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Losing Weight on a GLP-1? Why Protecting Your Muscle Matters

Losing Weight on a GLP-1? Why Protecting Your Muscle Matters

Jeff & Michelle Croteau
Published on: 01/10/2026

On a GLP-1 like semaglutide or tirzepatide? Research shows part of the weight lost can be lean mass. Here's why strength training and protein matter.

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