Preserving Muscle on GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications (or Rapid Fat Loss) | Ep 308
Get your free 15-minute Rapid Nutrition Assessment (https://www.witsandweights.com/free-call) to identify your biggest nutrition challenge and get a personalized action plan to optimize your approach, whether you're considering GLP-1s, currently using them, or transitioning off (or go to witsandweights.com (http://witsandweights.com/) and click "Free Nutrition Audit") -- Millions of people are experiencing dramatic weight loss results with GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, but there's a catch that many doctors aren't discussing: without the right approach, up to 40% of that weight loss could be coming from muscle, not fat. This episode gives you a blueprint for maximizing the benefits of these medications while protecting your metabolism, strength, and long-term results. Today I'm sharing practical, evidence-based strategies to preserve muscle while maximizing fat loss on these powerful appesite-suppressing medications, including how to adjust your nutrition, training, and lifestyle to maintain those results even after you stop. Main Takeaways: • GLP-1 medications aid weight loss primarily through appetite suppression • Muscle loss isn't caused by the medications but by rapid weight loss without intervention • Resistance training and sufficient protein intake are non-negotiable for preserving muscle mass • Plan your transition off medication well in advance with a strategic approach Episode Resources: • Try MacroFactor for free (https://www.witsandweights.com/blog/m...) with code WITSANDWEIGHTS Timestamps: 0:01 - Understanding GLP-1 medications and body composition 6:29 - Protein and nutrition strategies 10:14 - Micronutrients and tracking calories 12:10 - Why resistance training is essential 16:02 - Managing energy levels and strength training 16:47 - Planning for reducing or coming off GLP-1 medications 21:56 - Body recomposition Support the show (https://www.buzzsprout.com/1870546/su...) 👩💻 Book a FREE 15-Minute Rapid Nutrition Assessment: https://witsandweights.com/free-call 🎓 Get your first challenge + 2 weeks FREE in Wits & Weights Physique University (WWPU) (https://physique.witsandweights.com/) 👥 Join our Facebook community (https://bit.ly/3vyLDqO) for live Q&As & support 👋 Let's connect! Ask a question (https://www.witsandweights.com/question) , get my FREE newsletter (https://witsandweights.com/email) , or find me on Instagram ( / witsandweights ) 📱 Try MacroFactor for free (https://www.witsandweights.com/blog/m...) with code WITSANDWEIGHTS 🏋️♀️ Download Boostcamp for free (https://boostcamp.app/#witsandweights) for evidence-based workout programs 🫙 Get 20% off Legion supplements (https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/nj885) with code WITSpod