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The bulking debate - with Ella, TNF, and Alan Aragon

The Chris and Paul Show

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Understanding Body Maintenance: Lean Mass vs. Fat

This chapter explores the complexities of body maintenance, emphasizing the significance of both lean mass and fat mass rather than just scale weight. It critiques traditional methods of calculating maintenance calories and highlights the essential role of accurate food intake tracking. The conversation also covers the importance of resistance training and adequate protein intake for muscle maintenance, relating various dietary protein percentages to changes in body composition.

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