Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
GLP-1 medications can be incredibly effective for weight loss, but there's one conversation that doesn't happen often enough.
Preserving muscle.
Experts recommend making two things a priority while taking a GLP-1:
1. Getting enough high-quality protein each day.
2. Resistance training at least three times per week.
The goal isn't just to lose weight, it's to maintain the muscle that supports your metabolism, strength, and long-term health.
GLP-1 medications can be incredibly effective for weight loss, but there's one conversation that doesn't happen often enough.
Preserving muscle.
Experts recommend making two things a priority while taking a GLP-1:
1. Getting enough high-quality protein each day.
2. Resistance training at least three times per week.
The goal isn't just to lose weight, it's to maintain the muscle that supports your metabolism, strength, and long-term health.
