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Hi all 👋

I just joined and figured I’d say hello. I’m female, 38 years old, and my GLP-1 path began in October 2025. At first I was on a GLP-1, then I moved over to a retatrutide (since "GLP-3" isn’t actually a thing). Up to now I’ve dropped 50 pounds, and the number keeps going down.

On top of that, I deal with psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, and fibromyalgia, so getting healthier for me isn’t only about the scale—it’s about less pain, more movement, and an overall better day-to-day.

I’m joining to pick up knowledge, hear what you’ve all been through, and meet people who get how this goes. Any advice, or anything you wish someone had told you at the start, would mean a lot to me.

Glad to be here with this community 🤝
 
Nice work on dropping the weight.

If you’re okay with it, could you tell me how Reta has affected your arthritis and fibromyalgia?

Cheers!
 
Losing the weight has improved how I get around, but I also stack nad+ and b12, and the change showed up just 1 day later. There's no pain left in my knees at all, and walking is possible for me once more. At 1 stage I relied on a walker — that should tell you how severe things had gotten. It's been incredible.
 
Welcome — it’s really good to have you here.

I’m 54, and tirzepatide has been part of my routine for roughly four months. So far I’m down 25 pounds, and while the number on the scale matters, what’s mattered more is feeling like I can rely on my own body again. That’s why your goal of less pain, more mobility, and a better quality of life really resonates with me.

What you’ve accomplished already is huge — 50 pounds is a big deal, particularly when you’re also dealing with psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, and fibromyalgia. That’s a heavy load, both physically and emotionally, and you’re still showing up and putting in the effort. Starting takes courage, and continuing takes even more.

Something I wish someone had told me at the beginning: progress rarely follows a straight line. Some weeks it feels easy, other weeks it feels like you’re pushing your body up a steep hill. But those small, consistent shifts build up over time. And being around people who understand makes the whole thing feel far less lonely.

You’ve found the right spot, and you’re not going through this by yourself.
 
Welcome aboard! Dropping 50 lbs is fantastic — particularly when you’ve got so much else on your plate.

Juggling weight loss alongside psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, and fibromyalgia is a serious challenge. The fact that you’re making progress while handling all of that speaks volumes.

Many folks in your shoes find that it isn’t only about the weight coming off — the inflammation and pain reduction can hit just as hard, and at times even harder.

On the tips front, here’s something that comes up again and again:

👉 once things are working, there’s no need to keep forcing the pace

Often the real victories come from:

  • staying consistent
  • keeping things sustainable
  • and letting your body catch up
You’re already doing really well. Glad you’re here — you’ll find a lot of people who get it 👍
 
AcadiaPeptides said:

Welcome — it’s really good to have you here.

I’m 54, and tirzepatide has been part of my routine for roughly four months. So far I’m down 25 pounds, and while the number on the scale matters, what’s mattered more is feeling like I can rely on my own body again. That’s why your goal of less pain, more mobility, and a better quality of life really resonates with me.

What you’ve accomplished already is huge — 50 pounds is a big deal, particularly when you’re also dealing with psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, and fibromyalgia. That’s a heavy load, both physically and emotionally, and you’re still showing up and putting in the effort. Starting takes courage, and continuing takes even more.

Something I wish someone had told me at the beginning: progress rarely follows a straight line. Some weeks it feels easy, other weeks it feels like you’re pushing your body up a steep hill. But those small, consistent shifts build up over time. And being around people who understand makes the whole thing feel far less lonely.

You’ve found the right spot, and you’re not going through this by yourself.
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Your kindness means so much—it honestly made me cry, and every point you made is 100% spot on. I really don’t feel alone anymore, thank you all so very much.
 
Great job!! Dropping 50lb is incredible! I'm so glad you're feeling better!! That's the best part!!
 
ThatFatGirl said:

Hi all 👋

I just joined and figured I’d say hello. I’m female, 38 years old, and my GLP-1 path began in October 2025. At first I was on a GLP-1, then I moved over to a retatrutide (since "GLP-3" isn’t actually a thing). Up to now I’ve dropped 50 pounds, and the number keeps going down.

On top of that, I deal with psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, and fibromyalgia, so getting healthier for me isn’t only about the scale—it’s about less pain, more movement, and an overall better day-to-day.

I’m joining to pick up knowledge, hear what you’ve all been through, and meet people who get how this goes. Any advice, or anything you wish someone had told you at the start, would mean a lot to me.

Glad to be here with this community 🤝
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Nice work dropping 50lb — that's fantastic. Wishing you more wins ahead!
 
Nice work dropping 50lb! Losing that much weight can really change your life. Look into a blend that begins with K. It might also ease some of the other issues you're dealing with.
 
ThatFatGirl said:

AcadiaPeptides said:

Welcome — it’s really good to have you here.

I’m 54, and tirzepatide has been part of my routine for roughly four months. So far I’m down 25 pounds, and while the number on the scale matters, what’s mattered more is feeling like I can rely on my own body again. That’s why your goal of less pain, more mobility, and a better quality of life really resonates with me.

What you’ve accomplished already is huge — 50 pounds is a big deal, particularly when you’re also dealing with psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, and fibromyalgia. That’s a heavy load, both physically and emotionally, and you’re still showing up and putting in the effort. Starting takes courage, and continuing takes even more.

Something I wish someone had told me at the beginning: progress rarely follows a straight line. Some weeks it feels easy, other weeks it feels like you’re pushing your body up a steep hill. But those small, consistent shifts build up over time. And being around people who understand makes the whole thing feel far less lonely.

You’ve found the right spot, and you’re not going through this by yourself.
Click to expand...

Your kindness means so much—it honestly made me cry, and every point you made is 100% spot on. I really don’t feel alone anymore, thank you all so very much.
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wonderful, fantastic job. glad to have you
 
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