GLP-1 Maintenance Secrets: How Suzy Keeps 50 Lbs OFF (2 Years Later)

In this episode of The Downsized Dish, Laraine Durham sits down with returning guest Suzy Chase, one of the very first interviews on the channel, to hear what has happened two years after losing 50 pounds on a GLP-1 medication. Suzy shares how she lost all of her weight using a starter dose of Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and never increased it—and more importantly, how she has successfully maintained that weight loss ever since. From stretching her dosing schedule to every 15 days, to building a “precision maintenance” approach, this conversation offers a real-world look at what long-term success actually looks like. The discussion goes beyond weight loss and focuses on the reality of GLP-1 maintenance, including how it differs from the initial phase, how to manage hunger vs. food noise, and why staying on treatment can be critical for long-term success. Suzy also shares how she uses AI tools like ChatGPT to track workouts, weight trends, and patterns—helping remove emotion from the scale and stay consistent. Laraine and Suzy also talk through: What it means to find your body’s “set point” Why intense activity like strength training and cardio matters in maintenance The freedom of no longer tracking every calorie or macro Real-world dosing strategies and cost considerations with Lilly Direct Side effects like nausea and constipation, and how they manage them The mental shift from dieting to treating the disease of obesity They also explore the future of GLP-1 medications, including oral options like semaglutide and newer treatments in development, and what those could mean for patients looking for more accessible and flexible options. As always, Laraine reminds viewers that she is not a doctor, and this conversation reflects personal experiences—not medical advice. If you are considering starting a GLP-1 medication, consult your healthcare provider. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Get your Hume BodyPod today and use our exclusive Downsized code for up to 20% total savings! 👉 Use our Code: THEDOWNSIZED Link to purchase: https://humehealth.com//discount/THED... Start your weight loss journey today! We use Mochi Health - use this link for $40 off your first order: https://app.joinmochi.com/eligibility... OR Use Laraine’s code for $40 off: QIYGO8. SHOP OUR AMAZON STORE: https://a.co/d/0gGe1MYq BOOK THE DOWNSIZED AT SEA CRUISE 2026: https://thedownsized.org/downsized-at... DOWNSIZED WEBSITE: https://thedownsized.org/ JOIN CLUB DOWNSIZED:    / @thedownsized   Me Again Iphone GLP-1 App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meagain... FOR SPONSORSHIPS, BRAND DEALS & COLLABS: https://thedownsized.org/contact/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 00:00 Welcome 01:04 Suzy Returns After Two Years 01:25 50 Pounds on Starter Dose 03:00 Precision Maintenance Plan 03:56 Using ChatGPT to Track 05:44 Trampoline and Heavy Lifting 09:10 Set Point and Weight Range 12:36 Lilly Direct and Pricing Talk 14:20 Future GLP-1s and Oral Options 16:51 Shots and Injection Sites 17:35 Maintenance Must-Haves 21:52 Side Effects and Constipation 22:48 What She Eats in Maintenance 23:23 Food Freedom Wins 23:54 Cookbooks And Home Cooking 24:38 Fast Food Fades Away 25:19 Wedding Taco Bell Story 26:32 AI Prompts For GLP1 28:40 Dosing Schedules And Sensitivity 32:00 Maintenance Weight Creep 33:55 Food Noise Vs Hunger 35:12 Weight Watchers To GLP1 36:11 Old School Diet Culture 38:16 Clothes Sizes And Dysmorphia 41:01 Staying On Medication Benefits 42:23 Community Plans And Harry Styles 43:17 Best Advice For Beginners 45:00 Wrap Up And How To Join