You're Losing More Than Just Fat on Your GLP-1

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On a GLP-1, a big chunk of the weight you lose can come from muscle instead of fat, and for women over 40 on Ozempic or Wegovy, that's the one kind of loss you don't want, especially in perimenopause.

If you're on a GLP-1, thinking about starting one, or already off it, this episode is for you. Half the women in my life are on these drugs right now, and I'm not anti-medication at all. But for women in their 40s and 50s, what's happening underneath that weight loss matters just as much as the number you see on the scale, and it changes what you do while the medication is doing its job.

I'll walk you through what's going on in your body on a GLP-1, the three things I'd prioritize if I were you, in order, and the one part of coming off the medication that most women skip and end up regretting. I'm a double-certified nutrition and fitness coach who lost 20 pounds in my mid-to-late 30s and kept it off for 10 years through perimenopause, and my whole focus is on making sure the weight you lose is fat and that it stays gone after the injections stop.

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👋🏻 ABOUT ME:
I'm Andrea, a NASM-certified nutrition and fitness coach and founder of Behind the Body. For years, I tried every diet imaginable, avoided weights, and stuck to cardio, all in pursuit of being skinny. None of it worked. At 40, I overhauled my approach and started lifting 3–4 times a week. Now at 45, I have the strong, toned body I spent decades chasing, and I've maintained it for 10 years using the same simple approach. I help women over 40 simplify their approach, build real strength, and get results that actually last. Every week, I cover the science, the strategy, and the honest truth about fat loss and maintenance for women over 40.

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise, or health routine. Results vary. Andrea is a NASM-certified nutrition and fitness coach, not a doctor or registered dietitian.