When should you feed your muscles?
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Muscle growth is achieved when protein synthetic rates exceed protein degradation. Muscle protein synthesis is increased between 4 and 24 hours after training, therefore, from inference, bodybuilders should consume their dietary proteins within this period to increase muscle mass.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1997
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The turtle & the hare
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Dietary proteins have a varying metabolism rate and the body's speed of absorbing amino acids can influence how muscle mass is gained. Whey protein is easily emptied from the stomach whereas casein is slowly absorbed and tends to clot in the stomach.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1998
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The keys to gaining weight
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Body weight can be gained through adequate consumption of carbohydrates, proteins and periodized training. Muscle mass for untrained individuals is boosted by higher intake of calories and a regular training program.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1997
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