30 Seconds SummaryHow much does cutting influence muscle growth and strength gains?
- Cutting reduces muscle growth but does not affect strength development, compared to bulking.
- Muscle growth is possible in energy deficit, although gains are generally smaller than during bulking.
- Smart fitness programming plays a crucial role in achieving muscle growth during energy deficit.
- Age and sex do not significantly impact muscle growth rates, debunking common misconceptions.
- Strength gains are largely attributed to neural improvements, which are less impacted by energy balance.
- Higher BMI negatively influences muscle growth, possibly due to anabolic resistance or the advanced status of more muscular individuals.
- Being in an energy deficit mostly impairs muscle growth but doesn't render it impossible, and strength gains are still achievable.
- A lack of strength development during cutting may indicate muscle loss.
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