what is considered a microdose of semaglutide Microdosing Ozempic: Benefits, risks and doctors say What is considered a microdose

25 Given concerns that skeletal muscle loss may predispose patients to long-term metabolic complications, including sarcopenia, it is recommended that individuals undergoing treatment with GLP-1 RAs receive adequate protein intake and appropriate micronutrient supplementation to preserve muscle mass and function, thereby maximizing the clinical benefits of therapy

In other words, rather than a substitute for exercise, GLP-1s can take some credit for ushering new runners, like Ford, into the sport to begin with

Yes, other FDA-approved medications and surgical options exist

A mentionable possible confounder is weight loss in semaglutide arm was -9.39% (vs placebo -0.88%)