Beyond these already indicated benefits, GLP-1s are being widely hailed for the additional health benefits that they appear to confer
Target deficit : 500 kcal/day (1 lb fat loss per week) Why this matters : Allows adequate protein utilization for recovery Example : 220 lb athlete at 2,800 kcal maintenance Target: 2,300 kcal daily Composition: 180g protein (720 kcal), 250g carbs (1000 kcal), 50g fat (450 kcal) 4
Surveillance without prohibition gives the field time for data to accumulate while avoiding enforcement problems against athletes who may have legitimate medical reasons to use these drugs, he said, noting that making a distinction between medical use and performance-driven use is going to be essential
Be consistent, not excessive Visible improvement usually comes from regular use over time
Late injections may also compress future dose intervals if not corrected, creating a cascade effect