EVIDENCE-BASED GUIDES & ESSAYS

The GLP-1 Fitness Library.

Practical guidance for training, low-appetite fuelling, and long-term capability alongside medical weight loss.

Adult holding a barbell during a structured resistance training session to protect lean muscle while on GLP-1 medicationTraining & Exercise
Featured Essay•8 min read

What Is a GLP-1 and How Does It Actually Work for Weight Loss?

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro curb appetite and lower blood sugar, but rapid weight loss carries an unspoken cost: lean muscle loss. Discover how GLP-1s work and the non-negotiable habits required to protect your strength.

By H. RichardsRead Guide
 Person performing a controlled Barbell squat as part of a structured resistance training workout.Training & Exercise
September 8, 2026•7 min read

GLP-1 Exercise Guide: How to Protect Muscle & Energy

Rapid weight reduction requires a deliberate training strategy to protect strength and physical function. Here is the coach-approved exercise blueprint to safeguard muscle tissue and manage shifting energy levels.

By H. RichardsRead Guide
GLP-1 protein intake | Protein-rich meal for preserving muscle during GLP-1 weight loss Nutrition & Protein
August 19, 2026•14 min read

GLP-1 Protein Guide: How Much Protein Do You Need on Ozempic, Wegovy & Mounjaro?

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro can make weight loss easier - but when appetite drops, getting enough protein becomes more important. Learn how much protein you may need, the best protein-rich foods when appetite is low, and why combining protein with resistance training is key to protecting muscle while losing weight.

By H. RichardsRead Guide
Compound strength exercise to help off-set GLP-1 muscle lossMuscle & Strength
August 17, 2026•7 min read

How to Maintain Muscle While Losing Weight on GLP-1 Medication

GLP-1 medications can help you lose weight - but the number on the scales doesn't tell the whole story. Learn how resistance training, adequate protein and smart nutrition can help you support muscle, strength and physical function while losing excess body fat.

By H. RichardsRead Guide
Two beginner runners on a couch to 5km run jogging together outdoorsGeneral
July 11, 2026•8 min read

Couch to 5km Run: Why Your First Weeks Are the Hardest

Thinking about starting a couch to 5km run but worried you'll end up injured like last time? One thing to understand is that you're running on two clocks. Your heart and lungs get fit in weeks, but your joints and tendons take months to catch up, and that gap is where most beginners get hurt. This guide breaks down the science of those first few weeks: why run-walk intervals work, how to avoid shin splints, and exactly what to do from week one to eight.

By H. RichardsRead Guide
Person enjoying a drink while following a GLP-1 weight loss planHydration & Recovery
May 4, 2026•15 min read

Can You Still Lose Weight and Drink Alcohol on GLP-1's??

Can you still lose weight while drinking alcohol on a GLP-1? Yes - but alcohol can make the process harder. Learn how drinking affects calories, appetite, sleep, hydration, recovery and muscle preservation on Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro.

By H. RichardsRead Guide
Tired professional sitting at a kitchen table after work with a gym bag and water bottle nearbyGeneral
April 20, 2026•8 min read

Low Energy After Work? Here’s What to Look at First

If you keep wondering why you’re tired all the time after work, the issue is usually not willpower. It is often a mix of sleep, stress, food, recovery, and training load that has quietly tipped out of balance.

By H. RichardsRead Guide
Adult doing a conditioning workout in a gym with a personal trainer as part of a realistic fat loss planGeneral
April 10, 2026•8 min read

How Often Should You Train for Fat Loss?

If you want to lose fat, you do not need to train every day. For most adults, the best results come from a realistic mix of strength training, daily movement, and nutrition that supports a calorie deficit. That can be done consistently.

By H. RichardsRead Guide
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