Pairing GLP-1 Therapy with Progressive Strength Training

In this episode of Everything GLP-1, Dr. Tom Lavin speaks with CJ Bernius, entrepreneur and gym owner who built his career as a personal trainer specializing in longevity and muscle building for clients 60 and older, to explore how strength training and GLP-1 therapy work together to produce lasting results. Rather than treating exercise and medication as separate interventions, the conversation frames them as complementary tools for building what CJ Bernius calls "life in your years," not just years in a life. CJ Bernius explains the protein and strength-training foundations of his Fit Forever program, while Dr. Tom Lavin connects those principles to the physiology of GLP-1-driven weight loss, including why resistance training is essential to preserving muscle during fat loss. Together, they discuss habit formation, family dynamics, and the psychological shifts that occur when patients begin seeing results. It is a practical discussion for clinicians, healthcare leaders, and anyone interested in pairing medical weight loss with sustainable fitness programming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.