“I wish I’d joined Voy sooner” How Shania lost over 20kg using Mounjaro

At 23, Scottish student Shania was stuck in a cycle of low self-esteem and frustration with her weight. Juggling education and motherhood, she found herself flitting between diets, avoiding mirrors and missing out on life.

But with the right guidance and a fresh approach to weight loss, she found a way forward. With Voy’s Mounjaro medication and lifestyle reset programme, something clicked, and weight loss actually felt sustainable.

“I’ve lost over 21kg (3st) since I started taking Mounjaro in November 2024!”

Shania's ‘Before and After’ weight loss results using Mounjaro

Quick fixes never worked for me

I reached a point where I knew I couldn’t sit back and do nothing. I didn’t like the way I looked, I avoided social events and I was constantly battling low self-esteem. My relationship with food was completely unhealthy – I saw it as the enemy rather than something that could fuel and nourish me.

I had tried every diet imaginable. I’m talking Keto, Slimming World – even a diet where I only ate chicken and eggs. They all worked for a couple of weeks, but I always lost motivation. I’d get bored, feel deprived and end up bingeing. It was exhausting.

The emotional weight of my low self-worth

It’s no exaggeration to say that my weight had a profound negative impact on my daily life. The simplest activities, like climbing a set of stairs, would leave me winded. I would even avoid social situations and dinners out with my boyfriend. This became all the more clear when I had my son. It wasn’t just physical – emotionally, I felt trapped in a cycle of self-doubt.

At 23, I should’ve been thriving, confident in who I was, but instead, I felt like I was constantly fighting against myself. I couldn’t escape the constant self-criticism and negativity about how I looked.

It’s not just medication, it’s the full package

I found Voy through TikTok and started looking into it online. I loved the idea, but I did have some concerns – mainly about side effects, since you always hear the worst stories. But after researching and seeing real experiences, I decided to go for it.

The side effects have been manageable, too. The main symptoms are sulphur burps and a bit of nausea the day after my dose, especially when I increased it. It’s not the most pleasant feeling, but I’ve found that staying hydrated and eating the right foods helps a lot. Plus, the side effects only last a short time, and for me, the benefits far outweigh the temporary discomfort.

The Voy app is so helpful, filled with insights and tracking tools. I’ve used it loads to make sure I’m eating the right foods and portion sizes, and it gives me real-time insights so I can adjust my choices for next time.

My favorite feature is the Meal Balance tool – it gives instant feedback on meals, helping you make better choices.

That first "wow" moment made it all real

I remember the moment I realised Mounjaro was working. About two weeks in – this was last November – I noticed my appetite had shifted. I wasn’t craving snacks all the time and I felt fuller for longer.

By the second month, my clothes started feeling looser and my family even started complimenting me on how I looked. They didn’t know I was taking medication at this point. At first, they were skeptical, not knowing much about the treatment, but once they saw my progress, even my dad decided to give it a try!

My journey with Mounjaro so far

2 weeks

It was like a switch flipped. I wasn’t constantly hungry anymore, I wasn’t obsessing over food or mindlessly snacking – it felt amazing to have that control.

1 month

I had lost a stone by this point. For the first time, I felt hopeful that I could actually do this. My mindset shifted from “I hope this works” to “I know this is working”.

3 months

The physical changes were undeniable. My clothes were fitting better, I felt stronger and more energetic. I had also started going to the gym (something I never thought I’d enjoy!)

4 months

I was looking ahead with excitement rather than fear. I wasn’t just losing weight, I was gaining confidence. I had a holiday planned and knew I’d be walking on that beach feeling good about myself.

6 months

Surgery forced me to take a break from the gym, but I’m proud to say I maintained my weight, which reassured me that this wasn’t just a quick fix. I knew I had built sustainable habits and I wasn’t going back to where I started.

I’ve gone from self-conscious to loving myself

Before starting this journey, I couldn’t even imagine walking into a gym without feeling like everyone was judging me. The anxiety I felt about my weight was overwhelming and held me back from doing so many things.

These days, I walk into the gym with confidence, knowing I’m working on improving myself, and I don’t feel self-conscious anymore. I’ve also noticed a huge increase in my energy levels. I no longer feel sluggish or tired all the time. Instead, I feel motivated and focused. Losing weight has given me the strength to tackle things I once avoided, and it’s been such a huge mental and physical transformation.

As long as I stick to the new habits my coach has helped me build, I know I can keep the weight off for good.

"I love myself and I’m beginning to love my body, too."

For anyone hesitant about trying Voy, I’d say go for it! If you’ve struggled with weight loss before and want this to be your final, successful attempt, then make it happen. I promise you won’t be disappointed. I was in the same position as you and I only wish I had started sooner.

What sets Voy apart is the combination of expert guidance, innovative tools and real-time support. You get access to a personal coach whenever you need them, plus the app makes tracking your progress effortless. Everything you need to succeed is right at your fingertips.

If Shania’s story has inspired you to take control of your health, join Voy today. We can help you lose up to 20% of your body weight in 6 months and get back to the healthiest, happiest version of you.