I’ve held off on writing this for a while.
But everyone is talking about it.
And it’s time to weigh in.
Here’s the question on a lot of people’s minds:
Should I jump on Ozempic (or Wegovy or Mounjaro) if I’m trying to drop weight fast?
DISCLAIMER: I’m not a doctor, and this isn’t medical advice.
But after 20 years of coaching real people—especially folks over 40 looking to lose 10 to 50 pounds—here’s what I’ve seen:
Where GLP-1 weight-loss drugs can make sense
• Morbid obesity or serious health markers (A1c, blood pressure, joint load)
• Doctor-supervised plan + lifestyle coaching
• Clear exit strategy so you’re not on an injection forever
If that’s you, talk to your physician. For some, it’s life-changing.
The big problems I’m seeing in the real world
- Side effects and cost: Nausea, muscle loss, unheard-of cravings once you stop, $800+ per month out-of-pocket if insurance won’t cover it—no free ride.
- “Flabby but smaller” – Because the drug crushes appetite, many people just eat less junk—zero strength training, zero protein focus. Result: same body-fat%, just in a smaller, weaker package. (Not the athletic look you’re reading this newsletter for.)
- No long-term habits – When the injections stop, hunger roars back—and weight often rebounds. You traded one battle for another.
The kettlebell alternative
What if, instead, you spent the next 28 days on a strength-focused, fat-burning kettlebell plan that:
- Preserves (and builds) muscle – short EDT sessions 3-4×/week keep metabolism humming.
- Teaches sustainable nutrition – my 21-Day Eat-to-Lose plan lets you enjoy real food, no calorie counting.
- Costs $29 once – not $800 every month.
- Leaves you leaner, stronger, and more athletic – not just “smaller.”
That’s precisely what the EDT “Drop-a-Size” Kettlebell Challenge 2.0 is built for.
You’ll also get:
• EDT 1.0 (a second 28-day program to keep momentum)
• 30-Day Flexibility Challenge to move and feel better
• Private coaching group for accountability
-> Ready to drop a pants size, keep the muscle, and skip the injections? Grab your spot here
– Forest
PS – If your doctor says a GLP-1 is medically necessary, that’s between you and them. But if you’re in that 10-30 lb range and want a lean, athletic look, this kettlebell path is the one I’d recommend.
PPS – Summer’s in full force—imagine stepping onto the dock or beach feeling tighter, stronger, and proud of what you see in the mirror. Hit this link, and let’s get to work.