When Surgery Isn't Enough: Coach Jill's Path to True Wellness

When Surgery Isn't Enough: Coach Jill's Path to True Wellness

Author: The Fasting Method July 29, 2025 Duration: 27:41

Episode #215

In this episode, Megan chats with Coach Jill McMurrey about her journey from weight-loss surgery to true metabolic healing—and the role fasting played in transforming her health.

Jill shares her experience with gastric band surgery, how it helped her shed pounds initially, but failed to address the deeper metabolic dysfunction beneath the surface. After adopting a ketogenic diet, Jill discovered fasting as a game-changing tool to support her long-term health and weight loss.

Together, Megan and Jill explore:

  • Why weight-loss surgery isn't a complete solution
  • How fasting can support metabolic recovery post-surgery
  • The mindset shifts and strategies needed for lasting success
  • The launch of The Fasting Method's Accountability Coaching Program—and how it helps clients stay consistent, motivated, and supported

💡 From client to COO and TFM Accountability Coach, Jill's story is proof that real change happens when you combine the right tools with meaningful support.

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Summary Timestamps

00:00 Intro

03:00 Jill's journey

04:58 Helping people at TFM who have had weight-loss surgery

10:06 Jill's top 3 tips for people who have had weight-loss surgery and want to start fasting

14:41 Jill's approach to coaching

17:34 All-new Accountability Coaching at TFM

21:06 Two of the biggest problems people are facing when fasting

25:06 We can do hard things!

 

Disclaimer

This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem. The use of any other products or services purchased by you as a result of this podcast does not create a healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the experts affiliated with this podcast. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.


For anyone navigating the world of intermittent fasting, sorting through the noise can be the hardest part. The Fasting Method Podcast cuts through that confusion with clarity and authority. Co-hosted by recognized experts Megan Ramos and Terri Lance, Ph.D., this podcast is built on a foundation of real science and practical application. The conversations here move beyond simplistic tips to explore the nuanced physiology of fasting, the psychological hurdles, and the sustainable strategies that lead to lasting health changes. You’ll hear detailed explorations of metabolic adaptation, hormone regulation, and the social complexities of changing one's eating patterns, all grounded in the hosts' extensive clinical and research experience. This is a space where listener questions drive the dialogue, making each episode a direct address to the real-world challenges people face. Tune in for a candid, evidence-based resource that treats fasting not as a trend, but as a deeply personal tool for wellness. The discussions on this podcast are designed to empower you with knowledge, demystify the process, and provide a supportive audio companion for your journey.
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