Bariatrics and GLP-1's for Busy People with Rob DiMedio

What’s goin’ on Busy Bariatrics — we’re talkin’ about the late-night raid on the fridge that every bariatric patient knows too well. I sat down with Dana White to break down why those cravings hit hardest when the sun goes down and the willpower’s clocked out. We get into the science of hunger, the role of sleep, and how nutrition timing can make or break your evenings. But more importantly, we ta...

In this episode, I sit down with Camden Anderson to break down one of the biggest misconceptions in bariatric weight loss: it’s not just about eating less and moving more. Camden and I get real about the mindset work that separates short-term weight loss from lasting transformation — and why most patients skip it. We dive into Camden’s own fitness journey, the challenges clients face when the scal...

Get our Free Holiday Guide and 10 recipes a month for life! Every January, I see the same thing happen in the bariatric community. Big motivation. Big promises. Big burnout by February. So in this episode, I sat down with Lisa Gittleman and Kylie Hansen to talk honestly about what actually matters when you’re heading into a new year after weight loss surgery, on GLP-1s, or just exhausted from star...

In this episode of the Busy Bariatrics Podcast, I break down what actually drove the growth of Busy Bariatrics, and no, it wasn’t viral reels or chasing trends. We dig into real data from podcast analytics, listener behavior, and client engagement to show how structured systems, consistent content, and repeatable coaching processes create long term results after bariatric surgery. I talk openly ab...

In this Christmas Day episode, I get real about the week most bariatric patients and GLP-1 users sabotage without even realizing it. I talk through my own holiday patterns, the years I treated this week like a nutritional purge, the post-bariatric season where alcohol took over 22 days of my life, and the year I finally sobered up and got honest about the habits that were holding me back. I break...

Midlife can feel like a pressure cooker — career pivots, parenting chaos, and a body that doesn’t bounce back the way it used to. In this episode, I sit down with health coach Regan La Testa to pull back the curtain on the silent struggles no one talks about. We dive into the identity crises, the stress-fueled burnout, and the surprising mistakes most people make in midlife that keep them stuck. A...

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime client, Erica, to walk through her powerful transformation after bariatric surgery. Erica opens up about the challenges she faced post-surgery, the mental hurdles she had to overcome, and why joining Busy Bariatrics was the turning point in her journey. We talk about the role of community support, how nutrition and fitness helped her stay consistent, an...

GRAB OUR HOLIDAY GUIDE In this episode, I sit down with Taryl — a mom of seven — to talk about what it really takes to prioritize yourself when life never slows down. Taryl opens up about her bariatric surgery journey, the chaos of raising a big family, and how she learned to put self-care at the top of her list without the guilt. We dive into the strategies that helped her stay consistent: planni...

Grab our Free Holiday Guide! https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/m6Ot7h9hcpAMXduDEy4J I sat down with my team of bariatric coaches and we dug into how to get through Thanksgiving and the entire holiday season without derailing your weight loss after bariatric surgery. We talked about the real stuff people face this time of year… the food pressure, the family comments, the social expectatio...

GRAB OUR HOLIDAY GUIDE! https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/m6Ot7h9hcpAMXduDEy4J In this episode, I sat down with chefs Steph Mitchell and Justy Martinez to tackle one of the biggest challenges after bariatric surgery — dining out without derailing your progress. We got real about how restaurant menus can wreck your goals, why meal prep is your secret weapon, and how to handle social situa...

In this episode, I sit down with my client, Rhonda Cresie, to break down the exact strategies we use at Busy Bariatrics to create life-changing transformations. Rhonda gets raw about her struggles with weight, the emotional rollercoaster of post-surgery life, and the importance of community support when things get tough. We dive deep into the mental health work that kept her moving forward, how ac...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Connie Stapleton — one of the most respected voices in bariatric psychology — to get real about what it actually takes to transform your life after surgery. We dive into the mental and emotional work that most patients skip (and why that’s the biggest reason they struggle long-term). Connie and I talk about the role of trauma, how vulnerability accelerates heal...

What is goin on Busy Bariatrics… it’s Rob. In this episode, I open up about losing my dad suddenly and what that moment taught me about taking action before life forces your hand. We talk grief, perspective, and why waiting for the “perfect time” is how goals slip away. If you’re navigating life after bariatric surgery, rebuilding routines, or struggling to start, this one is for you. Real talk ab...

What is goin’ on Busy Bariatrics… it’s Rob DiMedio, and in this episode I’m taking you inside the chaos, cravings, and curveballs of those first 90 days after bariatric surgery. Yeah, the stretch where your stomach’s tiny, your emotions are loud, and hydration feels like a full-time job. I’m breaking down everything I wish someone had told me when I was fresh out of surgery — from how to actually...

In this episode, I sit down with Kylie Hansen to talk about the side of bariatric surgery no one warns you about — juggling motherhood, mental health, and the never-ending push for balance. Kylie opens up about her bariatric surgery journey, the brutal realities of postpartum recovery, and why mental health work is just as important as hitting your protein goals. We dive into the hot topic of GLP-...

In this episode, I sit down with Char Holmes to unpack the real side of bariatric coaching — the wins, the failures, and everything in between. Shar opens up about how vulnerability and lived experience shaped her as both a client and a coach, and why embracing failure was the turning point that changed everything. We dive deep into the tools that build confidence and lasting change: self-reflecti...

Listen… nobody reads podcast descriptions. You’re probably skimming this right now thinking “blah blah blah, just hit play.” But since you’re here — and since Google cares way more about keywords than your attention span — let’s get into it. This episode is all about how to build muscle after bariatric surgery . Not fake toning, not endless cardio sweat-fests, but real-deal progressive overload, t...

In this episode, I sit down with Mel Godfried to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build a thriving bariatric community. From running massive events like JVY to securing sponsorships and keeping a platform alive when the odds are stacked against you, we talk about the side of bariatric support no one else sees. Mel shares her personal bariatric journey and why staying connected to o...

In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Gittleman, and we go deep into her incredible transformation — from bariatric patient to one of our powerhouse Busy Bariatrics coaches. Lisa gets real about the struggles no one warns you about: navigating perimenopause, dealing with injuries, and staying consistent when life tries to knock you off track. We also dig into the secret sauce that helped her not j...

What is goin’ on Busy Bariatrics?! In this episode, I’m breaking down how to lose 20 pounds before 2026 without turning your life into a 24/7 episode of Survivor . Spoiler: it’s not about eating celery until you cry or buying another $300 gadget that promises to melt fat while you nap. I dive into the science (the real stuff, not the TikTok nonsense), share how to stop sabotaging yourself when the...

In this episode, I sit down with Lora Grabow to tackle one of the most overlooked pieces of the bariatric puzzle: your head. We’re talking about the mental and emotional work it takes to actually succeed long-term after weight loss surgery — and why skipping it can set you up for failure, even if the scale is moving at first. Lora and I dive into the tough stuff: grief, old habits, emotional relat...

In this episode, Robert DiMedio introduces Stacy Ironfield, a foundational figure in Busy Bariatrics, who shares her personal journey with bariatric surgery. Stacy discusses her struggles with health, including fatty liver disease and mobility issues, leading to her decision to undergo surgery. She reflects on her post-operative experience, emphasizing the importance of community support and the l...

In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into one of the most underrated superpowers in the bariatric world: community. I’m hanging out with Nerissa and Chris from the Bariatric Society, the dynamic duo behind those legendary retreats that leave everyone laughing, crying, and somehow doing both at the same time. We’re pulling back the curtain on how they create these life-changing experiences — fro...

In this episode, I sit down with one of my rockstar clients, Abby Coffin, to talk about what it really looks like to balance bariatric success with a high-powered career and family life. Abby is a full-time executive, a mom, and someone who knows what it feels like to be pulled in a hundred directions at once — and still found a way to make her health a priority. We get into everything: how she us...

What is goin’ on Busy Bariatrics?! In this episode, I’m joined by Megan Moore — a post-op dietitian who actually gets it (no, she’s not gonna tell you to eat plain chicken and cry through your macros). We dive into why muscle building is the real main character after bariatric surgery — not the scale drama you keep starring in. We get into: Why protein isn’t just a number — it’s your ticket to kee...