Can a High-Protein diet and weight training prevent muscle loss while on Weight-Loss drugs?

NCT ID NCT07700030

First seen Jul 13, 2026 · Last updated Jul 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study investigates whether adding a high-protein diet and supervised resistance training to the weight-loss medication tirzepatide helps preserve muscle mass better than a high-protein diet alone. Adults aged 30–60 with a BMI between 27 and 37 who are about to start tirzepatide will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. The goal is to see if the combination approach can reduce muscle loss and improve strength during weight loss.

What this could mean

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Active substance
high-protein diet and resistance training
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that combining a high-protein diet with resistance training helps people lose fat while keeping more muscle during weight-loss medication use.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 32 participants, so results may not apply widely. The diet and exercise program require strict adherence, which may be challenging for some.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

obesity disorder Weight Loss

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    New York, New York, 10016, United States

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