I’m going to start this email by making something abundantly clear.

→ I have no problem with people using weight-loss drugs.

However, I do have a problem with people abusing weight loss drugs.

In no way do I think that the use of them, by a genuine person in need, automatically makes that person lazy.

Everyone else, though? Lazy AF.

There’s never been a better time to be alive than right now. Medical and technological advances mean people are living longer than ever before.

But there’s a caveat.

We might be in a technological age, but we’re right in the middle of a laziness epidemic.

Yep, in my opinion, people have never been lazier.

To be honest, I don't blame them.

It's becoming increasingly more and more difficult not to get pulled into it. Once you have a phone in your hand, everything can be done from the comfort of your sitting room.

Food shops, takeaways, work, schooling, etc, are all being done with as little effort as humanly possible.

Not only have people become accustomed to this easier way of living, but they’ve also come to expect nothing less.

Step counts are down, obesity is up, diabetes is up, sex drives are down, and mental health issues are up.

And anyone with a brain will tell you that this trend is only going to continue to get worse.

I asked ChatGPT what the average man would look like in 100 years. This was the result.

All of this brings me to Ozempic.

Besides the private conversations I’ve had with clients, I haven’t made my feelings towards it public.

So here we go…

My Opinion On Weight Loss Injections

Ok, so I'm going to break this up into sections. Let's get cracking with the first one...

Ozempic Can Be Extremely Helpful

Let's start with something positive. Weight loss jabs such as Ozempic can be super beneficial for those people genuinely battling obesity.

If someone finds themselves 100 pounds overweight and a daily injection can help them shift most, if not all, of that excess weight, then that can only be seen as a good thing.

Having type 2 diabetes is neither fun nor good for your health. Heck, what metabolic disorder is good for you?

So the use of these jabs in the fight against diabetes is awesome. I would much rather someone lose 50-60 pounds with a weight loss jab, which may or may not have any negative consequences, than have that same individual walk around morbidly obese.

Carrying all that excess weight isn't good for your heart, joints, or mental well-being.

I believe these jabs can be beneficial when used in the right circumstances, and it makes me genuinely happy to see people radically transform their lives through the successful use of them.

Can Easily Lead To Muscle Waste

Back in the 90s and the noughties, being 'skinny' was seen as a good thing for females.

It's a word I've always pushed back on. The goal should never be 'skinny', because to me this means frail and weak.

Rather, we should be aiming for slim, lean, and strong. To achieve these characteristics, the use of strength training is required.

This is where an unwanted side effect of weight loss jabs can easily occur.

These jabs don't work by magically burning fat while you sleep, rather they work by massively reducing your appetite.

We know that strength training and protein are required to build and maintain muscle. But, if someone’s appetite has plummeted, as well as their energy, that task becomes much more difficult.

Rapid weight loss makes it almost impossible to avoid muscle wastage. So even though you're burning through that unwanted fat, there’s also a high likelihood that you'll be burning through your hard earned muscle as well.

Now, this can be somewhat negated by eating a high-protein diet and strength training regularly, but with such low calories I think it's safe to say that some muscle waste is to be expected.

Which leads me perfectly onto my next point...

Ozempic Butt & Face

Yes, there's something going around the world of celebs that has been dubbed 'Ozempic Butt' & 'Ozempic Face'.

These are both directly linked to my previous point about muscle waste.

'Ozempic butt' is characterized by sagging skin on the butt, a common 'side effect' when the human body goes through rapid & extreme weight loss.

Rapid weight loss can contribute to looser skin, particularly in curvier areas of the body. This gives the body the rather unappealing look of an iron board. Great for abs, not so much the ass.

'Ozempic Face' is kinda scary. No doubt you've seen a celeb or two looking like they've just woken up from the most terrible of nightmares, when it fact, they've simply had a ride on the old Ozempic.

It's a term used to describe a hollow or gaunt look that is caused by rapid weight loss.

Sharon Osbourne has been quite outspoken about her experiences with the drug and how she regrets how much it has aged her face. I know she’s clearly had a bunch of work done on her face, but something just looks off after her Ozempic trip.

Besides the extra wrinkles and 'crows feet', the gaunt look just scares me. Facial fat serves a protective function and affects facial aesthetics and elasticity. Rapid weight loss can cause changes to the skin and the overall shape of the face because the fat that stretches and cushions the skin is no longer in place.

How mental is that? Again, this further highlights the negatives behind extreme and rapid weight loss.

Can Cause Dependence

This is one of my main objections to these drugs, and in my opinion, is going to be the cause of some real deep issues in the years to come.

If someone loses 30 pounds through these jabs, can you really expect them to try anything else? Of course not and why would you.

But, my question to these providers and the people taking them, is that happens when you inevitably stop?

They're meant to be used for a certain period of time, in order to help that individual shift the unwanted weight and get to a 'healthy' body weight.

That's great and I'm onboard with it all. But, if someone has essentially starved themselves for a few months, how can they be expected to return to 'normal' when they stop?

Now, some people will find the transition easier than others, while some will really struggle.

What happens if the weight starts creeping back on? What then?

Well you know what? More Ozempic of course!

And this is where the dependence will occur. People will depend on it, rather than using it as a tool to aid their health efforts.

Again, it's hard to blame people because the 'easy' option has been laid on a plate for them.

I really don't want to see a world where people use it for 3 months, take a break for 6 weeks, then jump back on it again for a few weeks before Christmas. But this is the world we're headed for.

I even heard a story recently of a woman who took a couple of weeks off at Xmas so she could enjoy herself like usual (aka have an appetite), only to jump back on the train not long after the New Year 🤦🏻‍♂️

The hard work and discipline associated with fat loss is slowly getting eroded, and in its place is a fashionable drug that does the work for you.

Useless Without The Right Habits

If somehow I gained 20-30 pounds of body fat, I know for a fact that I could benefit from taking a jab.

Do you know why?

Because I've spent the last 20 years of my life building the right habits around exercise, nutrition, and sleep.

So, if I did have a bunch of weight to lose, I could also back up the jabs by 'waking the walk' that's needed for successful fat loss.

This is linked to my previous point about dependence.

What happens to an individual once they've stopped using the jabs?

If they haven’t spent the time to develop new habits around their exercise, nutrition, and sleep, how can they be expected to maintain their results?

What about addressing past failures and changing their internal dialogue?

How about their emotional regulation? Have they dealt with that and developed ways to control their emotions and not resort to food for comfort?

These are all serious questions that aren’t being spoken about in the mainstream.

Now, all of these things can be worked on and improved while using Ozempic, but in reality, is this really going to happen for most users?

If I was a betting man, which I am from time to time, I'd strongly lean towards the answer being a resounding NO.

So, if I was advising someone on weight loss medication, I would make it crystal clear that they need an 'exit strategy', and that includes having the right habits in place.

Potentially Damaging Side Effects

We're in the early days of these weight loss jabs and like any new drug on the market, side effects are expected.

Some of those reported include:

Gastroparesis – can cause persistent nausea, bloating, and fullness
Pancreatitis – inflammation of the pancreas
Gallbladder issues – including gallstones or inflammation
Vision problems – rare reports of vision loss linked to optic nerve condition
Depression or mood changes – less common but under investigation

Some of the less severe side effects include nausea, vomiting, & diarrhoea.

Although less severe, I still wouldn’t fancy regular cases of the sh*ts 😂

It Furthers The 'Lazy' Mentality

I started this email off by stating that I don't think the use of weight loss jabs by a genuine person in need, automatically makes that person lazy.

But a person with a just few pounds to lose?

That's a whole different kettle of fish!

I was raised by two very hard working people. I'll be forever grateful for the work ethic my parents passed on to me.

I was raised with the idea that if you wanted something, you had to work for it. Put the work in, reap the rewards. Half ass your efforts, expect half assed results in return.

It's been my motto since day 1 and it's got me to where I am today.

So when I see celebs coming out of the shadows suddenly 20 pounds lighter and looking like a corpse, my feathers get a little ruffled.

Once again, I'm not against the use of weight loss drugs when they're used to help people who genuinely need them.

That gets my unconditional backing.

But for those looking for a quick fix because their 'metabolism is broke' or because they've tried everything under the sun and they just can't make it stick.

For those people?

Nah, I'm not having those people. As I mentioned earlier, people are getting lazier and lazier and lazier, and this is beginning to look like the cherry on top of the pie. Except this time it's not a sweet, delicious cherry, rather it's a ball of hot steaming poop.

Sorry, that was a bit much, but you can probably tell that I'm getting myself a little worked up writing this 😂 I'll do my best to remain 'professional'.

I don't want to see the world regress further.

I don't want to see my future kids raised in the laziest generation ever.

I don't want to walk around constantly surrounded by unhealthy people.

That's not a world any of us should want. But that's where we're headed.

Weight loss jabs are being abused by people who are simply too lazy to put in the necessary work needed for fat loss.

Is it easy? No, no it's not.

But is anything in life that is worth having, easy? No it ain't.

If someone is willing to take the easy way out with their health, that attitude might creep in to other areas of their lives, such as their business.

Whatever happened to a bit of old-fashioned hard work, eh?

Ok, I'm going to leave it there. But before I go, I want to leave you with some advice. If you're currently taking a jab or you're toying with the idea, listen up:

Know the risks. Ozempic and similar drugs come with potential side effects. Understand what you’re putting into your body.
Don’t skip the foundations. Medication without addressing your nutrition, movement, sleep, and mindset is like building on sand. These drugs can support change, but they can’t replace it.
Have a long-term plan. What happens when you stop the injection? Without sustainable habits in place, weight regain is common. Use the time on medication to build behaviours that last.
Work with a professional. Don’t DIY your health. Make sure you’re guided by someone qualified who can monitor your response, adjust your nutrition, and support you mentally and physically.
Ask yourself why. Are you using the jab to avoid doing the hard work? Or are you genuinely using it as part of a medically-supported journey? Be honest with yourself because your health depends on it.

Right, I hope that's been somewhat helpful.

If you have any questions on these weight loss jabs, or you'd like some advice, just pop me a reply and I'll happily help. I'm not an expert of the topic but I'm happy to help where I can.

Quote for the day

"Great things come from hard work and perseverance. No excuses"

- Kobe Bryant (Legendary basketball player)

- Mark

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