In this heart-to-heart episode of the Former Fat Friend podcast, we spotlight our incredible host, Allie, who has shed over 150 pounds with the help of gastric bypass surgery. A year into her new life, Allie shares the raw and real details of her weight loss journey, starting from her athletic childhood (she's a former Division 1 swimmer!) to the profound self-advocacy that led her to surgery.

Allie candidly discusses the complexities of growing up feeling larger than her peers, her family's history with weight struggles, and the pivotal moment she decided to take control of her health for the sake of her children. She recounts the pre and post-op challenges, the emotional rollercoaster, and the unexpected joys of rediscovering her body's capabilities.

As she navigates the post-surgery world, Allie's story is a testament to the power of resilience. From relearning how to trust her body's hunger cues to finding a sustainable balance between diet, exercise, and mental health, her journey is nothing short of inspiring.

Join us as Allie opens up about the mental shift from weight loss to working out for mental health, her strategies for maintaining her new weight, and the ongoing process of building trust with herself. It's a raw look at the life-changing effects of bariatric surgery and the continuous path to self-improvement.

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Don't miss out on the next episode where we dive into another transformative story that's sure to motivate and encourage anyone on their journey to a healthier self.