Welcome to ShapeScale Insider, your monthly source for quick health and wellness trends, customer success stories, and product updates that matter. We're here to share what's working in the aesthetic, wellness & body composition worlds and help you get the most out of your ShapeScale experience.

Health & Wellness Spotlight

Peptides: From Niche to Mainstream

Move over supplements— peptides are having their mainstream moment. What was once whispered about in biohacking circles has exploded into wellness clinics, luxury hotel bathroom fridges, and Silicon Valley "Peptide Fridays". These short chains of amino acids act as cellular messengers, telling your body to repair tissue, build muscle, or slow aging processes. While GLP-1s like semaglutide are FDA-approved peptides, the wellness boom centers on experimental options like BPC-157 for tissue repair, thymosin alpha for immune support, and GHK-Cu for collagen production. The global peptide market reached $224 billion in 2024 and is projected to hit $260 billion by 2030.

What you need to know: If you're considering peptides, work only with licensed medical professionals who can provide proper screening and oversight. AI-driven peptide design is accelerating discovery, with computational systems now generating antimicrobial and metabolic peptides in hours rather than years. As this field matures, clinics are moving toward personalized peptide protocols combined with lab testing and biomarker tracking.

Bottom line: if you're experimenting with peptides, your regular ShapeScale scans provide the baseline body composition data essential for tracking whether these interventions are actually working—measuring changes in muscle mass, body fat percentage, and regional composition with precision.

Want to learn more about peptides? Check out our ShapeScale Masterclass below!

Muscle: The Metabolic Health Marker You're Already Tracking (And Why That's So Important)

Here's what the wellness world is finally catching up to: muscle mass is one of the most critical indicators of metabolic health and longevity. Sarcopenia, the loss of skeletal muscle, isn't just an aging issue—it's linked to insulin resistance, reduced metabolic flexibility, and higher mortality risk. A recent meta-analysis found sarcopenia significantly correlates with metabolic risk factors including high blood pressure and elevated fasting glucose.

Why your ShapeScale data matters more than ever: If you are using GLP-1 medications for weight loss, the numbers on your scan tell the real story. Research shows GLP-1 users lose roughly 1.9 pounds of lean mass on average, representing about 25% of total weight lost. That's muscle you need for metabolic health, not just aesthetics. Low muscle mass worsens insulin resistance and impairs long-term health outcomes, which is why experts now emphasize preserving lean mass through protein timing and resistance training at least twice weekly.

You're ahead of the curve: While the rest of the world is just discovering that body composition analysis has become essential, you're already measuring what actually matters. Your ShapeScale scan tracks multiple muscle metrics—total muscle mass, lean mass index, and appendicular lean mass (ALM), which is particularly valuable for detecting early sarcopenia risk. You're also seeing visceral fat levels invisible to the naked eye—the dangerous fat wrapped around organs that drives metabolic disease. As one longevity expert put it: muscle isn't just for looks anymore, it's foundational to metabolic resilience. The shift is clear: 2026 is the year muscle preservation becomes as important as fat loss. Keep scanning, keep tracking—you're monitoring the metrics that matter most for long-term health.

ShapeScale New Feature Highlight: High Res Export

You can now export high-quality images and videos of your body scans to keep, share, and celebrate your progress - it’s just a few clicks in the ShapeScale app.

What You Can Export

Professional Photos - Save clear, high-resolution images of any scan with your choice of white or black background.

Rotating Videos - Export smooth 360° rotating clips that show your full transformation from every angle.

Before & After Comparisons - Download side-by-side progress shots with perfectly aligned angles and lighting.

How to Export Your Scans

1. Open your ShapeScale app and tap Menu
2. Select Export
3. Choose New Image or New Video
4. Set settings based on your preferences

My ShapeScale Story Campaign

We're launching a fun new campaign this winter and want to hear from YOU! Share your ShapeScale journey on social media using #MyShapeScale. Whether it's a video of you getting scanned or an export of your transformation scans, we want to see it all! And don't forget to tag us!

Every month you will have a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card and get featured in our newsletter and on our socials.

From Skeptical to Unstoppable: Maameefua's 56-Pound Transformation with PepFit

Maameefua walked into PepFit with low expectations. "I came in thinking I was only gonna get treatment and call it a day," she recalls. Weight had been a challenge throughout her adult life, and like many people, she was tired of the endless cycle of dieting and disappointment.

What happened next surprised even her.

A Different Kind of Weight Loss Journey

Under the care of PepFit founder Ashley, Maameefua began a comprehensive treatment plan that included:

• Regular compounded tirzepatide injections
• Bi-weekly check-ins for monitoring and adjustments
• Fat burner blend peptide for quick recovery and toning
• ShapeScale scans every two weeks
• Guidance on supplements, nutrition, and physical activity

But it wasn't just the medical intervention that made the difference—it was what happened every two weeks when she stepped onto the ShapeScale.

When the Scale Lies, ShapeScale Tells the Truth

Like many people on their fitness journey, Maameefua experienced the frustration of working hard without seeing results on her home scale. "At home I see this number and I'm like, 'Ugh, I'm doing all this work and only went down one pound,'" she explains. "But then I come and get on ShapeScale… and I've dropped three inches off of my waist."

That's when everything changed. "Coming in and doing the ShapeScale was like a reward," she says. The anticipation of seeing specific changes—muscle mass gains or waist reduction—transformed what could have been a clinical experience into something she eagerly looked forward to.

The Results: More Than Just Weight Loss

In less than 12 months, Maameefua's transformation has been remarkable:

• 56 lbs weight loss (from 233 lbs to 198.2 lbs)
• 35.7 lbs fat loss with muscle preservation
• 9.1% body fat reduction (from 50.6% to 41.5%)
• 53.3% Shape Score improvement

These metrics confirm she's not just losing weight—she's transforming her body composition in the healthiest possible way.

The Power of Seeing Your Progress

Perhaps the most powerful aspect of Maameefua's journey has been the visual record of her transformation. ShapeScale created something more than data—it created genuine pride.

"I look back at that version of me when I first got on the scale and I'm like, 'You did this.' It makes me proud to overcome something that's been a challenge for pretty much all of my adult life."

Beyond the physical changes, Maameefua's transformation included something she'd previously avoided: embracing consistent exercise. Rather than fixating on scale numbers, she focused on overall health and achieving a toned appearance.

Sharing the Journey

The visual nature of ShapeScale results has become more than a personal motivator—it's become a conversation starter. "It's so fun to share. Like, I put it on my Instagram story… And people will be like, 'What app is this?'" Maameefua notes.

Her journey represents what's possible when medical intervention meets precision tracking and personalized care. From skeptical to unstoppable, Maameefua proves that transformation isn't just about the number on the scale—it's about seeing, understanding, and celebrating every change along the way.

Let's Write Your Success Story

Do you want to inspire others and share your body transformation journey? Send us an email at marketing@shapescale.com and let's make it happen!

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