Michael
My start of this journey.
Well, it took me a long time to try this. I had put on an extra twenty five over the last couple of years and it would not budge. I started at 245. I've been on it for three weeks and 241 yesterday. I was apprehensive about injections. It's a piece of cake. I spend less than 5 minutes on it. And don't feel a thing. It has been 5 years since I was 205. It had taken me a year to lose 26 lbs. That was 4-5 days a week of spin bike or outdoor MTN bike. 10k+ steps a day. Hiking. No pizza. Rare burger. A lot less alcohol. So far so good!! If I get to my target rate....I will change it to 5 stars. Oh, by the way I find myself drinking less now also. Not sure if it's from the Glp-1. I watched a podcast with Marcus Lutrell on his account of a 40 day fast. I think it might also have helped with the mindset to stay on track.
Response from NewSelfJan 24, 2026
Hi Michael! 🌟 Thank you for sharing your detailed experience! It’s fantastic to hear that you’ve already seen progress and that the injections have been easy and painless for you. Your dedication with exercise, steps, and mindful choices is truly impressive, and we’re thrilled that NewSelf is helping support your journey. Keep up the great work, and we’re excited to see you reach your target weight—let us know when you hit it so we can celebrate with you! — The NewSelf Team