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10 weeks on Ozempic - How much to keep doing this forever?

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In this episode, we catch up, talk bout how holidays kick your body's ass, how Ozempic has affected Charlene's bra size, and Jon does some rudimentary maths to work out how much it would cost to STAY on Ozempic forever (at different dosages).

⏱️ Episode Highlights:
• 00:00 – Back into routine: Charlene’s struggle with exhaustion, early mornings, and chaotic school schedules.
• 02:00 – Weekly check-ins: Charlene drops 700g, Jon gains slightly after a cheat weekend (and then drops it again).
• 06:00 – The bra dilemma: when your body changes faster than your wardrobe.
• 08:00 – Body image + support: partners, self-talk, and the saggy skin no one warns you about.
• 09:30 – Jon’s cheat weekend: homemade pizza, muscadel, and why living in the moment sometimes matters.
• 12:45 – The cost of staying on Ozempic: a full breakdown of monthly expenses by dosage.
• 15:45 – Final thoughts: Can you afford to do this forever? And should you?
20 Apr English South Africa Health & Fitness · Personal Journals

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