Your new, fully covered, weight care benefit
Lose weight, improve your health, and keep the results with 1:1 coaching, medical support, and optional GLP-1 medication.
Free for eligible MedWatch employees.
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What you'll get with Embla
Your own coach
Get matched with a trained health coach for 1:1 support on habits, nutrition, sleep, and more.
A personalized plan
Build routines that feel natural — not restrictive — with guidance tailored to your goals and lifestyle.
GLP-1 medication
GLP-1s (like Ozempic) may be prescribed if appropriate, always at the lowest effective dose and with a plan to taper.
Long-term support
We'll teach you the tools to keep your results for life, and without medication.
What makes Embla different?
Other programs often rely on medication alone or push short-term fixes. Embla combines behavior change with responsible medication use to help you achieve results that stick.
Healthy habits come first
Coaching is the core. You’ll get real human support to help build and stick with habits that fit your real life.
GLP-1s, if it's right for you
Not everyone needs it. If you do, GLP-1s are prescribed carefully — at the lowest effective dose, with medical monitoring.
A plan to taper
Most members eventually step down from meds — and keep the results. We guide you off the medication in the safest way possible, helping you avoid weight regain.
Whole-person health
You’ll feel the change everywhere. Lower blood pressure. Better sleep. Stronger mental health. And the energy to do what matters most.
Results that make a difference
Embla isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about helping you feel better, lose weight safely, and keep the results for the long term.
Lose 16.7% of your
weight in 12 months
On average, members lose nearly one-sixth of their body weight in the first year.
8 out of 10 taper
off medication
Most people step down successfully — and keep the weight off without relying on meds.
Fewer side
effects
Because doses are lower and safer, you avoid the discomfort of high-dose GLP-1s.
Better whole-health outcomes
Members report improved energy, sleep, blood pressure, and overall wellbeing.
What members say
Who can join?
You may join the program if:
You are on the MedWatch Health Plan
You have BMI 30+
You have at least one obesity-related comorbid condition, such as hypertension, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, obstructive sleep apnea, cardiovascular disease, osteoarthritis or other weight-related musculoskeletal conditions
Type 2 diabetes alone also qualifies (no other condition required)
Dependents are eligible if they are on the MedWatch Health Plan, have type 2 diabetes and are 18+ years old
What’s required from you
Embla is here to support you, but your commitment is what makes the program work. To get the best results (and keep your spot in the program), you’ll need to:
Complete a short online health screening
Be approved by a licensed healthcare provider
Stay connected with your coach and complete
a quick check-in every 90 days
Show progress if you’re using medication
(at least 5% weight loss in the first 3 months)
Important: If participation drops off, you may need to wait 12 months before rejoining.
Two programs to choose from
Become part of our dedicated team.
EmblaThrive
Coaching only. Focused on lifestyle changes in nutrition, movement, sleep, and mindset.
EmblaThriveMD
Coaching + GLP-1 medication (if clinically appropriate), with medical oversight and a safe step-down plan
How to get started
Complete a quick screening
Takes 2 minutes. We’ll check eligibility based on BMI and health conditions.
Talk to a coach
If eligible, book an introduction call with one of our coaches to discuss your history, motivation, and program details.
Medication review (if needed)
If GLP-1s are right for you, you’ll have a medical review. If prescribed, meds are shipped to your door — fully covered.
Start your program
Use the Embla app to connect with your coach, track progress, and stay supported.
Lose weight.
Feel stronger.
Get healthier.
Coaching, care, and medication (if needed). All at no cost to you. See if you qualify in just 2 minutes.
FAQs
No. Embla is fully covered for eligible MedWatch employees. This includes coaching, medical reviews, and medication (if prescribed).
BMI of 30+ with at least one obesity-related comorbid condition such as hypertension, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, obstructive sleep apnea, cardiovascular disease, osteoarthritis or other weight-related musculoskeletal conditions.
No, medication is not mandatory. Many members find success through coaching alone. GLP-1 medication is available only if deemed medically appropriate and if you choose to use it.
If GLP-1s are suitable for you, an Embla clinician will evaluate your medical history. If safe, they will prescribe the medication and arrange for it to be shipped directly to your home, fully covered.
You’ll need to stay active in coaching and complete quick check-ins every 90 days. If you’re on medication, continued coverage depends on engagement and progress — your care team will guide you.
Most members connect with their coach 2-4 times a month. You also have unlimited chat access through the app. The program is flexible, allowing you to set a pace that works best for you. Most members see best results after 8 - 12 months.
You may be temporarily paused from the program and can rejoin after 12 months.