are taking GLP1's or Peptides cheating?

10 Sept 2026 · 1 min

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In this concise YouTube monologue, Eric Roberts argues that labeling the use of GLP‑1 agonists or other peptides for weight loss as "cheating" is a simplistic view. Instead, he offers a pragmatic framework for anyone choosing to use these compounds. He outlines five concrete habits to adopt: (1) perform strength‑focused workouts one to two times per week, (2) cut back on alcohol consumption, (3) walk at least 6,000 steps daily (in any pattern), (4) consume 15–20 g of dietary fiber each day, providing a visual list of high‑fiber foods, and (5) obtain regular blood work because peptide therapies can affect bodily systems beyond weight loss. The video’s purpose is to balance the use of pharmacological aids with lifestyle discipline, emphasizing safety and holistic health.

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Taking GLP-1s or peptides to lose weight is cheating, is what I would say if I was an absolute idiot. But if you are going to take them, I believe you should be doing these 5 things. Consistently working out 1 to 2 times per week, preferably with weights. Cutting back on drinking alcohol. It doesn't make sense to try to be healthy by taking these things, yet still get shitfaced every single weekend. Walking at least 6,000 steps per day. It can be broken up, all at once, it doesn't matter. Eating at least 15 to 20 grams of fiber per day, and I'll put my list of favorite high-fiber foods on the screen here. You can screenshot. And getting your blood work done. Most people don't realize taking peptides can impact other parts of your body other than what you're just taking it for.