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Epi 290

Alicia Briggs: From Survival to Strength – A Weight Loss Surgery & Body Confidence Journey  

In this powerful episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast, we sit down with Alicia Briggs, founder of Butterflies and Dumbbells, to hear her raw, real, and remarkable transformation journey. 💪🦋

From battling medical complications and navigating multiple pregnancies to reclaiming her health through weight loss surgery, Alicia’s story is one of resilience, advocacy, and healing—both inside and out.

💥 But it didn’t stop at surgery…Alicia takes us behind the scenes of her journey into fitness, lifting heavy, launching her coaching biz, and dealing with the unexpected struggles of post-plastics depression and social media backlash. Through it all, she turned pain into purpose—and now helps others do the same.

💡 In This Episode:🏋️‍♀️ Embracing strength through the gym & weightlifting💔 Coping with heart issues & complicated pregnancies🧠 Prioritizing therapy & mental health post-op👊 Advocating for better care & coaching after surgery💬 Facing post-surgery criticism & building confidence🌟 Transforming lives through Butterflies and Dumbbells coaching

✨ If you've ever felt alone in your journey—Alicia’s story will remind you: you’re never alone, and you are so much stronger than you think.

🎧 Hit play, and get inspired to step into your power 💖💬 Drop a comment if Alicia’s story hits home for you—we love hearing your wins, too!

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