
The revolution in how we gain and lose weight—and how we think about gaining and losing weight—is just beginning.
In the collection of stories ahead, Men's Health dives deep into how weight loss has changed in the Ozempic era, with compelling insights from our exclusive State-of-Weight survey, real stories from guys who have explored today's popular weight-loss methods, a first-of-its-kind flowchart to decide whether or not anti-obesity drugs are right for you, and more.
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The Men's Health State-of-Weight Survey
Men's Health polled American men to find out how they really feel about weight and weight loss today.
By Rachel Epstein
Feb 19, 2026

The Weight-Loss Drug Revolution Won’t Save Us
By Drew Magary, Illustration by Lisa Sheehan
Feb 19, 2026

Why BMI Is Kinda Bullsh*t
By Marty Munson
Feb 19, 2026

Are Weight-Loss Drugs Right for You?
By Cori Ritchey, C.S.C.S.
Feb 19, 2026

The New (and Old!) Weight-Loss Methods
As Told To Rachel Epstein, Garrett Munce
Feb 19, 2026
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"I'm Big and I'm Strong"
Three guys share how they achieved body acceptance and developed a mentally healthy approach to the number on the scale.
As Told To Keith Nelson
Feb 19, 2026
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Can Weight-Loss Drugs Fix My Binge-Eating for Good?
For 20 years, I've watched the pizza boxes stack up. If I don't take control, I'll never be free.
By Justin Kirkland
Feb 19, 2026