Weekly Weigh-In: I Gained 1.3 Pounds (and I'm Still Winning)
Let’s just say it: I gained 1.3 pounds this week and I’m not spiraling. I’m not panicking, not backtracking, not re-downloading MyFitnessPal for the 12th time this year. I’m just… here. Still on the journey. Still doing the work.
How I Broke My GLP-1 Stall: 3 Things That Actually Helped
If you're on a GLP-1 medication and the scale has stalled, or your appetite is weird, your energy's low, or nothing feels like it's working anymore, you're not alone. I’ve been there. This post walks you through the three things that actually helped me break a stall on my own journey. These aren’t extreme, and they’re not the same old advice you’ve seen a hundred times. These are real shifts that made a real difference.
Weekly Weigh-In: Apologies, Period Week, and Progress Anyway
Some weeks, the scale isn’t the main story.
This week was emotional. Not just because I’m on my period (hi, PMDD), but because I got some feedback on a recent video and I want to start by addressing it. Then I’ll walk you through the weigh-in, tracking wins, and how I’m using my custom GPT and supplements to stay consistent even when everything feels off.
The Truth About Low Doses: Why I Didn't Keep Increasing My GLP-1 Meds
If you’re on a GLP-1 medication and the scale has stalled, or even stopped, you’re not alone. I know how tempting it is to immediately go up in dose. Your prescription says to, your doctor probably says to, and let’s be honest... social media makes it feel like everyone else is doing it too. Here’s what I did instead.
Are Compounded GLP-1 Medications Going Away? Here's What You Need to Know
If you’ve seen the panic all over TikTok and Instagram, you’re not alone.
Everyone’s asking:
"Are compounded GLP-1 medications going away?"
And maybe even more urgently:
"Will I still be able to get mine?"
Let’s talk about it, without the fear, without the hype, and with as much clarity as possible.
The 20% Rule: How Much Weight You Should Be Losing on GLP-1s
Let’s be honest, most people start GLP-1 medications with completely unrealistic expectations. We see someone on TikTok drop 40 pounds in 3 months, and suddenly our own progress feels wrong. Slow. Not enough. And that spiral? It’s what makes people quit. But what if you knew exactly how much weight you were supposed to be losing? No more guessing. No more doom-scrolling. Just real numbers, based on real research. That’s where the 20% rule comes in.
What I would Do Differently If I Started GLP-1s Today
I’ve been on GLP-1 medications for over two years. I’ve lost more than 75 pounds, learned a lot, spiraled a little, and found what actually works.
If I could go back to day one? These are the six things I’d do differently. I’m sharing them now so you don’t have to learn the hard way.
How to Start GLP-1 Medications (Step-by-Step)
So you’re thinking about starting GLP-1 medications—but have no idea where to begin?
This is the exact roadmap I wish someone had handed me when I was first staring at my screen, Googling everything and feeling completely lost. I’m walking you through every step I’d take if I were starting today: talking to your doctor, checking insurance, understanding compounded meds, and where to turn if nothing is covered.
10 Things I’ve Learned on GLP-1 Medications (After 2 Years!)
I’ve lost 75 pounds on GLP-1s, but the biggest changes weren’t just on the scale. After two years, these are the 10 lessons that actually helped me stay consistent, feel better, and build something sustainable. If you're on this journey too, this might be exactly what you needed to hear.