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Mano Minute (2/24): The bulky myth that stops people from getting strong πͺ
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Mano Minute (2/24): The bulky myth that stops people from getting strong πͺ One of our clients asked me this last week. "Does this protein powder make you bulky?" My answer was a hard no. But I wanted to explain why. The biggest myth in health is this idea of getting bulky. Meaning gaining too much muscle and looking too big. I'll use myself as an example to show this in reality. I have gained 12 pounds since my Ironman in November. About 14 weeks. Most of it came from muscle (9 pounds of muscle, 3 pounds of fat). I did this through high protein, moderate carbs, healthy fats, and very clean food. And I am still not bulky. To actually get the kind of bulk most people fear, you would need: It does not happen by accident. It takes years of intentional effort. Protein will not make you bulky. It will help you build lean muscle, recover faster, and feel fuller longer. TIP: If you are avoiding protein or resistance training because you are afraid of getting too muscular, you can let that fear go. It is not how the body works. |
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A 1-minute, Monday-Friday email, to help busy professionals move more, eat better, and think clearer.
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