#71: Weight Loss Drugs

40+ Fitness for Women: Strength Training, Fat Loss Tips & Healthy Aging for Women over 40 in perimenopause & menopause

Weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are becoming mainstream in the USA. The shots are being offered not only to those who need to lose weight for health reasons but also to normal-weight people who are looking for an easy way to get skinny. Women especially are hopping on board the weight loss bus.

But as with any drug, there are downsides too.

In this episode of the podcast, I share my thoughts on using weight loss drugs.

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Chapter

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Cultural Pressures and Personal Experiences (00:00:23)

3. The Reality of Weight Loss Drugs (00:03:13)

4. Risks and Dangers of Weight Loss Drugs (00:05:39)

5. Maintaining Muscle While Losing Weight (00:09:35)

6. Eat a Ton of Protein to Maintain Muscles and Lose Fat (00:09:54)

7. Why Lift Weights Before You Start on Your Diet (00:10:46)

8. Final Thoughts and Recommendations (00:14:05)