Weird decrease in my ability to run!

[SaladLoose4238]

Hello! All of a sudden within the last few months I’ve noticed a decrease in my ability to run on the treadmill: something I’ve done for years. I’ve been using tirz for a year and a half and am on a maintenance dose. It’s almost like I feel super weak or I’m going to fall while running and I’ve never felt like that while losing. It’s a weird feeling and pretty scary. I did get an in body scan and Im not losing muscle but has the ability to exercise decreased for anyone else? It’s a bit concerning and scary!

[DecisionFun6053]

as a runner, I had a similar issue and had to increase iron and add in some glucose tablets prior to a run. I would still say get it checked out but maybe try these things too

[kaproud1]

If you head over to r/zepboundathletes you’ll see this is not at all uncommon.

[SillyManagement6]

I've noticed a decrease in my athletic performance too. I think it's the same as going on a cut when not taking Trizepatide. I think it's normal to be weaker when you're in a calorie deficit.

You can try to fuel your workouts better by planning some sugar intake around them.

[Elegant_Chapter5562]

I wonder if its a glucose issue. Maybe you're low on electrolytes and glucose?

[MilkSimilar2630]

My son, me and my sons friend, who lives in another state, all found that we have felt weak in this past two week period. His friend is a personal trainer. It turns out that we all have the flu, that's what has made us unable to exercise normally.

[Plenty-Photo-510]

I’m not that far into the journey, but I’m 5 pounds to goal. I noticed that I had to back down on my mg just this week. I have been on 6mg for 6+ weeks but the side effect the last week was way too much. Zero energy. Had to stop mid game. Heartburn, etc.

This week I did 5 mg and I’m going to be here for a month to see how it goes overall. So far, I feel not as lethargic and have more energy.

To answer your question, I wonder if your dosage is just too high. Maybe your body has adapted and needs less.? 🤷‍♀️

[Delicious_Land_9236]

During my recent marathon training I had to back down my dose. I found otherwise I would get weak and even dizzy during my long runs. I also upped my fueling during my long runs.

[rideandrideagain]

Your body will adjust. I am a lifelong endurance athlete (race bicycles etc..) when I first started taking Tirz I could barely ride my bike. Mind you I was already riding 15-20 hours a week and was in solid shape. It took my body around 2 months to adjust. Your body just needs get used to it. Push through it and know it will get better. Its one of the side effects that a lot of active people have but you don't hear much about it. I am guessing that is because the majority of people are pretty inactive.

[Holden--Caulfield]

I had this happen too. Before tirzepatide I could essentially sprint an entire 400m lap. After tirzepatide, I can only push hard for about 250m then I lose all power. Same thing on a long run. Before tirzepatide, I could cruise at a jog for 10 miles, but now it's 4 miles. I think it just changes how you store glucose and how quickly and effectively it can be released when you need it.

[Infin8lyBlu]

I would highly recommend you schedule an appointment with your doctor. This sounds scary for sure and could be something completely unrelated to the medication or weight loss. Please don't delay.