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Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic require exercise to avoid muscle and bone loss, doctors warn.
Australian doctors are warning that weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy must be paired with exercise to prevent muscle and bone loss, as access expands through the national healthcare system.
Without physical activity, rapid weight loss from GLP-1 drugs can lead to weakened bones, reduced muscle mass, and higher risks of fractures, especially in women during midlife and perimenopause.
Experts emphasize strength and weight-bearing exercise should be mandatory in treatment plans, with fitness professionals integrated into care.
While the drugs help manage obesity and pre-diabetes, they do not selectively burn fat, making exercise essential for long-term health.
Patients like Andrea, a 44-year-old with pre-diabetes, saw major improvements in blood sugar and mobility after starting treatment, but stress that exercise was key to maintaining gains and avoiding complications.
Los medicamentos para la pérdida de peso como Ozempic requieren ejercicio para evitar la pérdida de músculo y hueso, advierten los médicos.