The Problem With The "Ozempic Trend"...

28 May 2026 · 1 min
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In this brief commentary, fitness professional Eric Roberts reflects on the comments under his video about Ozempic and the resurgence of a "skinny" ideal. He clarifies that his critique is not aimed at individuals using Ozempic for weight loss, but at the broader cultural pressure that equates being under 130 lb with being healthy, especially for women. Roberts outlines the mental‑health dangers (body‑dysmorphia) and concrete physical risks of extreme leanness—reduced bone density, loss of muscle mass, amenorrhea, and other health issues. He argues that the proper fitness goal should be strength, heavy lifting, optimal blood markers, and confidence in functional ability, regardless of whether a person weighs 135, 150, or 170 lb. He ends by expressing curiosity about how viewers will react in the comment section.

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