How to maintain weight loss after losing 170 lbs | LifeLONG

Losing 170 pounds requires more than just a physical transformation; it demands a complete psychological overhaul. In this episode, Ethan and Lisa explore the unvarnished reality of extreme bariatric weight loss, starting with the failure of a lap band procedure and the transition to a highly successful Roux-en-Y gastric bypass.(00:00) How switching from a failed lap band to gastric bypass resulted in a 170-pound loss(01:47) Did gastric bypass surgery cause any long-term medical complications or vagus nerve issues?(03:47) Is weight maintenance harder or easier when managing perimenopause at age 50?(06:26) Navigating the unexpected reality of loose skin and undergoing four removal surgeries(08:42) Why DEXA scans reveal the last 10 stubborn pounds are often just newly gained muscle(12:00) How extreme bodybuilding preparation diets cause lasting psychological scale obsession(14:11) Balancing strict calorie cutting with the enjoyment of dining out during maintenance(17:45) The mental breaking point of hitting 320 pounds and facing public criticism(20:06) Why lap band surgery fails when patients refuse to give up binge eating habits(22:07) Reframing fitness goals from avoiding an early death to actively choosing life(24:17) Why visualizing successful habits prevents a return to daily bad habits like diet soda(26:19) How to soothe emotional grief and stress through meditation instead of food(28:05) Why creatine monohydrate is the most scientifically backed supplement for muscle energy and cognitive function(33:47) How to stop resenting naturally skinny friends who lack internal food noise(36:35) How to handle the discomfort of seeing your heavier self in old photographs(40:12) Which books provide the best frameworks for understanding nutrition and breaking dietary habits?(45:30) The benefits of seven-minute AMRAPs, dry-scooping creatine, and choosing a lasagna last mealWant to be on a future episode? Register here to join the conversation: 2way.tv/ethanDon't forget to subscribe to the YouTube for clips, full episodes, and more!Lastly, you can send questions to ethansupleeshow@2way.tv and we will ask them on the show.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.