Healthy Rate
A safe and sustainable rate of loss is 0.5kg to 1.0kg per week. Faster is not always better due to muscle loss risks.
Total Weight Loss Goals
- Semaglutide: Expect significant total body weight loss over extended use.
- Tirzepatide: Expect 20-25% total body weight loss over 72 weeks.
Non-Scale Victories
Don't just focus on the number. Pay attention to:
- Clothing fitting looser
- Improved energy levels
- Better blood sugar control
- Reduced joint pain
- Freedom from food obsession
Plateaus are Normal
Weight loss is rarely a straight line. Stalls for 1-2 weeks are normal as your body adjusts. Stick to the plan and the scale will move again.
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