Today marks another meaningful step in my wellness journey. I began a very low micro-dose of a GLP-1 — and if I’m being honest, I am feeling both nervous and excited.
I tend to feel anxious whenever I introduce something new into my body. I like understanding the process and how my body might respond. That said, this step didn’t feel rushed or impulsive. It felt thoughtful, informed, and aligned. In many ways, it feels like the final piece of a carefully built plan designed to support my body — not push against it.
Over the past several weeks, I’ve added progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone under medical guidance to help bring my hormone levels back to where they should be. Today, adding a micro-dose of a GLP-1 feels like another layer of support, not a shortcut and not a replacement for the fundamentals I still believe in.
As a personal trainer, I’ve spent years studying and preaching “Nutrition and exercise are all you need.” And for many people, that remains true. But as I’ve gotten older, I’ve learned that doing all the “right” things doesn’t always mean your body responds the way it once did. Hormones shift. Absorption changes. Stress accumulates. Recovery looks different.
This season of wellness isn’t about just getting by, it’s about helping my body function at its highest potential.
My current routine builds on the vitamins I’ve been taking for years, with the addition of medically guided hormone therapy and a carefully monitored micro-dose of a GLP-1. I’ve also added zinc and selenium to support thyroid health, along with a daily Liquid IV after labs showed my sodium and potassium were a bit low. Each addition has a purpose. Nothing is random.
I’ve also shifted how I think about medical therapies and nutritional supplements. I now see them as supportive tools, not substitutes. While it’s possible to meet all nutritional needs through food alone, real life isn’t always that simple. Changes in absorption, hormone levels, stress, and aging all play a role. When used intentionally, medical support and targeted supplementation can help fill gaps, improve consistency, and give extra care to systems that need it right now.
With this foundation in place, my plan moving forward is simple and sustainable:
Strength training and movement 3–4 times per week
A clean, protein-forward diet
Listening to my body instead of forcing it
This journey may not be for everyone — and that’s okay. My goal isn’t to convince anyone to take the same path, but to share honestly and transparently. To show that evolving your approach isn’t failure, it’s awareness, education, and growth.
I’m grateful for where I am, hopeful for what’s ahead, and committed to continuing this journey with intention.