Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss

Episode 163: Combining Medications with Lifestyle Changes: A Holistic Approach to Weight Loss


Listen Later

Weight loss is not just about what you lose; it's about what you gain in the process—better health, strength, and a renewed mindset.

In this episode, I discuss the importance of combining medications with lifestyle changes for effective and sustainable weight loss. I emphasize that while medications like Wegovy and Ozempic can aid in weight loss, they should be paired with healthy habits such as balanced nutrition, exercise, stress management, and adequate sleep. Also, I highlighted the significance of consistency and self-compassion throughout the weight loss journey, reminding listeners that there is no "magic bullet" and that a holistic approach is key to long-term success.

Embrace the holistic approach to truly transform your life. Tune in to the full episode and take the next step towards a healthier, happier you!

 

Episode Highlights:

  • Overview of weight loss medications

  • Importance of lifestyle changes with medications

  • Importance of exercise and physical activity

  • Addressing behavioral and psychological aspects

  • Practicing self-compassion and consistency in weight loss journey

Connect with Dr. Alicia Shelly:

  • Website | drshellymd.com

  • Facebook | www.facebook.com/drshellymd

  • Instagram | @drshellymd

  • Linked In | www.linkedin.com/in/drshellymd

  • Twitter | @drshellymd

About Dr. Alicia Shelly

Dr. Alicia Shelly was raised in Atlanta, GA. She received her Doctorate of Medicine from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, OH.  Dr. Shelly has been practicing Primary Care and Obesity medicine since 2014.  In 2017, she became a Diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She is the lead physician at the Wellstar Medical Center Douglasville. She started a weekly podcast & Youtube channel entitled Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight loss,  where she discusses how to get on track and stay on track with your weight loss journey. She has spoken for numerous local and national organizations, including the Obesity Medicine Association, and the Georgia Chapter of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. She has been featured on CNN, Fox 5 News, Bruce St. James Radio show, Upscale magazine, and Shape.com. She was named an honoree of the 2021 Atlanta Business Chronicle's 40 under 40 award. She also is a collaborating author for the, “Made for More: Physician Entrepreneurs who Live Life and Practice Medicine on their own terms''.

 

Resources:

FREE! Discover the 5 Reasons Your Weight-Loss Journey Has Gotten Derailed (And How To Get Back On Track!) 👉 Click

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight LossBy Alicia Shelly

  • 4.8
  • 4.8
  • 4.8
  • 4.8
  • 4.8

4.8

24 ratings


More shows like Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss

View all
Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely by Discussions on women's health, the peaceful passage of menopause, peri-menopause and hormonal balance for all women.

Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely

304 Listeners

The Daily by The New York Times

The Daily

111,399 Listeners

The Dr. Hyman Show by Dr. Mark Hyman

The Dr. Hyman Show

9,203 Listeners

The Dr. Tyna Show by Dr. Tyna Moore

The Dr. Tyna Show

1,580 Listeners

High on Life by Sasha High

High on Life

29 Listeners

Menopause Mastery by Dr. Betty Murray

Menopause Mastery

44 Listeners

Conquer Your Weight by Sarah Stombaugh, MD

Conquer Your Weight

37 Listeners

Docs Who Lift by Docs Who Lift

Docs Who Lift

368 Listeners

The Mel Robbins Podcast by Mel Robbins

The Mel Robbins Podcast

20,986 Listeners

The Dr. Francavilla Show by Dr. Francavilla

The Dr. Francavilla Show

48 Listeners

The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD by Matthea Rentea MD

The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD

194 Listeners

The Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast by Matthew Weiner, MD and Zoe Schroeder, RD

The Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast

35 Listeners

On The Pen With Dave Knapp by Dave Knapp Man On The Mounjaro, Bleav

On The Pen With Dave Knapp

213 Listeners

Wellness Life Guru: Health Guide by Wellness Life Guru

Wellness Life Guru: Health Guide

0 Listeners

My Life On GLP1 by Scott Johnson

My Life On GLP1

1 Listeners