Hi Reader,
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Life after bariatric surgery is easier—and more inspiring—when you have the right support. This week, we’re bringing you expert insights, community connection, and movement for a cause:
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- 🎙 Podcast Spotlight: How obesity research helps improve obesity treatment and access to care
- đź‘ź TREO Foundation Walk: Join our virtual BariNation walk team and help support life-changing bariatric programs.
- 🏋️ Live Movement Class with Monique Coleman: Why accessable movement is important.
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Whether you’re listening, walking, or learning, there’s a way to get involved and move your bariatric journey forward this week.
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Let's dive in.
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🎙️ Every Step Counts…TREO Foundation’s “The Walk…Stomp The Stigma” with President Dr. Saniea Majid | Ep 264
🎙 Podcast Spotlight – Episode 264
Stigma is one of the heaviest burdens people with obesity carry, and it often keeps them from getting the care they deserve.
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In this week’s BariNation Podcast, Dr. Saniea Majid, bariatric surgeon and founder of the TREO Foundation, shares how TREO is fighting to end weight bias and transform the way healthcare treats obesity.
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Why You Should Watch or Listen:​
This episode is more than education; it’s a call to action. Dr. Majid explains how stigma shows up in everyday healthcare, how it harms patients, and how advocacy and community can drive real change.
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Questions Answered in This Episode:
- What is the TREO Foundation, and why does it matter for bariatric patients?
- How does weight stigma impact health and recovery?
- What can YOU do to challenge bias in your own community?
- How can advocacy improve long-term bariatric success?
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🎧 Tune in now and discover how you can help stomp out stigma.
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👉 Listen to the full episode ​
❤️ Why Your Support Matters
Every week, BariNation delivers expert-led education, safe community spaces, and hope to thousands of people navigating bariatric life.
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But we can’t do it without you.
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Your one-time or monthly recurring gift makes a big impact on our grassroots organization.
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When you donate, you’re not just giving money, you’re giving someone the tools and support to thrive after bariatric surgery.
đź‘ź Stomp the Stigma with BariNation!
We’re proud to support the TREO Foundation’s virtual walk, and we want you on our team!
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Joining is FREE and together, we’ll show the world that the bariatric community is strong, united, and unstoppable.
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👉 Join the BariNation Walk Team Here​
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Let’s step forward together and stomp the stigma. 💪
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- đź“… Date: Saturday, September 27th
- ⌚️ Time: Anytime! You choose where, when, and how you walk
- đź’¸ Cost: Free- but you can fundraise for the TREO Foundation research grants
- 🎉 Swag: If you fundraise $100, you will earn a Stomp the Stigma t-shirt! (And if that happens by September 10th, you will get a little something from BariNation in your t-shirt shipment)
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Clich HERE to ioin the BariNation Virtual Walk Team!
đź‘ź BariNation Community Spotlight
Movement is a one of BariNation's pillars of lifelong bariatric succuss and our resident fitness and movement expert Monique Coleman is showing us how fun and accessablke movmeent can be in any stage of the journey.
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Each one-hour session offers the perfect blend of conversation and light exercise, making it ideal for every fitness level. We’ll start with 30 minutes of engaging discussion, followed by 30 minutes of light weights or bodyweight movement with modifications to meet you needs.
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What to Expect:
- A welcoming and supportive atmosphere: This isn’t about intense workouts; it’s about moving your body and connecting with others.
- Simple, easy-to-follow movements: Whether you’re new to exercise or looking for a gentle way to stay active, our movements are designed to be accessible for everyone.
- Monique will guide you through each exercise, focusing on proper form and making sure you feel comfortable.
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For about $1 a day, you can tap into a fun and engaging community where you get to learn from experts in real time, connect deeply with peers, and tap into support when and where you need it.
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This class is happening on Tuesday, September 9th at 5:30 pm PST / 8:30 pm EST.
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Join the BariNation Community today and move with Monique!
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⬇️ Check out the support calendar below and join today!
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BariNation is your hub for bariatric education, connection, and long-term success. Whether you’re pre-op, post-op, or supporting someone on this journey, we’re here for you.
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With Gratitude,
April, Jason, Natalie, and the BariNation Team
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