One Year on Wegovy: My Story

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I started Wegovy January 3rd last year, and it's hard to believe I'm already a year in and about 40 kgs lighter! (I'm female, 33, 5'6). It's been truly life-changing. I've always struggled with maintaining a calorie deficit, constantly battling cravings and feeling like I was failing. But Wegovy flipped a switch. It's like food lost its grip on me, making space in my brain for other things. I've been able to exercise consistently, explore new hobbies, and just live a healthier life overall. It's like I'm finally the person I always wanted to be. I'm working out because it feels good, I'm not reaching for alcohol every single day to deal with boredom, and I'm not obsessing over my next meal. So exciting!

Here are my biggest insights from the year:

* Prioritize healthy foods. Focus on protein, drink plenty of water, and mostly eat well. I've had very minimal side effects, even when I've had alcohol or junk food, and I think it's because of these healthy habits.
* Strive for progress, not perfection. I've tracked my calories from the start, but I'm not super strict. I've still had fast food occasionally, and I've still enjoyed celebrations with friends and family, including meals, wine, and cocktails!
* Track your weight, but don't forget measurements and photos. I measure myself monthly and take 'after' photos every 5 kg lost. Seeing those changes visually is so motivating!

I'm hoping to lose a few more kilos and get to 59 kg. Then I want to maintain for at least six months, letting my body adjust and hopefully build muscle while maintaining my exercise routine. I can't imagine stopping Wegovy entirely, but I'll try to lower my dose once I'm in maintenance. If anyone has any questions, ask away!
 
Wow, our stats are so similar! I peaked at 225 lbs and I'm currently maintaining around 143 lbs. Though it took me a fair bit longer. Major congrats!
 
Did you hit any plateaus during your weight loss? I feel stuck at the same weight for over a month. I know I've been consistent (except for a couple weeks around the holidays). I've actually been exercising even more lately, and my calories have been trending downwards. I'm at 2mg and will hit the max of 2.4mg soon, but nothing seems to be budging this stall.
 
I love the consistent before and after pics with the plain background!

I've been meaning to do that forever but it's hard to get everything aligned. Having the right clothes, being in the mood, same location/background, pose, everything! You nailed it.
 
I echo your feelings about this medication. It's like a miracle, fixing something fundamental in my brain. I'm feeling braver and generally happier. In just under 10 weeks, my health has improved immensely. I'm currently down around 25 lbs. I've started a belly dancing class, and I'm exercising daily. I feel like the best version of myself ever, which is saying something at 61! I'm tracking my calories, protein, and water intake daily. Light_Life, would you mind sharing your approximate calorie intake and exercise routine that led to your success?
 
I'm proud of you! I've been on it for a year and have seen a loss of only 40 lbs even though I'm eating well, meticulously tracking everything, drinking enough water, and exercising regularly (including weightlifting!)
 
I've lost about 30lbs in 4 months. I'm so excited to be the size I was 30 years ago!

Not sure whether I can maintain this, but I'm really enjoying it right now. My husband is too! 😂
 
Congratulations and thank you for the well-written summary. I'm 5'3", and your goal weight is my goal weight too. (I have a muscular build under the extra weight). I started about ten days ago and I've already noticed fewer cravings and I feel full with much smaller portions. I'm hoping my experience in a year mirrors yours. Thanks!
 
I went from 173 to 134 and have been off the medication for 4 months now. I stayed on a 0.5 dosage. When I first started, I’d get a slight tummy ache for a few minutes but I haven’t had any other side effects besides a reduced desire for alcohol. My sweet tooth vanished while I was on it, now I eat a bit more sweets, but I'm still not eating much overall. I'm most afraid of regaining the weight, so I weigh myself frequently to monitor it and so far, so good. Has anyone else had issues with regaining weight after stopping the medication?
 
WildLife said:
Has anyone had any trouble regaining once off the drug?
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That's a very common concern. Building sustainable habits while *on* the medication is key to long-term maintenance. If you're relying solely on the medication to suppress your appetite without also changing your diet and exercise, the weight is more likely to return.
 
Light_Life said:
would you mind sharing your approximate calorie intake and exercise routine that led to your success?
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I am consuming around 1400 calories a day, focusing on high-protein meals. I also try to drink at least 3 liters of water daily. As for exercise, I aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity activity most days of the week. This can include brisk walking, swimming, cycling, or dancing!
 
WolfHealed said:
Omg, I'm basically your 'before' picture right now! This is giving me so much motivation. Congrats on your amazing achievement!
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That's awesome! I also felt like that, and it's a great feeling to finally feel in control. I see you are just starting out. I would offer that you take honest before pictures and measurements. You will want to see how far you've come!
 
Inspired by this thread, I decided to increase my focus on strength training. I've been prioritizing cardio, but I need to build more muscle to boost my metabolism. Thanks for the motivation, everyone!
 
I've been off semaglutide for a few months and I've noticed my cravings are coming back a little bit more lately. I'm trying to be extra mindful of what I eat and when I eat it, to try and not gain back the weight. It's a constant but worthwhile battle.
 
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