Congrats, Elise! I just found your channel, and I’m so happy to hear about your success. I was one day away from gastric surgery, and I bailed on it last minute. I’ve gone from 310 pounds to 225 today using Zepbound instead. I hope you continue to have success, and I’ll be watching for your beautiful smile and energy!
Im trying to see if it's normal I'm a man been on zepbound 3wks take 4th shot tomorrow down 20lb. I started at 288 and now 268 I totally feel it and see the clothes fit better. Is it ok to drop so quick.
@@christophermelton1188 men usually have the ability to to drop quicker. Good job !!! You are doing great! My husband lost 10 pounds in one week. Thats completely foreign for my body .
.5 to 2 lbs weekly is considered a good pace for weight loss, especially so as not to lose too much muscle & experience saggy skin. Excellent job! 10 lbs in 5 weeks is 2 lbs per week...Bravo.Unfortunately, many PCP's are just not well-versed/unable to coach patients on the meds. Good news is there are medical prof's on TH-cam to support those on the journey. 👏🏽 congrats!
Congratulations on 10lb 🎉I started mounjaro yesterday I’ve not felt any effects yet other than good blood sugar control ( I’m diabetic) same as you I’ve made sure I’ve not got anything in the house that can derail the diet. Well done with your approach you’ve got the right attitude towards making changes❤
5mg has been very good for me. I'm going to stay on 5mg for now 😊 12 weeks on the plan, 24lbs gone. 🎉 my tip for constipation fiber. Those low calories low carb tortillas are super fibers. Apples with the peels. Broccoli. ❤you.
@@leslieluzier922 good job with the 24pound weight loss. Fiber has become something I now track. I plan on hanging out at 5mg also. I’m going to look for those tortillas . Thank you!
I am getting ready to start my journey next Monday night. Why next Monday, well my son leaves for college this weekend and my husband travels on Tuesday. In case I am tired, I won’t feel guilty. 🤪. God bless you.🙏
Congratulations on 10 lbs!!🎉 I dropped candy, soda and junk completely in June. I eat tiny amounts of carbs. I also haven't had a alcoholic beverage in a while. I'm rarely hungry for breakfast I'll have coffee and maybe a protein shake.
I appreciate your input on your journey, waiting for my bloodwork results to come in so that the doctor can determine if I should go on the medication, I had the sleeve surgery 3 years ago and I’m starting to gain weight so the doctor said I might need this medication
I have been on Zepbound,2.5 mg for 1 month now. Despite being vegetarian, eating like a toddler, walking 15,000 steps daily, I have not lost but 1 pound. Tomorrow, I will start 5 mg . I am hopeful.
@@sheripalmer3192 15,000 steps ! Ouch my feet hurt just reading it. I hope 5 mg works for you, it may be your sweet spot . Stay motivated , I know its frustrating
I was on both mounjaro and ozempic. They caused major psychological problems. I eventually ended up in a psychiatric hospital. Many people are coming out and talking about the mental side effects. I was fine until 7.5mg
@@ForEliseDesiree I'm in the healthcare field like you, and yes this person isn't lying I've been on Mounjaro since the end of May, I'm loaded with anxiety and I am extremely on edge. I'm on my 3rd dose of Mounjaro 5 mg this week. I've lost around 28lbs in 2 months.
Thanks for sharing your journey on Zepbound. I started yesterday. I didn’t know if my injection took b/c I didn’t hear the 2nd click but I did see the gray plunger. I just need to know how many calories to eat and design a meal plan.
@@pertrisewatson3264 i felt the same way the first time I did my injection. If the plunger moved you got it. I don’t track my calories . I track my protein only . For my body 80 - 100 grams a day is my goal. You will feel more satisfied, which will eventually decrease calories anyway.
@@sherribauch5481 nice 👍🏽 I’ll have to check that out! I track water / protein also …. I recently started tracking my fiber as well! It helps with digestion and possible constipation.
i will try stomach , and will let you know how i feel .In fact i will try all 4 areas step by step and let you all know which one i feel most comfortable . So this coming Monday is Stomach here , will post here and give you all update
@@sue111-k6x yes, try all the sites to see which ones work best for you. I use all the sites now, but I was so scared of the thigh and only did my stomach. You may have different weight loss with one area, or less side effects with another. Everybody is different.
loved your video , i just started two weeks back with 2.5 Zepbound on my thigh so do you inject yourself on arm as i have no one to do that or do we have to inject on arm ?. I am super sensitive to inject on my stomach i will give it a try on stomach though . Please advise
@@sue111-k6x yes! I finally did my arm by myself this week . Raise your elbow to inject the back of your arm. I was previously too scared and had my husband do it … now I can do it myself, YOU GOT THIS !!!!
@@ForEliseDesiree thank you i will do that myself and do be honest also i have not told my family about this :) so i do it on my own . thank you again for your reply
@@Cris_n_June interesting 🤨 thanks for sharing. I didn’t know an insurance can alter your dosage. I plan on staying on 5 mg as along as I can, as well. But if 3 months from now my insurance told me go up or get off ….. I’m going up ! 🤷🏽♀️
@@lahall4942 I’ve been on 5mg for 3 months . I was initially really tired and constipated , but not really any negative side effects . Yet, still feeling appetite suppression .
@@lahall4942 I’ve been on 5mg for 3 months . I was initially really tired and constipated , but not really any negative side effects . Yet, still feeling appetite suppression .
@@sue111-k6x why do you think you didn’t do it right ? If you have the pen, then unlocked it, then pressed it up against your skin …. Then you did it right !
Hi! Just found your channel and I like your vibe!! I'm on my 3rd week of mounjaro. I did one shot on my stomach and one on each thigh. I'm thinking maybe you hit the "tighter" side of your thigh? My thighs are "meatier" on the sides so I have been getting the shot on the inner part. Hope that helps! Ps. I'm on 2.5mg. I lost 8lbs the first week and nothing ever since (in fact I gained 2lbs) despite eating clean and exercising.... Can't wait for 5mg (2 more weeks)
@@NakasiK ah ha ! I will take your advice and give it a go !…. Thank you so much for sharing . I was feeling like a failure that week , but I shook off that stinkin thinkin ! It’s a journey and weightloss and it’s not linear . Congrats on the 8 pounds 👏🏽!!!
@@ruthshellnorth-troup7351 yes , I took my shots initially in the evening. I was also tired the first two days after injection. Good luck !! Pay attention to your side effects and plan accordingly.
@@RebeccaAcosta-e8q only in the beginning and when I moves up a dose . Other than that, I no longer experience nausea . Never vomiting, but everybody is different
I just did my stomach tonight. I was scared of that because I do not want side effects. I have done my thighs for the first 4 weeks. This was my 5th shot.
@@christywarren8293 pay attention this week to how your body feels. But if your body has been on it for 4 weeks, you may have just minimal side effects, if any .
@ForEliseDesiree thank you that is what I was hoping. I saw someone else say they do the first shot in their like (like for dosage changes) and the the other 3 in the stomach. I took my shot last night and weighed. Honestly I have lost 10 pounds. So I have been losing 2.5 pound a week so I am doing good. The first 4 weeks I was striving on Thursday and Friday. I do my shot on Wednesday. I wouldn't eat that much (half of my usual portion). Then Saturday and Sunday I wouldn't be hungry but I would eat protein and drink water. Then Tuesday and Wednesday back to starving.
@@garfield9580 I go through my primary care. Check with your health provider and insurance to see if it is covered. I know you can get them online, but not familiar with the process.
@@ForEliseDesiree I’ll have to try that next time. I heard it can hurt more if you’re injecting into muscle too. I’m going to try my thigh one more time after leaving it out. Fingers crossed 🤞 it doesn’t feel like an ice pick through the leg. 🥴
Congrats, Elise! I just found your channel, and I’m so happy to hear about your success.
I was one day away from gastric surgery, and I bailed on it last minute. I’ve gone from 310 pounds to 225 today using Zepbound instead.
I hope you continue to have success, and I’ll be watching for your beautiful smile and energy!
@@nicole4225 omg ! Thank you for sharing this!!! I’m so proud of your success! I’m sure you have inspired many on your own journey 😊
@@nicole4225 congratulations !!! I too, was going the surgery route, I decided to give this a shot first . I’m glad you’re here
Hello, I've been on Zepbound for 8 weeks. 2.5 is still working for me. I'm down 26lbs.
@@ceciliajackson-bx7dg wow 🤩 congratulations girl . I’m trying to be like you. Keep it up !!!!!
Im trying to see if it's normal I'm a man been on zepbound 3wks take 4th shot tomorrow down 20lb. I started at 288 and now 268 I totally feel it and see the clothes fit better. Is it ok to drop so quick.
@@christophermelton1188 men usually have the ability to to drop quicker. Good job !!! You are doing great! My husband lost 10 pounds in one week. Thats completely foreign for my body .
Starting this week I’m so excited!! I’m glad I found your channel!!
@@MamaKay310 yay!!!!! I’m so excited for you !!! Glad you are here !!!
.5 to 2 lbs weekly is considered a good pace for weight loss, especially so as not to lose too much muscle & experience saggy skin. Excellent job! 10 lbs in 5 weeks is 2 lbs per week...Bravo.Unfortunately, many PCP's are just not well-versed/unable to coach patients on the meds. Good news is there are medical prof's on TH-cam to support those on the journey. 👏🏽 congrats!
@@melbethel9082 thank you so much !
@@ForEliseDesiree, Magnesium Breakthrough by Bioptimizers will help with your constipation.
Congratulations on 10lb 🎉I started mounjaro yesterday I’ve not felt any effects yet other than good blood sugar control ( I’m diabetic) same as you I’ve made sure I’ve not got anything in the house that can derail the diet. Well done with your approach you’ve got the right attitude towards making changes❤
@@Mrssmallslims yayyy!!!! just started yesterday ? I want to hear about your progress on your journey. Keep me posted !
Love your energy! New subbie. On week 2 of Semi-glutide. Looking fwd to our journey!
@@pinkpolish4189 thank you ! So glad your here . Hope I can help you on your journey !
You are brave sister!! Congrats on your weight loss!! 🎉🎉🎉
@@micahgriffin3211 thanks
Oh my God you are just so cute!!! I love the way you talk. I feel like we're hanging out. These are great tips- I started 5 weeks ago also!!
@@lisagiuliani8167 thank you for the kind words ! I’m so glad you are here and on the same journey !!
5mg has been very good for me. I'm going to stay on 5mg for now 😊 12 weeks on the plan, 24lbs gone. 🎉 my tip for constipation fiber. Those low calories low carb tortillas are super fibers. Apples with the peels. Broccoli. ❤you.
@@leslieluzier922 good job with the 24pound weight loss. Fiber has become something I now track. I plan on hanging out at 5mg also. I’m going to look for those tortillas . Thank you!
I am getting ready to start my journey next Monday night.
Why next Monday, well my son leaves for college this weekend and my husband travels on Tuesday.
In case I am tired, I won’t feel guilty. 🤪. God bless you.🙏
@@mommabear5505 perfect plan !!!! That’s great that you get to really pay attention to how you feel. Congratulations to you and your son !
Congratulations on 10 lbs!!🎉 I dropped candy, soda and junk completely in June. I eat tiny amounts of carbs. I also haven't had a alcoholic beverage in a while. I'm rarely hungry for breakfast I'll have coffee and maybe a protein shake.
Thank you so much 😀
Maybe I’ll try protein powder in coffee !
I appreciate your input on your journey, waiting for my bloodwork results to come in so that the doctor can determine if I should go on the medication, I had the sleeve surgery 3 years ago and I’m starting to gain weight so the doctor said I might need this medication
@@vickicolandra8919 if you end up going the Zepbound route, I am here to share my journey ! Hope it’s helpful!
You can ice the area before the shot. It might help with the pain.
@@adriannepoindexter3970 thank you for the tip ! I did the thigh for a second time ….. now I love it !!!
Thanks for the tip!
Do you take it out the fridge for 15 or 20 minutes before injecting? Some say it hurts if its cold.
@@asmith9077 I usually do 5 minutes. But I’ll try that next time , thank you !
It hurt on my thigh too! I’m going to go back to in my stomach😊 BTW, you are precious and fun!!!😊🦋
@@lorismith5369 thank you! My stomach and arms are my favorite spots !
I have been on Zepbound,2.5 mg for 1 month now. Despite being vegetarian, eating like a toddler, walking 15,000 steps daily, I have not lost but 1 pound. Tomorrow, I will start 5 mg . I am hopeful.
@@sheripalmer3192 15,000 steps ! Ouch my feet hurt just reading it. I hope 5 mg works for you, it may be your sweet spot . Stay motivated , I know its frustrating
I was on both mounjaro and ozempic. They caused major psychological problems. I eventually ended up in a psychiatric hospital. Many people are coming out and talking about the mental side effects. I was fine until 7.5mg
@@autumnknowsitall I am so sorry to hear that ! Thank you for sharing this. So are you still on any of them ? Or did you stop completely ?
@@ForEliseDesiree I'm in the healthcare field like you, and yes this person isn't lying I've been on Mounjaro since the end of May, I'm loaded with anxiety and I am extremely on edge. I'm on my 3rd dose of Mounjaro 5 mg this week. I've lost around 28lbs in 2 months.
Omg I’m scared to do thigh injection! But congrats on your weight loss! I’m at 7 weeks and almost 20 pounds down
@@LifewithAlberto I’m so proud of you ! Keep up the good work . The thigh petrified me! …. I may not do it again 😂
I'm on week 4 and prefer my thigh. Using my abdomen makes me nauseous. I have never tried the back of my arm.
@@stephaniep7566 it’s crazy how everyones body has a different reaction! Thanks for sharing. I had the least weight loss with the arm
Congratulations on your weight loss 🎉
@@pertrisewatson3264 thanks so much ! Glad you’re here !
Thanks for sharing your journey on Zepbound. I started yesterday. I didn’t know if my injection took
b/c I didn’t hear the 2nd click but I did see the gray plunger. I just need to know how many calories to eat and design a meal plan.
@@pertrisewatson3264 i felt the same way the first time I did my injection. If the plunger moved you got it. I don’t track my calories . I track my protein only . For my body 80 - 100 grams a day is my goal. You will feel more satisfied, which will eventually decrease calories anyway.
Hi I track water and protein. Using a GLP-1 eating plan I found developed by Mayo clinic
@@sherribauch5481 nice 👍🏽 I’ll have to check that out! I track water / protein also …. I recently started tracking my fiber as well! It helps with digestion and possible constipation.
Thanks forr sharing. I just took my 3rd injection and all 3 were in my belly lol im afraid to try another site. Kudos for doin the thigh!!!!
@@markitahart296 yay !!! Keep it up !!! Update ….. I love the thigh now 😂 and the arms are my least favorite
i will try stomach , and will let you know how i feel .In fact i will try all 4 areas step by step and let you all know which one i feel most comfortable . So this coming Monday is Stomach here , will post here and give you all update
@@sue111-k6x yes, try all the sites to see which ones work best for you. I use all the sites now, but I was so scared of the thigh and only did my stomach. You may have different weight loss with one area, or less side effects with another. Everybody is different.
@@ForEliseDesiree thank you so much , i will post here when i do either my stomach or my arms next shot :)
I’m starting my first injection tonight!! 😊
@@AmyCourtroul yay !!! I’m so excited for you !!!
Elise , what you recommend for veggie diet
@@sue111-k6x I eat all vegetables, but not a vegetarian. I’m a huge meat eater to get my daily protein in. So I’m not the best to guide you with that.
loved your video , i just started two weeks back with 2.5 Zepbound on my thigh so do you inject yourself on arm as i have no one to do that or do we have to inject on arm ?. I am super sensitive to inject on my stomach i will give it a try on stomach though . Please advise
@@sue111-k6x yes! I finally did my arm by myself this week . Raise your elbow to inject the back of your arm. I was previously too scared and had my husband do it … now I can do it myself, YOU GOT THIS !!!!
@@ForEliseDesiree thank you i will do that myself and do be honest also i have not told my family about this :) so i do it on my own . thank you again for your reply
I wish I could have stayed on 2.5. My insurance wouldn’t allow it. I’m on 5 and can stay here for however many months my body allows.
@@Cris_n_June interesting 🤨 thanks for sharing. I didn’t know an insurance can alter your dosage. I plan on staying on 5 mg as along as I can, as well. But if 3 months from now my insurance told me go up or get off ….. I’m going up ! 🤷🏽♀️
How long have u been on 5mg, and so u have side effects?
@@lahall4942 I’ve been on 5mg for 3 months . I was initially really tired and constipated , but not really any negative side effects . Yet, still feeling appetite suppression .
@@lahall4942 I’ve been on 5mg for 3 months . I was initially really tired and constipated , but not really any negative side effects . Yet, still feeling appetite suppression .
good morning , so i did inject on my stomach and i feel I did not do it right . Do i do it again or wait for another week to do it on same area
@@sue111-k6x why do you think you didn’t do it right ? If you have the pen, then unlocked it, then pressed it up against your skin …. Then you did it right !
yes i did that , i did not feel the pinch :) am i suppose to press it hard on my stomach , that's what i did not do
@@sue111-k6x if the needle and meds were dispensed . Then I’m sure it worked. Sometimes I barely feel the needle
@@ForEliseDesiree thank you so much
Subscribed to your channel!!!
Skinny girl plates!😂
Thanks for sharing your experience.
Hi! Just found your channel and I like your vibe!! I'm on my 3rd week of mounjaro. I did one shot on my stomach and one on each thigh. I'm thinking maybe you hit the "tighter" side of your thigh? My thighs are "meatier" on the sides so I have been getting the shot on the inner part. Hope that helps!
Ps. I'm on 2.5mg. I lost 8lbs the first week and nothing ever since (in fact I gained 2lbs) despite eating clean and exercising.... Can't wait for 5mg (2 more weeks)
@@NakasiK ah ha ! I will take your advice and give it a go !…. Thank you so much for sharing . I was feeling like a failure that week , but I shook off that stinkin thinkin ! It’s a journey and weightloss and it’s not linear . Congrats on the 8 pounds 👏🏽!!!
Inner thighs is not an approved injection site
I’m on week 5 of semaglutide I’m down 21lbs I only inject in my stomach your brave to do your thigh lol I would never only my stomach for me
@@jthielen71 after my experience with all three locations, the stomach gives the best results anyway. So don’t feel forced to hit up every location.
Just got my Rx today 10/16 someone said take the injection at night so if it make you nausea you will sleep through it.
@@ruthshellnorth-troup7351 yes , I took my shots initially in the evening. I was also tired the first two days after injection. Good luck !! Pay attention to your side effects and plan accordingly.
I love my thigh!
@@HollySmith-yc4fo really ? Maybe I’m just a big baby ! How are the side- effects and weight loss in that location for you ?
Have you had any nausea or vomiting?
@@RebeccaAcosta-e8q only in the beginning and when I moves up a dose . Other than that, I no longer experience nausea . Never vomiting, but everybody is different
tummy for every injection so far for me! Gonna try arm soon but scared af for the thighs,lol!
@@jazzfuneralmagic girl , the tummy is loyal ! I’m leaving my thighs alone for now
I just did my stomach tonight. I was scared of that because I do not want side effects. I have done my thighs for the first 4 weeks. This was my 5th shot.
@@christywarren8293 pay attention this week to how your body feels. But if your body has been on it for 4 weeks, you may have just minimal side effects, if any .
@ForEliseDesiree thank you that is what I was hoping. I saw someone else say they do the first shot in their like (like for dosage changes) and the the other 3 in the stomach. I took my shot last night and weighed. Honestly I have lost 10 pounds. So I have been losing 2.5 pound a week so I am doing good. The first 4 weeks I was striving on Thursday and Friday. I do my shot on Wednesday. I wouldn't eat that much (half of my usual portion). Then Saturday and Sunday I wouldn't be hungry but I would eat protein and drink water. Then Tuesday and Wednesday back to starving.
@@christywarren8293 good job ! Keep it up !!!! It takes a while to learn what is best for you.
Family doctor or online? Insurance cover them?
@@garfield9580 I go through my primary care. Check with your health provider and insurance to see if it is covered. I know you can get them online, but not familiar with the process.
Does anyone get a tickle in their throat from these shots?
@@genawilson3436 I never have, but I would contact my health care provider about this.
My thigh shot hurts so bad it left a bruise. I feel that
@@martipowell392 oh no it left a bruise ? … I leave the meds out of fridge for 5 min before I inject. I think it helped with the pain.
@@ForEliseDesiree I’ll have to try that next time. I heard it can hurt more if you’re injecting into muscle too. I’m going to try my thigh one more time after leaving it out. Fingers crossed 🤞 it doesn’t feel like an ice pick through the leg. 🥴
@@martipowell392 omg 😱… yeah if that don’t work … I’d give up that thigh ! Yikes 😬 good luck girl !
I like smelling the alcohol when I feel nauseous
3 weeks in as of yesterday!
@@lachesislooms9233 yayyy!!! Hope you’re feeling great on it !!! Glad you are here😀
You said skinny girl plate 😂😂😂
I am scared
@@RebeccaAcosta-e8q scared? ! Don’t be, there are a lot of us on the same journey !