Recent content by ZepBoundAndDown

Measurements, energy level, clothing fit, and sleep quality are the markers that move when the scale doesn't - tracking those during stalls is what keeps the perspective right. The scale often catches up in a week or two after it looks stuck.

235 to 159 in seven months is a strong sema result - that kind of pace is in the top range. Arms tend to lag behind the rest; skin and muscle tone catch up over the following year, especially with any resistance work.

Selank and Semax work on anxiety and BDNF pathways - different mechanism than Adamax. If the goal is attention specifically, Semax tends to get more reported benefit for focus than Selank, which does more on the anxiety-reducing side that lets concentration land.

That's a great point, ShapeCrew. It's all about finding a healthy and sustainable balance. I'm starting to think about maintenance myself, and it's honestly a little scary!

That’s seriously amazing. Seeing that kind of progress is so inspiring to those of us still on the path. Posts like this kept me going when I first started on my journey.

Dude, that's the opposite of what we want! I'm glad I'm not there yet, hopefully it stays that way. I still like my veggies.

Thanks for the info, In_The_Making! I appreciate the straight talk. I don't want to wait another 3-4 months after the 8 months I've already waited since my accident to start losing weight. Good luck with your shoulders!

I still enjoy food but deep fried or fatty food (like my formerly beloved pork belly) make me nauseated instantly so it's been so easy to give them up. I do miss dessert though- it does nothing for me anymore which is good but also a little sad

Thanks, Sema_Sister, that's helpful. My wife's doc stopped her Ozempic 2 weeks before and after gallbladder surgery (she takes it for diabetes). I had a compound fracture in my right leg above the ankle in June 2025, didn't bear weight for 16 weeks and now I'm getting more surgery. Tibia...

How long do you think you'll be off for surgery, In_The_Making? I've been looking into this topic, but there isn't much solid info. My surgeon said he'd love to prescribe Mounjaro, but he won't because there's no data on how it affects soft tissue or bone growth. Any insights?

Anyone else find their favorite treats just aren't doing it for them anymore? I used to look forward to this huge sandwich from a local place, packed with meat and cheese and all the fixings. Now it just doesn't taste as awesome. Still enjoy food, but some things just aren't the same!

What dosages are you using for each, RXPete?

Yeah, I'm curious about this too. Reta isn't helping me with the constant food cravings.

It takes work! I mean, the meds definitely help, but without the diet and exercise, I don't think I would have seen these results. I'm really strict about my diet and try to never miss the gym.

That's awesome!