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Consistent Energy Balance for Muscle Gain
Maintaining maintenance calories during the week while potentially increasing intake on the weekend could be beneficial for muscle gain. However, committing to a consistent surplus during the weekend may not be ideal for maximizing muscle gains, especially if it leads to deficits impacting training sessions. It is suggested to focus on the average energy balance over the week rather than daily fluctuations to optimize muscle gain during a mass gaining phase.