Rise Wellness

💉WHAT IS SEMAGLUTIDE?
It is a GLP-1 (a gut hormone) that works by delaying gastric emptying which will keep you fuller longer. It also suppresses hunger by signaling your brain that you are full so you can lose weight without feeling like you are depriving yourself.
💉 HOW QUICKLY WILL I SEE RESULTS?
Most people will begin to see changes within the first two weeks. It is important to put in the work to help facilitate weight loss. A consistent calorie deficit and exercise are key.
💉 MEDICATION ARRIVED, NOW WHAT?
The medication will be delivered on ice. Be sure to get your vial in the fridge ASAP! Read the insert provided in the box and store your syringes and alcohol pads in a safe place.
💉 HOW DO I ADMINISTER MEDICATION?
There is a guide on how to administer a subQ injection from the insert in the perscription box. Helpful tips: Inject in the abdomen at least 2” away from belly button, “pinch an inch” before injecting. Inject at 90-degree angle. Always swab the top of the vial with alcohol before drawing up medication and always swab your injection site with an alcohol pad.
💉 I MISSED A DOSE, WHAT DO I DO?
Administer as soon as you remember and adjust the following does accordingly. There must be 7 days in between each injection.
💉 WHAT TO DO IF HAVING SIDE EFFECTS?
Contact me and we will discuss how you are feeling and come up with a plan. There are a number of alleviating medications or supplements you can take to help.
💉 TIPS FOR SUCCESS:
While Semaglutide is very effective for weight loss, there is some work that must be done on your end. It is important to incorporate healthy fats and protein into your diet to maintain your muscle and lose fat. A CONSISTENT calorie deficit and an exercise regimen paired with your medication will lead you to weight loss success! You can do this!

Do you know your why? Without your why, you will lose your focus. Why are you losing the weight? To fit in some clothes you’ve been saving? To make yourself feel good naked? To just feel healthier in your day-to-day life? Find your why so you can stay on track. You won’t have to sacrifice dessert forever but if you need to skip it a few days to break the plateau, stand up for yourself and fight for your why!!! You’ve got this!! 💪🏽

MEASURE yourself!! This is one of my top suggestions to do if you know you get frustrated when the scale doesn’t move. When you don’t see the scale move but you see the inches move, it can turn your grey sky blue! Hello NSV (non-scale victory)!!!!!