Phase 3: Tapering GLP-1

Exercise Objective: Protect Results During Transition

Primary Focus: Maintain While Transitioning

As medication dose decreases, exercise becomes an important tool for protecting progress.

The goal shifts from losing weight to maintaining the improvements created during treatment.

This phase prepares individuals for long-term independence.

Exercise Priorities:

• Maintain strength
• Continue structured exercise
• Adapt to changing appetite
• Increase confidence without medication dependence
• Support weight maintenance
• Reduce risk of weight regain

Training Approach:

• Continue resistance training
• Maintain progressive strength work
• Increase daily movement
• Maintain cardiovascular fitness
• Focus on sustainable routines

Key Message:

Protect the progress you built while preparing for independence.

Phase 3 Tapering Exercise Plan]

Phase 4: Off GLP-1/Maintenance

Exercise Objective: Long-Term Health and Lifestyle Independence

Primary Focus: Own the Lifestyle

After GLP-1 medication is discontinued, exercise becomes a lifelong health strategy.

The goal is not returning to previous habits.

The goal is building healthy habits and maintaining a lifestyle that supports long-term health.

Exercise Priorities:

• Maintain muscle and strength
• Support healthy body composition
• Continue cardiovascular fitness
• Improve physical function
• Create sustainable habits
• Maintain independence

Training Approach:

• Consistent resistance training
• Regular cardiovascular activity
• Active lifestyle habits
• Long-term progression
• Fitness integrated into daily life

Key Message:

Exercise becomes the foundation that supports lifelong results.

Phase 4 Off GLP-1/ Maintenance Exercise Plan

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