145 Pounds Lighter, 8 Majors Stronger: A Bariatric Surgery Success Story with Featured Guest Speaker: John Duffy

Can bariatric surgery take you from 370 lbs to running 100 mile ultra marathons and conquering all eight Abbott World Marathon Majors? In this episode of ProCare Health LIVE, host Brenda Hoehn, MSN, BSN, RN, CHTP, sits down with entrepreneur, husband, father of three, and grandfather of six, John Duffy, to share his extraordinary transformation.

After undergoing Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) in 2021, John lost approximately 145lbs and unlocked a level of athletic endurance fewer than 2,000 people on Earth have ever achieved. From running one of the largest franchise businesses in the Tampa Bay area to completing 40 marathons, 40 ultra marathons, three 100mile races, and the 8 Abbott World Marathon Majors, John proves that lasting physical and mental transformation happens one decision and one mile at a time!

SUBSCRIBE for more inspiring bariatric stories, expert live podcasts, and support group updates! https://www.youtube.com/c/ProCareHealth?sub_confirmation=1

IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: The 370lbs Turning Point: Why John chose gastric sleeve surgery in 2021 and how it reset his metabolic health.

From Bariatric Patient to Ultra Marathoner: How John built up endurance to tackle 40 marathons, 40 ultra marathons, and three 100 mile races.

Conquering the 8 Abbott World Marathon Majors: What it took to become one of only 1,994 people worldwide to complete this monumental running feat.

Mindset & Entrepreneurship: Balancing a thriving Tampa Bay business franchise, family life, and high-level athletic training.

The Power of Consistency: Why sustainable success isn't built overnight, but through small daily habits and determination.

🏃‍♂️ ABOUT OUR GUEST: John Duffy is a successful entrepreneur who runs one of the largest business franchises in the Tampa Bay area. A devoted husband, father of three, and grandfather of six, John underwent gastric sleeve surgery in 2021 at 370lbs. Since losing approximately 145lbs, he has transformed into an world-class endurance athlete completing 40 marathons, 40 ultra marathons, three 100 mile ultra-endurance races, and earning his place among the rare group of athletes to finish all 8 Abbott World Marathon Majors.

ABOUT YOUR HOST:

Brenda Hoehn, MSN, BSN, RN, CHTP

Brenda is a bariatric nurse who has supported thousands of patients through their pre- and post-op weight loss surgery journeys. Certified in life coaching and Healing Touch holistic practice, Brenda works with ProCare Health to host weekly LIVE bariatr