First Things THRST E114 - Muscle Expert: You Need To Know This To Get Bigger & Stronger (FAST)
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Oct 30, 2025 
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a physician and muscle health advocate, shares her revolutionary approach to health. She emphasizes that building muscle is crucial for longevity and metabolic health, shifting the focus from fat loss to muscle gain. The discussion covers how muscle mass benefits sexual and immune health, the importance of strength training alongside cardio, and effective training strategies for beginners. Lyon also introduces National Muscle Health Month, aiming to raise awareness about the need to prioritize muscle in healthcare.
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Muscle Is The Body’s Largest Organ
- Skeletal muscle is the largest organ system and central to longevity and health.
- More healthy muscle improves virtually every outcome and nothing gets worse with more muscle.
Muscle As The Metabolic Controller
- Skeletal muscle is the primary site for metabolic regulation and fuel disposal.
- Many chronic diseases originate in impaired skeletal muscle decades before symptoms appear.
Muscle Improves Sexual Function
- Muscle mass correlates with sexual function; higher healthy muscle links to better erections.
- This connection provides a practical motivator for men to prioritize muscle health.
