This Is My Journey

S2 E10: 8 Stone Down on GLP-1 – The Highs, The Health Scares & What’s Next (with Anna Cadman)

Losing weight on a GLP-1 can completely change your life… but it doesn’t always come without challenges. In this episode of This Is My Journey, Marc McKee sits down with Anna Cadman (@dexbudsnewchapter), who has lost an incredible 8 stone using GLP-1 medication. Anna shares her full journey, from what life was like before starting, to the moment she decided to take that step, and how her mindset, confidence and relationship with food have changed along the way. More recently, Anna has also faced serious health challenges, including pancreatitis and gallstones, adding a new layer to her journey and forcing her to navigate progress while prioritising her health. This is a real, honest conversation about transformation, resilience and what comes next. We talk about: • Starting a GLP-1 journey and overcoming hesitation  • Losing 8 stone and what it really feels like day to day  • Changes in mindset, confidence and identity  • Food noise and relationship with food  • Reactions from others and sharing the journey online  • Navigating pancreatitis and gallstones during weight loss  • Thinking about maintenance and the future  • Advice for anyone starting their journey If you’re on a GLP-1, considering it, or just want to hear a real story from someone living it, this episode will resonate. Follow Anna:  TikTok: @dexbudsnewchapter 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

S2 E9: The Truth About Support on a Weight Loss Journey – Friends, Change & What People Don’t Say (with Emma Cottey & Rue Ndabaline)

Support on a weight loss journey isn’t always what you expect. In this episode of This Is My Journey, Marc McKee sits down with friends Emma Cottey (@EmmasHealthMission)and Rue Ndabaline (@JourneyWithRue) for a raw and honest conversation about transformation, friendship, and what really happens when your life starts to change. After losing 126lbs (9 stone), Marc reflects on the role that support, or lack of it, can play in a journey like this, while Emma and Rue share their perspective on what they saw, what they felt, and what was happening behind the scenes. This episode is about more than weight loss. It’s about relationships, identity, and how your connections with people can shift as you grow. Topics discussed include: • The lowest points before starting a journey • Struggles people don’t always talk about • How others see your transformation • Changes in friendships during weight loss • What real support actually looks like • The difference between giving and receiving support • Growth, reflection and what still feels unfinished Follow Emma and Rue: Instagram/TikTok: @EmmasHealthMission Instagram/TikTok: @JourneyWithRue 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

S2 E8: Loose Skin After Weight Loss – When Is Surgery the Right Option? (Dr Gediminas Samulėnas | Nordesthetics)

Loose skin after significant weight loss is something many people experience, but very few people feel prepared for. In this episode of This Is My Journey, Marc McKee sits down with Dr Gediminas Samulėnas, board-certified plastic surgeon at Nordesthetics, to talk honestly about excess skin after weight loss and when surgery may or may not be the right option. After losing 126lbs (9 stone) himself, Marc brings the patient perspective to this conversation, while Dr Samulėnas shares expert insight into what happens to the skin after major weight loss, why it occurs, and how people can approach decisions around surgery responsibly. This episode focuses on education, expectations, and helping people feel informed when navigating the next stage of their transformation journey. Topics discussed include: • Why loose skin happens after significant weight loss • Factors that influence skin elasticity • When it may be appropriate to consider surgery • Common misconceptions around excess skin surgery • Facial and neck changes after weight loss • How surgeons help patients set realistic expectations • What to look for when choosing a surgeon or clinic • The importance of emotional readiness before surgery Follow Dr Samulėnas and Nordesthetics: Instagram: @dr.samulenas Instagram: @nordesthetics_clinic 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

S2 E7: Loose Skin After Weight Loss – My Journey & The ElastiK Skin Skincare System (with Marc McKee, My Journey with Marc)

Loose skin after weight loss is something millions of people experience, but it’s rarely talked about honestly. In this solo episode of This Is My Journey, Marc McKee from My Journey with Marc shares his personal experience after losing 126lbs (9 stone) using Mounjaro and how his skin changed throughout the journey. Marc opens up about the emotional side of transformation, the areas of his body that changed the most, and the skincare routines, treatments and technologies he experimented with along the way. This episode also introduces the philosophy behind ElastiK Skin, a skincare system designed to support skin through periods of visible change such as weight loss, ageing and lifestyle transformation. Marc explains the thinking behind the Skin in Evolution Framework, why consistency matters more than miracle products, and how hydration, elasticity support, barrier repair and light-based skincare technology can work together to support the skin long term. Topics discussed include: • Loose skin after weight loss • Facial changes during GLP-1 weight loss • Skincare routines during transformation • Peptides and skin elasticity • Hydration and barrier repair • Red light therapy and LED masks • The Skin in Evolution Framework • Supporting skin through long-term change Follow ElastiK Skin for skincare education and updates: Instagram: @elastikskin TikTok: @elastikskin Facebook: @elastikskin Visit www.elastikskin.com and sign up to the VIP list for launch information, exclusive discounts and to be first to get access to the Skin in Evolution Framework. 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.

S2 E6: Transforming James – Losing 8 Stone, Reversing Pre-Diabetes & Starting Again (with James Taylor)

In this episode of This Is My Journey, I’m joined by James, who started his GLP-1 journey on 31 March and has since lost over 8 stone. James began feeling sceptical about GLP-1 medication and carried a lot of shame around his weight. Like many people, he was stuck in the “I’ll start on Monday” mindset and believed he should be able to do it naturally. Since starting his journey, he has: *  Lost over 8 stone * Reversed pre-diabetes * Lowered his blood pressure * Gained the clarity to build real habits * Started running and going to the gym This episode is about mindset shifts, food noise, confidence, and what becomes possible when the mental fog lifts. We talk about: * Overcoming scepticism around GLP-1s * Breaking the cycle of shame * Why clarity matters more than willpower * Building sustainable habits * Confidence after weight loss If you’re on a GLP-1, considering it, or feeling stuck in the “start Monday” cycle, this conversation will resonate. Follow James: Instagram / TikTok: @transforming.james 🔗 Connect with Marc 📲 TikTok: @my.journey.with.marc | @my.skinjourney.with.marc 📸 Instagram: @my.journey.with.marc 📺 YouTube: @myjourneywithmarc 🎧 Podcast IG: @this.is.my.journey.podcast 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday at 6am.