Invited guest Lyss Remaly will speak and lead participants through an introductory workout during the Sept. 11 meeting of Loma Linda University Health’s bariatric support group meeting. It will take place at 6 p.m. in the conference room at Tom & Vi Zapara Rehabilitation Pavilion, located between East Campus and LLU Professional Plaza.
Heavily overweight, Remaly made a decision in 2010 to undergo Duodenal Switch surgery, following which she adopted a new lifestyle and began exercising. Six years later, she stepped on stage as a women’s physique competitor and won first place.
From bariatrics to bodybuilding, Remaly built what she calls her FabuLyss FitLife. She now is a speaker and lifestyle coach offering support to others who undergo bariatric surgery.
During the meeting at Loma Linda University Health, Remaly will share her story of her ups and downs and answer questions. She will also lead what she calls a beginner bariatric boot camp, with all fitness levels welcomed, and share with attendees take-home information on chair exercises.
The bariatric program’s monthly support group is free and open to anyone, offering discussion of personal, emotional and medical issues. It meets the second Monday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (with the exception of starting at 6 p.m. for this special September meeting).
To learn more, call 909-651-7091 or email bariatrics@llu.edu.
Loma Linda University Health offers various weight-loss surgeries at its Surgical Hospital.