Preventing Muscle Wasting on Weight Loss Injections – The Murrays Chemist Approach

Weight loss injections like Wegovy (semaglutide) and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) have helped thousands shed excess weight safely. But while these medications are highly effective in reducing appetite and supporting fat loss, many patients are unaware that some of the weight lost can come from muscle mass — not just fat.

At Murrays Chemist, our face-to-face weight loss clinic focuses on safe, medically-informed weight loss, including supporting muscle health to preserve long-term metabolic health, skin elasticity, and strength.

Why Does Muscle Wasting Happen During Weight Loss?

When your calorie intake drops significantly — either through dieting or appetite suppression from GLP-1 medications — your body starts burning stored energy. While fat loss is the goal, some muscle breakdown naturally occurs, especially if:

• You’re not consuming enough protein

• You’re not engaging in resistance training

• You’re losing weight rapidly

This phenomenon is known as lean mass loss, and it can lead to:

• Weaker muscles and lower physical strength

• A drop in resting metabolic rate (making future weight gain more likely)

• Loose or sagging skin, particularly around the face, arms, and thighs

• Fatigue and poor physical performance

What Can Be Done to Prevent It?

At Murrays Chemist, we don’t just give you the jab and send you on your way. We take a holistic approach to protect your muscle and support long-term results. Here’s how:

1. Prioritise Protein Intake

Consuming enough high-quality protein helps your body preserve and rebuild muscle. We guide our patients on how to hit 1.2–2g of protein per kg of body weight daily — through food or supplements where needed.

2. Incorporate Resistance Training

Lifting weights or using bodyweight exercises just 2–3 times a week can dramatically reduce muscle loss. We recommend simple, sustainable strength routines — and even bodyweight options for beginners.

3. Hydration and Micronutrients

Muscle health depends on adequate hydration, vitamins, and minerals. We help monitor and support your intake of essentials like magnesium, vitamin D, and B12 — all vital for recovery, skin tone, and energy.

4. Regular Check-Ins and Personalised Support

Our patients benefit from monthly face-to-face reviews, where we assess progress, adjust goals, and look at body composition if needed. We don’t just track your weight — we care about what you’re losing.

Looking After Your Skin During Weight Loss

Loose or saggy skin is often a side effect of losing too much weight too fast or losing muscle along with fat. We help manage this by:

• Encouraging gradual, sustainable weight loss

• Supporting collagen production through nutrition and supplements

• Monitoring hydration and hormonal health

• Recommending skin-safe body resistance exercises that help tone the arms, thighs, and core

Our Ethos: Holistic, Safe, Sustainable Weight Loss

We’ve helped hundreds of patients — particularly in the South Asian community, where risks of diabetes and visceral fat are higher — achieve better health without compromising strength, energy, or appearance.

Whether you’re just starting or you’ve hit a plateau, we’ll guide you with:

• Dietary advice tailored to your culture and lifestyle

• Expert support from a clinical prescribing pharmacist

• On-site blood testing and health monitoring

• Personalised exercise plans to suit your schedule

Book Your Consultation

Ready to start your weight loss journey with the right support?

📍 Visit us at Murrays Chemist, 172 Kenton Road, Harrow, HA3 8BL
📞 Call 0208 907 0413
🌐 www.murrayschemist.co.uk

Our programme starts at £200/month and includes ongoing, in-person support. Let us help you lose the weight — and keep your muscle.