From the other side of the consultation, briefly.
DEXA scan update relevant to lean mass:
Scanned at months 0, 6, and 12. Here are the body comp numbers:
| Baseline | Month 6 | Month 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total mass | 251 lbs | 226 lbs | 198 lbs |
| Fat mass | 101 lbs | 71 lbs | 48 lbs |
| Lean mass | 154 lbs | 150 lbs | 155 lbs |
| Body fat % | 44% | 30% | 22% |
Lean mass preserved — actually GAINED 1-2 lbs thanks to progressive overload + 1.4g/kg protein. The lean mass discussion needs to include body comp data, not just scale weight.
Adding the clinical framing, because it changes how the question reads.
Regarding lean mass: I accidentally injected my dose intramuscularly instead of subcutaneously last week (went in at wrong angle, too deep). Called my pharmacist — they said it's not dangerous but may absorb faster, potentially causing more GI effects.
Sure enough, had worse nausea that day. Lesson learned: pinch the skin properly and use the right needle length for your body composition.
roxy_nash said:Regarding lean mass: I accidentally injected my dose intramuscularly instead of subcutaneously last week (went in at wrong angle, too deep).
Mine went the same way, slower. Nothing to add that would improve it.
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Shop Reference Standardsroxy_nash said:Regarding lean mass: I accidentally injected my dose intramuscularly instead of subcutaneously last week (went in at wrong angle, too deep).
OMG yes. lean mass + resistance training is the combo. Can confirm.
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