Hold Up Weight

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam recap season 1 of Hold Up Weight. We talk about some of our favorite moments, what we've learned & what's coming up next for the podcast! While we are on break for the holidays, we are celebrating Britt's one year anniversary 12/3/21. We're celebrating by doing a walk/run challenge. Copy the link and join us for the month of December. https://nikerunning.app.link/iAnx5XXE4kb Also we are releasing some our past episodes in video format on Hold Up Weight's YouTube. https://youtube.com/channel/UCut2afz4uSWC2Jtu7CExqpA We will see you all at the top of 2022. Follow us on IG so you don't miss anything we having coming up @holdupweightpodcast

This week Britt and Sam talk about some regrets and obstacles we have dealt with after VSG. Having surgery is a serious decision and not everyone's journey is rainbows and butterflies. We tell you some things we have experienced that aren't so fun and how we've push though.

This week Britt and Sam sit down with Lynn and talk about her plus size boutique Boujee Katt. We all know as plus size woman it can be difficult to find affordable on trend clothing. We talk to Lynn about her about her experience starting a boutique in the mist of a pandemic. How she approaches plus size women to shop with her, what her must have piece of clothing is and soooo much more.

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam talk about the fear of getting too small. After loosing weight naturally or though WLS something you will hear is don't get too small. Or I want the surgery but I don't want to get too skinny. We talk about the fear and how feel about that statement in general.

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam talk to a childhood friend turned entrepreneur Lynn. Lynn was recently married and lost a ton of weight naturally for her big day. We talk to Lynn about the pressures of losing weight for her big day, finding her dream dress as a plus size bride and finding flattering dresses for an all plus size bridal party. Also the aftermath of loosing weight for a wedding, now that the wedding's over what comes next?

This week Britt and Sam talk about the best practices for traveling while plus size. We love to travel and sometimes it can be intimidating to ask for a seatbelt extender or sit in the middle seat. This week we talk about ways to make flying enjoyable and comfortable. Once you get to your destination the hotel robe won't fit or the towel won't close. No problem We got you covered! This weeks we're talking all things travel.

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam talk about the idea of perfection and how that can affect you mental health. If your loosing weight though surgery or naturally. Your "goal" weight or size can change and that is ok. We talk about comparing yourself to other and setting realistic goals while you go though this process.

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam talk about sex, drugs and alcohol after weight loss surgery.  Sex...How long did we wait? Was there any pain? Have we tried any new positions? Drugs...this is a big one for the WLS community. Addiction is something that a lot of people deal with postop. We talk about what drugs we've done and if there is any difference in how they effect us after WLS. Alcohol...how liquor effects you after WLS? How much we can tolerate post surgery compared to pre surgery?   This was a fun episode to record but remember transfer of addiction is very common in the weight loss community. Please listen with care.

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam talk to Tevin. A plus size male model who's smashing all kind of barriers. We talk to Tevin about breaking into a very fatphobic industry. The struggles of trying to loose weight and finding a trainer. Also how he feels about nude modeling and how he celebrates his body.

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam discuss some summer first, Britt's 1st summer under 300lbs in many many years, Sam's 1st summer being single and sleeved. How are we handling these milestones in their life while trying to be a HOT auntie? Britt and Sam of course talk about what's happening in their dating life, being catfished and who they've been dating over the summer. Did the pandemic slow them down?

This week Britt and Sam talk to Randi. She is in the process of getting the gastric bypass. We talk about the the bypass pre-op process, the importance of finding the right doctor, and why she choose the bypass over the sleeve. In this episode we talk to Randi about some childhood traumas and how she woke up with a busted lip after her endoscopy. 

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam answer some listener letters. Making the decision to have any kind of “elective” surgery is a big deal. Britt and Sam are here to answer all your questions. This week we answer some listener questions. We are answering everything from dealing with weight loss stalls to constipation and everything in between. Email us at holdupweight@gmail.com if you didn't hear your question on this episode.

On this weeks episode Britt & Sam talk to James. James is a transgender man who's weight has always been an issue. He recently lost about 50 lbs and had top removal surgery. We talk to James about his coming out story, finding love, and how he feels about his body now. This weeks conversation is for anyone who has struggled with loving the body they were born with. James is a great example of strength & perseverance to live as your authentic self!

On the weeks episode Britt and Sam discuss the 21day challenge. We did this challenge in the middle of our "lukewarm summer", birthday's, weddings and traveling. Hear how picker eater one and two dealt with the meal plans and trying new foods. We discuss the workouts, the support group and how we navigated the 21 days.

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam discuss how much is too much to share on our weight loss journey? Sam reveals her super power...VSGdar! We talk about celebrities who have lost weight naturally and via bariatric surgery. Do you think celebrities and influencers owe their fans an explanation on their weight loss? We're talking about all your favorite plus size men and women in the industry!

This week Britt and Sam talk to their first male guest Johnny...  The ladies ask him everything about dating and admiring big/curvy women. Is it taboo to be the chubby chaser in a group of men? Does it matter to men if you have sex on the first date? Does size determine the kind of date you take a women on? Can women be too aggressive? Johnny has strong opinions and views, it was a very insightful conversation. 

One this weeks episode Britt and Sam talk about milestones. Sam celebrates 5 years post-op and Britt celebrated 6 months when recorded now 7 months post-op. We discuss some dietary rules we've broken post VSG. Can we eat more food now that we're further out? Did our craving for sugar and unhealthy food come back?

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam talk to the lingerie guru Shamair about all things undergarments! As a former manager at a high end retailer Shamair knows all things about bras, panties and those good old girdles! The ladies talk about everything from how to support saggy skin to wearing panties when you workout.

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam sit down with the fabulous influencer and entrepreneur LaToya! The girls discuss how to love your body, changes in the plus size fashion industry and what it means to be body natural. We also dive into dating issues, how to get a man to date you on your terms and what happens when you see that infamous gold wrapper.

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam talk to personal trainer and fitness model Bianca Hopes. Bianca was once over 220lbs & if you see her now you would never know! We discuss the Keto diet, using detox tea and phentermine. What should you look for in a personal trainer and when/if you should tell your trainer you had bariatric surgery.

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam go back and forth discussing some funny weight loss truths and debunking some common misconceptions. Do you know... How many calories you burn from kissing? What are some places on your body you cant gain weight? Listen to this episode to hear what Britt and Sam have to say about these questions and more!

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam discuss living in the world that is not made for overweight individuals.  We give our thoughts on some common phrases like "fat and lazy",  "big girls are easy" and being 'BIG boned". We also talk about some interesting facts regarding weight limits and mixed weight couples. 

On this weeks episode Britt and Sam talk about their dating life or lack thereof...We also introduce a new segment called WEIGHT University. Britt and Sam take you to school as they discuss some myths, facts and preconceived notions about dating while plus size.  Britt and Sam talk about online dating, foods to order on a date so your comfortable and don't feel like your wasting food or being judged. Also some dating alternatives to the traditional dinner and drinks scenario. When should you update your online profile picture and more. 

Being a combined weight of over 600 pounds did not happen over night. On this weeks episode Britt and Sam discuss the food and lifestyle choices that made them morbidly obese. They also talk about their unique food aversions and some very fat yet satisfying food combinations.

**BONUS EPISODE** This week Britt and Sam discuss the crazy VSG per-op diet and how to survive. Did we cheat? Should you cheat? Also we talk things we wish we knew and mistakes we made while going though our pre-op diet.

On this episode Britt and Sam discuss VSG, diets and why the podcast started. Follow the podcast on Instagram @holdupweightpodcast.

A short preview of Britt and Sam talking about the pre-op diet!