LET’S TALK GLP 1’s – And What You Need To Know

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Mounjaro have been used for years, primarily to help manage Type II Diabetes. Recently, they’ve made headlines for their potential to support weight loss. When prescribed and monitored by a healthcare provider, these medications can help regulate blood sugar, suppress appetite, and lead to reduced calorie intake.

What Are GLP-1s?

GLP-1 stands for Glucagon-Like Peptide-1, a hormone that plays a key role in blood sugar control and appetite regulation. These medications help your body release insulin at the right time, slow digestion, and increase feelings of fullness factors that together contribute to weight loss.

What You Are Mainly Told About GLP-1s

Most often, people are told that GLP-1 medications will help you lose weight fairly quickly.

That’s just part of the story.

What You Need to Know

While the benefits of GLP-1s can be impressive, they can also lead to unintended consequences, particularly when it comes to muscle loss. When you lose weight on GLP-1’s you’re not just losing fat. You may also be losing a large amount of muscle mass. You do not want your muscles to deteriorate because our lives depend upon them for long-term metabolic health, mobility, and overall strength.

That’s why strength training must be included as part of your wellness plan while on a GLP-1 medication. Not only does strength training help preserve and build muscle, but it also supports bone density, improves energy levels, and boosts your body’s ability to burn fat.

Watch This Short Video by Dr. Doug McGuff

Dr. Doug McGuff is an Emergency Room Physician in Seneca, South Carolina and co-author of the book Body By Science​​. The information in his book is what the SIMPLY STRONG Personalized Strength Training Program was modeled after. Recently, Dr. McGuff filmed a short video of himself explaining why strength training is a must, especially when using medications like GLP-1s.

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At SIMPLY STRONG, we’re not here to promote or criticize GLP-1 medications. We want to help you strengthen your life and empower you with the right tools for long-term health.

Strength training is essential to any wellness journey especially one involving GLP-1s.

At SIMPLY STRONG our strength training program is simple, safe, and only takes 20 minutes, twice a week. Build strength, boost  energy, and live healthier.

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