Losing weight isn't the only thing that matters. What you lose matters, too. GLP-1 medications can help reduce appetite and support weight loss, but they don't automatically protect your muscle. During weight loss, your body can lose both fat and lean tissue. That's why resistance training can be an important part of a comprehensive weight-management plan. You don't need complicated workouts or hours in the gym. Start with: 2–3 strength sessions per week Basic full-body movements Resistance appropriate for your ability Consistency before intensity And don't forget protein. Adequate protein and resistance training work together to support muscle preservation during weight loss. The goal isn't simply to weigh less. It's to become healthier, stronger, and better able to maintain your progress. Talk with your healthcare provider about the type and amount of exercise that's appropriate for you. Save this as a reminder: weight loss and muscle preservation should go hand in hand.

The number on the scale tells you how much you weigh. It doesn't tell you everything that's changing in your body. During weight loss, changes can occur in different components of your body, including fat mass and lean mass. Some of the weight lost during GLP-1-assisted weight loss can come from lean mass, not just fat. That's one reason two people can lose the same amount of weight but experience different changes in body composition. When evaluating progress, it's helpful to look beyond the scale and consider: • How your clothes fit • Changes in waist circumference • Strength and physical function • How you feel and move • Your overall health markers For people using GLP-1 medications, weight on the scale is only one part of the picture. The goal isn't simply to make the number smaller. It's to support healthier body composition, physical function, and long-term health. This week's habit: Instead of focusing only on your scale weight, choose one additional measure of progress to track. Talk with your healthcare provider about which measures are most appropriate for you. Save this reminder: progress is more than a number.

If you’re looking for a dinner that’s both delicious and supportive of your healthy weight loss goals, Grilled Asian Salmon is a great choice. Ingredients: - 12 oz salmon, skin on - 2 tsp Dijon mustard - 1 Tbsp. Bragg's Liquid Aminos - 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil - 1/4 tsp. minced garlic or to taste - 1/4 tsp. grated, fresh ginger or to taste Instructions: 1.) Heat a grill over medium heat 2.) Lay the salmon skin side down on a cutting board and cut it laterally (in half through the middle) into 2 equal pieces 3.) Whisk together the mustard, liquid aminos, olive oil, ginger and garlic in a bowl 4.) Drizzle the marinade onto the salmon and allow it to sit for close to 10 minutes 5.) Place the salmon skin side down on the hot grill and grill for 5 minutes 6.) Flip the fish over to the other side carefully, and grill for another 5 minutes 7.) Plate the fish, skin side down; allow the fish to rest for about 10 minutes 8.) Remove the skin and serve Nutrition Info (per serving) Recipe Serves 2 Calories: 451 Fat: 25g Sat fat: 5g Cholesterol: 100mg Sodium: 4286mg Carbs: 4g Fiber: 12mg Sugar: 8mg Protein: 45g Calcium: 21mg It’s full of flavor, high in protein, and makes enough for tomorrow’s lunch too!