Love. Practice. Progress.

About Love. Practice. Progress.

Love. Practice. Progress. is a Rising Stars Wellness podcast about becoming healthier without chasing perfection. Through honest conversations, personal stories, expert insights, and practical strategies, we explore wellness, mindset, movement, nutrition, self-trust, relationships, and the everyday work of becoming who you want to be. Because lasting change isn’t built in one perfect moment. It’s built through love, practice, and progress.

Publisher

Rising Stars Wellness

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Aug 2026

Latest episode

25 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Oct 2026

   When Life Gets in the Way: Rest, Reset & Keep Going | S1 Ep10

   Ever feel like one missed day throws your whole routine off? In this episode of Love. Practice. Progress., Anjelis and Andrea share how they handle unexpected interruptions, from getting sick and missing commitments to learning that rest is part of wellness. They talk about letting go of guilt, being kinder to yourself, building self-trust, and finding small ways to keep showing up even when life doesn't go as planned. Because a pause doesn't mean you've lost your progress. Give yourself grace. Reset, don't restart. 💛 Watch the episode: https://youtu.be/HOyYcCBJjG0 Learn more: https://risingstarswellness.com/ This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice.

2. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Why We Struggle to Stay Consistent (Even When We Know What to Do) | S1 Ep9

   Why is it so hard to follow through on healthy habits, even when we know what we should be doing? In this episode of Love. Practice. Progress., Anjelis and Andrea talk about why our wellness goals often get pushed aside, how all-or-nothing thinking holds us back, and why waiting for motivation isn't always the answer. They share how small, realistic actions, better routines, and keeping promises to yourself can help you build consistency and self-trust, even on your busiest days. You don't need a perfect routine to make progress. Start small, stay connected to your goals, and give yourself credit for showing up. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/Zkjvg5vzGKE Learn more: https://risingstarswellness.com/ This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice.

3. 

   2 Oct 2026

   Reset, Don’t Restart: Staying on Track During the Holidays | S1 Ep8

   Do the holidays mean putting your wellness journey on pause until January? In this episode, Anjelis and Andrea talk about enjoying holiday meals without guilt, emotional eating, changing your relationship with food, and resetting with your next supportive choice instead of starting over. One meal doesn’t erase your progress. Enjoy the moment, then reset. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/RhNIWYgmLP0 Learn more: https://risingstarswellness.com/ This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice.

4. 

   28 Sept 2026

   Stop Starting Over: Weight Loss While Traveling | S1 Ep7

   Can you travel, eat at restaurants, enjoy dessert, and still stay connected to your weight-loss goals? Yes, but it may require changing what “staying on track” means. After returning from a weeklong work trip, Anjelis shares how she used moderation, simple food tracking, flexible workouts, and the equipment available to stay accountable without expecting perfection. Anjelis and Andrea also unpack the all-or-nothing thinking behind cheat meals, punishment, and waiting until Monday to begin again. You do not need another day one. You simply need your next supportive choice. Watch the full conversation: https://youtu.be/EBKR_Fot7tU (https://youtu.be/EBKR_Fot7tU) Learn more: https://risingstarswellness.com/ (https://risingstarswellness.com/) This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice.

5. 

   18 Sept 2026

   What No One Tells You About Losing Weight | S1 Ep6

   Everyone talks about losing weight. Few people talk about what happens when the weight comes off but your mind has not caught up with your changing body. Anjelis and Andrea have an honest conversation about body image, loose skin, food relationships, uncomfortable comments, maintenance, and the emotional work that continues after significant weight loss. They also explore why one imperfect choice does not erase your progress—and why learning to reset is more powerful than constantly starting over. Learn more: https://risingstarswellness.com/ This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

6. 

   11 Sept 2026

   When the Scale Stops Moving: GLP-1 Weight-Loss Plateaus | S1 Ep5

   When the scale stops moving, it is easy to assume you have failed—or that your GLP-1 dose needs to increase. In this episode, Anjelis and Andrea unpack why weight-loss plateaus happen, why the scale does not tell the whole story, and what to reassess before making changes. From nutrition and movement to hydration, sleep, and mindset, this conversation will help you treat a plateau as useful information—not personal failure. Watch the episode: https://youtu.be/2zVjVxqZzak (https://youtu.be/2zVjVxqZzak)Learn more: https://risingstarswellness.com/ (https://risingstarswellness.com/) This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

7. 

   4 Sept 2026

   GLP-1s Are Not DIY: Brand Name, Compounded, and Research Use Only | S1 Ep4

   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/ (https://risingstarswellness.com/) Download the free GLP-1 Quick Guide: https://leads.risingstarswellness.com/ (https://leads.risingstarswellness.com/) RSW Performance helps individuals create thoughtfully curated home gyms designed around their goals, available space, and budget. https://rswperformance.com/ (https://rswperformance.com/) Connect with us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/risingstarswellness (https://www.facebook.com/risingstarswellness) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rising.stars.wellness (https://www.youtube.com/@rising.stars.wellness) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glp1lifestylesupport/ (https://www.instagram.com/glp1lifestylesupport/) TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@glp1.lifestyle.su (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.

8. 

   29 Aug 2026

   What Is a Calorie Deficit? Lose Fat Without Extreme Dieting | S1 Ep3

   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/ (https://risingstarswellness.com/) Download the free GLP-1 Quick Start Guide: https://leads.risingstarswellness.com/ (https://leads.risingstarswellness.com/) Love yourself to health. Progress, not perfection. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

9. 

   21 Aug 2026

   The Identity Shift No One Talks About After Weight Loss | S1 Ep2

   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/ (https://rswperformance.com/) Connect with us: Facebook: Rising Stars Wellness https://www.facebook.com/risingstarswellness (https://www.facebook.com/risingstarswellness) YouTube: Rising Stars Wellness https://www.youtube.com/@rising.stars.wellness (https://www.youtube.com/@rising.stars.wellness) Instagram: GLP-1 Lifestyle Support https://www.instagram.com/glp1lifestylesupport/ (https://www.instagram.com/glp1lifestylesupport/) TikTok: GLP-1 Lifestyle Support https://www.tiktok.com/@glp1.lifestyle.su (https://www.tiktok.com/@glp1.lifestyle.su) This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.

10. 

    14 Aug 2026

    Why You Keep Starting Over: Building Self Trust That Lasts | S1 Ep1

    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.

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