Ozempic's Unwanted Gift: The 'Deflated Soufflé' Bum

A new concern is emerging for individuals using weight-loss injections such as Ozempic: the 'Ozempic bum.' This condition refers to sagging, loose skin, and loss of volume in the buttocks resulting from rapid fat and muscle reduction.

The author documented her own experience after losing three stone, noticing a significant loss of shape and elasticity in her buttocks. Initially, she attributed her weight loss success to the jabs, overlooking the aesthetic impact.

To address this, she invested £3,509 in a 12-week intensive training program at a luxury gym, complemented by non-invasive aesthetic treatments. This regimen focused on rebuilding muscle mass and improving skin elasticity.

The program involved significant resistance training, including exercises like Bulgarian split squats and barbell hip thrusts, alongside a high-protein diet. She also underwent treatments like electromagnetic muscle stimulation and radiofrequency skin tightening.

After several weeks of dedicated effort, she began to see noticeable improvements, with her glutes feeling firmer and her jeans fitting better. The experience highlights that while GLP-1 induced muscle wastage may not be permanent, it requires substantial effort to reverse.