The Raw Truth About Loose Skin and Plastic Surgery | LifeLONG

The Raw Truth About Loose Skin and Plastic Surgery | LifeLONG

Losing a massive amount of weight is a monumental achievement, but few people prepare you for what comes next: loose skin. Today, Ethan sits down with expert plastic surgeon Dr. Rady Rahban to strip away the myths, the marketing gimmicks, and the "snake oil" surrounding post-weight loss bodies. They dive deep into the realities of body contouring after massive weight loss, the surgical risks associated with new GLP-1 weight loss medications, and why popular non-surgical treatments simply do not work for severe skin laxity. Whether you have lost 40 pounds or 300 pounds, this episode serves as an essential guide to navigating your post-weight loss journey with realistic expectations, financial awareness, and clinical safety. (00:00) Introduction & Ethan's Weight Loss Journey   (02:37) Introducing Dr. Rahban & The Reality of Loose Skin   (04:45) The Truth About Non-Surgical Skin Tightening   (08:09) Psychological and Financial Preparation for Surgery   (11:03) The Importance of Reaching a Stable, Realistic Weight   (13:06) Strict Protocols for Stopping GLP-1 Medications Before Surgery   (22:07) Body Contouring vs. Liposuction and Surgical Ethics   (29:16) The Cost of Surgery and Why Procedures Must Be Staged   (38:46) Viewer Question: Dealing with Gynecomastia (Male Chest Skin)   (42:40) Viewer Question: Can Autophagy Fix Loose Skin Naturally?   (45:47) Viewer Question: Managing Pain and Discomfort During Recovery   (48:24) Outro, Dr. Rahban's Podcast, and the Responsibility of Plastic Surgeons Want to be on a future episode? Register here to join the conversation: 2way.tv/ethansuplee [2way.tv/ethansuplee] Don't forget to subscribe to the YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@Ethan_Suplee?sub_confirmation=1] for clips, full episodes, and more! If you have any inspirational quotes to share, post them to Ethan's subreddit, r/EthanSupleeLifeLONG [https://www.reddit.com/r/EthanSupleeLifeLONG/]. It’s also a great place to discuss episodes, post about your successes, and embrace the community. Lastly, you can send video questions to ethansupleeshow@2way.tv [ethansupleeshow@2way.tv] and we will play them on the show.  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

How Mike Pridgen Lost 110 Lbs & Beat the "Fat Guy" Mindset | LifeLONG

In tonight's episode, Ethan Suplee sits down with weight loss coach Mike Pridgen to discuss the untold reality of long term weight loss success. While physical transformations get all the attention, Ethan and Mike explore why fixing your mind is the hardest part of a 100+ pounds down journey. From the anxiety of taking your shirt off in public to the truth about GLP-1 medications, this conversation dives deep into the sustainable fat loss habits required to truly keep the weight off. (00:00) Introduction & Mike's Viral Beach Video (03:04) Entering Maintenance & Shifting the Mindset (06:12) Fad Diets & Realizing Fat is a Symptom (11:00) Hitting Rock Bottom & Seeking Change (16:10) Consistency Issues & The Role of GLP-1 Drugs (20:08) The Search for a Magic Pill & Past Extreme Diets (25:06) Audience Q&A: Muhammad on Lyme Disease, GLP-1s, and Finding Peace (28:40) Audience Q&A: Jake on Bodybuilding After Weight Loss & Navigating Maintenance (37:08) Audience Q&A: Building Sustainable Habits for the First Week of Dieting (41:20) Audience Q&A: Ryan on Unhinged DMs & Navigating Fitness Trends (45:37) Becoming a Content Creator & Finding Happiness in the Present (51:23) Rapid-Fire Questions (57:45) Outro Want to be on a future episode? Register here to join the conversation: 2way.tv/ethansuplee [2way.tv/ethansuplee] Don't forget to subscribe to the YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@Ethan_Suplee?sub_confirmation=1] for clips, full episodes, and more! If you have any inspirational quotes to share, post them to Ethan's subreddit, r/EthanSupleeLifeLONG [https://www.reddit.com/r/EthanSupleeLifeLONG/]. It’s also a great place to discuss episodes, post about your successes, and embrace the community. Lastly, you can send video questions to ethansupleeshow@2way.tv [ethansupleeshow@2way.tv] and we will play them on the show.  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Radical Acceptance, Binge Eating Cycles, and the Reality of Extreme Weight Loss | LifeLONG

Ethan does an AMA with live and user-submitted questions! (00:00) Intro & Overcoming the Fear of Being Seen (01:41) Tonight's Focus: Viewer Q&A (03:18) A Typical Day of Meals & Avoiding Food Boredom (05:28) Balancing Cardio and Weightlifting (06:47) Finding Alternatives to Food for Happiness (09:11) Live Q&A with Ryan: Healthspan, Goals, & Rapid-Fire Questions (25:22) Live Q&A with Amar: Binge Eating, Vicious Cycles, & Generational Effects (35:32) Dating and Finding Love Before Weight Loss (36:02) Live Q&A with Crystal: Passed-on Movie Scripts & Career Choices (40:07) Live Q&A with Brian: Conquering Pull-Ups & Massive Weight Loss Milestones (46:37) Coping Mechanisms: Addressing Alcohol Use and Chronic Illness (48:32) Breaking Through a Weight Loss Plateau & Maintenance Phases (51:15) Outro & How to Submit Future Questions Want to be on a future episode? Register here to join the conversation: 2way.tv/ethansuplee [2way.tv/ethansuplee] Don't forget to subscribe to the YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@Ethan_Suplee?sub_confirmation=1] for clips, full episodes, and more! If you have any inspirational quotes to share, post them to Ethan's subreddit, r/EthanSupleeLifeLONG [https://www.reddit.com/r/EthanSupleeLifeLONG/]. It’s also a great place to discuss episodes, post about your successes, and embrace the community. Lastly, you can send video questions to ethansupleeshow@2way.tv [ethansupleeshow@2way.tv] and we will play them on the show.  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Emotional Eating, Trauma, and a 311-Pound Weight Loss Transformation | LifeLONG

What happens when food becomes more than food? This week on LifeLONG, Ethan Suplee sits down with Michael Collins, who lost an incredible 311 pounds after years of struggling with obesity, type 2 diabetes, emotional eating, and what many people now describe as "food noise." At his heaviest, Michael weighed over 500 pounds. He was taking multiple medications, struggling to walk, and facing a frightening health prognosis. But his transformation wasn't just about weight loss. Michael shows how trauma, grief, emotional eating, self-worth, and food addiction shaped his relationship with food for decades. And how addressing the emotional side of obesity became just as important as changing what was on his plate. Michael's story isn't about quick fixes, extreme dieting, or perfect discipline. It's about healing, honesty, and learning how to separate emotional needs from eating behaviors. (00:00) Introduction (02:52) Welcoming Michael Collins (06:15) Discovering the Diabetes Reversal Program (10:42) Coming Off Diabetic Medications in Six Weeks (12:14) Dietary Changes & Eliminating Trigger Foods (14:00) The Tragic Car Crash & The Onset of PTSD (18:32) Emotional Eating & The Mental Health Connection to Food (24:26) Spontaneously Signing Up For & Running a 5K (29:31) Navigating Southern Family Meals & Establishing Boundaries (31:22) Body Dysmorphia & The Mental Battle After Massive Weight Loss (34:09) Mailbag (48:50) Final Thoughts Want to be on a future episode? Register here to join the conversation: 2way.tv/ethansuplee [2way.tv/ethansuplee] Don't forget to subscribe to the YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@Ethan_Suplee?sub_confirmation=1] for clips, full episodes, and more! If you have any inspirational quotes to share, post them to Ethan's subreddit, r/EthanSupleeLifeLONG [https://www.reddit.com/r/EthanSupleeLifeLONG/]. It’s also a great place to discuss episodes, post about your successes, and embrace the community. Lastly, you can send video questions to ethansupleeshow@2way.tv [ethansupleeshow@2way.tv] and we will play them on the show.  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Leah Hope Changed One Small Thing and Lost 200 Pounds | LifeLONG

Both Ethan and Leah were placed on diets as children, which led to a lifetime of confusion and rebellion against food rules. Leah gained 100 pounds in her final two years of high school, using the freedom of driving to frequent fast-food restaurants. In 2022, Leah shifted her goal from losing weight to gaining healthy habits. This positive framing allowed her to start with "easy wins" (she ate eggs every day for nearly two years to ensure she had at least one nutrient-dense meal), avoid over-restriction, and approach weight loss with a mindfulness first attitude. After losing over 200 pounds, Leah emphasizes that loose skin is an inevitable part of major weight loss. While Leah eventually opted for skin removal surgery for physical comfort, she maintains that she would choose the skin over the weight 100% of the time. Ethan and Leah stress that losing hundreds of pounds requires a psychological shift. Leah explains that you must start acting like the person you want to be before you actually feel like that person. This involves adopting the daily habits of your dream future self today, which eventually solidifies your new identity. (00:00) Introduction: Effecting Change (01:59) Introducing Leah Hope and the Disneyland Turning Point (03:07) Childhood Weight and the Freedom of Driving (03:53) Why Fad Diets Fail and Lifestyle Changes Stick (06:18) Physical Exhaustion at the "Happiest Place on Earth" (08:41) The Mental Shift: Gaining Health Over Losing Weight (09:50) Starting Small: Nutritious Eggs and 10-Minute Walks (11:18) Mindful Tracking and Avoiding Food Restrictions (13:22) Protecting Metabolism: Eating Above Your BMR (15:11) Managing Food Noise and Social Events (17:49) Transitioning to Calorie and Activity Tracking (20:13) Going Viral: Sharing the Journey Online (22:36) The Psychology of Hiding Struggles (24:25) Identity Shift: Acting Like Your Future Self (27:54) Handling Social Media Criticism and Developing Thick Skin (30:17) The Reality of Loose Skin and Removal Surgery (35:47) Advice for Living with Loose Skin and Cellulite (39:06) Staying Consistent with a "Bare Minimum" (41:02) Finding Joy in Movement: From Chair Yoga to Pickleball (45:50) Lightning Round: Sweet Cottage Cheese and Motivations (49:05) Outro Want to be on a future episode? Register here to join the conversation: 2way.tv/ethansuplee [2way.tv/ethansuplee] Don't forget to subscribe to the YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@Ethan_Suplee?sub_confirmation=1] for clips, full episodes, and more! If you have any inspirational quotes to share, post them to Ethan's subreddit, r/EthanSupleeLifeLONG [https://www.reddit.com/r/EthanSupleeLifeLONG/]. It’s also a great place to discuss episodes, post about your successes, and embrace the community. Lastly, you can send video questions to ethansupleeshow@2way.tv [ethansupleeshow@2way.tv] and we will play them on the show.  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.