Second, add movement and strength training during your treatment period to build metabolic resilience
NADPH generation is critical to host antioxidant defense via glutathione reduction ( Figure 1A-2 ), and is also essential for anabolic cellular metabolism, including synthesis of nucleotides, fatty acids, and amino acids ( Figure 1A-3 )
Medically Reviewed | Updated: February 2026 Category: GLP-1 & Weight Loss | Reading Time: 8 min If youre preparing to start a GLP-1 receptor agonist whether thats semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy), tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound), or another agent in this class baseline lab testing is one of the most important steps you can take before your first dose
Some patients report reduced exercise tolerance, fatigue, or difficulty recovering from workouts