WEGOVY

Podcast Version
(With NotebookLM AI)

A Real-Life Experience with Wegovy (GLP-1) and
​How Executives and Triathletes could use it.

Introduction

Wegovy is part of a new class of drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists. Originally developed to help people with type 2 diabetes control blood sugar it is now making headlines for their powerful appetite-suppressing and weight-loss effects. In the past two years, these medications have shifted from niche medical treatments to global talking points, disrupting everything from healthcare to the food and beverage industry.

Celebrities, executives, and everyday athletes are trying it. Wall Street analysts are tracking its impact on consumer spending. Restaurants, snack brands, and alcohol companies are already reporting changes in customer behavior. And in the endurance sports world, it’s raising a new set of questions: Could a medication designed for metabolic health also help athletes reach or maintain race weight? Could it be a shortcut or a tool for performance management?

Why I Did It

The personal curiosity and the continuous learning as a coach elements that led me to test Wegovy myself. Not because I was drastically overweight, but because I wanted to see firsthand what it does, how it feels, and whether it could fit into an athlete’s life without derailing training.

Secondly, Ironman 70.3 Warsaw, I was at a tipping point. My knee pain forced me into a running break, my weight at a  high (97 kg – 215lbs), and the summer break with multiple visiting guests promised even more food and drinks. I wanted to see if I could at least avoid getting heavier during a recovery period, possibly reducing it back to my normal race weight (91kg or r200lbs)

Finally, I have to admit, my personal “backpack” of being overweight as child has left me with a body dysmorphia of even feeling fat, even with only 8% fat. It is something I will always carry with me and although I am aware of it, it certainly gave me the impetus to try the new craze that is GLP-1.

The Process

The Wegovy protocol was simple: one weekly shot. I started with 0.25 mg for four weeks, then increased to 0.5 mg for two more weeks.

The effect was immediate. I’m usually always hungry, but suddenly, that constant hunger disappeared. For me the effect was psychological: not feeling guilty to eat, or annoyed not to. Just a calm and content feeling of being full.

I consciously ate smarter, generally more vegetables and protein, and carbs only before workouts. Training continued: cycling and swimming from week one, jogging back by week four. I skipped intervals, sticking to endurance sessions since low-carb fueling makes intensity harder.

I tracked not just weight but also fat percentage, water, muscle, and body measurements. The key insight: Wegovy works when you eat because of hunger. It doesn’t help when you eat because of mood, alcohol, or social settings.

The Results

That’s 6 weeks, 5 kg gone. And the biggest win: I never felt hungry or energy-depleted. Training continued without compromise in zone 2. I hardly felt out of energy, because I kept consciously eating carbs before and during workouts.

I do feel that my maximum power and FTP dropped, but cannot say it was because of the Wegovy protocol. I more likely attribute it to the 2 week recovery period and less interval work for 4 weeks.

Important remark: Wegovy certainly helped me not feeling hungry, but social activities trigger a different sentiment. As a professional entertaining customers or partners, and the joy of having a drink and a meal with friends is not based on your hunger reflex. And so, I found that in those cases I drank and ate as usual, even with Wegovy. It did not matter I was not hungry, but that was not the driving force.

Conclusion: Was Wegovy worth it?

Yes and no. Yes, because it gave me control, a reset, and a kickstart when I felt stuck. No, because with discipline, I could have / should have achieved the same results naturally.

For heavier professionals and athletes, Wegovy may be a valuable momentum-builder. Shedding the first 5–10 kg can reduce joint stress, make training safer, and boost confidence. But it’s not a magic pill. Social habits, discipline, and mindset remain the real drivers of long-term success.

Recommendations on How and When to Use Wegovy

Best timing: Off-season or early base training phase, when the focus is on zone 2 endurance.
Avoid: Speed or interval phases—you need high-carb fueling there.
Definitely not: Right before a race. You should already be at race weight by then.
Mindset matters: Wegovy helps with hunger, not with emotional or social eating.
Training fuel: Even on Wegovy, make sure you eat carbs before/during intensity and protein after sessions to protect muscle mass.

Don’t forget! It is the small daily steps that turn into positive habits, patterns, and beliefs ingrained in body and mind. Enjoy the journey!

BONUS TIPS COACH GLENN:

If you try Wegovy, see it as a reset button, not the solution. Align it with your training phases, keep carbs for intensity, and protect your recovery.

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