Current Weight: 124.4kg (-5.6kg from start)
Energy Level: 7/10 (sleep affecting this)
Hunger Level: 2-3/10 daily average
Today: September 12th - Third injection tonight
The Numbers Keep Moving
Two weeks since that first doctor visit and injection. Started at 130kg, today I’m at 124.4kg. That’s 5.6kg lost in 14 days.
The daily weigh-ins have been interesting to track:
- Week 1: Rapid initial drop
- Days 8-11: Plateau around 125.4kg (frustrating but normal)
- Today: Finally broke through with a 400g drop
I know the plateau was probably my body adjusting, but those three days of seeing the same number were psychologically tough.
Appetite Evolution: Week by Week
Week 1: Extreme suppression - could barely finish one meal daily Week 2: More normalized but still very controlled - averaging 1,100-1,400 calories daily
Some days I only eat one KnowEats meal because that’s all I want. Other days I can handle two meals plus some protein (boiled eggs, tuna, chicken breast). The key difference: when I add carbohydrates, I get full incredibly fast. Three spoonfuls of rice feels like I’ve eaten five hamburgers.
Yesterday’s example: One meal at 3 PM, swimming at 8 PM, then 180g of cooked chicken breast around 11 PM after work. That was it, and I felt completely satisfied.
Exercise Integration
Week 1: 1 strength day + 2 swimming sessions Week 2: 3 strength days + 2 swimming sessions
The increased activity is showing - I’m sore everywhere. Biceps, shoulders, back, even the front of my elbows (whatever muscle that is). All good muscle soreness from actually using my body again.
Interesting energy observation: Yesterday during swimming, I started exhausted. Almost like I didn’t have the fuel. But partway through, something clicked and I suddenly had tons of energy - swimming faster than at the start. Not sure if it was psychological or physiological.
Sleep Struggles
This is where I’m falling short. Getting to bed at 2-3 AM, waking around 9 AM. Only 6-7 hours max. Between late work sessions and playing Call of Duty/Warzone with friends, I’m not prioritizing sleep like I should.
The lack of sleep is definitely affecting my mood and energy levels. Need to fix this.
Stress Management Victory
Here’s a huge mental shift: I’ve had multiple high-stress work periods these two weeks. Normally, stress = raid the fridge for comfort food. This week? The impulse is just… quieter.
I bought Greek yogurt with blueberries for snacking instead of cheese and processed foods. Only had it a couple times - I simply don’t have the same stress-eating compulsion.
The Psychological Aspect
Tomorrow I have my session with the psychologist - perfect timing as it’s exactly two weeks since starting treatment. Having professional support while navigating this change feels important.
Third Injection Tonight
Moving to my third dose of 2.5mg tonight. Week 4 will be my last at this dose - then I increase to 5mg weekly starting week 5. The doctor says that’s when the effects become even stronger.
Visual Changes
The weight loss is starting to show in my face. The facial fat is reducing noticeably, which is motivating beyond just the scale numbers.
Equipment Addition
Bought forearm exercisers - those grip strength devices you can use while sitting. Since I work from home all day, I can use them during meetings or while at my desk. Figured if I’m losing weight, might as well build some functional strength too.
No Side Effects
Still no negative medication side effects. Just the intended appetite suppression and earlier satiety signals.
Shopping Behavior Changes
Haven’t been to the supermarket to buy my usual cheese, snack foods, and “extras” that used to be my go-to stress foods. When I do snack, it’s the Greek yogurt with berries - maybe twice this week total.
This isn’t willpower - the desire for junk food just isn’t there.
The Road Ahead
Current: 124.4kg
Next milestone: 110kg (my failed goal from last year)
Ultimate goal: 90kg
Still a long way to go, but the momentum feels sustainable. This isn’t crash dieting or white-knuckling through hunger. It’s just… easier.
Key Insight: Stress Response Shift
The biggest change isn’t even the appetite suppression - it’s how my brain responds to stress. Food isn’t my automatic coping mechanism anymore. That psychological shift might be more valuable than the weight loss itself.
Two weeks down, many more to go. The rhythm is settling in, and it actually feels sustainable.