Sema 1-Year Update

WolfHealed

WolfHealed

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Starting weight: ~250 pounds
Current weight: ~195 pounds
Total dropped on sema: ~55 pounds

I started semaglutide around mid-August last year, and I'm still taking 1.25mg. I'm about 30lbs away from my goal weight. I initially dropped about 50+ lbs before starting sema. I had this old t-shirt that I couldn't put on. It's a size large. I have an apron belly, so the shirt is snug across my hips, but it's gradually getting looser. I'm hoping I can stop taking the meds completely by next summer.

What's been working for me:

Tracking calories/macros (~1800-2000kcal), therapy, semaglutide, and going to the gym 3-4x a week doing weights with a little cardio. Lots of water, no extra supplements except collagen for skin/joints. A fairly high-protein diet, nothing too wild. I eat what I want, but I make sure I track it. My PMS cravings are still there and hit hard sometimes, even with the meds. Otherwise, I don't notice many side effects. I get some diarrhea usually the day after my injection but I feel fine besides that.

Ask away!
 
Hey there! Thanks for sharing your journey on the community!

Just a quick reminder about the rules. We can't talk about semaglutide that isn't approved by the FDA, and buying or selling meds is a no-go, including through DMs. Don't answer or ask for DMs from anyone trying to sell stuff. They're not supported by this group.

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Wow, a year on sema! That's an awesome transformation. Would you mind if I shared this on the community? We're putting together GLP-1 before and after posts so people can find them easily. Of course, you can post it there yourself if you'd rather.
 
WolfHealed said:
I get some diarrhea usually the day after my injection
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Do you find that electrolytes help with that at all? Maybe something like LMNT or just a sugar-free sports drink?
 
It's so inspirational to see people succeeding with this medication! I'm down about 25 pounds since spring. The meds coupled with consistent workouts have been life-changing. Blood work also improved!
 
I'm always curious about what happens after people reach their goal weight and stop the meds. Anyone worried about regaining?
 
Hey ZepboundZen, that's definitely a concern for me. I'm hoping that by continuing the habits I've built – the diet, exercise and the therapy – I can keep the weight off. It's all about maintaining a healthy lifestyle, I guess!
 
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