What is a Bariatric Coach? Your Guide to Specialised Support Pre and Post Surgery
The journey through bariatric surgery is life-changing, but it can also be overwhelming. That's where a Bariatric Coach comes in – we're specialised health professionals who provide personalised support, guidance, and expertise to individuals before and after bariatric surgery.
More Than Just a Fitness Trainer
As a Bariatric Coach, I offer comprehensive support that goes beyond standard nutrition and exercise advice. My role is to be your dedicated partner throughout your weight loss journey, understanding the unique challenges and requirements of bariatric surgery patients.
What We Do:
Pre-Surgery Support
Help you prepare mentally and physically for surgery
Guide you through required lifestyle changes
Assist with pre-surgery diet requirements (in coordination with your clinical team and bariatric dietitian)
Develop healthy habits that will support your post-surgery success
Address concerns and questions about the journey ahead
Post-Surgery Guidance
In dialogue with your clinical team and dietitian, help create customised nutrition plans that align with post-surgery requirements
Design safe and effective exercise programs adapted to your stage of recovery
Monitor progress and help you stay accountableProvide emotional support during your transformation
Help you navigate challenging situations and prevent setbacks
Long-Term Success Planning
Develop sustainable lifestyle strategies
Help you build a healthy relationship with food
Create maintainable exercise routines
Support you in reaching and maintaining your goal weight
Guide you through social and emotional challenges
Why Work with a Bariatric Coach?
The success of bariatric surgery largely depends on your ability to maintain lifestyle changes. As your coach, I provide:
Specialised Knowledge: Understanding of bariatric surgery requirements and restrictions having studied the area and also going through my own bariatric surgery journey
Personalised Attention: Custom plans tailored to your specific needs and goals
Consistent Support: Regular check-ins and adjustments to your program
Safe Progress: Exercise and nutrition guidance that considers your surgery and recovery
Accountability: Someone to celebrate victories with and help you through challenges
The Difference Professional Support Makes
Research shows that patients who receive ongoing professional support after bariatric surgery are more likely to:
Maintain their weight loss long-term
Develop sustainable healthy habits
Experience fewer complications
Feel more confident in their journey
Successfully navigate lifestyle changes
Ready to Transform Your Journey?
Working with a Bariatric Coach means you don't have to navigate this significant life change alone. Together, we can create a clear path to achieving your health and wellness goals, while ensuring you have the support and guidance needed for long-term success.
Remember, bariatric surgery is a tool – but it's the changes you make in your daily life that create lasting results. As your Bariatric Coach, I'm here to help you make those changes successfully and sustainably.
Book your FREE discovery call with me now and see how we can work together.
