Recent content by Kit_87

Protein is often the plateau unlock. When eating less overall, total intake can quietly drop below what muscle needs. Tracking it specifically - aiming for a number rather than just eating well - tends to restart things.

Stepping back when the current dose is causing issues is a legitimate move. The medication still works at lower doses, just more slowly. 48 lbs from October is solid progress by any measure.

Five years is rare enough that it's genuinely worth reading about as a data point. The body contouring chapter is the one most people don't mention publicly even though it's a real part of the journey for significant loss. What's the relationship with food like now compared to year one? Whether...

I totally get that feeling of being shocked in pictures. I used to HATE having my picture taken. Since losing some weight, I'm a little more relaxed about it. It's a mental game as much as physical!

Fab!

That's fantastic! I'm almost at my first goal, about 18lbs down in 4+ months. It's been a struggle with insulin resistance from PCOS, so this feels like a huge win.

Good job, but heads up. Yo-yoing is super common if you don't stick with GLP-1s for a long time *after* you've lost the weight.

I gave myself my first injection last night, and even though my doctor suggested .5mg, I went with .25mg instead. Reading this kinda confirms that I did the right thing. Taylor1982, so sorry you're feeling so rough! Sounds terrible. 🥺 Mints have always helped me when I'm nauseous or have tummy...

Maybe in a few months I will scale down to establish my maintenance dose or stay where I am. I have exceeded my goal weight multiple times. I just keep moving the goalposts and raising my standards.

Being able to squeeze into the back of our family van when necessary has been a major win for me.

I absolutely hated how retatrutide made me feel. My resting heart rate felt like a full-blown panic attack, and everything I are made me nauseous. It felt like a punishment. I tried switching from tirzepatide, and it was so awful that I switched back. Now I’m on 20mg of tirzepatide and I feel...

LOL, that's funny. Now you have a hiding spot if there's an intruder!

That's a great idea! I might have to try hitting up some local shops. My closet is in shambles right now lol.

Thanks everyone for the support!

Hey everyone! Just wanted to give a quick update. I've recently started incorporating regular 5K runs into my week. This medicine has been a game-changer in managing my diabetes, and I've been able to cut back on some of my other meds. Plus, honestly, I feel like I'm looking pretty good. I...