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The volume goes. The skin envelope stays. And there is a line somewhere between what a good skincare routine can do and what only an operating theatre can do, a line almost nobody in the beauty industry has any commercial interest in drawing clearly for you. Here's something that might surprise you. Everyone assumes the weight-loss injections have triggered a tummy-tuck boom. But BAAPS's own audit shows UK cosmetic surgery actually fell two per cent in 2025, with abdominoplasty down four per cent. Meanwhile in the United States, more than 800,000 aesthetic patients were using a prescription weight-loss medication in 2024, and one in five of them had already had surgery. In this episode I'm joined by Dr Frank Agullo, a double board-certified plastic surgeon based in El Paso, Texas, known to three and a half million people online as Dr WorldWide. He trained at the Mayo Clinic, holds certification from both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, and is a Clinical Associate Professor at Texas Tech's Paul L. Foster School of Medicine. He's the founder of Southwest Plastic Surgery, where patients fly in from as far as Canada and South America. We talk about why the skin doesn't know you lost the weight the healthy way, what actually happens to the face, breasts and midsection and why they behave so differently, what "Ozempic face" really is underneath, what a topical can genuinely do and where it stops, how stable your weight needs to be before surgery is sensible, whether loose skin really retracts if you wait, and what before-and-after culture online completely hides. 🎙 Hosted by: Marc McKee 📍 Featuring: Dr Frank Agullo, MD, FACS 🔗 Connect with Dr Agullo 📸 Instagram: @realdrworldwide 📲 TikTok: @realdrworldwide 🔗 Website: www.agulloplasticsurgery.com 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 Podcast: www.myjourneywithmarc.com/podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am. Sources referenced in this episode: BAAPS Annual Audit, procedures performed in 2025, published 2026 American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2024 Procedural Statistics Report, released 25 June 2025 (GLP-1 figures from the survey component, US only)

Coronary heart disease kills more than twice as many women in the UK as breast cancer. More than 800,000 UK women are living with it right now. And if you asked most women in midlife what they should be most worried about, I don't think heart disease is the answer you'd get. Menopause changes where a woman stores fat, how she processes sugar, what her cholesterol does and what her blood pressure does. Weight, hormones and cardiovascular risk are all one system. But they get treated by three different people in three different appointments, if you can get the appointments at all. In this episode I'm joined by Dr Komal Patil-Sisodia, who is triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Endocrinology and Obesity Medicine, and is also a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. She has practised for over seventeen years and is the founder of Eastside Menopause and Metabolism in Redmond, Washington. She's Executive Medical Director of Medical Specialties at a local hospital system, hosts the Clearly Hormonal podcast, and has been named a Top Doctor by both Seattle Met and Seattle Magazine. We talk about what actually changes in a woman's metabolism through the menopause transition, why heart disease is so badly under-appreciated in midlife, where GLP-1 medications fit for a woman in her forties and fifties, what the evidence says about HRT and GLP-1s together, what tests women should be asking for and aren't, and where to start if you've been told more than once that it's just your age. 🎙 Hosted by: Marc McKee 📍 Featuring: Dr Komal Patil-Sisodia, MD 🔗 Connect with Dr Patil-Sisodia 📸 Instagram: @drpatilsisodia 📲 TikTok: @drpatilsisodia 🔗 Website: www.eastsidemm.com 🎧 Podcast: Clearly Hormonal — www.eastsidemm.com/podcast 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 Podcast: www.myjourneywithmarc.com/podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am. Sources referenced in this episode: British Heart Foundation, UK Cardiovascular Disease Factsheet, January 2026 (2024 mortality data, ONS)

It's not the nausea people find hardest. It's the hair. A systematic review published in April 2026 pulled together twenty-four studies and found hair loss occurred at six cases per thousand patient-years on GLP-1 medication, against zero point eight on placebo. More than a three-fold increase. And when you're eating a fraction of what you used to, the nutrients have to come from somewhere: one study last year found 98.6% of people on these medications were below the recommended intake of vitamin D alone. In this episode I'm joined by Nyrah Saleem, a clinical pharmacist and independent prescriber, and an award-winning health creator who shares evidence-based advice on skincare, hair health and nutrition with over half a million followers. She's the founder of Nyra Nutrition, a pharmacist-formulated supplement brand. We talk about what's actually happening when your hair starts shedding and whether it's the drug or the weight loss, how long it really takes to come back, whether anything genuinely speeds that up, the nutrient deficiencies worth worrying about, and which supplements are worth your money and which are expensive gimmicks. She also covers how to read a supplement label properly, what interactions to watch for alongside these medications, and the things people are too embarrassed to ask a pharmacist. 🎙 Hosted by: Marc McKee 📍 Featuring: Nyrah Saleem MPharm 🔗 Connect with Nyrah 📸 Instagram: @healthwithnyrah 📲 TikTok: @healthwithnyrah 📺 YouTube: @Healthwithnyrah 🔗 Nyra Nutrition: https://www.nyranutrition.co.uk 🔗 Linktree: linktr.ee/nyrahsaleem 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am. Sources referenced in this episode: Gupta AK et al., "GLP-1 therapies and hair loss: a systematic review of current evidence and implications for counseling", Science Progress, 17 April 2026 Vitamin D intake data: Frontiers in Nutrition, April 2025 (n=69)

A billion people worldwide are living with obesity. The medications finally work. And fewer than one in ten of the people who could benefit will get them by 2030. In this episode I'm joined by Dr Fatima Cody Stanford, obesity medicine physician-scientist at Massachusetts General Hospital and Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School. One of the first fellowship-trained obesity medicine physicians in the world, she has published over 300 peer-reviewed papers, sat on the 2025 US Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, and contributed to the Lancet Commission that redefined clinical obesity. Many of you will know her from Oprah's weight-loss special. We talk about what's coming next: the triple agonist retatrutide, which produced average weight loss of over 28% in trial results presented in June, with two thirds of people on the top dose finishing no longer clinically obese. We also cover why almost nobody will be able to get it, the black market already selling it, why people with type 2 diabetes lose less weight on these drugs, and the body dysmorphia that doesn't disappear when the weight does. 🎙 Hosted by: Marc McKe 📍 Featuring: Dr Fatima Cody Stanford, Massachusetts General Hospital & Harvard Medical School Follow Dr Stanford: Instagram: @askdrfatima Website: askdrfatima.com 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am. Sources referenced in this episode: - World Health Organization, first global guideline on the use of GLP-1 medicines in treating obesity, published 1 December 2025. - TRIUMPH-1 figures from Eli Lilly's topline release, 21 May 2026, and Dr Ania Jastreboff's presentation at the 86th ADA Scientific Sessions, 6 June 2026. Presented at conference and not yet peer-reviewed. - TRANSCEND-T2D-1, The Lancet, June 2026. Lancet Commission on the definition and diagnosis of clinical obesity, January 2025.

Three quarters of people in the semaglutide trials had a gastrointestinal side effect. Only four per cent of UK adults were eating enough fibre before any of this started. So we've put millions of people on a medication that slows the gut down, in a country that was already barely eating any fibre, and then wondered why everyone feels awful. In this episode I'm joined by Dr Karan Rajan, an NHS surgeon, university clinical lecturer and one of the most-followed health educators in the world, with well over ten million people following him for his myth-busting videos. He's the author of the number one Sunday Times bestseller This Book May Save Your Life and of This Is Vital Information, host of the podcast Dr Karan Explores, founder of LOAM Science, and Chief of Science at gut health company Throne Science. We talk about what these medications are actually doing in your gut and why the side effects are so varied, which of them you can do something about and which you simply have to ride out, why fibre matters far more than anyone told you, the single biggest piece of GLP-1 misinformation currently circulating, and the moral undertone that says taking these drugs is somehow cheating. 🔗 Connect with Dr Karan Rajan 📸 Instagram: @drkaranrajan 📲 TikTok: @dr.karanr 📺 YouTube: @DrKaranRajan 🔗 Website: https://www.drkaranrajan.com/ 🎧 Podcast: Dr Karan Explores – https://www.drkaranrajan.com/podcast LOAM Science 📸 Instagram: @loamscience 📲 TikTok: @loamscience 🔗 Website: https://loamscience.com Use JOURNEY15 for 15% off. 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am. Sources referenced in this episode: Wilding et al., "Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Adults with Overweight or Obesity" (STEP 1), New England Journal of Medicine, 10 February 2021 British Nutrition Foundation, "Dietary Fibre in 2026", drawing on NDNS 2019–2023

Losing weight on a GLP-1 can completely change your life… but it doesn’t always come without challenges. In this episode of This Is My Journey, Marc McKee sits down with Anna Cadman (@dexbudsnewchapter), who has lost an incredible 8 stone using GLP-1 medication. Anna shares her full journey, from what life was like before starting, to the moment she decided to take that step, and how her mindset, confidence and relationship with food have changed along the way. More recently, Anna has also faced serious health challenges, including pancreatitis and gallstones, adding a new layer to her journey and forcing her to navigate progress while prioritising her health. This is a real, honest conversation about transformation, resilience and what comes next. We talk about: • Starting a GLP-1 journey and overcoming hesitation • Losing 8 stone and what it really feels like day to day • Changes in mindset, confidence and identity • Food noise and relationship with food • Reactions from others and sharing the journey online • Navigating pancreatitis and gallstones during weight loss • Thinking about maintenance and the future • Advice for anyone starting their journey If you’re on a GLP-1, considering it, or just want to hear a real story from someone living it, this episode will resonate. Follow Anna: TikTok: @dexbudsnewchapter 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

Support on a weight loss journey isn’t always what you expect. In this episode of This Is My Journey, Marc McKee sits down with friends Emma Cottey (@EmmasHealthMission)and Rue Ndabaline (@JourneyWithRue) for a raw and honest conversation about transformation, friendship, and what really happens when your life starts to change. After losing 126lbs (9 stone), Marc reflects on the role that support, or lack of it, can play in a journey like this, while Emma and Rue share their perspective on what they saw, what they felt, and what was happening behind the scenes. This episode is about more than weight loss. It’s about relationships, identity, and how your connections with people can shift as you grow. Topics discussed include: • The lowest points before starting a journey • Struggles people don’t always talk about • How others see your transformation • Changes in friendships during weight loss • What real support actually looks like • The difference between giving and receiving support • Growth, reflection and what still feels unfinished Follow Emma and Rue: Instagram/TikTok: @EmmasHealthMission Instagram/TikTok: @JourneyWithRue 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

Loose skin after significant weight loss is something many people experience, but very few people feel prepared for. In this episode of This Is My Journey, Marc McKee sits down with Dr Gediminas Samulėnas, board-certified plastic surgeon at Nordesthetics, to talk honestly about excess skin after weight loss and when surgery may or may not be the right option. After losing 126lbs (9 stone) himself, Marc brings the patient perspective to this conversation, while Dr Samulėnas shares expert insight into what happens to the skin after major weight loss, why it occurs, and how people can approach decisions around surgery responsibly. This episode focuses on education, expectations, and helping people feel informed when navigating the next stage of their transformation journey. Topics discussed include: • Why loose skin happens after significant weight loss • Factors that influence skin elasticity • When it may be appropriate to consider surgery • Common misconceptions around excess skin surgery • Facial and neck changes after weight loss • How surgeons help patients set realistic expectations • What to look for when choosing a surgeon or clinic • The importance of emotional readiness before surgery Follow Dr Samulėnas and Nordesthetics: Instagram: @dr.samulenas Instagram: @nordesthetics_clinic 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

Loose skin after weight loss is something millions of people experience, but it’s rarely talked about honestly. In this solo episode of This Is My Journey, Marc McKee from My Journey with Marc shares his personal experience after losing 126lbs (9 stone) using Mounjaro and how his skin changed throughout the journey. Marc opens up about the emotional side of transformation, the areas of his body that changed the most, and the skincare routines, treatments and technologies he experimented with along the way. This episode also introduces the philosophy behind ElastiK Skin, a skincare system designed to support skin through periods of visible change such as weight loss, ageing and lifestyle transformation. Marc explains the thinking behind the Skin in Evolution Framework, why consistency matters more than miracle products, and how hydration, elasticity support, barrier repair and light-based skincare technology can work together to support the skin long term. Topics discussed include: • Loose skin after weight loss • Facial changes during GLP-1 weight loss • Skincare routines during transformation • Peptides and skin elasticity • Hydration and barrier repair • Red light therapy and LED masks • The Skin in Evolution Framework • Supporting skin through long-term change Follow ElastiK Skin for skincare education and updates: Instagram: @elastikskin TikTok: @elastikskin Facebook: @elastikskin Visit www.elastikskin.com and sign up to the VIP list for launch information, exclusive discounts and to be first to get access to the Skin in Evolution Framework. 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In this episode of This Is My Journey, I’m joined by James, who started his GLP-1 journey on 31 March and has since lost over 8 stone. James began feeling sceptical about GLP-1 medication and carried a lot of shame around his weight. Like many people, he was stuck in the “I’ll start on Monday” mindset and believed he should be able to do it naturally. Since starting his journey, he has: Lost over 8 stone Reversed pre-diabetes Lowered his blood pressure Gained the clarity to build real habits Started running and going to the gym This episode is about mindset shifts, food noise, confidence, and what becomes possible when the mental fog lifts. We talk about: Overcoming scepticism around GLP-1s Breaking the cycle of shame Why clarity matters more than willpower Building sustainable habits Confidence after weight loss If you’re on a GLP-1, considering it, or feeling stuck in the “start Monday” cycle, this conversation will resonate. Follow James: Instagram / TikTok: @transforming.james 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

On this episode of This Is My Journey, we’re having one of the most important conversations of the season. I’m joined by Dr Sachin Khunti, a doctor with a background in pharmacy and medicine, specialist training in obesity care, and someone who has also lived with obesity from childhood into adulthood. Sachin brings a perspective we don’t hear often enough. He understands obesity not just as a clinician, but as a patient. He has personally used GLP-1 medication, experienced weight regain, restarted treatment, and seen first-hand how biology, stigma, and systems all shape outcomes. In this episode, we talk about: • Why obesity must be treated as a chronic disease, not a lifestyle choice • How childhood obesity shapes identity and long-term health • The UK’s approach to prevention and where gaps still exist • What GLP-1 medication taught him about appetite and food noise • The reality of stopping and restarting treatment • The biggest misconceptions around obesity and GLP-1s • Why stigma remains one of the biggest barriers to care • What better, long-term obesity treatment should look like This is an honest, evidence-based, and deeply human conversation about moving from blame to biology and building systems that truly support people. Follow Dr Sachin: Instagram & TikTok: @drsachinkhunti 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Mike Herring, a double board certified medical doctor, personal trainer, and someone who has lived this journey himself, having lost over 100 pounds and maintained it long term. Dr Mike brings together medical insight, behaviour change, and real world experience to explain why so many people struggle on GLP-1s and what actually leads to sustainable results beyond the medication. We dive into: • The most common mistakes people make on GLP-1s • Why habits matter more than motivation • How GLP-1s affect cravings, stress eating, and reward pathways • The importance of protein, movement, and muscle • Simple habits that create long term success This episode is about realism, not perfection. Practical strategies that support health, mindset, and long term change. Follow Dr Mike: 📸 Instagram/TikTok: @dr.mike_md     Alternative TikTok: @theglp1doctor 📱 Vivy app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vivy-glp1-glp-1-tracker/id6736508784  (Not currently available in the EU.) 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

On this episode of This Is My Journey, we’re tackling one of the most important conversations around GLP-1s. I’m joined by Hira Malik, Chief Pharmacist and Co-Founder of Oushk Pharmacy, who works closely with patients at every stage of their GLP-1 journey, from first consideration through to maintenance and long-term planning. Hira brings a pharmacy-led, safety-first perspective to this episode, and if you’re thinking about starting a GLP-1, already on one, or hearing conflicting information online, this is a must-listen. We dive into: • What safe prescribing actually looks like • The steps someone should take before starting a GLP-1 • How to approach maintenance properly • The rise of misinformation online • The very real risks of black-market and unregulated use • How to protect your health and make informed decisions This episode is all about clarity and empowerment. No scare tactics, no hype, just honest, professional guidance to help people navigate this journey safely. 🎙 Hosted by: Marc 📍 Featuring: Hira Malik, Oushk Pharmacy Follow Oushk Pharmacy: Instagram & TikTok: @oushkpharmacy Website: www.oushkpharmacy.com 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In this episode, I’m joined by Aja Beckett, Founder of Shotsy, to talk about the part of the GLP-1 journey that so often gets overlooked. What happens after the prescription. After starting her own GLP-1 journey, Aja realised that while the medication helped with weight loss, the real challenge began once the prescription was filled. There was little guidance, no emotional support, and no clear path for navigating the lifestyle and identity changes that followed. That experience led her to build Shotsy, a digital health platform designed to support people using GLP-1s beyond the medication. We dive into: • Why so many people feel lost after starting GLP-1s • The emotional and identity shifts that come with weight loss • The lack of education and support beyond prescriptions • How community and accountability change long term outcomes • What people actually need to feel supported and succeed This episode is honest, emotional, and incredibly validating for anyone who has ever felt like they were doing this on their own. Follow Aja & Shotsy: 📸 Instagram: @shotsyhealth 🌐 Website: https://shotsyapp.com 🎁 Listener offer Podcast listeners get 50% off their first 3 months of Shotsy+ premium. 👉 https://shotsyapp.com/redeem?code=MYJOURNEY50 iOS only for now (install latest update), Android support coming soon. 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

We are BACK for Season 2 of This Is My Journey which starts with a conversation so many of you have been asking for. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Adam Jameson from REVIV, a pharmacist and PhD in pharmacogenomics, to talk honestly about nutrition, supplementation, energy, fatigue, hair loss, skin changes, and side effects that people experience while on GLP-1 medications and how we can better them. We dive into: • Why some people struggle with side effects on GLP-1s • How nutritional deficiencies can impact energy, mood, hair and skin • What your body actually needs during weight loss • Supplements vs IV therapy and when each makes sense • How to support your body properly during and after your journey This episode is all about doing this the right way. Not fear, not hype, just education, clarity, and practical guidance to help you feel your best. 🎙 Hosted by: Marc 📍 Featuring medical insight from REVIV Follow Dr Adam Jameson & REVIV: Instagram / TikTok: @revivme \ @doctoradamjameson Website: https://www.revivme.com 🎁 Exclusive listener discount Book your REVIV therapy session and get 20% off Code: MarcOsk20 👉 http://bit.ly/3NgRGNS 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In today’s episode of This Is My Journey, I’m joined by the amazing Amie Moore who has lost an incredible 7 stone on her GLP-1 journey. This conversation goes deep into: • What inspired her to start • Her progress over time • Life-changing transformation • How rapid weight loss led to gallstones • Surgery, recovery, and restarting • The emotional rollercoaster of healing and coming back stronger This episode touches on a topic many people are afraid to talk about. There’s a lot of misinformation online suggesting GLP-1 medications cause gallstones. The truth is rapid weight loss itself carries that risk for any method of losing weight fast. Aimee’s story provides clarity, reassurance, and hope for anyone who has faced complications during their journey. This episode is heartfelt, honest, vulnerable, and incredibly encouraging. 🔗Connect with Amie here: 📍TikTok: @aimswlsjourney 📍Instagram: @aimred 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In Episode 11 of This Is My Journey, Marc sits down with Nathan Hindle, Founder of Brysk, Manchester’s new home of wellness, recovery, and performance. This episode explores how recovery, cold therapy, and wellness treatments can support people on GLP-1 weight loss journeys, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too. Nathan opens up about the stigma surrounding cold therapy, the importance of individualised wellness, and how mental wellbeing often gets overlooked during transformation. Brysk is a science-led, family-run wellness studio offering evidence-based treatments including cryotherapy, red light therapy, lymphatic drainage, oxygen therapy, and more, all designed to help people recover, recharge, and redefine their health from the inside out. If you’re on a GLP-1 journey, this conversation will help you see why wellness is more than weight loss…. it’s about rebuilding balance, strength, and confidence in your body and mind. Learn more about Brysk: 🌐 www.wearebrysk.co.uk 📱 Instagram: @wearebrysk 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In this special episode of This Is My Journey, the conversation turns personal as Marc opens up about his own story losing 9 stone on a GLP-1 and learning what it really means to maintain that transformation. Joined by his close friends from TikTok, Rue and Emma, Marc reflects on the mental and emotional side of long-term weight loss, the pressure to stay consistent, the challenges of maintenance, and the reality of building a new kind of balance. It’s an honest, unfiltered look at life after the goal weight, and a reminder that the journey doesn’t end when the number on the scale changes... it just evolves. 🎧 Hosted by Marc McKee 🎙 Guests: Rue Ndabalime (@journeywithrue) & Emma Cottey (@emmashealthmission) 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In this episode of This Is My Journey, I sit down with Brandon Gee, a creator who’s lost over 50 kilograms on a GLP-1 and has become a voice of honesty and inspiration for thousands of people on similar paths. We talk about the part of transformation that rarely gets discussed.... what happens after the weight loss. The emotional and mental challenges, the body changes, the fear of regain, and learning to live in a body that feels completely new. Brandon’s story is powerful, vulnerable, and a reminder that the real work doesn’t end when the scale stops moving..... it just changes. 🎙 Hosted by: Marc McKee 🎥 Guest: Brandon Gee — @brangetsfitter 📲 TikTok: @brangetsfit 📸 Instagram: @brangetsfitter 💬 Keywords: GLP-1 weight loss, post-transformation mindset, obesity recovery, body confidence, Mounjaro journey, life after weight loss, health transformation, fitness journey, mental wellness, real stories #ThisIsMyJourney #GLP1Journey #WeightLossTransformation #BodyConfidence #HealthJourney #BranGetsFitter #WellnessPodcast #PostWeightLoss 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In this episode of This Is My Journey, I sit down with Mitch O’Callaghan, founder of Proper Coaching, to talk all about finding strength, physically and mentally while on a GLP-1 journey. Mitch shares how movement can completely change your mindset, boost confidence, and help protect your health long after the scale stops moving. From home workouts and gym anxiety to muscle preservation and motivation, this is a conversation for anyone ready to take the next step in their wellness journey. 🎙 Hosted by: Marc McKee 🎥 Guest: Mitch O’Callaghan | Instagram: @proper_coaching_mitch | TikTok: @proper.coaching Free Program and Amazon links available via Mitch's Instagram. Drop him a follow and DM for more.  💬 Keywords: GLP-1 exercise, movement motivation, strength after weight loss, gym tips, fitness journey, obesity recovery, muscle health, home workouts, wellness mindset, Proper Coaching #ThisIsMyJourney #GLP1Journey #FitnessMotivation #ProperCoaching #HealthTransformation #ExerciseForAll #WellnessPodcast 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In this episode of This Is My Journey, we explore the realities of managing family life while on a GLP-1 journey, the balance between parenting, personal health and self-care. Emma, known online as @emmashealthmission, shares her inspiring story of losing over 8 stone while juggling motherhood, family routines, and her own wellbeing. From navigating family meals to making time for herself, Emma opens up about the challenges, guilt, and growth that come with trying to do it all. This honest and relatable chat is for every parent who’s ever said, “I just don’t have time for me.” 🎙 Hosted by: Marc — @my.journey.with.marc 📍 Guest: Emma Cottey 📲 TikTok/Instagram: @emmashealthmission 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In today’s episode of This Is My Journey, Marc speaks with Dr. Dean Jones DC — a renowned functional medicine doctor, GLP-1 coach, and founder of Lasting Weight Loss. Dr. Jones shares his own powerful weight loss story, the lessons he’s learned from helping thousands of patients, and what the U.K. can learn from the very different U.S. approach to GLP-1s. We cover: 🇺🇸 US vs 🇬🇧 UK access to GLP-1s — key differences and what they mean for patients Why coaching and education matter just as much as medication How to overcome cravings and avoid setbacks on your journey The truth about muscle loss and long-term health on GLP-1s Why transformation is never just a “quick fix” Whether you’re using GLP-1s or considering them, this episode will empower you with the knowledge and strategies to succeed. 🔗 Connect with Dr. Dean Jones TikTok: @drjonesdc Instagram: @drjones_dc YouTube: Dr. Jones, DC Website & Coaching: lastingweightlossnow.com Linktree (Books, Coaching, Consultations): Click here 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In this powerful episode of This Is My Journey, we sit down with Kirsty, who has lost over 13 stone and opens up about the realities of life before, during, and after bariatric surgery, and how GLP-1 medication is now helping her continue that transformation. We explore what life is really like beyond the before-and-after photos: the mental and emotional changes, the impact on daily life, and the challenges that follow even after dramatic weight loss. Kirsty shares openly about her diagnoses, her resilience and her determination to take control of her health and future. Whether you’re considering surgery, already post-op, or simply navigating your own transformation, this episode offers honesty, hope, and practical insights that will help you feel less alone on your journey. 💬 Keywords: GLP-1 journey, bariatric surgery, obesity stigma, weight loss transformation, confidence, body image, Mounjaro, Wegovy 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In this episode of This Is My Journey, we look beyond the physical and dive into the mental side of transformation. I’m joined by Dr Lucy Harvey, a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience specialising in eating behaviour, mindset and behaviour change. Together, we explore the emotional realities of being on a GLP-1 journey: 🧠 Why identity shifts can feel so overwhelming 🧠 How guilt, shame, and “secret jabbers” show up 🧠 The role of family, friends & social media in shaping confidence 🧠 Practical tools for self-compassion and long-term success If your body feels like it’s changing faster than your head can keep up, this episode is for you. 📲 Follow Dr Lucy: @drlucy_psychologist on Instagram & TikTok 🌐 Work with Dr Lucy: glp1psychologist.com (use code JOURNEY10 for £10 off her online course) Keywords: GLP-1 journey, psychology, self-compassion, identity shift, mindset, mental health, behaviour change, transformation support 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In this episode, we’re diving into the cultural side of transformation. For many of us, this isn’t just a physical journey.... it’s about navigating identity, family expectations, and stigma that can make change even harder. Rue joins me to share her experience of blending her Zimbabwean heritage, traditional foods, and family life with her GLP-1 journey and how she found confidence along the way. 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most important, and often overlooked  parts of any GLP-1 journey..... starting this journey safely. I’m joined by Hira Malik, Superintendent Pharmacist and Lead Prescriber at Oushk Pharmacy. Hira shares what safe pharmacy support should look like, how to spot red flags, and why pharmacy care is key to success. 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

In this powerful first episode of This Is My Journey, I open up about the moment I was told I might not live to see 40 and how that became the turning point in my life. I also explore the scale of obesity in the UK today, the rise of GLP-1 medications, and why this podcast matters for anyone navigating their own health journey. 🎙 Hosted by Marc McKee  📍 Featuring UK obesity data from NHS England, Office for National Statistics and House of Commons Library. 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.