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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
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There are many myths associated with muscle building. Let’s bust the top areas where people get it wrong while building muscles.
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Truth: Heavy Lifting would result in Strength but does not lead to bulk unless you are taking in more calories than you need.
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Truth: Muscle and fat are different tissues. Muscle never goes to fat. If you quit exercising and overeat, muscle mass will reduce and fat mass will increase.
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Truth: Protein is playing an important role, but it is limited to how much can be taken in by the body. The muscle-building process is supported with an adequate amount of protein, carbs and fats.
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Truth: Patterns of fat burn do not exist, muscles firming activity causes tonization of the muscle, but perictive fats loss is through under nourishment and totality muscle exercises.
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Truth: Doing Moderate Cardio does not stop muscle growth as long as there is strength training and proper nutrition.
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Truth: Women do not have testosterone levels comparable to men so when they lift weights they develop muscle and not mass.
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Misinformation continues to bewilder individuals on how to gain muscle effectively. Keep in mind the importance of training, nutrition and recuperation – striking the perfect balance is the answer to achieving the best possible outcome.
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