Bariatric NextStep Program
Designed Specifically for those 12 months post-op and beyond!
This program addresses all the challenges you face further down the line! Get back on track, reverse regain, change body composition (lose fat, gain muscle), learn how to live in maintenance + optimize results on a GLP-1 medication.
Our focus during this phase:
Refocus on yourself and this journey - feel positive about your plan and direction.
Break stalls and reverse regain - we can get the weight loss moving again if you’re stuck!
Work on changing body composition and building muscle and strength!
Optimize your results on a GLP-1 medication (and manage side effects)
Calm hunger + cravings and finally achieve your goals!
Learn how to maintain your weight loss, for real this time.
The Bariatric NextStep Program
Do you feel like the instruction manual ended at your first year post?
Get the support you need to navigate this NEXT phase!
Bariatric NextStep supports you further out in the journey so you can get back on track, finally meet your goal, change body composition and build strength, and learn to live in maintenance. We've got this!
The Bariatric NextStep program is a four-month nutrition and exercise coaching program which is enough time to create our plan and make sure our plan is working.
Inside you'll get:
1:1 Personalized Coaching (60-minute) Session
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Work directly with Dana in a video session to create a nutrition and exercise plan designed specifically for your goals and phase of this journey.
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This is very detailed. We'll talk about: protein, fluids, portions, food textures, hunger, cravings, food noise, meal timing + spacing, digestion (yep, this is important!), vitamins, sleep, exercise, movement, strength training, your target weight, body composition, and your specific goals.
Customized Meal Plan
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You'll receive a customized and detailed meal plan that meets your protein targets, adds variety, and helps you meet your goals.
Ongoing Messaging Support
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Unlimited text messaging for questions, guidance, and support whenever you need it!
Weekly Live (and recorded) Coaching Calls
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Hop on the coaching call every Tuesday night 3:30p PST/6:30p EST and join Dana live for questions, discussions, + education. Set yourself up for success each week as you move forward in your journey.
Weekly Accountability Messages
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Do you need accountability to make it happen? Dana will message you each week for updates on your nutrition + exercise progress. She is invested in you and will hold you accountable so you see results.
Fresh Support Each Week!
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Weekly meal plans, bariatric friendly recipes, exercise support and more inside our own coaching app.
Community Support
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Access the supportive community of ladies who are also post-op. You're never doing this alone ❤️
ADDITIONAL 1:1 SUPPORT AVAILABLE
If you'd like more individualized support, ongoing 1:1 nutrition coaching sessions can be added to The Bariatric Jumpstart Program. We can meet monthly, every other week, or even weekly in video sessions together. After you apply, I'll help you determine which option fits you best.
Want to talk it over with Dana?
Book a call to chat about the Bariatric NextStep Program
and see if it's a good fit for you!
Guest Speakers
Joey Bonavota, MS, EP
Bariatric Exercise Physiologist
Joey holds a Master's Degree in Exercise Science and has been working directly with bariatric surgery patients for more than 15 years. He will share his wealth of exercise knowledge and help you determine when and how to add cardio and strength training. Joey will answer your post-op exercise and fitness questions and help take your exercise routine to the next level!
Laura Flusche
of @fluscheeitaway
Laura is a true inspiration, sharing her bariatric surgery journey openly and honestly, and reminding you that "you can do it too!". Laura had the SADI procedure in 2021, has lost more than 270 pounds, and is actively maintaining her weight loss. Laura was a private client and participated in the Bariatric Jumpstart program. Now I am grateful to call her a friend. She will answer your questions about her bariatric and plastic surgery journeys.
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Client Success Stories
"The best experience of my life! From the beginning, Dana put me at ease and is SO positive even when I’m feeling like a failure in this new direction in my life. She is so kind and goes way beyond the call of duty!
I would 1,000 percent recommend working with Dana to others!!! A million times over, she has changed my life! Dana was the answer to my prayers in finding the right foods for me because I just felt alone after my surgery and didn’t know who to turn to. I was so discouraged. I saw her on Instagram, and after watching some of her videos, I knew she was the one who could help me on this journey."
Debbie, Jumpstart Program Participant
Omg!! This program has been life-changing, seriously! I was telling my husband it should be mandatory for everyone to take this class. My surgery center was great for surgery, and that sort of thing, but ideas and guidance on food, nutrition, meals, and what to expect are in no way helpful. I felt completely lost and felt like I was going to fail. This has given me so much confidence and belief in myself that I can do this! Thank you, Dana!
Krystal, Jumpstart Program Participant
This program has been so helpful for me!! I feel more confident in my bariatric journey. Your knowledge and support have been amazing, Dana! I've learned a lot about making good nutrition choices, and I really value the support on the Zoom Coaching Calls. Honestly, it's been just what I needed!