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How to Cut After Bulking (Without Losing Muscle)

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So, you’ve had your last orange juice and tuna shake (yes, that is a thing – YouTube “Brian Shaw”), and it’s finally time to cut! But how do you cut after bulking without risking your gains?

Well, to cut after bulking without losing muscle mass, it’ll depend on how much fat you currently have. It’ll also depend on your genetics and your overall goal.

Now, yes, that might sound like I’m dodging the question. So keep reading, and let me explain what I mean!

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How to Deadlift for Hypertrophy and Muscle Growth

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The deadlift is known as the King of Lifts. Known for being the one that makes you feel the best, makes your mom the most nervous, and makes old people complain about the noise – even though they can’t hear their kids on the phone.

The deadlift can be used for hypertrophy and muscle growth, but here’s a little secret for you… It’s not the best hip hinge exercise for those. Let me show you why.

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How Many Chin-Ups Should I Be Able to Do? (The Truth)

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The chin-up – not quite as hard as a pull-up but still pretty taxing nonetheless. These remain one of the yardsticks of fitness and health, and the number of chin-ups you should be able to do differs significantly from one person to the next.

However, there is some correlation between the amount you can do and your health. So let’s examine why they’re so important and how many you should be able to crank out.

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Is 6 Hours of Sleep Enough to Build Muscle? (Hard Truth)

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You work 12 hours a day. Then, you have to spend 1-hour cooking, 2 hours eating, and at least 30 minutes watching videos of CBum. Maybe you might get 6 hours of sleep – or 7 if you’re lucky.

The truth is, 6 hours will never be enough sleep to build muscle efficiently. It can be done, but it’s like baking a cake for 400 minutes at 80 degrees – it’s just plain stupid.

But let’s talk more about why it’s not enough!

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When to Stop Bulking And Starting Cutting (Truth)

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I’ve been there – you look down, and you’re not sure where your quads end and knees begin… Is that an ab, or is this just good lighting?

The truth is when you stop bulking and start cutting depends completely on your training age and genetics.

But to really give you the best answer, allow me to first explain how to make the most of each period and when to switch.

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13 Healthy vs. Unhealthy Food Statistics (Facts & Costs)

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Each day, we’re bombarded with both fast food advertisements and reminders that health should always be our number one priority.

With rising inflation, unemployment, and general costs of living, food costs have also taken a hit. Let’s look at some statistics about healthy food vs. unhealthy food to see how you can make the most of your salary this month.

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12 Physical Education Facts, Data, & Statistics

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Physical education is a vital part of childhood development. While many are eager to say that physical education has been lost to time, in a world still relying on people working with their hands in specific industries, they need to be physically developed.

Now, let’s take an in-depth look at 12 physical education facts, data, and statistics.

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Time-Volume Training Review: Is It a Scam?

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Perhaps you aren’t the type of person that’s driven by heavyweights – we can’t all be Ronnie Coleman, after all! Or, maybe you want something a bit different because your joints can’t keep up with a 22-plate leg press anymore.

The Time Volume Training designed by Nick Nilsson seems to be the next viable option … or is it a scam?

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Isometrics Mass Review: Does it Really Build Muscle?

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Maybe you don’t like lifting heavy. Maybe you don’t like the idea of chasing a pump or chasing personal bests. Maybe you’re just too busy to spend 45 minutes per day in the gym.

I understand that. Fitness instructor Alby Gonzalez says he has the perfect solution – dating back to the 1930s… Seems a bit too good to be true.

Let’s find out.

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Jeff Nippard Powerbuilding System [Review]

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Ask any powerlifter or bodybuilder to train with the other, and you’ll be met with groans. Their training will differ vastly from one another, but what if it didn’t have to?

What if you could get the best of both worlds – abs and a 500lbs deadlift? Let’s see what Jeff Nippard’s Powerbuilding System is all about.

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