The Dose with Paddy and Belinda

We've (both) gained weight.....

Tap here to send us a whatsapp message ⁠⁠⁠ or if you can’t tap, simply send your message to: +353851343766We have both gained weight. Belinda opens up about seeing the scale go up after Christmas for the first time in years and how fast the old restriction thoughts came back, even though she knows better. Paddy shares more insight on his experience of what it’s been like moving to Wegovy and also gaining weight too.We chat about that Oxford study that’s everywhere this week, people regaining weight after stopping medication, and ask the obvious question… why is this being treated like breaking news? We also get into the messy stuff, maintenance not feeling as safe as weight loss, the identity shift when you’re no longer in “lose mode”, weight bias, water weight, spirals, and why the scale can absolutely wreck your head if you’re not careful.If you’ve put on weight after Christmas, felt panicky about it, or had that quiet fear of “what if it all comes back”, this one will hit home.No fixing. No preaching. Just two people being honest about a part of the journey that doesn’t get talked about enough.Also thank you to those of you who alerted us we (aka Paddy) uploaded the unedited version before this - apparently even Paddy is human and makes mistakes and for a number of you, you now know his favourite (off air and should never make it to air) curse word !!! #MortoCombined Paddy & Belinda have lost over 16 stone on their journeys supported by nutrition, movement, mindset and medical supervision. Paddy is a qualified Personal Trainer / Nutritionist specialising in supporting those living with Obesity, and is also a registered member of the National Union of Journalists. Belinda supports ladies through coaching within The Next Chapter community. Important: This podcast is for information and lived experience only. It is not medical advice. Always speak with your own prescriber and qualified healthcare professionals about your medication and your health.Email: ⁠⁠hello@thedose.ie⁠⁠ Belinda’s community: ⁠⁠The Next Chapter⁠⁠Paddy’s links: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/paddyc⁠⁠ 

2026 Top Tips starting a Mounjaro /Wegovy supported weight loss journey.

Tap here to send us a whatsapp message ⁠ or if you can’t tap, simply send your message to: +353851343766It is New Year’s Day, and we are back with a fresh episode of The Dose with Paddy and Belinda. In this one, we share the practical, real world tips we wish we could tell ourselves on day one of a GLP 1 supported journey, with a strong focus on foundations, tracking, mindset, movement, nutrition, boundaries, and community.Combined Paddy & Belinda have lost over 16 stone on their journeys supported by nutrition, movement, mindset and medical supervision. Paddy is a qualified Personal Trainer / Nutritionist specialising in supporting those living with Obesity, and is also a registered member of the National Union of Journalists. Belinda supports ladies through coaching within The Next Chapter community. Important: This podcast is for information and lived experience only. It is not medical advice. Always speak with your own prescriber and qualified healthcare professionals about your medication and your health.Email: hello@thedose.ie Belinda’s community: The Next ChapterPaddy’s links: https://linktr.ee/paddyc 

Happy Christmas from Paddy & Belinda

Tap here to send us a whatsapp message or if you can’t tap, simply send your message to: +353851343766In our Christmas special, we are decking the halls with reflections from the year that was. The highs, the hard bits, the unexpected wins, the moments that made us laugh, and the ones that caught us completely off guard. Think of it as our end of year selection box, a little bit of everything and absolutely no calorie counting.We chat honestly about maintenance, medication changes, festive food noise, gym glow ups, community moments, and what this year has really been like behind the microphone. It is reflective, real, a little bit chaotic, and very on brand.So pop on the fairy lights, settle in, and join us for one last chat before the year is boxed away.Merry Christmas and thank you for listening.Lot of loveP&B xxThis podcast episode is for information and shared experience only. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual responses to prescription weight loss medications vary. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. No prescription medicines or healthcare services are being promoted or endorsed.

From fighting my body to working with it, Aja Beckett on GLP-1s and why Shotsy was born

Tap here to send us a whatsapp message In this episode of The Dose, we are joined by Aja Beckett, founder of Shotsy and a member of the GLP-1 weight loss community. Aja shares her personal journey of living with obesity, years of dieting, food noise, fear, and the moment she realised that getting a prescription was only the beginning, not the solution.We talk honestly about life on GLP-1 medications, including Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, and Zepbound, the emotional ups and downs through the week, why hunger and food noise can return, and how understanding what is happening in your body can reduce panic and self blame. Aja also explains why she built Shotsy, a tracking tool created from lived experience to help people feel more informed and supported on their journey.This is a real, human conversation about weight loss, access, cost, maintenance, and the power of community.This podcast episode is for information and shared experience only. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual responses to prescription weight loss medications vary. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. No prescription medicines or healthcare services are being promoted or endorsed.

The Reality of Long Term Weight Loss and What Nobody Tells You About Maintenance

What if the hardest part of weight loss isn’t losing the weight at all… but what comes next?In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Paddy and Belinda open up about the unexpected emotional twists of long term weight loss, the messy transition into maintenance, changing medications, body image, loose skin, and the mental load that never gets talked about.Drawing from their own lived journeys, they explore:• What maintenance actually feels like• The surprising mental challenges after major weight loss• The pressure to “do more” even when you reach your goal• How old thoughts and body image concerns can creep back in• Living with loose skin, shape changes, and lingering insecurities• Why progress slows and how the mind struggles to catch up• Learning to trust yourself again after years of dieting• Why community conversations matter more than everFrom Paddy reflecting on body changes and past experiences, to Belinda discussing her own transition into maintenance and the emotional weight that comes with it, this episode offers a rare, honest look into the long term side of the journey that so many people on GLP-1 treatments quietly relate to.This episode shares personal experiences and general information only. It is not medical advice and not a promotion of any treatment.Always consult a registered healthcare professional before making decisions about your health or medication.🎙️ Follow the hosts:@adoseofpaddy | @glp1.insightsEmail us your questions or stories: hello@thedose.ie