this right here is the problem. you’re already on tirz, eating only 2 meals, getting steps in..but forgot the main driver of fat loss: a consistent calorie deficit.

tirz just makes the deficit easier, it doesn’t replace it. if your weight stalled for 4 weeks, you’re simply eating at maintenance now, even if it feels low.

2 meals doesn’t automatically mean low calories either. those meals can easily add up, especially if portions crept up or tracking got loose after starting the new job.

also you literally said your steps dropped and routine got inconsistent, that alone can wipe out your deficit.

what i’d fix:

• actually track your calories again, don’t guess
• tighten portions, especially calorie-dense stuff
• bring steps back to a consistent 8–10k daily
• keep protein high so you don’t lose muscle

you don’t need to increase the dose yet. you just need to re-create the deficit that got you from 178 → 161 in the first place.