On a GLP-1 medication? Know exactly what you're losing.
Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound are changing lives, but the scale only tells part of the story. Is the weight decrease fat, or are you also losing your ever-so-important muscle? How much?
DEXA scanning: the gold standard for GLP-1 monitoring
GLP-1 medications are highly effective at driving weight loss, but research shows that a significant portion of that weight loss can come from lean muscle mass, especially without proper protein intake and resistance training. Losing muscle can slow your metabolism, reduce your strength, and make it harder to maintain results long-term. Studies suggest that up to 25–40% of weight lost on GLP-1 medications can come from lean muscle mass.
A DEXA body composition scan at DexaFit KC gives you a complete breakdown of your body, including fat mass, lean muscle mass, bone mineral density, and visceral fat, all in a single 6–11 minute scan. It's the same technology used in clinical research and recommended by leading obesity medicine specialists.
Baseline before you start
Get a starting snapshot of your fat, muscle, and bone density before or shortly after beginning your medication. This is your true "before" picture.
Track every 12–16 weeks
Follow up every 3–4 months to verify you're losing fat and not muscle. Adjust your protein, training, and dosing strategy based on real data.
Bone density protection
GLP-1 medications may affect bone mineral density over time. DEXA is the only non-invasive way to monitor this at every visit.
Metabolic testing add-on
Pair with an RMR test to understand exactly how many calories your body burns at rest, critical for sustainable GLP-1 results.
DEXA Body Composition Scan · Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) · Shred Plan
We offer a multi-scan shred package and monitoring protocol specifically designed to track your body composition journey throughout your medication course. Ask about our bundled pricing when you book.
Know what your body is actually losing
Book a DEXA scan at DexaFit KC in Olathe, serving Overland Park, Lenexa, Shawnee & the Kansas City metro. Use the button below or call/text (913) 444-3141.