Nutrition
Plain advice on eating for strength and muscle. No meal plans, no fads.
- NutritionHow to take body measurements to track progressWhere to measure your waist, hips, chest, arms and legs, how to measure the same way every time, and what the changes mean.2 min read
- NutritionHow to lean bulk: gain muscle without gaining too much fatA lean bulk in plain words: how big a surplus to eat, how fast to gain, how much protein, and how to train so the extra food turns into muscle.2 min read
- NutritionHow to lose belly fat: what actually worksYou can't burn fat from one spot with crunches. Here's what does shrink your waist: a calorie deficit, enough protein, strength training and patience.2 min read
- NutritionCreatine for lifters: what it does and how to take itCreatine is the best-studied supplement for strength. What it does, how much to take, whether you need to load it, and common worries answered.2 min read
- NutritionWhat to eat before a workout (and after)Simple pre-workout meals and snacks for lifting, how long before training to eat, whether training fasted is fine, and what to eat afterwards.2 min read
- NutritionBody recomposition: lose fat and build muscle at onceCan you lose fat and gain muscle at the same time? Who recomposition works for, how to set calories and protein, and how to tell if it's working.2 min read
- NutritionHow much protein do you need to build muscle?How much protein a day lifters need to build muscle, how to spread it out, and simple ways to hit your number without tracking every gram.2 min read
- NutritionHow to keep your strength while losing fatHow to lift on a diet without losing muscle or strength: calorie deficit size, protein, training volume and what to expect from your lifts.2 min read
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