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Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth

2287: Bodybuilding 101- How to Bulk and Cut

Mar 7, 2024
40:39
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Exploring myths and mistakes of bulking and cutting in bodybuilding; importance of nutrition and exercise programming. Discussing bulking and cutting concepts, protein intake, and monitoring caloric intake. Optimizing training strategies for muscle building and fat loss; emphasizing gradual lean muscle gain. Navigating mental hurdles in bodybuilding phases, managing body image struggles and unrealistic expectations. Importance of objective measurements for tracking progress in bodybuilding; signs for adjusting diet plans.
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Quick takeaways

  • Bulking focuses on gaining muscle with minimal fat gain or boosting metabolism, while cutting aims at losing body fat while preserving muscle mass.
  • Training strategies for bulking and cutting should be adjusted based on calorie intake, with reduced volume and intensity in cuts and increased intensity and volume in bulks.

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Understanding Bulking and Cutting

Bulking involves aiming to gain muscle and size with minimal fat gain or pursuing a faster metabolism. The goal is to gain muscle and avoid excessive body fat. Cutting focuses on losing body fat while maintaining muscle mass and strength. It is crucial to balance calorie intake to achieve these objectives.

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