What if just a few minutes each day could transform your wellness journey? 

In this episode, we dive into the impact of the 100-Day Pillars Challenge and how BariNation members embraced the four key pillars—movement, mindset, metabolic wellness, and community. The members share their takeaways, from small daily habits that created lasting change to the surprising insights that reshaped their approach to health. Whether learning about gut health, rethinking nutrition, or finding sustainable ways to stay engaged, this challenge proved that progress isn’t about perfection but consistency. Tune in for an inspiring discussion, and check out the BariNation Community to discover how the community can aid you on your bariatric journey.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• (00:00) Opening and introduction
• (00:29) BariNation members discuss what they took away from the 100-Day Pillar Challenge
• (03:22) BariNation members discuss why they started the challenge
• (06:11) The revelations that were learned on the challenge
• (12:40) What aspects of the 100-Day Pillar Challenge will be a part of their continued journey?
• (18:51) Visit BariNation to join a community of resources that will empower your wellness journey 

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• The 100-Day Pillars Challenge aimed to deliver small, digestible knowledge each morning, offering quick insights on key wellness pillars. These micro-learnings, ranging from one to five minutes, provided a daily boost of wisdom while encouraging deeper exploration through linked research and articles. The challenge helped participants push past the typical short-term engagement of most challenges and commit to a long-term exploration of movement, mindset, metabolic wellness, and community. 
• The challenge encouraged members to embrace what worked for them rather than feeling pressured to do everything perfectly. Christine highlighted how she engaged with daily readings without necessarily journaling, and Cece found value in bookmarking resources for ongoing learning.
• A significant insight for many participants was the impact of gut health on emotions and overall well-being. Learning about ultra-processed foods and tools like the Nova app will shift perspectives on nutrition and metabolic wellness.

RESOURCES:

• BariNation Website 
• Join the BariNation Membership community meetups to support you on your journey with obesity treatment. https://barination.com/pages/join-our-community
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BIOGRAPHY: 

Christine Mason

Christine Mason had Bariatric surgery in January 2021, once she fully realized that her metabolic disorder was not something she could control with restrictive dieting and excessive exercise. She joined the BariNation Membership Community in its early days and has attended at least one support group a week for 3 years and plans on keeping that commitment to herself going. In addition to running two Strategy, Marketing and Media consultancies, she also serves as the Chief Operating Officer of BariNation.

Cecilia Rouleau

Cece from NH. Lap Band 2009 to RNY March of 2023. Found BariNation listening to the Podcast. Been a member for 2 years and loving it!

Cherilyn Walker

I am an energetic wife, mother, roller coaster junkie , high school assistant principal and casting director who decided to ditch the diets and really honor my body by having VSG in November 2022. I've lost 112 lbs and am loving learning how to take good care of myself.

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