Transformation Weight Control Podcast
Welcome to the weekly Transformation Weight Control Podcast! We’ve been helping people lose weight for over 25 years. Before that, in the 44th year of my career, I’ve been deeply involved in creating and directing leading evidence-based, medically supervised weight loss programs and research at hospitals and clinics in New York City. Our mission—with both TWC and this podcast—is to deliver the most up-to-date, trustworthy, and relevant information available. We all know that health and weight loss information online can be overwhelming and often unreliable. That won’t be the case here. Together with my co-host Alex Tushinsky, we’ll speak with true experts in their fields. Our goal is to bring you accurate, evidence-based conversations you can trust—and that will help you make informed decisions for losing weight, keeping it off, and your health, just like what we’ve always done at TWC. We’re excited to share this journey with you and are committed to bringing you nothing but the truth about what really works. If there’s a topic you’d like us to explore, let us know—we’re here for you. We look forward to bringing these podcasts to you! Rich Weil Founder and Director, Transformation Weight Control www.transformationweightcontrol.com rich@transformationweightcontrol.com
Episodes
In this episode of the Transformation Weight Control podcast, hosts Rich and Alex engage with Dr. Robyn Pashby, a Clinical and Medical Health Psychologist, to discuss the complex interplay between living with obesity, as well as the connection between obesity stigma/bias and physical and mental health. They explore the trauma associated with living with the chronic disease of obesity and how emotional eating is one of the ways we l...
In this episode, Rich and Alex speak with Dr. Megan Pietrucha, a clinical and sports psychologist and member of the Transformation Weight Control team, who explores the intricate relationship between weight loss and performance enhancement through the lens of sports psychology. They discuss the importance of mindset, the role of willpower, and the psychological characteristics that athletes and individuals seeking weight loss share...
In this episode, Rich and Alex discuss the complexities of body composition with Dr. Dympna Gallagher, Ed.D. They emphasize the importance of understanding the differences between fat and muscle, particularly visceral fat's health risks. They explore various methods for measuring body composition, the role of exercise in weight management and body composition, and the implications of new GLP-1 medications for weight loss. The...
In this episode of the Transformation Weight Control Podcast, hosts Rich and Alex engage with clutter expert Marilyn Mars to explore the profound connections between managing clutter and achieving weight loss goals.
They discuss how clutter affects mental clarity, decision-making, and emotional well-being, emphasizing the importance of a clutter-free environment for better health choices.
The conversation delves...
In this episode, Rich and Alex speak with Molly Wangsgaard, MS, RDN, LD, NSCA-CPT, CHWC, registered dietitian nutritionist. What sets Molly apart from many dietitians is that she is also a certified personal trainer, certified group exercise instructor, and certified health and wellness coach.
We get down to the nitty-gritty of strategies and approaches to losing weight, which Molly has extensive knowledge and experience in her care...
In this enlightening conversation, Rich and Alex engage with Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge, a leading expert in sleep and nutrition.
They explore the intricate relationship between diet and sleep, discussing how certain foods can enhance sleep quality while others can disrupt it. Dr. St-Onge shares her extensive research on the impact of sleep on health, particularly in relation to obesity and cardiovascular disease.
The discussion also...
In this engaging conversation, Rich and Alex speak with Jennifer Stack, MS, RDN, CDE, and explore the multifaceted relationship between food, health, and emotions.
In addition to Jennifer's expert nutrition credentials, experience, and education, she is also a graduate with honors and a full-time Professor at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, the premier culinary college in the world!
Alex, Rich, and Jennifer d...
In this conversation, Rich and Alex interview Dr. Marion Nestle, the country's leading expert in food politics and nutrition. They discuss the complexities of the food industry, the impact of ultra-processed foods on health, and the importance of understanding caloric intake for weight management.
Dr. Nestle emphasizes the need for critical thinking in the face of misinformation, the role of marketing in shaping food choices, a...
In this episode of the Transformation Weight Control Podcast, Alex and Rich, along with TWC participant and guest Marc G, discuss the complexities of weight loss, the role of medication, and the importance of lifestyle changes. Marc shares his personal journey of struggling with obesity, the impact of food noise, and how medication has transformed his relationship with food. The conversation emphasizes the significance of exercise,...
In this episode of the Transformation Weight Control Podcast, Rich and Alex talk to TWC's very own registered dietitian/nutritionist, Casey Flowers. They discuss the importance of nutrition, behavior change, and support in weight management. They explore the role of GLP-1 medications in weight loss, the significance of body composition, and the impact of diet on health. The conversation emphasizes the value of support groups i...
In this episode, Rich and Alex talk to Anna and discuss the complexities of weight control, the psychological impacts of obesity, and the role of medication in managing weight. They explore the societal biases surrounding weight, the importance of support groups, and the personal journey of Anna as she navigates her struggles with weight loss. The conversation emphasizes that weight management involves neurobiology and psychologica...
In this episode of the Transformation Weight Control Podcast, hosts Rich and Alex discuss various aspects of weight loss, including the importance of muscle mass, understanding set points, and the role of exercise in maintaining weight loss. They also preview upcoming guests who will share their personal weight loss journeys and insights. The conversation emphasizes the significance of body composition over mere weight and the heal...
Episode 03: Mindfulness, Weight Loss, and Preventing Regain
In this episode, Alex and Rich engage with Dr. Megan Pietrucha to explore the intersection of mindfulness, weight loss, and mental health. They discuss the definition of mindfulness, its application in sports and everyday life, and the importance of self-compassion in overcoming judgment and shame. The conversation also delves into practical mindfulness techniques and how t...
In this episode, Rich discusses the significance of small movements in burning calories and how they can contribute to weight loss over time. He shares various studies that highlight the impact of everyday activities on caloric expenditure and introduces a simple walking program to help individuals incorporate more movement into their daily lives. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of self-efficacy in achieving behavior cha...
Episode 02: The Science of Calories Burned During Exercise and Consumed for Losing Weight
In this episode of the Transformation Weight Control Podcast, hosts Rich Weil, M.Ed., CDE, Founder and Director of Transformation Weight Control, and Alex Tushinsky, welcome Dr. Russell Rising, a nutrition and exercise physiologist.
They discuss the importance of understanding caloric needs, metabolism, and the science behind weight loss. Dr. Ri...
In this episode of the Transformation Weight Control podcast, hosts Rich Weil and Alex Tushinsky discuss the complexities of weight loss management, emphasizing that obesity is a chronic disease rather than a personal failing.
Rich shares his extensive background in exercise physiology and diabetes education, highlighting the importance of community support and scientific understanding in achieving sustainable weight control.
The c...
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