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Losing weight on a GLP-1? Protect the muscle you can't get back easily

By Published 5 min read

Medical weight loss works best when it's built around body composition. Here's how we keep lean mass on the right side of the ledger.

GLP-1 medications have changed weight management. But the scale only tells part of the story — a meaningful share of weight lost can be lean tissue if nothing is done to protect it.

Why measure body composition instead of weight alone?

We track lean mass and visceral fat at baseline and at every phase, adjusting the plan when the ratio drifts.

How do you protect muscle while taking a GLP-1?

Adequate protein, progressive resistance training and a thoughtful titration schedule are the three levers that matter most.

This article is for educational purposes and is not individual medical advice. Clinical eligibility determines all treatments.

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