But it’s a statement he hears a lot, particularly from people who have taken a long break from exercise. Muscle and fat are distinct. He thinks the confusion comes from what happens when we stop exercising – particularly resistance training.
We may begin to lose some of the muscle we built through training. And if we continue eating the same amount while exercising less, we may end up with an energy surplus, which can lead to an increase in body fat. What we eat during an exercise break can also influence how much muscle and fat mass we gain or lose.
Breen recommends keeping protein intake high while slightly reducing calorie intake. Ultimately, our bodies are constantly changing, and small fluctuations in muscle and fat mass during breaks in our training are generally normal.
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