Is Bulking Necessary for Muscle Gain?
The Stronger By Science Podcast
Accurate Surplus Intake for Muscle Gain
In a study, participants did not reach a net 2,000 calorie per day surplus intended by researchers. High-calorie intake was compensated by less food consumption or increased energy expenditure due to intense training. Even in untrained individuals, a 2,000 calorie surplus would lead to significant muscle and fat gain. However, achieving and maintaining such a surplus in real-world scenarios is challenging due to imperfect dietary adherence in training studies.
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