Episode 214: The Burnout Loop: Why High Achievers Keep Crashing with Dr. Judy Wright
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
Release Date: 09/08/2025
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...
info_outline
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...
info_outline
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....
info_outline
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...
info_outline
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_outline
Episode 223: Orforglipron 101: The Next Big Thing in Obesity Medications
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
If you've been waiting for a GLP-1 weight loss medication that doesn't require injections, special timing, or refrigeration—this episode is for you. Learn about the groundbreaking oral pill that could hit the market as early as 2026. For years, effective obesity medications have meant needles. But Orforglipron could change everything. In this episode, I break down the science, clinical trial results, and approval timeline for this first-of-its-kind once-daily pill that delivers GLP-1 benefits without the injection barriers. Whether you're needle-averse, struggle with injection site...
info_outline
Episode 222: Holiday Strategies for Staying on Track
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
The average American gains 5-10 pounds during the holidays—weight that rarely comes off afterward. As we officially enter what I call "the holiday stretch," I'm giving you practical strategies to enjoy your celebrations without derailing your health goals. Here's the truth: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's are just ONE DAY each—not two months of non-stop eating. In this episode, I'm sharing seven evidence-based strategies that work in real life—whether you're dealing with pushy relatives, office parties, or emotional eating triggers. I'll show you how to enjoy your holiday...
info_outline
Episode 221: Obesity is more than willpower
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
If you've ever been told to "just eat less and move more," or struggled with weight despite doing everything "right," this episode will validate your experience and challenge the harmful myths that still exist—even in medicine. In this deeply personal episode, I will share what happened when a colleague dismissed obesity as "lifestyle driven" rather than a chronic disease. Her response is a powerful reminder that this condition is far more complex than willpower. I will also open up about my own decades-long journey—including training for two full Ironmans and seven marathons—and why...
info_outline
Episode 220: Historic Agreement on GLP-1 Obesity Medication
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
In this powerful episode, I will break down one of the biggest developments in obesity and diabetes treatment in U.S. history. Two major pharmaceutical companies - Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk - have reached a groundbreaking agreement with the administration that will drastically reduce the prices of popular medications like Wegovy, Ozempic, and Zepbound. This pricing model could transform how obesity medications are covered, distributed, and accessed across Medicare, Medicaid, and direct-to-consumer platforms. Tune in to learn what this new deal means for patients, healthcare providers, and...
info_outline
Episode 219: Microdosing GLP-1s: Does It Actually Work?
Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight Loss
Seen TikTok videos about taking "just a little bit" of Ozempic or counting pen clicks instead of using the prescribed dose? That's microdosing, and it's showing up everywhere—from social media to patient discussions. In this episode, I will cut through the hype to explain what microdosing GLP-1 medications really means, why people are trying it (spoiler: cost and side effects), and what the research actually says. I will discuss the concept of "super responders" who seem to do well on lower doses, the lack of scientific backing for DIY microdosing, and the real risks of using compounded or...
info_outlineAre you wearing your ability to "push through" like a badge of honor, even when your body and mind are telling you to stop?
In this episode, Dr. Judy Wright, a board-certified physician and burnout prevention expert, explores why constantly pushing through obstacles can actually sabotage your progress. She discusses the difference between true grit and "masking grit," and how the latter can lead to chronic fatigue, brain fog, and derailed weight loss goals. Dr. Judy shares practical strategies including the power of three non-negotiables, the importance of self-compassion, and why sometimes you need to slow down to speed up. She covers the physical and emotional red flags of burnout, the science behind stress hormones and their impact on your body, and actionable steps to reset when you're running on empty.
Tune in to discover how to build sustainable success without burning yourself out, and learn why taking care of yourself isn't selfish, it's essential for long-term achievement.
Upcoming Masterclass: How to Triple Your Impact without Tripling Your Stress: Maximize your results and success without burnout.
Time: Sept. 16, 2025 , 12 PM EST
To Register: https://bit.ly/triple-impact-not-stress-share
Episode Highlights:
-
Why society celebrates the "hustle" mentality and how it can become dangerous for high achievers
-
True Grit vs. Masking Grit
-
Recognizing signs of burnout
-
How stress hormones impact hunger, cognition, and overall health, especially during perimenopause and menopause
-
The Three Non-Negotiables Strategy
-
Building sustainable habits rather than relying on fleeting motivation
Connect with Judy Wright, MD
-
Website | www.judywrightmd.com
-
LinkedIn | www.linkedin.com/in/judywrightmd
-
Instagram | @judywrightmd
About Judy Wright, MD
Judy Wright, MD is a physician, speaker, and burnout expert and coach. She brings over 20 years of experience to her clients - empowering high-achieving professionals to prioritize well-being, prevent burnout, and achieve sustainable high performance. She's the the Founder and CEO of JW Health Consulting and the author of "Girl! Get Your Life Off The Fault Line: The Busy Professional's Guide For Mastering Balance to Shift From Overwhelmed To Empowered." She is also the host of the Balance to Excellence Show, a podcast for health professionals on managing their high-stress careers and finding balance as a path to true success.
Dr. Wright has been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS, PBS, ScrippsTV, NY Weekly, and more.
Recognized as one of SUCCESS Magazine's 2023 Women of Influence, Dr. Wright balances her impactful career with family life as a wife and mother, while enjoying DIY pursuits.
Resources:
FREE! Discover the 5 Reasons Your Weight-Loss Journey Has Gotten Derailed (And How To Get Back On Track!) 👉 Click