nutrition to Lean Out & Gain Muscle Simultaneously
In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss:
What are the key factors that impact body recomposition after bariatric surgery
How to adjust calorie and macronutrients to gain muscle and lean out simultaneously
Supplements that may optimize the recomposition goal including creatine monohydrate
Day to day lifestyle changes that will enhance body recomposition
*Chapter Markers Available*
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
34min
March 06, 202319. Building Muscle For Bariatric Athletes with Michael & Denise Pagano
In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Certified Personal Trainer Michael Pagano, and his wife, bariatric bodybuilder, Denise Pagano. We discussed:
How to program your weight lifting program for various goals
How to spread the volume of your lift over the course of a week
Understanding the difference between strength and hypertrophy goals
How Denise has adjusted her nutrition to fuel her bodybuilding
How to gain muscle mass and maintain it as we age
Michael and Denise's advice to new bariatric bodybuilders
*Chapter Markers Available*
How to contact Michael and Denise Pagano
Michael on IG - @fit_body_con
Michael's email: [email protected]
Denise on IG- @crunchysleever
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
1h 5min
February 27, 202318. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Lori Dustin
In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interview bariatric athlete, Lori Dustin, also known as @pipestonelori on IG. We discuss:
Why Lori had bariatric surgery at age 60 and how it has changed her life
Her fitness journey including how she built up to Crossfit workouts
How she increased her intake gradually to help with muscle gaining
Her mindset shifts around having bariatric surgery later in life
Her advice to someone who questions whether age should limit your decision on having bariatric surgery
*Chapter Markers Available*

How to Contact Lori Dustin:
Instragram: @pipestonelori
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
February 13, 202317. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Endurance Runner Adam Fitz-Henry
In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interview endurance runner and bodybuilder, Adam Fitz-Henry, also known as @adz_in_control on IG. We discuss:
How bariatric surgery has changed his life
His resilience through recovering from plastic surgery and the setbacks he experienced
His training program for marathons and ultramarathons, including his weekly training runs, weight lifting, and cycling sessions
How he fuels for day-to-day training as well as endurance runs
The products he uses on race day
His mindset shifts as well as advice for new runners
*Chapter Markers Available*

How to Contact Adam Fitz-Henry:
Instagram: Adz_in_control
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
50min
February 06, 202316. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Rob DiMedio Part 2
In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interview bariatric athlete, Rob DiMedio, also known as @my_weight_is_history on IG. This is our second interview in a series of episodes tracking Rob's progress working with Active Bariatric Nutrition and we discuss:
Our process working together and his body composition changes over the last 2 months
How we have adjusted his calories and macronutrients over time to assist in his muscle gaining goal
Rob's strength training routine and how less can be more!
Rob's practical strategies on how he meets his daily goals with meal prepping
How we have changed his supplementation routine
His mindset changes around seeing the number on the scale increase
*Chapter Markers Available*

How you can contact Rob DiMedio:
Instagram: @my_weight_is_history
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
46min

FAQs about Active Bariatric Nutrition:

How many episodes does Active Bariatric Nutrition have?

The podcast currently has 85 episodes available.

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