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What is the optimum training intensity to prevent atrophy when on a caloric deficit?
I know that when I'm on a caloric surplus, I stimulate hypertrophy best if my training intensity lies somewhere between 6-12RM.
Now let's say I'm on a caloric deficit. What intensity is optimal for ...
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Cutting phase: indicators for muscle loss
I want to cut for a while and lower my fat percentage. As everybody I want to maximize fat loss and minimize muscle loss. Are there any warning indicators that my body is burning muscles instead of ...
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What can I do to make my abs look their best in a very short timeframe?
This is somewhat theoretical, but I find the situation comes up often enough.
I'm in good shape, good athletic build, etc. I have decent definition in my abs (you can see the makings of a 6-pack or ...
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Back to the gym: should I bulk or cut first?
I used to lift weights at the gym some years ago and my intention is to get back in shape this month. I'm still in reasonable shape, around 18-20% body fat.
I'd like to maximize my gains/losses as ...