Weight Tracking

For many GLP-1 users, weight is the primary metric they want to track. GLPea makes it easy to log your weight and visualize your progress over time.

Logging Your Weight

From the Dashboard

1. Tap Add Weight quick action
2. Enter your weight
3. Tap Save

From Apple Watch

1. Open GLPea on your Watch
2. Scroll to Log Weight
3. Use the crown to adjust the number
4. Tap to confirm

From Apple Health (Automatic)

If you have a smart scale that syncs with Apple Health:

1. Go to Settings → Health Sync
2. Enable Read Weight from Health
3. New weight entries automatically appear in GLPea

Best Practices for Weighing

Timing

Weigh yourself at the same time each day for consistency:

• Morning is best - After using the bathroom, before eating
• Same conditions - Similar clothing (or none)
• Same scale - Different scales can vary

Frequency

Choose what works for you:

Frequency	Pros	Cons
Daily	More data, spot trends quickly	Daily fluctuations can be discouraging
Weekly	Less noise, clearer trends	Might miss some patterns
Protocol days	Ties weight to dose cycle	Fewer data points

Weekly Weighing

Many people find weighing on their injection day works well. It creates a consistent weekly rhythm.

Understanding Your Weight Data

Normal Fluctuations

Your weight can vary 2-5 pounds day-to-day based on:

• Water retention
• Food in your digestive system
• Sodium intake
• Hormonal changes
• Time of day

Don't panic over daily changes. Focus on the overall trend.

Reading Your Chart

In the Progress tab, your weight chart shows:

• Individual points - Each logged weight
• Trend line - Smoothed average
• Starting point - Your first logged weight
• Goal (if set) - Your target weight

What to Expect

With GLP-1 medications, typical patterns include:

• Weeks 1-4: May see little change at starter dose
• After dose increases: More noticeable changes
• Plateau periods: Normal, even with consistent medication
• Non-linear progress: Weight loss isn't always steady

Setting a Weight Goal

1. Go to Progress → Goals
2. Tap Set Weight Goal
3. Enter your target weight
4. Save

Your goal appears on the weight chart as a reference line.

Healthy Goals

Set realistic, healthy goals. Consult your healthcare provider about appropriate target weights.

Weight and Your Protocol

GLPea can show you how weight changes relate to your medication:

• View weight alongside dose history
• See if dose increases correlate with more weight loss
• Identify patterns in your response to medication

This information is valuable for discussions with your healthcare provider.

Exporting Weight Data

Share your weight history:

1. Settings → Export Health Data
2. Select Weight data
3. Choose date range
4. Export as PDF or CSV

Learn about data export →

Syncing with Apple Health

Export to Health

1. Settings → Health Sync
2. Enable Write Weight to Health
3. GLPea entries appear in the Health app

Import from Health

1. Settings → Health Sync
2. Enable Read Weight from Health
3. Weights from other apps/devices appear in GLPea

Avoiding Duplicates

If you log in GLPea AND have a smart scale:

• GLPea only imports weights it didn't create
• You won't see duplicate entries

Troubleshooting

Weight Not Showing in Chart

• Ensure you have at least 2 data points
• Check that dates are correct (not in the future)
• Try pulling down to refresh

Apple Health Not Syncing

• Check Settings → Health Sync is enabled
• Verify GLPea has permission in iPhone Settings → Health → GLPea
• Data syncs when the app is open

Wrong Units (kg vs lbs)

1. Go to Settings → Units
2. Select your preferred weight unit
3. Existing data converts automatically