F33, 168 cm (5’6) January 3rd was my first day on Wegovy. I don’t know what I expected – but to be here a year later, 40 kgs (or 88 lbs) down, seems too good to be true. I have never had a better year. Who imagined you could say that after a year of intense weight loss? Not me! I’m used to the horrible struggle of staying in a calorie deficit, fighting every day to not overeat and finally giving in – and never being able to get back on track. But with Wegovy something clicked. Suddenly food wasn’t the only thing I lived for. It almost feels like there was something chemically missing in my brain. After starting on Wegovy my mind shifted to all the other great things I could do instead of eating (or thinking about what I was going to eat next). That new free space in my mind has let me exercise regularly, get new exciting hobbies and in general live a much more healthy, wholesome life. I’m finally the person I always felt like I was on the inside but never had the power/courage/ability to be before. A person that exercises for the mental benefits, doesn’t drink alcohol every day to cope with a boring day and is not hyper-focused on what my next meal is going to be. How exciting is this life? My biggest takeaways from this last year: ·      Eat well. Focus on protein, getting enough water and eat healthy most of the time. I have had almost no side effects (even when I was drinking alcohol or eating fast food) and I contribute that to my healthy habits. ·      Progress over perfection. I have tracked my calories since day 1 – but I’m not overly strict. I have had fast food every single month this year. I have still had amazing times with my friends and family including delicious food, wine and cocktails. Making it the best year ever! ·      Weigh yourself – but don’t forget to do measurements and pictures. I measure once a month and do after-photos every 5 kgs. I remember the difference I felt taking the after picture after losing 15 kg (30 lbs) and how proud I was. It makes the journey so much more exciting! Now on to the last few kilos – I hope to reach 59 kg (130 lbs) and then try to maintain for at least 6 months to give my body time to adjust and hopefully lower my body fat while gaining muscles by keeping up my exercise routine. I can’t imagine ever stopping with Wegovy, but I want to lower my doses as soon as I’m beginning my maintenance phase. And if you have any questions, I will be happy to answer them. More on reddit.com

I can see that being helpful to people who are into their maintenance phase tbh but ofc that all comes down to price lol More on reddit.com

They are going to make so much money. More on reddit.com

Both lily and novo Nordisk sell directly to the consumer now for $499 per month. They are slashing prices now that compounding Rx is gone. More on reddit.com