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Can I Join if I’m Taking a GLP-1?

Ruth MacIntyre

Updated

October 21, 2025

Nutrition

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The short answer is a big, loud yes. If you’re using a GLP-1 medication and wondering whether The No Crap Cake Method is right for you, let's be clear, it’s not just suitable, it’s essential. The fact that you’re even asking tells me something important: you’re not looking for another quick fix. You take your health seriously and want habits that future-proof your body and mind for years to come. That’s exactly what we do here. We ditch the diet drama and the all-or-nothing thinking for good.

Why GLP-1s Need More Than Appetite Suppression

GLP-1 medications can be a useful tool for fat loss, no doubt about it but because they often drastically reduce your appetite, people can unintentionally end up on very low-calorie diets.

The problem is that really low calories (combined with the chaos of midlife), without a proper strategy, can create a few big problems:

Muscle loss risk: Less food and no strength training = lost muscle mass. And muscle is crucial for metabolism, strength, and ageing well.
Energy dips: Fewer calories without focusing on nutrient density will leave you tired and sluggish. Every calorie matters, so quality counts.
No long-term plan: If you rely only on medication, you’ll struggle to maintain progress when you stop.

Ruth Mac working out with a resistance band in a grassy area by a palm tree.

"GLP-1s can support fat loss, but The No Cr@p Cake Method makes it sustainable."

Why The No Crap Cake Method Works So Well with GLP-1s

The No Crap Cake Method gives you the structure, knowledge, and mindset to build lasting change...with or without medication.

Here’s how:

🏋️‍♀️ Resistance Training

We focus on strength to protect muscle and bone health. You don’t need a gym (although we have great gym options in the app) bodyweight and bands are enough to start. Muscle keeps your metabolism healthy and your body strong and capable.

🥗 Balanced Nutrition

When your appetite is smaller, every calorie has to work harder for you. We focus on protein, fibre, and nutrient-dense foods to help you stay energised, full, and nourished.

🔁 Sustainable Habits

This isn’t a quick-fix diet. You’ll build a flexible structure and mindset that lasts long after the medication stops, so you never need to “start over” again.

The No Crap Cake Method gives you the tools to approach nutrition with flexible restraint instead of rigid dieting, which actually supports better psychological well-being and control long-term. We swap out the "bang average" foods and decisions (the Crap Cake) so you have room to say a big yes to the things you truly love…Belgian bun anyone?

This isn't about chasing perfection or just pushing harder. It's about building the kind of lifestyle that will carry you through now, through your time on medication, and well beyond.

Ready to leave the frustration and all-or-nothing mindset behind? Join a tribe of strong, clear-headed women who are building future-proof bodies. You're in the right place.