30 Seconds SummaryWhy Massing is Beneficial
- Massing involves intentionally gaining muscle mass through increased calorie intake and is often overlooked but has significant benefits.
- Muscle mass increases metabolism, meaning you burn more calories even at rest, which combats natural metabolic slowdown with age.
- Massing leads to better muscle definition, strength, and overall physique, contrasting with the common fear of becoming 'too bulky'.
- Health benefits of gaining muscle include improved bone density, joint strength, and reduced risk of osteoporosis.
- While massing does result in some temporary fat gain, it's manageable and followed by phases of maintenance and cutting to achieve a leaner physique.
- Massing phases should be strategically timed, considering personal schedules and goals, such as upcoming events or seasons.
- Despite temporary decreases in definition, strategic massing followed by maintenance and cutting phases leads to significant long-term gains in muscle and overall fitness.
Renaissance Periodization
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