Hi guys, my name's Mat, I'm 42 and have been overweight or obese most of my life. This year I became especially concerned while going to the doctor in January and found I was 310lbs (I knew i was fat, but didnt think that bad). Furthermore, I had some tests done and was diagnosed with level 1 Nash or Fatty Liver disease. I knew I had to do something to get my health better or soon I wont be round for my family. I started some mild exercise and limited dieting while trying to get approved for Zepbound. I lost 6 lbs in Febraury, then was approved for and started Zepbound on March 26. The food noise almost immediately disappeared, I started eating much healthier and smaller portions, began walking an average daily13,000 steps and use free weights at home. Happy to say I lost about 32lbs since March and I'm down to 272lbs, however, I want to start going to the gym to weight train as I know thats a key step in any weight loss journey. I"m looking for any tips from my fellow weight loss brothers especially in resitance training which I have no experience. Nevertheless, happy to offer my guidance & tips for the things I have experienced. Best of luck to everyone in their journeys!

Hey guys! First, welcome to so many new members! Can't wait to dig in and hear all your stories and see what your goals are for your fitness. Wanted to mention that I checked off a bucket list item this weekend! I lifted at Muscle Beach in Venice Beach California. Always wanted to ever since I started following Arnold and the other guys who formed bodybuilder culture. It was so much fun!

So @Zach Burdette asked a great question about getting started in the gym. I made quick video to serve as a guide to anyone who is just getting started lifting.

Hey guys! Just wanted to say we just hit 50 members. This is only the beginning. Super pumped to be on this journey with all of you. Thanks for being here. What is a win you can share? For me, it's that I have consistently lifted long enough to really know my way around the gym. Might sound like a small thing, but I go in there with a plan, I know what I'm doing, and I get it done. It didn't used to be that way. I'd love to hear your wins!

For me, I'm doing a round of Tesamorelin with Ipamorelin so I'm trying to maximize the results by eating a large amount of protein, lifting heavy and getting plenty of sleep. Will report how it goes.