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REPLAY: Understanding Obesity Medicine and Financial Wellness with Dr. Brytney Cobia (Ep.34)

By The BamCam | January 23, 2025

Could unlocking the secrets of a healthier lifestyle be as simple as understanding our bodies better?

With New Year resolutions on everyone’s mind, we felt now is a great time to revisit a fan-favorite conversation with Dr. Brytney Cobia, an obesity medicine specialist from Vulcan Wellness and Aesthetics.

Tune in to explore how Dr. Cobia’s expertise in obesity medicine is transforming lives, including her journey from hospitalist to wellness guide, and real stories from Jack and Alison’s health adventures.

Jack, Alison, and Dr. Brytney discuss:

Introduction to GLP1 medications and their ground-breaking effects on weight loss [00:11:09]
The surprising connection between insulin resistance and energy use in aging [00:09:36]
Real-life success stories using GLP1 drugs, including Jack and Allison’s personal weight loss journeys [00:19:50]
Navigating insurance requirements and the cost of weight loss medications [00:22:37]
Comprehensive strategies for maintaining weight loss and building confidence in fitness [00:26:18]
And more

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About Dr. Brytney Cobia:

Dr. Cobia is double-boarded in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine. She was born and raised in Birmingham, which is where she has ultimately settled to raise her family and grow her medical practice. She attended the University of Alabama where she double majored in Biology and Psychology. She then attended the University of South Alabama School of Medicine in Mobile, AL. She returned to Birmingham where she completed her residency at the Brookwood Baptist Health Internal Medicine Residency Program. She was then invited to remain a part of the program to serve a one-year term as Chief Medical Resident. Since completion of residency, she has enjoyed practicing as a hospitalist, caring for new patients as well as familiar faces from her childhood in Birmingham.

She became interested in the pathology and physiology of Obesity Medicine after the birth of her first child in 2018 and gained board certification in 2021. Since that time, she has been growing her interest in all aspects of wellness, including how hormone balance affects weight and well-being, as well as training in modern aesthetics practices.

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Investing in Your Well-being with Karen Broadwater (Ep.14)

By The BamCam | February 6, 2024

What’s holding you back from starting your fitness journey? Is it the cost? Or an uncertainty of whether it will truly benefit you?

Karen Broadwater, president of Irontribe Fitness, a gym that’s all about functional fitness and a holistic well-being approach joins Jack and Alison to discuss the importance of investing in your well-being.

Jack, Alison, and Karen touch on:

How physical fitness impacts your health, mood, and even your finances
Why taking action is the best route when considering fitness
Personal stories from Jack and Alison regarding their road to health
The role of professional coaching to guide your physical fitness journey
And more

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About Karen Broadwater:

Karen Broadwater is the President of Iron Tribe Fitness, a national gym franchise that provides personalized fitness programs through professional coaches in an encouraging environment. In her 12+ years with Iron Tribe, Karen has had a hand in every part of brand development — from leading individual gyms to overseeing massive shifts in the overall Iron Tribe experience. Today, Karen leads a team of product experts and brand ambassadors to directly impact the overall member experience. Check out more information on Karen and Iron Tribe Fitness here.

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