GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide are game changers in the world of weight loss, but if you’re not supporting your muscle mass while taking them, you might be unknowingly sabotaging your metabolism.
Yes, the scale is dropping, but the real question is, what exactly are you losing?
When weight loss happens too quickly or without proper support, your body doesn’t just burn fat…it often burns muscle too. That’s a problem because muscle is one of the most important components of your resting metabolic rate. In other words, muscle is what keeps your metabolism running efficiently all day long.
Lose muscle, and your body starts burning fewer calories at rest. This is why many people eventually hit a plateau or experience rebound weight gain after stopping GLP-1s.
So how do you prevent this metabolic backfire?
Here’s how we approach it at BioCure.
Keep the Muscle, Keep the Burn
Muscle isn’t just for bodybuilders. It’s your body’s built-in engine. The more lean mass you have, the more calories you burn without even trying.
GLP-1s can reduce your appetite so significantly that your protein intake suffers. Pair that with minimal movement or lack of resistance training, and your body starts breaking down muscle for energy.
The fix is simple and powerful. Support your muscle with:
- Adequate high-quality protein
- Resistance training 2 to 4 times per week
- Peptides that help stimulate growth and repair
- Hormonal support to keep metabolism balanced
Peptides and Hormones Can Make All the Difference
Certain peptides, like IGF-1 LR3 or Sermorelin, help stimulate growth hormone release, which plays a major role in preserving lean mass and supporting fat loss.
If your hormones are out of balance, especially testosterone or thyroid hormones, you’ll have an even harder time holding onto muscle. Fatigue, slow recovery, and stubborn weight are all signs that deeper support is needed.
The BioCure Protocol
At BioCure, we don’t stop at medication. We give you the complete system to make your weight loss last.
Our GLP-1 protocols include:
- Diagnostic testing to track fat, muscle, and metabolic health
- Personalized nutrition with protein goals based on your body composition
- Optional strength training plans tailored to your ability
- Advanced peptide and hormone support when needed
- Ongoing check-ins to keep your results sustainable
GLP-1s are a powerful start, but if you want long-term results without slowing your metabolism, muscle support is essential.GLP-1s plus BioCure equals weight loss for the long haul.
We help you lose the fat, keep the muscle, and fuel a metabolism that works for you, not against you.
