Not much weight change in a few weeks

I am very close to my goal weight of 140. I started Tirzepatide at the end of May. My SW was 160 and I’m now around 147. I fluctuate between 147-148. I started split dosing July 2 and had upped my dose to 8 units at a time (3.2mg for the week). My weight loss is very slow right now. I eat my protein, I’m working on better sleep, get my fiber, and drink water. I also strength train and walk 2-3 miles a day. I’m not how much more I can do. Should I just keep with the dosing that I’m at for a little while longer and see how it goes or go up? I’m slightly afraid to go up because my hair is starting to shed a ton as well. Im also in the Beta group so maybe I should just hang tight? Do you have any thoughts? @Tiffany Bailey PA-C

1. Belle member

   Hang in there Tiffany. Look at how well you have done. You’ve got this!!♥️🎉♥️

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   @member thank you!

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   I'd reach out to the support team so they can help get you in touch with one of medical team to talk you through options.

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   The last few pounds are the toughest or was for me. I swore I never see 125 and it does happen just Trust the process

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   @member thanks!! I keep trying to tell myself that. I’m really not in a hurry. But it can really mess with your mind seeing the same number week after week 😂

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   @member Totally agree, I started at 171 and once I made it to 135 my weight continued to fluctuate a few pounds either way for a couple of months and then I started to see weight loss again (I’m now 123). It takes longer when you’re near the end. Definitely hang in there @member! The weight WILL come off! Keep doing all the things you’ve been doing - your body just needs a little time to catch up. 😊

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   @member I get that and I wanted to use a hammer on mine to show it who had the last say 🤣🤣😂😂

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   @member congratulations to you and great advice for Tiffany

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   @member 😂😂😂

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    @member thank you!!

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    @member Thanks!

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    @member You’re welcome!

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    I have a couple of suggestions if you haven’t tried these yet: rotate your injection site, maybe try to increase your calories for a little bit and then go back to your normal intake. Sometimes this can kick you out of a little plateau. I know slow loss can be frustrating, especially so close to your goal. Those last few bits are going to be harder to come off. If I can offer you any advice it would be to stay where you’re at (dose wise) as long as you feel like it’s helping with your early satiation. Switch up how you eat a little bit. And stay off the scale. I know we have a certain goal number in mind and sometimes that can drive us absolutely nuts. You are doing so great!!!

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    @member thank you! Yes I’ve been rotating my injection sites. I’ll try to increase my calories and see how it goes. Thanks for the advice!

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    @member completely second everything said here! Well said Nikki!💙

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    Hang in there. I feel like I’m in the same boat with you! I started at 169 pounds and now 145. I’m taking 3mg of Tirz, but just added MIC+B12. I been super hungry lately and just been allowing myself to eat and well instead of gaining I am just holding steady. I am pushing more protein and taking Metamucil. Thank goodness I have no nausea or constipation! I figure my body is trying to reset so I am trying a different workout, been taking creatine and making sure my sleep is good! I do also measure circumference of my arms, chest, waist, hip and legs. I’m super annoyed that my hair is falling out even thought I’m taking biotin! I don’t want to increase my dose!

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    @member 💕💕💕💕💕💕

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    @member love you

19. Tiffany Bailey PA-C · Belle expert

    My thoughts are- when you are that close to your goal weight, I would not be terribly concerned about how fast the last bit of it comes off. I totally agree with all the other comments about rotating injection sites, adding some more calories, making sure you’re hitting your protein goals, etc. Once you start hormone therapy, that may make some changes as well. I know patience is so hard and it does something a little mental to you when you keep seeing the same number, but maybe hide the scale for just a little bit.

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    @Tiffany Bailey PA-C thank you! It’s just good to have confirmation that you’re on the right track 🤗 I’m really happy with the progress I’m making and how I feel.

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    @member helpful to me too. Thank you. 🙏🏼

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    @Tiffany Bailey PA-C Love this!

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    @member sound so much like me right now. I’ve started back taking nutrafol and using the divi har serum for my hair. I’m adding in collagen as well. I also take creatine. I have a consult with Dr. Taylor Monday so I’m excited to add some other peptides in as well. Keep up the good work! We’ll get there!❤️

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    Here are a few suggestions. Also, o would try different injection sites a as well.

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    @member thank you! I honestly think I’m probably not eating quite enough bc my BMR is kinda high at 1417 calories. I think I’m going to track for a bit to see how I’m doing.

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    @member 😂😂😂

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    @member yikes on the hair loss! I hope it stops sooner rather than later!

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    @member Lange me too! Thankfully I have thick hair and it’s really only noticeable to me but I’ve worked so hard to get my hair back since 2021! Not only did I have a baby that year but I had covid and I lost so much hair between the two 😜 It finally was back and now I feel like it’s shedding again. I told my husband “ why can’t I be healthy and fit, have clear skin and all my hair at once?? Why is it always one of them that jumps ship?”🫠

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    @member oh wow. I do know that stress can steal your peace and it shows up in weird ways. I sympathize with you on wanting it all together at the same time. But take care of yourself and the improvements will come!

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    Hi Tiffany! Congrats on all you have accomplished. I’d be not so focus on the scale but on how your clothes fit and your overall look (more so if you have been working out). If you’re gaining muscle, the scale might not move much, but you will overall look better. Also, hair loss is a sign of stress and inadequate nutrition is a stress. So I’d focus more on getting the calories and nutrients right. Touching base with a nutritionist might not be a bad idea. If it was me, I’d not increase the dose and try to get your body stable on the current one. The overall goal is to feel better and be healthier. If you hit a number but don’t hit the above goals whatever you achieve is not going to be sustainable. Hang in there! you got this!

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    @member good advice!

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    @member thank you! I agree! I also think it’s a nutrition thing. Because of the bacteria on fruits and veggies I’ve been weary of eating them! I’m bringing them back in so hopefully it’ll get better. Talking with a nutritionist or dietician would be a great idea. Thanks for the advice and encouragement:)

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    Just a little update: I think upping my calories has helped! I’m also TRYING not to be as focused on the scale but it is moving! I think I’m actually building some muscle bc I feel stronger. I’ve been able to go up in my weights this past week. Plus, my “skinny” clothes are getting baggy 😂 Thanks for all of your help!!

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    @member 🎉🎉🎉 incredible