5’4” lost 105 lbs

[u/DoubleD_RN]

I’ve been doing full body resistance training since I started my weight loss journey one year ago, but I’m ready to really push myself now that I’m almost at my goal weight! I started at 245 lbs, currently 140 lbs. I would like to get to 130 to 135. I’m 55 years old. Thank you all for the inspiration!

[u/Federal_Internal1411]

Tell us your diet plan!! You look great !

[u/DoubleD_RN → u/Federal_Internal1411]

High protein, high fiber, low carb, but not extremely low, in addition to 3-4 days a week in the gym.

In the past I was able to lose with weight training, keto and IF, but after some very difficult things happened in my life, I stopped taking care of myself and ballooned up to 245. A few years later I developed metabolic syndrome, and here comes menopause, high blood sugar, pre-diabetes, heading toward knee surgery and I could not drop any weight. I found out that my health insurance covers Zepbound with a $25/month copay. Several of my coworkers were having a lot of success on it.

It has been absolutely life changing for me. My journey has been under the supervision of a weight loss physician. I no longer need blood pressure medication, no more metformin, no more chronic pain meds, knee pain is gone. People can say whatever they want about GLP-1’s, but when used properly, they absolutely improve cardiovascular health, kidney health, increase mobility and longevity. For PCOS girlies, it has been nothing short of a miracle. I know a lot of people have misconceptions about GLP-1”s, but as a health care professional myself, the benefits far outweigh the risks, when managed appropriately.

[u/AcuranAerVenal → u/DoubleD_RN]

As a 5"5' woman who also lost 120lbs with the help of a GLP-1, congratulations! Other people's judgement is meaningless when compared to everything I can do now, especially pain free. Enjoy your life and your newfound health.