When it comes to building muscle and adding size to your frame, your muscle building diet is going to be the most important factor that you have to get right. Because simply put, when you implement a proper diet to build muscle, it will enable you to perform that much better in the gym and physically recover and progress that much faster. However, the unfortunate part is that most people are completely lost with what a diet to gain muscle should look like and what the best foods to eat for muscle gain really are. Luckily, in this video we’ll cover exactly what the best diet to gain muscle really is and how to eat for muscle growth. Towards the end of the video, I’ll also provide a muscle building meal plan that you can get started with right away. Enjoy!
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The best way to build muscle is by lifting weights. Not only does it build muscles, but it also boosts your mood. A larger set of muscles also gives you more force when you use them.
To build muscle you must eat well. A plant based diet will help you get the most out of your workout. Animal based diets are lacking in many nutrients. For example, they are deficient in potassium, folate, and vitamin C.
A plant based diet will also be more efficient in using energy. One study found that a high nitrates plant improved the efficiency of the bench press by 19%.
Getting enough protein in your diet will also help you build new muscles. There are two types of proteins used in the human body. The branched chain amino acids and the peptides. Most athletes require between 1.2 and 2.0 grams of protein per kilogram of bodyweight.
In the quest to find the best diet for you, be sure to include a wide variety of foods. You want to be able to digest the protein you eat. Some of the tastier options include beans, lentils, and quinoa. Also be sure to look out for nuts, fruits, and vegetables.
Lastly, make sure to get some form of cardio into your weekly routine. This will improve your heart, lung, and cardiovascular health. It will also burn calories, and is better than sitting around doing nothing.
Strength training is also a must for your overall health. It will boost your metabolism for several hours after you finish your workout.
