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To say that GLP-1 therapy for assisting weight-loss has become popular would be an understatement. An estimated 11% of the American population is currently using them for that purpose. That's up from 3% in 2024. While there is no doubting their effectiveness, we think it is mportant for GLP-1 users to consider the long-term metabolic effects these drugs can have. New research is showing that 25-40% of the weight-loss from these drugs is coming from lean body mass, part of which includes all-important muscle.
Minimizing the muscle loss is essential.
- Muscle is "metabolically active", burning calories even at rest. Preserving or adding to your muscle mass can help you maintain your weight-loss after ending treatment.
- Improving Insulin sensitivity by sweeping sugar from your bloodstream is an important muscular function.
- Maintaining our strength supports quality of life, activities we enjoy, and is particularly important as we age.
What can you do?
- Add Resistance training if you haven't already. Twice a week for 30 minutes can be quite effective.
- Make sure you are meeting your daily protein requirements.
- Consider using a quality testing program to monitor changes in your body composition.
We can help!
From creating an individualized resistance training program, to providing Dietitian guidance, and offering our SECA body composition testing, we have the tools and experience ( 32 years and counting) to enhance your GLP-1 experience.
Contact us today for a complimentary and no obligation consultation!
www.goodbodiesfitness.com
info@goodbodiesfitness.com
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