#muscle-gain

4 articles tagged with #muscle-gain

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How much muscle can you gain your first year?

Realistic expectations for first-year muscle gain. The research-backed models, what affects your results, and how to maximize your beginner window.

nutrition

Body recomposition on 5x5: lose fat and gain muscle

Can you build muscle and lose fat at the same time on 5x5? Yes, if you're in the right category. Here's how to set it up and what to expect.

nutrition

How big a surplus do you need for muscle?

Evidence-based guide to caloric surplus for muscle gain. How much to eat, how to calculate it, and how to gain muscle without unnecessary fat.

nutrition

Bulking on 5x5: how to eat for maximum gains

A practical bulking guide for 5x5 trainees. How big a surplus, what to eat, how long to bulk, and how to minimize fat gain while building strength.

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