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MY STACK (Down 100lbs)
You guys--- I have taken semiglutide & tirzepitide in the past & when I tell you the combo of RETA & MOTS-C has been a game-changer! I have been on Reta & MOTS-C for 4 months now. My inbody scans show consistent body fat loss and muscle growth. All while still losing weight. Eating 120+g of protein every day, & have one "cheat" meal a week. I am weight lifting at 3x/week & just started implementing cardio 2-3x a week for at least 20 mins. If you are on Reta, you need to try adding Mots-C! What do you guys think??
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Thanks for the testimony. What an accomplishment you have made.!!I have been considering adding this.
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Question for you, what are you eating before dinner for all your protein! I struggle in the morning in the daytime to get it in. And most of it comes at dinner.
Pep Stack Help
Hey guys looking to do an order but wondering about what to stack i think my order is a bit much and want to make it more minimal So my challenge for my stack✨ I'm a 35 plus-year-old mum ready to feel better — supporting my body the right way. ✨ I want: 💪 more energy 🍃 a healthy body and sustainable weight loss 🌟 glowing, balanced skin 🧠 clarity for my ADHD 💆‍♀️ calmer anxiety But I’m not into growth hormone-type solutions or harsh stimulants. I just started on Reta and GHK CU What peptide stack would you recommend?
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@Travis Dickey thanks for this reply. I have been teetering back-and-forth between adding either.NAD++ or Mots-c to the reta for a stack. fatigue/energy is my biggest challenge and need some focus.
GLP-1s Don’t Just Change Your Appetite — They Change Your Desires
We usually talk about GLP-1s in terms of weight loss and appetite control. But what’s not talked about enough is what happens to your cravings — not just for food, but for everything. People are reporting things like: - Suddenly not wanting alcohol - Losing interest in smoking - No urge to binge shop online - Skipping their daily coffee habit - Even stopping nervous habits like nail biting That’s not willpower. That’s neurobiology. GLP-1 receptors aren’t only in the gut. They’re also located in key areas of the brain that control reward and motivation — especially the nucleus accumbens and the ventral tegmental area. These are the same dopamine pathways involved in: - Addiction - Compulsive behaviors - Habit loops When GLP-1 receptor agonists activate these areas, they appear to blunt the dopamine surge that drives reward-seeking behavior. In simple terms: The “pull” toward the behavior gets weaker. Whether that behavior is: - Overeating - Drinking - Nicotine - Impulse spending - Late-night snacking The volume on the craving turns down. Researchers are now studying GLP-1 receptor agonists for: - Alcohol use disorder - Substance use disorders - Compulsive and OCD-related behaviors The early findings are promising and biologically plausible. So I’m curious — What’s the most unexpected thing a GLP-1 made you lose interest in? Drop it below. I think this conversation is going to surprise a lot of people.
GLP-1s Don’t Just Change Your Appetite — They Change Your Desires
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Well, I can definitely attest to the fact that it is not impacting my shopping habit, as I’m sipping my coffee on my Amazon app.😂😂😂alcohol yes and since it coincided with us doing dry January, it’s all worked out well. Not a bad thing.
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@Travis Dickey hehehehe
12-Week Recomposition System (Phase 1)
This is not another random workout plan thrown together for hype. This is a structured 12-week recomposition system built for serious execution. Precision training. Precision nutrition. Progressive overload. Strategic carb cycling. Recovery built in. Five focused sessions a week, no junk volume, no burnout, no wasted time. If you follow this exactly as designed, you will build lean muscle, drop body fat, and look noticeably different in 12 weeks. Execution is everything. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aXU3vRP67QSlW51Ec7fWeaxWogcrvpRCV0BZFOfnkPU/edit?usp=sharing
12-Week Recomposition System (Phase 1)
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Is this something a woman could follow? The calories and protein seem high. I am not a lifter currently but want something to start changing my muscle tone whole taking reta
Why Mitochondrial Readiness Matters Before Redatrutide
HowSS-31 and MOTS-C fit into the process One of the biggest mistakes people make when starting something like Redatrutide is assuming appetite suppression alone is the solution. In reality, appetite control is only part of the equation. What your cells do with energy matters just as much. This is where mitochondrial optimization comes in. Step 1: Understanding the Foundation From Dr. Sears’ work, one principle comes up over and over again: If the mitochondria aren’t working well, the system downstream doesn’t respond optimally. If someone already feels: - Low energy - Easily fatigued - Metabolically “stuck” - Inflamed or stressed at the cellular level Jumping straight into aggressive appetite suppression can backfire. Calories go down, but energy, recovery, and metabolic flexibility go down with it. That’s why SS-31 is often used first. Phase One: Redatruride + SS-31 Optimizing the engine before changing fuel intake SS-31 works at the mitochondrial membrane level. It’s studied for helping mitochondria produce energy more efficiently and reducing oxidative stress. Think of it as improving how well the engine runs. When SS-31 is introduced before or alongside Redatrutide: - Cells handle lower calorie intake better - Energy production is more efficient - Fatigue risk is lower - The metabolic system feels more stable This phase is especially helpful for people who know their body isn’t optimized yet or who have a history of crashing when dieting. Conceptually: SS-31 helps prepare the system so Redatrutide doesn’t feel like a shock. Phase Two: Redatrutide + MOTS-C Using fuel more intelligently once appetite is controlled Once appetite and food noise are under control with Redatrutide and mitochondrial stress is reduced, MOTS-C becomes a powerful addition. MOTS-C is a mitochondrial-derived peptide studied for: - Improving glucose utilization - Supporting insulin sensitivity - Enhancing metabolic flexibility - Helping the body shift toward fat utilization
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Great breakdown.Does ss-31 get removed when you add mots-c?
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