Hi Everyone,
I am curious what is the exact science of losing fat, but still gaining muscle.
Tom Venuto explained this in his book "The Holy Grail." But I would love more science and discussion.
1. I am almost 40 years old, completely detrained, about 30% bodyfat, etc.
If I suddenly did a 2000 calorie diet, 200 grams of that high quality protein, and pumped iron hard 3-4x a week, I would almost surely lost fat while also gaining muscle and strength.
2. Laypeople could clearly explain that:
"You are just getting back to levels you once were."
3. What is the deeper scientific reason?
I am curious what is the exact science of losing fat, but still gaining muscle.
Tom Venuto explained this in his book "The Holy Grail." But I would love more science and discussion.
1. I am almost 40 years old, completely detrained, about 30% bodyfat, etc.
If I suddenly did a 2000 calorie diet, 200 grams of that high quality protein, and pumped iron hard 3-4x a week, I would almost surely lost fat while also gaining muscle and strength.
2. Laypeople could clearly explain that:
"You are just getting back to levels you once were."
3. What is the deeper scientific reason?
- Nerve pathways re-connecting = strength going up
- Satellite cells restimulated = more muscle hypertrophy
- Positive nitrogen balance + caloric deficit = muscle retained while fat is lost