Conquer Your Weight

Sarah Stombaugh, MD
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Learn to understand your mind and body so you can achieve long term weight loss. For more information, please visit my website: www.sarahstombaughmd.com

  1. 1D AGO

    Episode #173: Maintenance Mode: How to Keep Weight Off After Losing It

    Maintenance is the phase of weight loss that most people spend the majority of their lives in, yet it is rarely discussed. In this episode, Dr. Sarah Stombaugh explores what it actually takes to keep weight off after losing it. She explains why weight regain is so common and how biology, appetite hormones, and metabolic changes can make long term maintenance challenging. Most importantly, she introduces a key principle that shapes successful maintenance: how you lose weight is how you keep it off. Dr. Stombaugh discusses why sustainable strategies matter and why extreme or restrictive approaches often lead to weight regain. She explores the importance of building a healthy relationship with food, moving away from all or nothing thinking, and learning how to enjoy food while still supporting your health goals. Maintenance is not about perfection or rigid control. Instead, it is about developing habits that are realistic, repeatable, and supportive of your long term wellbeing. The episode also highlights the value of intentional planning, ongoing awareness, and continued support during the maintenance phase. Dr. Stombaugh shares practical ways to prevent gradual weight regain through small habits such as thoughtful meal planning, monitoring progress without becoming obsessive, and maintaining accountability. If you have ever wondered what life looks like after weight loss, this episode offers a clear and encouraging roadmap for building a sustainable approach to long term success. Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com If you’re looking for support during your GLP journey, check out The GLP Guide. This on-demand video program will give you answers to the questions you have! Get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp

    21 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Episode #172: What Happens After You Reach the Maximum GLP Dose?

    In this episode of Conquer Your Weight, Dr. Sarah Stombaugh answers a question many patients ask as they progress through treatment with GLP medications: what happens when you reach the maximum dose? Because these medications are gradually increased over several months, many people worry that once they reach the highest dose, they have reached the end of their weight loss journey. In reality, reaching the maximum dose is often just another step in the process rather than the end of treatment. Dr. Stombaugh explains how GLP medications are titrated and why the maximum dose simply represents the highest dose that has been studied and approved for safety and effectiveness. For many patients, appetite regulation becomes more stable at this stage, and weight loss may continue even after reaching the highest dose. At the same time, it is normal for weight loss to slow as the body adapts to a lower weight and changing metabolic needs. During the episode, Dr. Stombaugh discusses common concerns patients have at this stage, including worries about plateaus, questions about whether the medication will stop working, and uncertainty about what comes next. She explains how clinicians evaluate progress and when adjustments to lifestyle or treatment may be helpful. For many people, reaching the maximum dose is also the point where the focus begins to shift toward maintaining weight loss and supporting long term health. This episode helps listeners understand that obesity care is a long term process and that reaching the maximum dose does not mean options have run out. Instead, it is often a sign that treatment has reached a stable phase where patients can continue building sustainable habits and protecting the progress they have made. Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com If you’re looking for support during your GLP journey, check out The GLP Guide. This on-demand video program will give you answers to the questions you have! Get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp

    22 min

  3. APR 22

    Episode #171: Wegovy HD is Here! Is It Right For You?

    In this episode of Conquer Your Weight, Dr. Sarah Stombaugh discusses the newly approved higher-dose version of semaglutide, Wegovy HD (7.2 mg). She reviews the latest clinical trial data showing how effective the higher dose is for weight loss and how it compares to the standard 2.4 mg Wegovy dose. Dr. Stombaugh also explains the side effect profile of the higher dose, what patients can expect during treatment, and how clinicians help manage common GLP-1 side effects. Finally, she compares Wegovy HD to Zepbound (tirzepatide) and discusses how to think about choosing the right medication based on effectiveness, tolerability, and individual goals. Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia, and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com If you’re looking for support during your GLP journey, check out The GLP Guide. This on-demand video program will give you answers to the questions you have! Get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp

    15 min

  4. APR 15

    Episode #169: Should You Switch GLP Medications?

    In this episode of Conquer Your Weight, Dr. Sarah Stombaugh explores a question many patients ask during their weight loss journey: should I switch GLP medications? With several effective options now available, including semaglutide and tirzepatide, it is common for people to wonder whether a different medication might lead to better results. Some patients consider switching because their weight loss has slowed, while others are dealing with side effects, insurance coverage changes, or curiosity about newer medications. Dr. Stombaugh explains how these medications work and reviews the differences between commonly prescribed options. She discusses why some patients respond differently to one medication compared with another and why switching can sometimes make sense. Situations such as inadequate response to a medication, persistent side effects, or changes in insurance coverage may lead a clinician to consider trying a different option. At the same time, Dr. Stombaugh emphasizes that switching medications is not always the solution. Many patients are still early in treatment or have not yet reached the most effective dose of their current medication. In other cases, weight loss may slow because of normal metabolic changes, lifestyle factors, or expectations that do not reflect the reality of long term weight management. Understanding these factors can help patients make thoughtful decisions rather than assuming a new medication will automatically lead to faster results. This episode also walks through what typically happens when patients transition from one medication to another, including how doses are adjusted and what to expect during the transition period. Dr. Stombaugh encourages listeners to work closely with a knowledgeable clinician who can help evaluate whether switching medications is the right choice for their individual situation. Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com If you’re looking for support during your GLP journey, check out The GLP Guide. This on-demand video program will give you answers to the questions you have! Get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp

    23 min

  5. APR 15

    Episode #170: What You Need to Know About Foundayo

    In this week’s episode, Dr. Sarah Stombaugh reviews the newest GLP medication: Foundayo. Foundayo (orforglipron) is a once-daily oral GLP medication, offering a potentially more convenient option for patients seeking medical support for weight loss. Dr. Stombaugh breaks down the latest data from the ATTAIN clinical trials, explaining how effective this medication appears to be for weight loss and how it compares with existing GLP medications. She also reviews the most common side effects seen in the trials and what patients should realistically expect if they start treatment. Finally, she discusses who may be a good candidate for this medication, situations where it may be particularly helpful, and what we currently know about cost and access. If you have been curious about new options for weight loss medications, this episode provides a clear and practical overview of what this new oral GLP may offer. Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com If you’re looking for support during your GLP journey, check out The GLP Guide. This on-demand video program will give you answers to the questions you have! Get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp

    25 min

  6. APR 1

    Episode #168: Why Your Weight Loss Has Slowed Down and What to Do About It

    In this episode of Conquer Your Weight, Dr. Sarah Stombaugh addresses one of the most common and frustrating experiences in a weight loss journey: when progress slows down. Many people begin GLP medications such as Zepbound and Wegovy and see encouraging results in the first few months, only to feel discouraged when the scale starts moving more slowly. If this has happened to you, you are not alone. Slowing weight loss is a normal and expected part of the process, and it does not mean that the medication has stopped working or that you are doing something wrong. Dr. Stombaugh explains the biology behind why weight loss naturally slows over time. As the body becomes smaller, it requires fewer calories to function, which means the same habits that led to early weight loss may no longer produce the same results. She also discusses how normal fluctuations from hormones, salt intake, travel, or the menstrual cycle can make it seem like weight loss has stalled even when overall progress is still happening. In this conversation, Dr. Stombaugh walks through some of the most common reasons weight loss slows down while taking GLP medications, including changes in appetite, gradual increases in portion sizes, loss of muscle mass, inconsistent medication use, and the effects of stress and sleep. She also shares practical strategies that can help patients restart progress, from focusing on protein intake and strength training to reviewing medication dosing with a physician. Most importantly, this episode reframes the idea of a plateau. Sustainable weight loss is rarely linear, and slower progress often reflects the body adapting in healthy ways. With the right adjustments and continued support, patients can keep moving toward their long term goals. Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com If you’re looking for support during your GLP journey, check out The GLP Guide. This on-demand video program will give you answers to the questions you have! Get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp

    22 min

  7. MAR 25

    Episode #167: Your Spring Break Survival Guide

    Planning a spring break or upcoming vacation? This episode was inspired by an email from Dr. Nikita Shah, an obesity medicine physician and close friend of Dr. Stombaugh. In this episode, Dr. Stombaugh discusses how to travel with weight loss medications safely and effectively, set clear intentions before vacation, such as maintaining or losing weight, how to manage alcohol and desserts intentionally to avoid overindulgence, and strategies for proper sleep and relaxation to prevent vacation fatigue. If you want to set up your spring break for success, this episode is for you! Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia, and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com For patients in the Orlando, Florida area, check out Dr. Nikita Shah at https://weight-sense.com/ If you’re looking for support during your GLP journey, check out The GLP Guide. This on-demand video program will give you answers to the questions you have! Get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always talk with your personal physician.

    24 min

  8. MAR 25

    Episode #165: What to Eat on a GLP

    One of the most common questions people ask after starting a GLP medication like Wegovy or Zepbound is: What should I be eating now? Between social media advice, rigid “GLP meal plans,” and fear of side effects, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or to think you need to eat as little as possible for the medication to work. In this episode, Dr. Sarah Stombaugh walks through how to eat in a way that supports your body while taking a GLP medication, without extreme rules, guilt, or diet culture. This is a practical, flexible guide to fueling your body, reducing side effects, and setting yourself up for sustainable success. The goal of eating on a GLP isn’t to eat as little as possible; it’s to eat enough of the right things to support your metabolism, muscle, and energy. When you fuel your body well, GLP medications work better and feel better. Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com If you’re looking for support during your GLP journey, check out The GLP Guide. This on-demand video program will give you answers to the questions you have! Get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always talk with your personal physician.

    29 min
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Learn to understand your mind and body so you can achieve long term weight loss. For more information, please visit my website: www.sarahstombaughmd.com

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  • Creator
    Sarah Stombaugh, MD
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    173
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    © 2026 Conquer Your Weight
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