How much of a calorie surplus is right for muscle gain? The truth about not building muscle if you eat too little, and only gaining fat if you eat too much.
During a muscle-gaining phase, a daily caloric surplus of 300 to 500 calories is sufficient, coupled with adequate protein and progressive overload. Dirty bulking will only lead to a rapid increase in fat; eating more does not equate to gaining more muscle.
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What's the most important factor for muscle gain? Protein, calories, or sleep – which comes first?
The three conditions for muscle gain—training, nutrition, and recovery—are all indispensable. However, training is the fundamental prerequisite for triggering muscle growth. Without sufficient quality training stimuli, no amount of protein or sleep can make muscles grow out of thin air.
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