Adding my data to this Mass spectrometry for discussion:
| Metric | Baseline | Month 4 | Month 8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 266 lbs | 241 lbs | 211 lbs |
| A1C | 7.0% | 6.2% | 5.4% |
| hsCRP | 5.0 | 3.0 | 0.8 |
Protocol: Tirzepatide 15mg/wk, resistance training 3x/wk, protein 1.3g/kg/day.
Reading this thread on Mass spectrometry for hits close to home. Dad of 2 checking in — I started at 277 lbs and felt like I would tried everything.
13 months on tirz and I am a different person. Not just the 52 lbs lost — my energy, my mood, my relationship with food. All transformed.
If you are on the fence about Mass spectrometry — take the leap. It was the best health decision I have ever made. ❤️
tyler_CSCS — that is really helpful context on Mass spectrometry for. Follow-up question: how long did you wait before increasing your dose?
I am in a similar situation (week 4) and trying to set realistic expectations.
Reading this thread on Mass spectrometry for hits close to home. Night shift nurse — I started at 299 lbs and felt like I would tried everything.
15 months on tirz and I am a different person. Not just the 74 lbs lost — my energy, my mood, my relationship with food. All transformed.
If you are on the fence about Mass spectrometry — take the leap. It was the best health decision I have ever made. ❤️
tyler_CSCS — that is really helpful context on Mass spectrometry for. Follow-up question: what labs did your doctor order to monitor this?
I am in a similar situation (just started) and trying to set realistic expectations.