Add Physical Activity [Staying active is key to maintaining muscle while losing weight on GLP-1 medications]( Strength training is particularly helpful in protecting lean tissue and breaking through weight-loss plateaus
If your weight tends to yo-yo up and down, or you just cant seem to get any consistent momentum with weight loss, then a GLP-1 drug may be a good fit
Understanding the maintenance landscape is part of designing the best overall protocol
The six most common causes of GLP-1 fatigue are: Eating too few calories Low protein intake and muscle loss Dehydration and low electrolytes Metabolic adaptation and energy conservation Blood sugar fluctuations Poor sleep quality (often compounded by under-eating) Cause 1: Eating Too Few Calories This is the most common driver of fatigue in GLP-1 users

| Electrolyte | Role in Body | Signs of Deficiency | Supplement Considerations ||-|||-|| Sodium | Fluid balance, nerve function | Lightheadedness, weakness, headache | May need increased intake during GLP-1 therapy || Potassium | Heart function, muscle control | Irregular heartbeat, muscle cramps | Monitor closely if on other medications || Magnesium | Muscle and nerve function | Fatigue, muscle twitches | Often depleted during weight loss || Calcium | Bone health, muscle function | Numbness, tingling | May need supplementation with vitamin D | Many patients dont realize that drinking excessive water without replenishing electrolytes can actually worsen lightheadedness symptoms, explains Dr