We have another fantastic episode for you this week! We know what it can feel like to experience overwhelm when it comes to exercise and movement after your bariatric surgery, so we brought on JJ Rodriguez, an expert in this space. JJ talks about how to approach a fitness, health and movement routine, what the differences between the three are, and what is going to be most impactful. He describes how to create goals that align with what you are trying to do, and why one person’s fitness routine isn’t the answer for the next person. Tune in for a wealth of knowledge from JJ and walk away with some great tips to get you started on your journey.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• [1:56] JJ Rodriguez introduces himself.

• [5:20] How does JJ reframe exercise to have a positive connotation?

• [11:50] True or False? Exercise will not help bariatric patients lose a significant amount of weight after surgery?

• [17:41] Why is the scale going up when you are working out so hard?

• [23:41] Why should you exercise?

• [30:01] JJ explains why movement should always be goal based.

• [31:28] What is a prescribed exercise?

• [35:48] What are the three different buckets that people fall into on the exercise spectrum?

• [41:39] Should you do cardio after your weight training session?

• [45:49] How do you shift your focus as life events shift?

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Fitness happens in the gym, weight loss happens in the kitchen.

• The prime reason to exercise is to move it or lose it. The quality of life and functioning is the prime reason we should move.

• Identifying your goals is the most important thing, because it helps depict what your exercise plan should be.

• You must move every day and find consistency with your routine to see the changes in your health and life.

RESOURCES:

• JJ Rodriguez's Twitter

• 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:

I'm JJ Rodriquez, a Clinical Exercise Professional out of Methodist Hospital in Texas that’s worked in obesity medicine for 10 years. When not at work I love being with my family, exploring and performing new challenges, and volunteering with near and dear local organizations.

ABOUT:

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