Transform Your Life with Teresa and Tonya
Transform Your Life with Teresa & Tonya is a heartfelt and inspiring podcast that chronicles the personal journeys of two friends, Teresa and Tonya, who have dramatically changed their lives through bariatric surgery. With a focus on weight loss, wellness, and the ups and downs of life before and after surgery, this podcast offers a unique blend of personal stories, expert advice, and supportive tips for those considering or navigating the path of weight transformation.
Each episode features discussions on topics ranging from the emotional aspects of weight loss and the importance of mental health to practical advice on nutrition, exercise, and navigating social situations.
This podcast is more than just a weight loss podcast; it's a community where listeners can find motivation, encouragement, and understanding. Whether you're curious about bariatric surgery, in the midst of your own weight loss journey, or looking for ways to support a loved one, Teresa and Tonya invite you to join them in transforming your life, one episode at a time.
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Transform Your Life with Teresa and Tonya
From 406 Pounds to Marathon Mindset: Mannie Stewart’s Radical Transformation
In this heartfelt episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya sit down with Mannie Stewart—a powerhouse in the weight loss community whose incredible journey from 406 pounds to marathon runner is both raw and deeply inspiring. Mannie shares how childhood trauma shaped her relationship with food, how she found the courage to pursue bariatric surgery, and why her transformation has been far from linear.
With honesty and vulnerability, Mannie opens up about emotional eating, dealing with post-op complications, and navigating life as a mother, wife, and runner. She explains how movement became her therapy and running became her revolution—showing that healing isn’t just physical, but mental and emotional, too.
Mannie’s story is a powerful reminder that transformation isn’t about perfection—it’s about persistence. Whether you’re facing your first walk around the block or recovering from surgery, this episode will move you to take the next brave step.
Key Topics Covered:
- How childhood trauma can influence weight and self-worth
- The realities of weight loss surgery and the journey beyond the "honeymoon phase"
- What it’s like to run 50 miles a week—and how it became her mental health anchor
- Navigating complications and setbacks with plastic surgery
- Embracing vulnerability and finding purpose through community
- The difference between existing and truly living
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