GLPMAXX Blog
Evidence-based guides, research breakdowns, and practical tips — updated regularly for GLP-1 medication users.
New Study: 38% of Weight Lost on Semaglutide Without Resistance Training Is Muscle
Landmark STEP trial analysis reveals that users without structured resistance training programs lose disproportionate lean mass — and what you can do about it starting today.
Tirzepatide vs Semaglutide: Does Your Medication Change Your Diet Strategy?
Tirzepatide's dual GIP/GLP-1 mechanism means greater weight loss — but also a potentially higher protein requirement. Here's how to adjust your nutrition based on which drug you're taking.
Why the MAXX Barbell Program Works So Well for GLP-1 Users
Three days a week. One barbell. Heavy compound lifts. The MAXX Barbell program hits all the requirements for a GLP user training program — here's the science behind why.
Retatrutide Explained: What the Triple Agonist Means for Fat Loss and Muscle
Phase 2 results show ~24% body weight loss — but the addition of glucagon receptor targeting raises questions about muscle preservation. What we know so far.
The 'Protein First' Eating Strategy for GLP Users
When your stomach is the size of a tangerine and everything makes you nauseous, eating strategy matters. Protein-first eating is the single most important dietary habit GLP users can build.
Managing GLP-1 Side Effects: A Practical Guide
Nausea, diarrhea, constipation — they peak during titration and usually resolve within 4–8 weeks. Here's what actually helps based on clinical evidence and patient experience.
Creatine for GLP-1 Users: The Case for Supplementation
Creatine monohydrate is the most-studied supplement in sports science. For GLP users trying to preserve muscle during significant weight loss, the evidence for creatine is compelling.
Why GLP-1 Users Are at Higher Risk of Dehydration (And How to Fix It)
Reduced appetite on GLP medications often reduces fluid intake along with food. Combined with GI side effects, dehydration risk is real — and its symptoms are often mistaken for medication side effects.