Lean muscle mass - Renew Vitality Clinic

What is Lean Muscle Mass?

Lean muscle mass refers to the weight of your muscles without including fat or bone mass. It's the calorie-burning, metabolism-boosting muscle tissue that contributes to strength and overall health.

Having a higher percentage of lean muscle mass offers numerous benefits. It increases your resting metabolic rate, meaning you burn more calories at rest. It also improves strength, endurance, and fitness, making daily activities easier and reducing injury risk.

Building lean muscle doesn't require becoming a bodybuilder. It's about achieving a toned, strong, and healthy physique. Increasing lean muscle mass involves a two-pronged approach:

1. Resistance training: This includes weightlifting, bodyweight exercises, or resistance bands – any activity that makes your muscles work against resistance. Gradually increase intensity over time to stimulate muscle growth.
2. Proper nutrition: Adequate protein intake is crucial for muscle repair and growth. Aim for sufficient protein and calories to support muscle growth. A general guideline suggests 0.5-0.8 grams of protein per pound of body weight.

Increasing lean muscle mass benefits people of all ages, genders, and fitness levels:

• Improved posture and balance
• Increased bone density (reducing osteoporosis risk)
• Enhanced confidence and body image
• Greater stamina for daily activities

The metabolic boost from increased lean muscle mass makes your body a more efficient calorie-burning machine, even when resting.

Lean muscle mass is key to a stronger, healthier body. Anyone can benefit from increased lean mass with the right approach. Start with basic resistance training and focus on sufficient protein intake to experience the positive effects.