In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed certified personal trainer and bariatric athlete Marilyn Clark, also known as @bodybymarilyn on IG. We discussed:

• How Marilyn changes a program for a bariatric client just beginning with resistance training
• How to adjust your training if you have a body composition goal in mind
• How to prevent injury and overtraining in your programming
• How to gauge when it's appropriate to increase weights or reps or sets
• Is it important to track your reps/sets to see progress in your training?
• How Marilyn adjusts training for menopausal females experiencing fatigue
• How Marilyn coaches someone through a plateau and what to change

How to follow and work with Marilyn:

Instagram: @bodybymarilyn

TikTok: @bodybymarilyn

Website: Offtheplatemc.com

Let me know what you thought of the episode!

To learn more about my new 6-week program, Bariatric STRONG which will open again September 29th, 2025, click HERE to join the waitlist as space is limited and will fill up fast!

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

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss:

• Why reactive hypoglycemia happens after bariatric surgery
• How to spot the difference from dumping syndrome
• Nutrition strategies to keep blood sugar steady & energy stable
• Fueling tips for before, during, and after workouts so you don’t crash mid-training
• Why working with your PCP, surgeon, or endocrinologist and a Registered Dietitian is key in managing this condition

Let me know what you thought of the episode!

To learn more about my new 6-week program, Bariatric STRONG which will open again September 29th, 2025, click HERE to join the waitlist as space is limited and will fill up fast!

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

In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric bodybuilder, Ana Claro, also known as @bananasplit_gettinfit on IG. We discussed:

• How Ana used her Crossfit workouts to gain strength and muscle mass
• Why Ana decided to compete in a transformation show this summer
• How Ana fueled for gaining muscle and to prepare for a show
• How Ana transitioned back into a regular eating pattern and adapted her mindset after her shows
• Ana's advice for how to get started with gaining muscle

Where to follow Ana:

Instagram: @bananasplit_gettinfit

Let me know what you thought of the episode!

To learn more about my new 6-week program, Bariatric STRONG which will open again September 29th, 2025, click HERE to join the waitlist as space is limited and will fill up fast!

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