Love. Practice. Progress.

FDA-approved. Compounded. Research use only. These labels are not interchangeable—and when it comes to something you inject into your body, understanding the difference matters. In Season 1, Episode 4 of Love. Practice. Progress., Anjelis and Andrea break down the different pathways through which GLP-1 medications and related formulations may be obtained. They discuss semaglutide, tirzepatide, and investigational retatrutide—commonly called “RETA”—including how they work, what FDA approval means, how compounded medications differ from FDA-approved products, and why formulations labeled “research use only” require serious caution. This is not an anti-GLP-1 conversation, and it is not intended to shame anyone for using compounded medication. GLP-1 medications can be powerful tools for weight management and metabolic health. This conversation is about knowing what you have, understanding where it came from, and recognizing the level of medical oversight involved. Anjelis shares her perspective as both a healthcare provider and GLP-1 user, while Andrea asks the practical questions many people have about brand-name medications, compounding pharmacies, dosing, safety, and provider supervision. Many injectable medications can be self-administered at home, but that does not make them a DIY project. These medications have risks, side effects, contraindications, and dosing considerations that require appropriate evaluation and monitoring. Know what you have. Ask questions. Understand the source. Make an informed decision about your health. Continue your wellness journey: Rising Stars Wellness provides RN-led education, lifestyle coaching, and practical support for sustainable weight loss, GLP-1 users, and life beyond the medication. https://risingstarswellness.com/ Download the free GLP-1 Quick Guide: https://leads.risingstarswellness.com/ RSW Performance helps individuals create thoughtfully curated home gyms designed around their goals, available space, and budget. https://rswperformance.com/ Connect with us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/risingstarswellnessYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rising.stars.wellnessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/glp1lifestylesupport/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@glp1.lifestyle.su Remember: Love yourself to health. Progress, not perfection. Love. Practice. Progress. This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Medication approval, availability, and compounding regulations may change. Individual risks, benefits, dosing, and monitoring needs vary. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider and obtain medications through appropriate, licensed channels.

What is a calorie deficit, and do you really need to survive on salads to lose fat? In Episode 3 of Love. Practice. Progress., Anjelis and Andrea explain how calorie deficits work and why sustainable weight loss does not require extreme dieting. They discuss maintenance calories, macronutrients, protein, movement, hydration, nutrition labels, GLP-1 support, and simple food swaps that can help you stay consistent without giving up everything you enjoy. In this episode: • How calories and stored fat work• Calorie deficits, maintenance, and surplus• Why protein matters during weight loss• How to read a nutrition label• Finding movement you can enjoy consistently• GLP-1 side effects and the importance of hydration• Avoiding hidden calories in drinks• Building a structured and sustainable eating routine Learn more: https://risingstarswellness.com/ Download the free GLP-1 Quick Start Guide: https://leads.risingstarswellness.com/ Love yourself to health. Progress, not perfection. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

What happens when your body changes, but part of you is still thinking, speaking, and responding like the person you used to be? In Episode 2 of Love. Practice. Progress., Anjelis and Andrea talk about the identity shift that can happen during and after significant weight loss, and why changing the number on the scale is only part of the transformation. From bariatric surgery and GLP-1 medications to weight regain, self-talk, old habits, and learning how to see yourself differently, this conversation explores the mindset work that often continues long after the weight begins to come off. You cannot build and maintain a different life while continuing to think, speak, and respond exactly as you did before. Sustainable change takes practice. It means learning to treat yourself with kindness, creating new behaviors, rebuilding self-trust, and becoming the person who can sustain the progress you have worked so hard to create. Because the goal is not just to lose the weight. It is to build a life you can live in after you do. Continue your wellness journey: Rising Stars Wellness Education, lifestyle coaching, and practical support for sustainable weight loss, wellness, and life beyond the medication. risingstarswellness.com RSW Performance Thoughtfully curated home gym solutions designed around your goals, space, and budget. https://rswperformance.com/ Connect with us: Facebook: Rising Stars Wellness https://www.facebook.com/risingstarswellness YouTube: Rising Stars Wellness https://www.youtube.com/@rising.stars.wellness Instagram: GLP-1 Lifestyle Support https://www.instagram.com/glp1lifestylesupport/ TikTok: GLP-1 Lifestyle Support https://www.tiktok.com/@glp1.lifestyle.su This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.

Why do we keep starting over, even when we already know what to do? In the first episode of Love. Practice. Progress., Anjelis and Andrea unpack the mindset behind sustainable change and why transformation requires more than motivation. They talk about Anjelis’ personal weight loss journey, learning to love herself to health, breaking the all or nothing cycle, building self trust through small daily choices, and becoming the person who can maintain the results she is working toward. Because you do not need another Monday to start over. Sometimes you simply need to make a different choice next. Rising Stars Wellness https://risingstarswellness.com/ Coaching and weight loss support helping people build sustainable habits and transform their health with or without GLP-1 medications. RSW Performance https://rswperformance.com/ Vetted fitness equipment and curated home gym solutions personalized to your goals, space, and budget. Follow Rising Stars Wellness: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/risingstarswellness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rising.stars.wellness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glp1lifestylesupport/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@glp1.lifestyle.su Love yourself to health. Practice, not perfection. Keep progressing.