From the other side of the consultation, briefly.
OMG yes. lean mass + resistance training is the combo. Can confirm.
wendy_avl said:Bone density monitoring on lean mass: DEXA bone density at baseline and month 12.
DEXA scan update relevant to lean mass:
Scanned at months 0, 6, and 12. Here are the body comp numbers:
| Baseline | Month 6 | Month 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total mass | 245 lbs | 225 lbs | 212 lbs |
| Fat mass | 115 lbs | 65 lbs | 47 lbs |
| Lean mass | 153 lbs | 152 lbs | 149 lbs |
| Body fat % | 38% | 32% | 21% |
Lean mass preserved — actually GAINED 1-2 lbs thanks to progressive overload + 1.6g/kg protein. The lean mass discussion needs to include body comp data, not just scale weight.
Following on from wendy_avl — and this may be the naive question:
What did you change at the same time, and can you separate the two now?
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Shop Reference Standardslucas_SP_BR said:DEXA scan update relevant to lean mass: Scanned at months 0, 6, and 12.
Back pain as a lean mass side effect: not from the medication itself, but from rapid body composition changes. Losing 52 lbs shifts your center of gravity and your core muscles need time to adjust.
Physical therapy has been essential. Core strengthening exercises (planks, dead bugs, bird dogs) daily for 10 minutes have eliminated my lower back pain. Your body is literally relearning how to carry itself.