<p>I’ve known Dr. Spencer Nadolsky for well over a decade and he’s been my go to resource when it comes to GLP-1’s and any peptides that help with weight loss, metabolic health, health and performance in general. It was great to catch up and get the truth about GLP-1’s from an expert that is helping clients in the real world, daily.</p><p><br></p><p>Dr. Spencer Nadolsky, a board-certified family and obesity medicine physician and a leading voice in metabolic health. Known as &#39;The Doc Who Lifts,&#39; Spencer specializes in the intersection of medicine and lifestyle, helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss and improved heart health through evidence-based nutrition and exercise. He currently serves as the Medical Director at WeightWatchers and is the co-host of the <em>Docs Who Lift</em> podcast. With a background as a former D1 wrestler, he brings a unique perspective on using strength training and modern medicine to treat obesity.</p><p><br></p><p><u><strong>IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: </strong></u></p><p>=&gt; History of GLP-1’s from diabetes to weight management and what FDA recommends.</p><p>=&gt; What is the recommended criteria for using GLP-1’s and what does Dr. Nadolsky recommend and which patients does he use it with, and why.</p><p>=&gt; Why Spencer is ok with people looking to lose “the last 10-20 lbs” using GLP-1’s but draws the line at ______.</p><p>=&gt; Do GLP-1’s truly affect muscle loss and lowering of bone density, or are those side effects of extreme dieting, lack of strength training, and not enough calories and protein.</p><p>=&gt; How small is the percentage of people that can lose weight and keep it off for good, and why judgement of people taking GLP-1’s is hurting more than helping.</p><p>=&gt; The reason why resistance training is a MUST on a diet or on GLP-1’s; these stats will blow you away. </p><p>=&gt; How our environment has changed dramatically and is aligned with the rise in obesity; that is not going to change but here is the solution.</p><p><br></p><p>=&gt; We discuss the psychology of exercise, diet, and drugs; and what makes someone “undisciplined” (and the misconceptions of it). </p><p>=&gt; What does Dr. Nadolsky recommend to every person that gets on GLP-1’s for best results and long term health. </p><p>=&gt; Do some people need to lose weight and feel better BEFORE they start lifting weights.</p><p>=&gt; The misconception of doctors being “Pharma shills” and what the behind the scenes really look like.</p><p>=&gt; Why some people have gastrointestinal issues while on GLP-1’s, and what you MUST do to avoid those issues. </p><p>=&gt; What happens when you “stress test” drinking alcohol while starting GLP-1’s. </p><p>=&gt; Lower fat meals, higher fiber, moderate protein, is a good starting point for people beginning to take GLP-1’s.</p><p>=&gt; Should you continue to stay on GLP-1’s, get off at a certain point in time, or lower the dose; answered in detail. </p><p>=&gt; The cost of GLP-1’s and how they can be barrier for people staying on them.</p><p>=&gt; How dosing the drug is very important in getting best results; Dr. Nadolsky explains how to dose it and if you even should dose it up. </p><p>=&gt; Why you MUST have appetite to get enough calories in to support your goals and life (if you are lifting, running, etc). </p><p>=&gt; Zepbound “quick pens” and how they’re allowing better micro and precision dosing of GLP-1’s.</p><p>=&gt; What are the studies behind peptides such as BPC-157, CJC-1295/Ipamorelin, TB-500, Thymosing Alpha, and more.</p><p>=&gt; Is Retatrutide a “miracle drug” or is it just hype.  </p><p>=&gt; What is the best way to get peptides and the dangers of getting it from non FDA approved compound pharmacies. </p><p><br></p><p><u><strong>LINKS &amp; RESOURCES:</strong></u></p><p>Dr. Spencer Nadolsky website  <a href="https://drspencer.com/" target="_blank">https://drspencer.com/</a></p><p>Docs Who Lift Podcast <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/docs-who-lift/id1611961208" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/docs-who-lift/id1611961208</a></p><p>Dr. Spencer Nadolsky YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@drnadolsky/videos" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@drnadolsky/videos</a></p><p>Dr. Spencer Nadolsky Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drnadolsky/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/drnadolsky/</a></p><p>Vineyard  <a href="https://joinvineyard.com/" target="_blank">https://joinvineyard.com/</a></p><p>Super Coach Mentorship <a href="https://lukahocevar.com/super-coach-mentorship/" target="_blank"><strong>https://lukahocevar.com/super-coach-mentorship/</strong></a></p><p>Luka Hocevar YouTube Channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Luka-Hocevar/videos" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@Luka-Hocevar/videos</a></p>