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You Can’t Skip Meals & Expect Gains: Eat More To Build Muscle
For years, the health and fitness world has perpetuated the idea that “eating less and exercising more” is the holy grail for achieving a lean, strong physique. Abbie Smith-Ryan, Ph.D., a leading researcher in the field of metabolism, sports nutrition, and exercise performance, is here to tell you that this approach is outdated—and counterproductive.
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