Episode 187: Breaking the Burnout Cycle with Dr. Judy Wright
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
Release Date: 02/10/2025
Episode 233: Why Am I Not Losing Weight? The Surprising Problem of Undereating
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
If you've been eating barely anything and the scale still won't move, the problem might not be that you're eating too much. It might be that you're not eating enough. And there's science behind why. "Why am I not losing weight?" It's the most frustrating question in my clinic. And the answer often surprises people. Today, I'm answering it publicly — with research, not guesswork. In this episode, I break down exactly what happens inside your body when you undereat, why cutting calories too aggressively can backfire, and the six practical steps to get your metabolism working for...
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Episode 232: Five Things You Need to Know About the New Wegovy Pill
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
You've heard about the Wegovy shot. Now there's a pill — and the confusion is already spreading. Is it the same? Does it work as well? Can you take it with your other medications? In December, the FDA approved an oral form of semaglutide specifically for weight management and cardiovascular risk reduction. That's a game-changer — but only if you know how to use it correctly. Take it wrong and it won't work at all. In this episode, I will break down the five things you need to know about the new Wegovy pill. I will talk about the science behind SNAC technology, why this medication goes...
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Episode 231: What happens when you stop your GLP-1?
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
If you're on Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, or Mounjaro — and worried about what happens when you stop — this episode is for you. The fear of gaining it all back is real. But weight regain is not inevitable. It's manageable. And I'm going to show you how. “What happens when you stop your GLP-1?” This is one of the most common questions I get in my clinic every single week. It's time I answered it publicly — with science, not fear. In this episode, I break down exactly what happens in your body when you stop your GLP-1, why weight regain happens, and the five pillars you need to protect...
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Episode 230: Top 5 Weight Loss Myths Your Doctor Wishes You’d Stop Believing
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
Every single week in my clinic, I see smart, motivated people stuck in their weight loss journey not because they're doing something wrong, but because they believe something wrong. The myths surrounding weight loss are so deeply embedded in our culture that even some physicians still repeat them. And the cost? Shame, delayed treatment, and people giving up on themselves unnecessarily. I've spent over a decade watching these myths do real damage and I'm done staying quiet about it. In this episode, I'm breaking down the top 5 weight loss myths I wish my patients would stop believing and...
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Episode 229: Nutrition for Your Workout
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
You're doing all the right things—showing up to the gym, getting your steps in, strength training—but that scale? Still not moving. Sound familiar? In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how to eat to support your workouts without sabotaging your weight loss goals—and without overthinking it. No sports nutrition degree required, I promise. I've seen too many patients work incredibly hard in the gym only to undo their progress at the kitchen table. Exercise is powerful, but nutrition determines whether that exercise actually works for weight loss. And once you understand a few simple...
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Episode 228: Back to the Basics: What the New Dietary Guidelines Mean for Your Weight Loss Journey
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans just dropped, and they represent a major shift from rigid rules to personalized, sustainable nutrition. These aren't just recommendations—they shape what your doctor tells you, influence insurance policies, and determine what's served in schools and hospitals. In this episode, I break down the most important updates and translate them into simple, actionable steps you can implement today. No overwhelm, no perfection required—just practical strategies rooted in the latest research. Tune in to learn the new protein recommendations that could...
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Episode 227: The Wegovy Pill: A New Option for Weight Loss Treatment
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
In this important episode, I break down the newly FDA-approved Wegovy pill and what it means for obesity treatment. The first oral GLP-1 medication for obesity has arrived, offering a needle-free alternative to weekly injections. This development could transform access for patients who've avoided treatment due to injection hesitation, cost barriers, or preference for daily pill routines. Tune in to learn what the Wegovy pill is, how it works, and why it represents a major step forward in giving patients more options for sustainable weight loss. Sign up for the Back on Track: Setting the Vision...
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Episode 226: Stronger Together
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
If you've fallen off your weight loss journey—whether from illness, the holidays, or life's unexpected turns—this episode will help you start moving forward again. I'm opening up about my own 2025 health crisis: developing blood clots in both lungs that stopped me in my tracks physically and emotionally. After significant weight gain and struggling to walk a mile that once took me 12 minutes, I'm sharing the hard-won lessons from rebuilding my fitness from scratch. In this episode, I tackle the mental and physical challenges of restarting when you're nowhere near where you used to be....
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Episode 225: Best of 2025
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
As we close out 2025, I'm celebrating you—my listeners—by revisiting the year's most popular episodes. This isn't just a highlight reel; it's a roadmap to understanding why sustainable weight loss requires more than willpower. I'm sharing the most impactful insights from 2025 that tackle the hidden barriers blocking your progress: stress hormones storing belly fat, sleep deprivation hijacking your hunger signals, and the surprising truth about fructose damaging your liver and kidneys. In this special compilation episode, I break down the science behind the struggles and give you actionable...
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Episode 224: Strong Over 60: GLP-1 Weight Loss Without Muscle Loss
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
If you're over 60 and using GLP-1 medications like Wegovy or Zepbound, this episode could save your independence. In this episode, I reveal the hidden danger of rapid weight loss without muscle protection—and the simple strategies that keep you strong, steady, and mobile as the pounds come off. GLP-1 medications are transforming weight loss for older adults managing diabetes, high blood pressure, and joint pain. But there's a critical piece most people miss: sarcopenia. This age-related muscle loss accelerates during weight loss, putting you at risk for falls, fractures, and losing the...
info_outlineBurnout sneaks up on the busiest of us—learning to pause might just be the key to lasting success.
In this episode, Dr. Judy Wright, a family medicine physician, wellness and performance strategist, and CEO of JW Health Consulting LLC. Dr. Wright, a “Success Magazine” 2023 Woman of Influence, discusses the impact of modern fast-paced lifestyles on burnout, weight gain, and chronic stress. She shares insights on recognizing early signs of burnout, the health issues linked to overwork, and practical strategies for creating balance, including scheduling mini pauses, self-check-ins, and prioritizing self-care. Dr. Wright also emphasizes the societal glorification of overwork and offers guidance on sustainable success.
Take a break and listen—your path to a healthier, more balanced life starts here!
Episode Highlights:
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Dr. Judy Wright’s journey from family medicine to wellness and performance strategy
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Recognizing the signs of burnout and its impact on health
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How modern convenience culture contributes to stress, weight gain, and exhaustion
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Common health issues linked to a fast-paced lifestyle
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The importance of mini pauses and self-check-ins for preventing burnout
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Strategies for balancing work, life, and self-care
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The societal glorification of overwork and its consequences
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Dr. Wright’s advice on prioritizing well-being and sustainable success
Connect with Dr. Judy Wright:
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Website | wellnesswithdrjudy.com
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Facebook | www.facebook.com/judy.wright.7771
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Instagram | @judywrightmd
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Linked In | www.linkedin.com/in/judywrightmd
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Youtube | @Dr.JudyWrightMD
About Dr. Judy Wright
Dr. Judy Wright, MD, is a distinguished Family Medicine physician with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. Her journey in medicine began with a childhood fascination, driven by a deep belief in healthcare's power to heal and unite communities.
Dr. Wright is the Founder and CEO of JW Health Consulting LLC. As a physician, she recognizes the increasing cases of burnout among professionals working in high-stress environments. As a Wellness and Performance Strategist, she is dedicated to helping medical professionals and leaders prioritize their well-being in order to increase their capacity for high performance sustainably, and obtaining unbridled success faster.
Dr. Wright has been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS, PBS, ScrippsTV, NY Weekly, and more. Her impactful work has earned her recognition as one of SUCCESS Magazine's 2023 Women of Influence, highlighting her as a leader who inspires change and transforms lives. As an international keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, she shares her insights with audiences worldwide, advocating for a culture shift in healthcare that values the well-being of its providers.
Author of "Girl! Get Your Life Off The Fault Line: The Busy Professional's Guide For Mastering Balance to Shift From Overwhelmed To Empowered" and co-author of "Self-Care is Not a Mani-Pedi," Dr. Wright provides valuable resources for those seeking to enhance their well-being and career satisfaction.
Balancing her impactful career with a fulfilling family life, Dr. Wright exemplifies the balance she teaches, demonstrating that with the right strategies, thriving both personally and professionally is not just possible—it's essential.
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