Sophia Michaels
Over time, Elon Musk gained weight that he found unsatisfactory. His father, Errol Musk, also expressed concerns about Elon’s physique during a 2022 radio interview in Australia. He mentioned that Elon had been eating poorly and suggested he consider the supplement garcinia cambogia, which the FDA regards as unsafe. While Elon didn’t strictly follow his father’s advice, he did take it to heart.
By late 2024, Elon successfully lost a significant amount of weight and disclosed his use of a weight-loss medication, albeit not the one his father recommended. This revelation came shortly after pictures of a shirtless Elon surfaced online. He agreed with his father’s comments and recognized the need to improve his fitness. “I need to work out and be in better shape,” Elon mentioned during a podcast, acknowledging his dislike for exercise.
One challenge he faced was his habit of checking his phone right after waking up, which often diverted him into work mode and away from healthy morning routines. Elon’s weight loss was the result of various drugs and lifestyle adjustments aimed at reaching his fitness goals.
Elon Musk has been using Mounjaro
Elon Musk credits his weight loss to Mounjaro, an anti-diabetic medication known as tirzepatide, which is also used for weight management. He revealed this information during Christmas 2024, showcasing a new slimmer image of himself dressed as Santa Claus on social media, humorously dubbing himself “Ozempic Santa.” However, he clarified that he was actually using Mounjaro instead of Ozempic, stating it just sounded better.
Musk shared that he had once tried Ozempic but experienced unpleasant side effects, saying it made him feel like “Barney from the Simpsons” due to excessive gas. He found Mounjaro to be more effective and with fewer side effects. It’s unclear when he initially used Ozempic, but he also explored Wegovy in 2023. In past interactions on social media, he mentioned pairing the weight-loss medication with fasting.
In 2022, after receiving advice from a friend, he began practicing intermittent fasting, stating it made him feel healthier. He remarked on social media that he had lost over 20 pounds from his previous weight, emphasizing his commitment to maintaining a healthier lifestyle.
