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[quote=Anonymous]A couple months Before I turned 49, I became an empty nester and freed up a lot of time, energy and brain space for myself. BMI>40 and I decided it was time to lose the weight and get in shape. And I came up with a multistep plan (because that’s how I attack problem).

1.  I started at a reputable weight loss center (NOVA Physicians Wellness through Privia). I see a dietician and bariatric PA every 2 weeks.  I got a diet plan that works for me (1200 calories a day, 120 grams of protein) and track what I eat religiously. I also started on Wegovy which has been a game changer.

2.  Once I was comfortable with my new diet and medication, I hired a person trainer to come to my house 2 days a week. We are focused on balance, strength, range of motion and building/retaining muscle during significant weight loss (perimenopausal woman).  I used a company recommended by my PA that did an extensive intake interview about my goals and needs and what motivates me and am really pleased with the trainer they assigned.  He came and did a trial session that was part workout and part observation of my strength, range of motion, etc and part feedback from from me. And talked me throUgh what he woUld propose for training sessions and why. I’m working hard, getting in 120 minutes of strength training a week. I know op said the personal trainer hadn’t worked.  But I’m getting constructive feedback on things like body position during lifting and  a lot of positive affirmation— like pointing out things I can do now that I couldn’t do last month. And a program tailored to my strengths and weaknesses.

I get an inBody scan every two weeks at the PA and since I started with the trainer am losing only fat, no muscle.

3.  Now that that’s been in place for a while, I’m getting serious about cardio. On my own, but with a plan developed with my trainer.  45 minutes of biking 3 times a week right now.

I started mid April and have lost 40 pounds and can see muscle where I once had only fat.  I’ve tried several lose weight/get in shape efforts before. But, this is the first one that has stuck. Yes, Wegovy is a game changer. In combInation with other lifestyle changes.

I still have 60 pounds to go. But I will get there by next June and turn 50 at a healthy weight, with clean bloodwork (monitoring every three months and big improvement, but still needs work) and in good physical shape.

It can be done (or of can’t, do t tell me!)

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