How should healthcare providers approach GLP-1 Agonists (Ozempic, Wegovy, etc.)?

After the boom in usage of weight loss inhibitors last year by the likes of Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and more, it's time to take a step back and look at how these new medications have changed our healthcare landscape.

July 18, 2024 | Brendan Copley, CSCS, ATC | Ashley Jerry, MS

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After the boom in usage of weight loss inhibitors last year by the likes of Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and more, it's time to take a step back and look at how these new medications have changed our healthcare landscape.

Personal Trainer Brendan Copley, CSCS, ATC, and Nutritionist Ashley Jerry, MS, tackle the important questions of who should be taking these GLP-1 Agonist medications, concerns to watch out for, what to think about when coming and off the medication, and finally, what other healthy habits should be incorporated into the process to ensure clients stay healthy and achieve the results they were looking for.

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Brendan Copley

Brendan Copley

Brendan Copley, CSCS, ATC, is a personal trainer who specializes in working with endurance athletes and post-rehab clients. Brendan also serves as the Wellness Lead across all Performance locations.

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Ashley Jerry

Ashley Jerry

Ashley Jerry, MS, is a nutritionist who specializes in a variety of fields, including food sensitivities, medical conditions, and sports nutrition. Her expertise includes gut health issues, weight loss, self-image and an overall understanding of nutrition, as well as treating a diverse range of medical conditions such as high cholesterol, high blood glucose levels, obesity, pregnancy, gastrointestinal function, anxiety, depression, and overall health.

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