
This is the final piece of our 3 part series on building muscle. In this one Amy, Tom and Kieran dig into the expected rate of muscle building depending on how long you've been training and how well you've been consistent with your nutrition and training.
(00:01) Building Muscle and Expected Gains
(06:59) Muscle Gain Expectations for Beginners
(17:34) Progression and Muscle Gain in Weightlifting
(27:50) Consistency in Nutrition and Muscle Building
(34:36) Final thoughts on Muscle Building
Listen in as we wrap up our three-part muscle mastery series with a final pump of knowledge on what to expect when you hit the gym with dreams of bulking up. For those just starting out, we share the exhilarating journey of newbie gains, where beginners can witness their bodies transform before their eyes. And for the seasoned lifters, we acknowledge the slow yet rewarding grind towards further muscle development. Don't miss our candid chat on the biological factors at play, as we dissect how men and women differ in their muscle-building quests, and how hormones like testosterone and estrogen influence the process.
We get into the nitty-gritty of how lifting weights impacts your hormone levels and what this means for both the gents and the ladies. Ladies, we've got some good news for you – while you may have less testosterone, your higher estrogen levels are your secret weapon for recovery. For all the lifters out there, we map out a rough guide for the rate of muscle gain you can expect, reminding you that although gains get tougher over time, patience and perseverance are your true allies. And let's not forget our light-hearted analogies, likening the patience required for muscle gains to the anticipation of binge-watching your favorite TV series.
In this final installment, we emphasize the power of consistency – not just in lifting those weights but also in fuelling your body right. Forget the fad diets and influencer hype; it's all about finding that sweet spot in your nutrition that supports your muscle-building mission. Kieran, Amy and Tom encourage you to take a closer look at your plate, perhaps even snapping a pic, to really understand what you're eating and how it's helping (or hindering) your progress. Remember, the key to muscle growth isn't in the intensity, but in the steady, integrated lifestyle of training and nutrition. So gear up, tune in, and let's get those gains – Woo hoo!
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