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 92 episodes available.

Active Bariatric Nutrition episodes:

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!
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
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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!
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
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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!
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
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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!
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
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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!
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
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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!
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
...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!
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
...more
46min
January 30, 202315. Nutrition for Muscle Growth
In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss:
Habits to establish in the first year to set your nutrition foundation for muscle gains
How to optimize your calorie and protein intake to gain muscle
Distribution and timing of protein intake
Creatine monohydrate supplementation - dosing, timing, and benefits
Mindset shifts around seeing gains on the scale
*Chapter Markers Available*
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
...more
44min
January 23, 202314. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Endurance Cyclist Rob Rafanan
In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interview endurance cyclist, Rob Rafanan, also known as @weightinginvain on IG, and we discuss:
How bariatric surgery changed his life
His plastic surgery journey and recovery
His exercise evolution since surgery including cycling, weightlifting, and pickle ball
Fueling for shorter and longer endurance cycling rides
Race day fueling for endurance cycling and products he uses
His advice for new endurance bariatric athletes and lessons learned
*Chapter Markers Available*

You can contact Rob at:
Rob's Instagram: @weightinginvain
Podcast: The Weighting Table Podcast- Available on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify
The Weighting Table Podcast on Instagram: @theweightingtable
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
...more
40min
January 16, 202313. A Bariatric Athlete Journey with Endurance Runner Terry Price
In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interview endurance runner, Terry Price, also know as @terry.price.35574 on IG, and we discuss:
His bariatric journey and what brought him to making the decision to have surgery and how it has changed his life
How he started running and his progression both before and after surgery
His current marathon training program including days/week, mileage, and pacing
His fueling and hydration strategies for long training runs and races
Lessons learned and advice for new endurance bariatric runners
* Chapter Markers Available*

You can learn more about Terry and contact him at:
Instagram: @terry.price.35574 and @the_bariatric_marathoner
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
...more
53min

FAQs about Active Bariatric Nutrition:

How many episodes does Active Bariatric Nutrition have?

The podcast currently has 92 episodes available.

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