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86. From Surgery to Start Line: A Bariatric Triathlete's Journey with Melissa Gonzalez

86. From Surgery to Start Line: A Bariatric Triathlete's Journey with Melissa Gonzalez

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Bariatric Triathlete Melissa Gonzalez, also known as @loopybiker.loses.it on IG. We discussed:

  • How Melissa evolved into a triathlete after bariatric surgery
  • What are the distances in a sprint triathlon
  • How Melissa trained for the triathlon
  • Nutrition strategies before, during, and after a triathlon
  • Advice for someone wanting to get started in triathlon training

How to follow Melissa:

Instagram: @loopybiker.loses.it

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