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.

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.

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.

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.