Ozempic for a final push?

Avery1979

Avery1979

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Okay, so I've managed to drop about 55 pounds over the past couple of years just by cleaning up my diet and hitting the gym. I was around 235, now I'm hovering around 180. I'm really trying to shed another 15-ish pounds, but it feels impossible. Even though I work out (Pilates!) and I'm seeing more definition, the scale won't budge. I've always been told I have a larger frame (thanks, genetics!). Is Ozempic something people use in situations like this?
 
Honestly, if your insurance will cover it, or if you can work it into your budget, and you're eligible, why not give it a shot? They're supposed to be long-term solutions, though.
 
That's precisely what I did! I lost about 20 pounds on my own from 250 to 230, then I introduced Ozempic and I've lost another 35 pounds since the spring of '25. I think it was a really good move. If you already know how to shed pounds the natural way, it should work great with minimal side effects, and fat loss happens fast, and shuts down all the food cravings with zero health problems. All the healthy habits you have – diet and exercise – will be much easier to maintain. I suggest incorporating strength training a few times a week and upping your protein intake to preserve muscle mass. I strongly advise that you give it a shot. You can stop it anytime if you don't care for it.
 
Back in '18, I weighed 280 at 5'4". Using a popular diet plan, I got down to 220 over like 18 months. Then I stalled. Last year, new meds and perimenopause threw a wrench in the works, and I gained back about 15, putting me at 235 again. I started Ozempic about a year ago, and I'm now at 205. I've been stuck there for a bit but just bumped up my dosage. The biggest thing I realized on Ozempic is that 'food noise' is real. I never recognized how much it controlled my mind. It wasn't hunger, it was something else entirely. Besides the weight loss, I feel so much clearer mentally. Side effects have been manageable, thankfully. I'm taking it slow with the dosage increases because I'd rather feel good than rush and suffer. My previous diet taught me patience, lol. So yeah, I encourage anyone to try it. It's not a miracle cure; you still need to make lifestyle changes. But it helped quiet the noise in my head. I couldn't listen to my body before, but now I can. It's made all the difference.
 
Definitely apply some science to this! From my experience, the lifestyle changes you've already made will have a greater impact with the assistance of medication, while decreasing lifestyle-related stress. It's like an old car getting a tune-up and now it works like a new one. Depending on your budget, you could also consider switching from Semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy) to Tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound), which some patients say gives better results for weight loss and fewer/no side-effects. A simpler and cheaper option is compounded versions of either drug. Telehealth companies are your best bet for access. They can issue a prescription and work with compounding labs that will mail you the medication and supplies. Here's a link to a subreddit about compounded Tirzepatide: Scroll down to no. 5 for an excellent explanation of FDA regulations. Many beginners like Big Easy Weight Loss because of the personal attention from an MD.
 
Just remember you can always change your mind. Start it and see what happens. I only wanted to drop 40 pounds. I dropped 30 and i want to stay on it forever
 
Solid. Midwestern built. And yes, big-boned. Heard it all my life. Use Ozempic as the tool it is designed to be and kiss those last stubborn 20 pounds goodbye. You will not regret this.
 
Just lose the weight the normal way. This thread is full of people making excuses for taking the easy way out. There’s a reason most people don’t tell anyone they are on a GLP1 and it’s so they can take the credit for losing weight.
 
Free said:
That's precisely what I did! ... If you don't care for it.
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Thanks, Free, that's helpful to hear about your experience. I think I'm most worried about experiencing nasty side effects. But good to know that you can just stop if it's not a good fit.
 
Heart_Queen said:
Just lose the weight the normal way. This thread is full of people making excuses for taking the easy way out. There’s a reason most people don’t tell anyone they are on a GLP1 and it’s so they can take the credit for losing weight.
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It's not always about the 'easy way out'! Some of us have tried everything and need a little extra help. There's no shame in using the tools available to us. And who cares who gets the credit? It's about feeling better and being healthier. I'm open about my GLP-1 use. It's not a secret I'm hiding.
 
I've also been seeing some interesting stuff about peptides. I'm not sure if they're related to GLP-1s or anything, but someone was saying peptides can be slow to work. Something about a guy using MK-677 and getting bad side effects even at low doses. Anyone know anything about those?
 
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