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What you need to know about preserving muscle while losing weight
Losing weight shouldn't mean losing strength. Here's how to protect muscle as the scales move.
By James O'Connor · 4 Oct 2026
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Fitness & Health Journalist · Level 4 Strength & Conditioning
James covers strength, movement and the evidence behind exercise trends.

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Losing weight shouldn't mean losing strength. Here's how to protect muscle as the scales move.
By James O'Connor · 4 Oct 2026