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GLP-1 Therapies Silence Spontaneous Physical Activity

Source: Neuroscience News • Published: 13 Jun 2026, 18:20

GLP-1 Therapies Silence Spontaneous Physical Activity

Analysis of wearable fitness data examining how pharmacologic weight-loss treatment alters spontaneous physical activity and clinical counseling needs.

Key Takeaways
  • Among 1,950 adults starting therapy, 753 had sufficient Fitbit data for analysis
  • Average daily steps dropped from 5,047 to 4,487 after treatment initiation
  • MVPA fell from 28 to 22 minutes daily, especially in men and people with joint pain
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