Illinois Doctors Find Ozempic Users May Be Skipping the Gym

Brand-new research from doctors at HSHS Saint Joseph's Hospital in Illinois suggests that people taking weight-loss drugs are less physically active.

Researchers took a look at Fitbit activity data from obese patients and found that people on medications like Ozempic and Wegovy aren't getting in the physical activity you might expect.

Nonetheless, experts were surprised by the results, despite conventional thinking that losing weight might encourage more exercise and make it easier to move.

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Unfortunately, the results show Fitbit logging less activity than before, despite the importance of exercise for long-term health and weight management.

It appears that there is some thought and concern that GLP-1 medication is being used as a replacement for diet and exercise rather than being a tool to support them both.

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Public sentiment surrounding medications like Ozempic and Wegovy has been to just get it and lose weight. Exercise is more than just a weight loss tool. It can help clear the mind and also regain focus while expending energy.

Light bodyweight exercises and a simple walk routine can be enough for some to lose weight without ever having to take expensive medications.