Body · Nutrition basics

How to eat for muscle gain

The short version

Enough protein, enough total food, and consistent training. That's most of it.

The full version

Protein at most meals. Regular meals you enjoy. Carbs to fuel training. If your weight isn't moving at all over a few weeks, add a little more food.

What actually matters

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