The Skinny: Transformation On & Off the Table is an emotionally raw look at the life of Lisa Sargese as she recovers from a severe binge eating disorder, morbid obesity and diabetes. She writes in her Blog every day (without fail) about her fight for life after undergoing Gastric Bypass surgery on August 16th 2006. Lisa shares her real life insights on body image and recovery in a world that shuns and shames the morbidly obese. Join Lisa as she struggles to overcome a lifetime of failed diets and low self-esteem and learns to love life with the incredible developing woman in her mirror. ............ Lisa’s Blog is an honest account of life as a woman in recovery and a must read for anyone seeking motivation, inspiration, hope or reassurance that wellness can be won by anyone! 

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, MSU 2000; Master of Theological Studies, Drew U 2002; Master of Arts in Counseling and Human Services, MSU 2006.

Lisa received the ‘Mirror Mirror’ Award in 2009 for her work in body positivity. She is a professor of religion, psychology and women's studies, a peer support group facilitator and public speaker. Lisa is currently a certified hypnotist and member of the National Guild of Hypnotists and is pursuing certification as a Nutritional Therapist.

The Skinny Online
Daily posts on Lisa's recovery and transformation after gastric bypass surgery.

Lisa's My Space Profile
Read comments about and from the stars of TV's "The Biggest Loser", "Big Medicine" and Susan Powter