Someone told me GLP-1s and TRT are a crutch and we should just rely on our own ability. This is how I responded. Attached a photo as well. Curious if you guys ever deal with this kind of push back... I replied with this.... "I respect the sentiment and thank you for the comment. However, I see this issue completely differently. I yo-yo dieted for my entire adult life. 30 pounds on, 30 pounds off... Every year for two decades. My "own ability" has gotten me far in life... successful business, complete time-freedom, great family, etc... but my weight was a constant battle that no amount of willpower could overcome. This confused me because all other areas of life my discipline was enough to see sustained results. But not in my weight. Tirzepatide fixed that problem entirely. It would be difficult for me to put into words how thankful I am for that compound. It 100% changed my life. May not be for everyone, and that's totally cool, but for me it's everything. And TRT... same story.... Lifted weights for years, heavy compound movements, lots of protein... all the things they say will raise levels naturally. I was able to "naturally" get my levels from feeling like crap at 345 total testosterone to feeling like crap at 405 total testosterone two years later. Ultimately I decided life is too precious and too limited to withhold treatment just to make a point... I went on TRT 15 months ago and it made me come alive. Again, not for everybody, but for me it's everything. The photos tell the story... on the left I was 31% bodyfat, 240 lbs, tired, overwhelmed with life and desperate. On the right, I'm 14% bodyfat, 185 lbs, energized and taking life on ten toes down."

Im Anthony thanks for having me. I live in Brooksville FL. 46 years old For the first time in my life I stuck to New years resolution. No alcohol No fast food No fried food Since NYE I've worked out consistently in my new garage gym 4-5 days a week. Down from 230 to 165. I've been using CJC-1295/ipam no dac Ss-31 / Mots-c Glow Blood work shows TT at 290 VA won't give me Test so im doing it on my own starting last week with the help of an online mens clinic. Time to build up now. Joined this group for the shared experience, information, guidance and camaraderie.

I’m curious what you’ve seen work for fat loss while limiting muscle loss. I was doing a lot of running / HITT Training and recently went to 60 minutes of walking on an 6 incline at 3-3.2 mph. I’ve read that the lower intensity can help to target fat. Then again, cardio is cardio.

I have been on a formulated Semaglutide for the last two months. I have had some good results, but the side effects have been kicking my butt. I have decided to shift over to formulated Tirzepatide. From what I have read, there are decreased side effects and better anti-inflammation benefits. Nervous to be starting something new. Thankfully, I’m not starting at the lowest dose since I was already titrated up on Semaglutide. Anyone have experience switching over?

Been stuck for 3 weeks with everything dialed in. My guess is my calories have been to low so I’m increasing intake this week to see. Anyone else dealt with this?