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The BariNation Podcast

BariNation Podcast

Health & Fitness

Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 299

Bariatric surgery is the most effective treatment for the disease of obesity, yet only 1% of the people who qualify for this treatment undergo a weight loss procedure. Why? Weight loss surgery can transform your life if you commit to doing the work! The BariNation Podcast deep dives into the most relevant and trending topics and issues important to pre- and post-op bariatric patients and tackles this journey's most complex and challenging parts. Join April Williams, Jason Smith, and Natalie Tierney to hear their personal WLS stories and insightful conversations with bariatric experts. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/barination/support

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12/05/2026
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Ep 213 - The Importance of Quality Movement and Maintaining Muscle Mass on the Bariatric Journey with Dr. Renee Rogers

Episode 213

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 • Duration 44:49

Have you been trying to figure out how to get back into an exercise routine post surgery and are feeling overwhelmed? Today we are joined by exercise expert, Dr. Renee Rogers to discuss what types of exercise are best post surgery and how to increase your lean muscle tissue that may have been lost after surgery. Dr. Rogers is a wealth of information and she provides excellent clarity about how to determine the best physical activity for yourself, and how to create a realistic plan for your new way of life. Tune in to learn more and get some great tips!

IN THIS EPISODE:

[1:34] Dr. Rogers introduces herself and provides her background.
[4:28] How can we quiet the media noise that’s in front of us every day?
[8:51] Dr. Rogers discusses how obesity medications work and why there is a push for movement right now
[17:18] When you lose the lean tissue, especially if it's muscle, can we gain any of that back?
[25:43] How can you determine what exercise or physical activity is best for you?
[31:55] Where do you start when it comes to movement to maintain what strength you have?
[37:24] If someone is considering having bariatric surgery or onboarding an anti obesity medication, where should they start when it comes to being active?
[41:07] Dr. Roger’s final thoughts

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

When you are carrying excess body weight, you need more lean tissue to maintain your body size, to hold up your frame, to walk every day, to feel and function. Lean tissue includes bone, muscle, organs, tendons, connective tissue, when you shed some adiposity, you will naturally shed some lean tissue also.
Every bariatric patient goes into their post op life in a completely different sport physiologically. One person’s movement level will be different than someone else’s so don’t try to follow a one size fits all program.
When getting started, tune in to what your body really needs, and what feels good, then build from that. Decide what is one thing this week that you can really prioritize in terms of new behaviors that you need to start doing, start with those and take it from there.

RESOURCES:

Dr. Rogers’ LinkedIn
Join the BariNation Membership community meetups to support you on your journey with obesity treatment - https://barination.com/pages/join-our-community
Want to see bonus content? Head over to Patreon to get more and to support the podcast for as low as $5 per month! https://www.patreon.com/BariNationPodcast

BIOGRAPHY:

Dr. Renee J. Rogers, Ph.D., FACSM, is a senior scientist at the University of Kansas Medical Center and also works as a healthy lifestyle consultant and strategist. Dr. Rogers is an expert in bio-behavioral intervention design with a focus on relevant engagement approaches that blends her 20+ years of experience working in exercise physiology, behavior change, and obesity/weight management. Her current work focuses specifically on the role of exercise and body composition with contemporary obesity treatments.

ABOUT:

If the BariNation podcast helps power your bariatric journey, become a monthly podcast supporter and help us produce the show! Visit www.barinationpodcast.com and help us support people treating the disease of obesity with humor, humility, and honesty.

About BariNation: BariNation is a bariatric educational organization on a mission to empower patients to access and utilize the tools, resources, and education needed to find and maintain personal wellness. We connect patients with the support they need, when and where they need it. BariNation produces an award-winning weekly podcast distributed on all major podcast and video platforms and hosts a support membership community that teams up with credentialed and licensed bariatric experts and clinicians.

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Ep 212 - Moving & Grooving Challenge: A Healthier, Stronger You with Busy Bariatrics

Episode 212

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 • Duration 39:44

Does the gym and movement intimidate you? We are here to tell you that with the right support and accountability you can create an amazing movement routine that helps you get strong and healthy. That’s why we have partnered with Busy Bariatrics to offer a 30 day movement challenge. This challenge will offer bodyweight and dumbbell exercises, with an emphasis on walking. Such a great way to beat the fall/winter blues and join a group of people to stay accountable on their journey. Tune in to learn more about the challenge.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[3:57] Rob explains why movement is so important.
[5:33] Kylie introduces herself and describes her journey.
[7:38] Why is community so important to your success?
[11:10] How have BariNation and Busy Bariatrics teamed up with a challenge?
[17:34] How did Jason get started with his movement journey?
[19:22] What types of services does Busy Bariatrics offer?
[23:43] We break down more about the 30 day challenge and what to expect.
[34:11] Why do we hope you’ll join the challenge?

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

If you have the right community setting around you, you put the right resources and support in place, you can get some really excellent results.
The upcoming 30 day challenge has the option of a bodyweight only challenge or a dumbbell challenge along with videos of how to do the movements.
You’re really only bound by the limits of your imagination.

RESOURCES:

My Weight is History Instagram

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Ep 203 - A Prescription to Eat After Surgery According to Drs Eric Smith & Sarah Hayak

Episode 203

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 • Duration 32:02

Are you three to six months past surgery, and finding yourself feeling more hungry? Are you starting to panic? Today we are joined by Dr. Eric Smith and Dr. Sarah Hayek from the Kentucky Bariatric Institute to discuss what is normal when it comes to your hunger cues after recovery. Many people find themselves in a panic that they can suddenly eat more, however throughout this episode you will uncover that it is completely normal and a great sign that you are experiencing hunger and fullness, which is an important sign of recovery. Tune in to understand why it’s important to eat more food, and what Dr. Smith and Dr. Hayek would say to a patient who is struggling with eating more.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[2:17] Dr. Smith introduces himself.
[3:56] Dr. Hayek introduces herself.
[5:32] What is the relationship between BariNation and Kentucky Bariatric Institute?
[6:42] What was Jason’s experience about hunger returning post surgery?
[8:33] Why do people’s capacity to eat larger amounts of food change as you recover from bariatric surgery?
[16:28] Why is it important to eat more?
[24:41] Dr. Smith’s advice to people who are concerned that they are now able to eat ½ cup to 1 cup of food.
[28:04] Dr. Hayek’s advice to the same people.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

It is normal to start feeling more hungry 3-6 months after surgery, and it’s necessary to eat more to fuel your body!
Maximizing your nutrition is a major factor in you not only losing weight, but having the best chance to maintain weight loss.
Eating high quality foods will get you fuller faster and for a longer period of time.

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114: Consistency is Key with @katie.vsg

Episode 114

Wednesday, July 13, 2022 • Duration 01:06:54

Consistency is doing what we have to do, even when we don't feel like doing it. That does not mean that we have to *hate* the way we do something. It does mean that we need to find ways of doing the things we know we need to do, in ways that meet our current lifestyle. It means we have to adopt systems, routines, and habits that fit the way we most enjoy living, instead of trying to do something that just does not fit the way we want to live.

To find consistency, we need to be open to trying new ways of doing things. When we find that we are having a hard time meeting a goal of establishing a routine, we need to look for new solutions. Our friend Katie (katie.vsg) is doing just that and we wanted to know what new things she is discovering along her bariatric journey about herself, her goals, and her life!

We just adore Katie and know you will too. Follow Katie on Instagram @katie.vsg to connect with her and learn from her journey!

If you are looking for extra layers of support along your bariatric journey from experts, clinicians, and patients just like you, join the BariNation membership community! Our support groups are led by bariatric therapists, registered dietitians, wellness coaches, and other clinicians and there are weekly opportunities to connect with patients just like you in peer-to-peer meetups and live events! Check it out! You have 14 days to try the community for free before your membership kicks in! See if the support is right for YOU.

Follow BariNation on Instagram @bari.nation for continued support aligned with your bariatric journey. Follow April @activley_april, follow Jason @tha_smithsonian_, and follow Natalie @breakingbari_ers

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113: Summer, Steady Check-In

Episode 113

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 • Duration 45:15

This summer, we are focusing on staying steadily aligned to our goals. We want to create or refine habits, systems, and routines that are not along aligned to our goals but feel automatic. Ultimately, we want to create a life we feel that we never want or need a vacation from.

April, Jason, and Natalie sat down to review their Summer, Steady goals and update each other on their progress so far. There were plenty of “ah-ha” moments and Natalie shared a brilliant meal planning system she has been using and loving. We so enjoyed catching up with each other and we know you will, too!

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112: Balancing BariLife with Rissa and Chris

Episode 112

Wednesday, June 29, 2022 • Duration 01:26:38

We hear that balance is the key to success in everything. We need to find a balance between our work and home lives. We need to find a balance between enjoying foods that are in and out of bariatric compliance. We need to balance the things we say YES to with the things we say NO to.

This is all well and good…but what does this balance actually look like, IN REAL LIFE?

In this episode, April, Jason, and Natalie sat down with two of our favorite humans in the bariatric community, Rissa and Chris Stewart. Rissa is known for her CAN DO approach to her life and Chris has established himself as the modern stylist for our community! But behind the Instagram grid, both are busy professionals who are raising 5 children and learning how to live their best bariatric lives. They offered us some amazing and useful insights into how they create and maintain balance in their lives, and what they do when they feel out of sync.

Follow Rissa on Instagram @rissarecharged and Chris @bariatric_bro

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111: Talking to Children About Obesity and Bariatric Surgery

Episode 111

Wednesday, June 22, 2022 • Duration 01:10:19

Obesity is a chronic disease that will require lifelong treatment. When you are a parent, you have an added layer of helping your children learn about obesity and be an active participant in your bariatric journey before and after surgery. This conversation can be challenging when we ourselves don’t understand the very disease we are fighting well enough to help our children understand why bariatric surgery is a needed and necessary tool for our metabolic goals.

In this episode, April, Jason, and Natalie welcome Dr. Myers, Dr. Riddle, and Heather Baum, Bariatric patients, and Bariatric Nurse Practioner to share with us their knowledge not only about obesity but how we can talk to children about obesity and bariatric surgery. As a parent, Heather has navigated these waters and continues to teach her children about obesity. Both doctors are also experts in childhood obesity and will share the most recent research and treatment options for children who themselves are battling the disease of obesity.

If you have a child in your life that you love, this episode will help you navigate these important conversations and arm yourself with the tools needed to help everyone face this disease with humor, humility, and honesty.

Connect with Dr. Myers at stephan.myers@towerhealth.org. Connect with Dr. Riddle at renee.riddle@towerhealth.org. And connect with Heather on Instagram @balanced_life_with_heatherbaum

Follow BariNation on Instagram @bari.nation for continued support aligned with your bariatric journey. Follow April , follow Jason , and follow Natalie

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110: Our Summer, Steady Goals

Episode 110

Tuesday, June 21, 2022 • Duration 55:28

For too many years, we allowed ourselves to lose our focus during the summer months. The warmer weather, the longer days, those summer vibes flipped a switch in our brains and all of our goals and aspirations went out the window.

If we want to lead a different life after surgery, we have to live a different life. We have to do things differently. And one of the things we need to do differently is SUMMER. Instead of falling off the rails this summer, we want to go Summer, Steady. We want to remain steadily aligned to our goals and create systems, habits, and routines that are not only aligned to our bariatric goals but just become a part of who we are. We want to create a life that we feel we never need a vacation from.

In this episode, April, Jason, and Natalie reflect on what their summers used to be and feel like and outline their goals and aspirations to remain Summer, Steady!

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109: Our Emotional Connections to Food with Kedric Barrett

Episode 109

Wednesday, June 15, 2022 • Duration 01:25:02

Food is nutrition. It is also a connection to our families and traditions. It is cultural and historical. It is artistic and at times, it is how we show love to one another. Can we still love, with food, after bariatric surgery?

We sat down with Kedric Barrett, one of our community’s most outspoken patients and advocates to learn how he has shifted and changed the role food plays in his family after surgery and if food still plays a role in their traditions and culture.

This conversation went deep, deeper than we expected. Ked shared with us some of his most recent struggles and how he is acknowledging what has changed and what it is doing to move through this rough patch. And how food is playing a prominent role in this struggle.

Follow Ked on Instagram @sleevedbelievethehype and check out his amazing seasoning at www.hypeseasonings.com

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108: BariParenting with Rob and Niki

Episode 108

Wednesday, June 8, 2022 • Duration 59:18

Parenting comes with its own unique challenges and roadblocks. But when you add in your own bariatric journey to the mix, things can get REALLY interesting.

Jason sat down with our friends Rob DeMideo and Niki Stryjak to talk about how their bariatric surgery has impacted their parenting. We wanted to know if surgery has changed the way they parent, the role food played in their families before surgery and if it has shifted, and how they talk to their children about obesity, body changes, and bariatric surgery.

If you care for and love littles and are a bariatric patient (or preparing to become one), this episode is for you!

Follow Niki @modernmom_vsg and Rob @my_weight_is_history on Instagram!

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