06/01/2026
Nerdy nutrition coach time 🤓
I heard the blue light glasses make you 10% smarter so let’s talk about GLP-1s for a second 😅
Here’s my honest take as a coach:
GLP medications can help some people. For certain individuals they improve appetite regulation, blood sugar control, food noise, and can be a really helpful tool when used appropriately with a medical provider.
But they are not magic.
Some people still struggle with side effects, low energy, muscle loss, GI issues, rebound weight gain after stopping, or not losing as much weight as they expected.
And whether your goal is to get leaner, improve your health, feel stronger, get totally jacked, or simply have more energy for life… the basics still work.
1 - Strength training 💪🏻
2 - High protein nutrition 🍳
3 - Daily activity and movement 🚶🏻♀️
4 - Sleep and nervous system regulation 😴
Those things are still the foundation.
So if you can’t afford GLPs, don’t want to use them, or aren’t sure if they’re right for you, don’t feel discouraged or left behind. You are not doomed without them.
And if you do use them, I strongly encourage doing it alongside regular check-ins with your provider, blood work when appropriate, resistance training to preserve muscle mass, adequate protein intake, and learning sustainable habits that support your long-term health.
The basics are sometimes slower… but they continue to work over and over again and are time tested!