Hacking Your Health GLP-1s, Protein Hype, and Smarter Lifting: A No-BS Guide to Modern Health - The Weekly Patch
Oct 21, 2025
Discover the intriguing world of GLP-1 medications, including Costco's surprising availability and their implications for muscle health. Explore the promising new retatrutide with its muscle-preserving benefits. Ditch the finasteride for safer hair loss methods like topical minoxidil. Unpack the pitfalls of protein marketing versus the true value of amino acids. Learn how three-minute rest intervals can supercharge your hypertrophy and hear about the game-changing effects of omega-3s on recovery!
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Comfortable Maintenance After Years Of Habits
- Ben describes reaching a long-term habit-driven equilibrium where he maintained 215–220 lb without counting calories.
- He now dreads moving into a caloric surplus because he’s adapted to eating less and consistent habits.
GLP-1s Help Weight But Risk Muscle Loss
- GLP-1s like semaglutide and tirzepatide suppress appetite and can deliver large weight loss.
- Without resistance training and sufficient protein they risk muscle and bone loss despite reducing cardiovascular risk.
Retatrutide: Muscle Preservation Promise
- Retatrutide (multi-agonist) appears to preserve muscle, raise BMR, and improve insulin sensitivity in early reports.
- Bodybuilders report maintaining muscle during cuts and burning more daily calories, but safety data is still pending.