Steph and Hannah are joined by bariatric coach and fellow post-op bad-ass Rob DiMedio for one of our most real conversations yet.

We’re talking:

• Why bariatric surgery isn’t a magic pill (and never was)
• The truth about regain (and why it’s fixable)
• Strength training without the gym intimidation
• Why walking AND lifting both matter
• Healing your relationship with food before and after surgery
• The mindset shifts that actually stick
• And yes… the “inappropriate honeymoon bikini” story 👀

Rob shares his journey from 365 lbs to thriving five years post-op, how COVID delayed his surgery, what he wishes existed when he started, and how he now helps bariatric patients put the whole picture together — fitness, nutrition, habits, and real life.

We also dive into:

• Facebook group chaos
• Pizza math (4 slices vs. 2 slices 👀)
• Why “I’m only eating 600 calories” might not be the full story
• And how small, sustainable changes beat extreme resets every single time

If you’ve ever stalled, struggled, regained, felt intimidated by the gym, or wondered “am I doing this right?” — this episode is for you.

No shame. No fluff. Just honest, practical, supportive real talk.