104 lbs Gone: The Truth No One Told Amanda

Today on The Downsized Dish, Laraine sits down with Amanda from South Carolina—fitness professional, mom of two, and someone who has lost 104 pounds after a lifetime of dieting, weight cycling, autoimmune struggles, and food noise that controlled every part of her life.

Amanda shares her story with honesty, vulnerability, and strength.
Semaglutide didn’t work for her at all.
Tirzepatide changed everything.
Her labs flipped from pre-diabetic to normal.
Her inflammation disappeared.
And for the first time, the food noise finally stopped.

She teaches group fitness. She lifts heavy. She dances. She’s been active for years… but like so many of us, activity alone could not overcome the disease of obesity. Today, she explains how GLP-1 medications helped her get her health back—and why she’s open about using them, even in the fitness world.

Whether you're considering a GLP-1 medication or you’re already on your own adventure, Amanda’s story will encourage you, challenge the stigma, and remind you that you are not alone.

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00:00 Welcome to The Downsized
00:55 Meet Amanda from South Carolina
01:50 Amanda's Weight Loss Journey
02:45 Struggles and Turning Points
06:10 Discovering GLP-1 Medications
08:11 Health Improvements and Lifestyle Changes
16:34 Fitness and Diet Routine
21:56 Meet Emma and Jojo: The Cats
22:10 Family Nutrition Journey
23:49 Clothing Transformation Story
25:12 Favorite Workout Gear
26:30 Fitness Inclusivity and Personal Journey
27:44 Tips for Starting Your Fitness Journey
28:41 Medication and Long-Term Health
33:37 Understanding Hunger vs. Food Noise
41:48 Amanda's YouTube Channel and Dance Fitness
44:54 Conclusion and Farewell