I spent years putting my health last, until I didn't. 65 lbs down so far, halfway to my goal. No calorie counting, no perfect plan. Just a GLP-1, showing up to lift week after week, and figuring it out rep by rep.
Progressive overload works because small, consistent increases build strength over time. I proved it to myself by miscounting plates on the leg press and lifting heavier than planned.
My first session on the assisted pull-up machine. Six solid reps with 180 pounds of help felt like leveling up for the first time.