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E.5 Expectations for Muscle Growth | Metrics to Measure | Shift the Focus to Training Performance
Feb 23, 2024
The discussion dives into the emotional challenges faced during muscle growth, particularly for women grappling with body image. It highlights the confusion around scale weight and how expectations can be misaligned with actual progress. The focus shifts from obsessing over numbers to prioritizing improvements in training performance. By emphasizing objective metrics for success, listeners are encouraged to develop a supportive mindset and a more holistic approach to their fitness journey.
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- Muscle growth is a slow process that often requires adjusting expectations, as individuals may gain only a quarter of a pound every few weeks.
- Body dysmorphia can lead to anxiety about weight gain during muscle building, highlighting the importance of supportive environments and accountability.
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Muscle Building Expectations
Building muscle can be a slow process, often much slower than losing fat. For some individuals, particularly beginners, the expected change might be as little as a quarter of a pound of muscle gain every two to four weeks. This minimal change in muscle mass can lead to feelings of frustration and self-doubt, especially when individuals compare themselves to others or their own past physiques. Understanding that muscle growth is a gradual journey can help set more realistic expectations and reduce feelings of inadequacy.
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