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Understanding Food Addiction
In the world of medical doctors, psychologists, psychiatrists and other medical and mental health professionals, there’s a debate, of course, about the concept of “food addiction.” Without question,...
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Exercising with Limited Mobility
As a certified personal trainer, you can imagine how important I believe exercise is for your health. Many patients complain that their weight has prohibited them from being as active as they should...
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Quick Introduction to Cardio Exercises
Before we get into an introduction to cardio exercises, there are three main types of exercises: strength training, cardio, and stretching. Each of these is unique in their own way and are essential...
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The Importance of Warming Up
Quick! You only have 30 minutes to get a good sweat session in before heading to work. What do you do: A) Jump right into your workout or B) take 5 minutes to loosen your joints and get your heart rate...
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10 Tips for Finding the Motivation to Workout
Let’s be honest—the most daunting part of working out is the thought of working out. For most people, finding time to hit the gym means waking up at the crack of dawn to go before work or finding the...
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Finding the Best Time to Workout
We have all heard fitness professionals talk about the “best time to workout” yet do they really know when we should be hitting the gym? Finding that perfect time to work out is more of a personal...
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5 Tips for Managing Cravings
We all experience food cravings—and it seems as though the times we are trying to eat healthy and lose weight, the cravings intensify. Can anyone relate? Managing cravings after weight loss surgery can...
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How Low Intensity Workouts Can Help You Burn Fat (and More)
You probably read this title and thought to yourself, “What the heck is LISS?”. LISS stands for low-intensity steady-state and is a form of cardio exercise in which you exert a steady amount of energy...
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How to Burn More Calories in Less Time with HIIT
High-intensity interval training, more casually known as HIIT, is becoming a more popular exercise because of its high effectiveness and little time required. In 2017, HIIT was among the top fitness...
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The Pilates Technique to Building Muscle
Unlike high-intensity interval training, pilates is a form of exercise that reduces the impact on the joints through slow and controlled movements. Pilates is great for strengthening your muscles,...
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Yoga for Bariatric Patients
I think it is safe to say that we all desire to find our inner peace and zen. And you may be able to achieve just that by practicing yoga—a mind and body practice that dates back to 5,000 years ago....
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Fasted vs Fed Cardio: Which if Better for Fat Loss?
Exercise is a very important part of living a healthy lifestyle and is recommended to many of our patients as it promotes weight loss, preserves your muscle mass, and improves your mood. But is it true...
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Exercise for Weight Loss: Cardio vs. Weight Training
As I prepare to become a certified personal trainer, I am asked by many patients how to exercise for weight loss. There is a common belief that cardio is the way to go if you are looking to torch those...
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How to Create a Workout Routine for Beginners
The gym can be an intimidating place, especially for those patients who haven’t worked out since high school gym class. And the idea of jumping into a workout routine is a scary thought. “What if I...
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7 Simple Habits That Will Keep You Healthy
We all want to be healthier, but knowing how can be challenging. There is too much conflicting advice out there, and too many fads, miracle cures, and wellness trends to keep track of. On the opposite...
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The Bariatric Patient’s Guide to a Healthy Christmas
We are halfway through December and as much as you may hate to admit it, you have probably slipped up a few times on your healthy eating and exercise regimen. But before you fall too far off the wagon,...
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How Walking Can Help You Lose Weight
Exercise after bariatric surgery is important to ensure you maintain your weight loss and can help you achieve the body you have dreamed of. If you have been relatively inactive in the past, the...
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Why Sleep is Good for Your Health
How often have you asked someone how they are doing and they respond by saying, “busy”? We live in a time when being busy is cool. Busy means making time for work, errands, family obligations, and of...
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How to Stay Healthy with the Coronavirus Outbreak
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning Americans about the spread of the coronavirus (officially called the Covid-19) in the U.S. So we wanted to take a pause from our regular...
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8 Tips to Stay Healthy When Working From Home
As coronavirus continues to spread across the country, many employees are working from home. Although there are advantages to not having to go into the office—like never having to get out of your...
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How to Workout from Home + Free Bariatric Home Fitness Guide
We have all been spending a lot of time at home lately as a result of the COVID-19 Shelter-in-Place orders. With gyms closed and some public parks, it can be challenging to motivate yourself to workout...
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Post Bariatric Tips for Incorporating Strength Training into Your Workout...
Do you want to reduce body fat, increase lean muscle mass, and burn calories more efficiently? Strength training, here we come! There are many post bariatric surgery tips, and one that is extremely...
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Why You Should Train and Not Workout
The alarm goes off at 5:15 AM. I drudgingly roll out of bed (after snoozing for 15 minutes) and slip into my workout clothes. As I lace up my sneakers, I think of every excuse not to go to the gym—”I...
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Heart Rate Zone Training for Fat Loss and Improved Health
Your heart is one of the most important muscles in your body. Although many people don’t look at it as a muscle because they can not artificially see it. Following heart rate zone training during...
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5 Easy Cardio Workouts You Can Do at Home
Today, we’re back with a list of cardio workouts you can do at home to get your sweat on! Whatever your fitness goals – losing weight, toning, coming back from an injury – these workouts will get your...
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How to Curb Sugar Cravings After Bariatric Surgery
Halloween is a season of candy and sugared goodies. And as a patient, this can be quite frightful if you are unable to overcome those sugar cravings after bariatric surgery. It can be hard to resist...
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How Habits Work and How to Change Your Unhealthy Behavior
We all have numerous healthy daily habits, which (hopefully) include things like showering, brushing teeth, eating meals at regular times, and washing our hands after using the bathroom (especially now...
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How to Make Healthy Habits Stick
When looking into how to make habits stick, you need to understand the basics of habit formation. You consciously choose a behavior that you want to make part of your life without having to overthink...
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8 Healthy Habits to Lose Weight
We have seen many patients want to lose weight and avoid weight regain. But for that same amount of time, we have heard patients said they they don’t know how. What works is following a set of...
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Beginner’s Guide to Exercise as a Bariatric Patient
Incorporating physical activity into your daily routine has many benefits, including aiding in weight loss, alleviating joint pain, and improving your mood. If you are new to working out, you may feel...
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6 Steps to a Better Night’s Sleep for Better Health
Sleep is the foundation of nearly every aspect of your health, from your focus, your mood, your energy levels, and your correlation to diseases. So not only is it essential to get enough sleep each...
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6 Easy Ways to Detox at Home
A detox can help you feel refreshed, boost your energy, and reset your body as you head into summer. And, luckily, you can do so at home. Here are some easy ways you can detox in the comfort of your...
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How to Lose Weight Without Exercise After Bariatric Surgery
After bariatric surgery, strenuous exercise can be very challenging depending on your mobility. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t lead a healthy life. Thankfully, there are ways you can lose weight...
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Health is Not A Luxury: 3 Tips for a Healthier Mind and Body
Being healthy isn’t something reserved simply for those with a high bank balance. While you do have to invest in yourself, managing your weight, lowering stress levels, and treating your body well...
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10 Tips to Help You Find the Motivation to Workout
Exercise is essential for keeping your body moving and functioning, especially after bariatric surgery. Several studies show that the body was designed to move and works best when it is active;...
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Bariatric Physical Therapy: 2 Important Things to Know
Bariatric physical therapy is crucial to the whole process of weight loss surgery. Research shows that patients who undergo bariatric surgery need a consistent source of physical activity counseling,...
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Why Eating Too Fast After Bariatric Surgery Negatively Affects Your Health
Eating too fast after bariatric surgery can be bad for your health. It’s not just about how much you eat, but the pace you eat that can affect your overall diet and weight loss goals. One essential...
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Tips to Overcome Emotional Eating after Bariatric Surgery
Emotional eating after bariatric surgery is a common problem, especially in individuals who struggle with food addiction. Many research studies have found the link between emotions and binging on...
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The Science of Food Addictions
Studies have confirmed that food addictions are real and can lead to obesity due to uncontrolled eating. The science of food addictions is easily explained as a loss of control when it comes to eating...
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The Science Behind Sugar Cravings
Constant sugar cravings can be frustrating if you are trying to eat healthier after bariatric surgery. There is a science behind sugar cravings, which can be explained based on our hormones and blood...
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8 Tips to Manage Cravings after Bariatric Surgery
Food cravings after bariatric surgery are normal, but they can be pretty frustrating when trying to adhere to a healthy diet. The good news is that cravings are almost always a result of some chemical...
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When Can I Start Exercising after Bariatric Surgery?
Exercise is an important component of helping you lose weight after weight loss surgery. Exercising after bariatric surgery is also critical in maintaining that weight loss long-term. Patients eager to...
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The Impact of Stress on the Gut in Bariatric Patients
The impact of stress on the gut, particulary in bariatric patients can be extremely detrimental to long term health. Stress is a biological response that can wreak havoc on our bodies and minds. While...
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Understanding the Impact of Stress on Digestive Health
In our fast-paced lives, stress has become an almost constant companion. It creeps into our daily routines, affecting not only our mental well-being but also our physical health. One area where stress...
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Genetic Study Points to Oxytocin Treatment for Obesity
Obesity is a significant health challenge that affects millions of people worldwide. Recent research has highlighted a promising new avenue: oxytocin treatment for obesity. This “love hormone,”...
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Mindful Eating for Weight Loss: Techniques to Support Healthy Habits
In today’s fast-paced world, many of us eat while distracted—whether it’s in front of the TV, scrolling through our phones, or rushing through meals between tasks. This mindless way of eating can...
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Exercise After Bariatric Surgery: Best Practices and Tips
Bariatric surgery is a life-changing procedure that helps many people lose weight and improve their overall health. But surgery is just one piece of the puzzle. After the procedure, maintaining a...
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How to Make Lasting New Year’s Resolutions
The start of a new year brings hope and motivation, especially for those on a weight-loss journey after bariatric surgery. New Year’s resolutions can be a powerful tool for setting goals, but creating...
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Get Back on Track After Holiday Eating
The holiday season is filled with delicious meals, festive treats, and social gatherings that make it easy to overindulge. If you’ve strayed from your bariatric goals, don’t worry—you’re not alone. The...
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