Ann Gilbert, BS Purdue University, United States
As the use of anti-obesity medications (AOMs) continues to grow, so does the need to adopt fitness strategies that complement their benefits while addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals on these treatments. This presentation focuses on breaking traditional exercise [....] » Read More
Title : Proposed shorter duration protocols for measuring exercise energetics utilizing whole room indirect calorimetry
Russell Rising, D & S Consulting Services Inc, United States
Background: Previously, 60 minutes was the shortest testing duration that was validated for measurement of exercise energetics (EXEE; kcal) utilizing whole room indirect calorimetry (WRIC). This comprised of 15, 30 and 15 minutes for warmup/stretching, steady state exercise and c [....] » Read More
Title : Empowering successful outcomes programming support strategies for customers on antiobesity medications 2025 programming updates
Bob Esquerre, Esquerre Fitness Group International, United States
In 2013, the American Medical Association officially recognized Obesity as a disease. By 2030, clinically defined obesity is projected to affect over one billion people globally, representing a significant public health crisis. Defined by a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, [....] » Read More
Title : Exploring the impact of MC4R gene variants on food preferences
Jeane Silva, Augusta University, United States
Obesity is a significant risk factor for life-threatening diseases that increase morbidity and mortality rates. Currently, obesity is a worldwide epidemic, and the prevalence of obesity has been rising at unprecedented levels. The obesity rate among adults aged 20 and older is 40 [....] » Read More
Title : Transgenerational inheritance of obesity caused by epigenetic factors
Hassan Massoud Heshmati, Endocrinology Metabolism Consulting, LLC, Hassan Heshmati and Valerie Shaw Endocrine Research, United States
Obesity is defined as a state of excess body fat responsible for increased body weight. It is a major health problem in several countries causing increased morbidity and mortality and high cost for the society. Obesity is a complex multifactorial disease with genetic and non-gene [....] » Read More
Title : Nutrition + gentle strength: Preventing sarcopenia for a vibrant life
Benjamin Sley, Texas Bar Association Member, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, United States
Benjamin Sley is a Marine Corps veteran, chemist, certified nutritionist, and nationally recognized expert on permanent weight loss without injections or extreme exercise. After personally losing over 75 pounds and keeping it off for more than six years, Ben now helps others&mdas [....] » Read More
Title : How to align stakeholders and accelerate obesity outcomes by enabling buy-in
Charles Bernard, Criteria for Success, Inc., United States
Many of the most promising obesity initiatives struggle not because of clinical shortcomings, but because key stakeholders fail to commit. Patients drop out Programs lose momentum Funders hesitate. Internal teams misalign. These are not just operational issues. T [....] » Read More
Title : Same day discharge metabolic and bariatric surgery: Experience of a bariatric tertiary center
Ronald Denis, Sacred Heart Hospital of Montréal, Canada
Since the event of minimally invasive surgery, bariatric surgery has taken such a lead that, in Canada, lack of hospital beds, budgets and manpower has made us look at other issues in order to be able to operate our patients in a reasonable time. This study examines the feasibili [....] » Read More
Title : Why is obesity chronic and relapsing?
Jyoti Manekar, OMA, OAC, AAFP, ABFM, GAFP, AMA, United States
Obesity, often misunderstood as a simple lifestyle issue, is a complex, chronic, and relapsing condition influenced by a combination of physiological, psychological, and environmental factors. Despite advancements in diets, pharmacological treatments, and surgical interventions, [....] » Read More
Title : Unlock the power of nutrition: Weight loss in the era of medications
Kelly Springer, Kelly's Choice, United States
With the rapid rise in GLP-1 medications like Ozempic® and Wegovy®, the landscape of weight loss is changing. While these medications offer powerful short-term results, nutrition remains the cornerstone of long-term success. In this session, Registered Dietitian Kelly Spr [....] » Read More
Title : Single Anastomosis Sleeve Ileal Bypass(SASI) as a second stage after Sleeve Gastrectomy (SG) – A unicentric experience from a Canadian tertiary bariatric center
Studer Anne Sophie, Sacred-Heart Hospital of Montreal, Canada
Background: Single-anastomosis sleeve-ileal bypass (SASI) is a 2nd-stage surgical option for initial suboptimal clinical response or recurrence of obesity after sleeve gastrectomy (SG). It is an emerging and interesting option, as it combines several mechanisms such as dietary re [....] » Read More
Title : Understanding and addressing the multifactorial nature of obesity: A comprehensive approach
Christina Campbell, Michigan State University, United States
Obesity is a complex, multifactorial condition influenced by an intricate interplay of dietary, lifestyle, genetic, and epigenetic factors. Effective weight management necessitates a deeper understanding of these root causes to develop targeted interventions that promote sustaina [....] » Read More
Title : Physiology of the anti-calorie diet
Auston Cherbonneaux, Freelance, United States
There has been a misconception about energy in nutrition, exercise, and biological sciences, and that misconception is that we operate on the same thermodynamics as a combustion engine. This is the premise of the calorie measurement, and in this presentation I will discuss the th [....] » Read More
Title : Practicing advanced applications in modern nutrition and exercise science
Auston Cherbonneaux, Freelance, United States
With the knowledge that there is no combustion in the cell for energy production, and that all nutrients supply the body with energy, participants will now be ready to analyze applications, models, and methods for weight loss and weight management with a modern understanding  [....] » Read More