Building Muscle 101: Everything You Need to Know About a Build Phase

Building muscle takes more than just eating more and lifting weights. In this episode, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about going through a build phase — what it actually is, how to know if you’re ready for one, and the mistakes that can leave you gaining way more body fat than muscle. We talk about how long a build should actually last, how quickly you should be gaining, what your nutrition and training should look like, whether you still need cardio, and why you might NOT need a build yet. Plus, we get into the mental side of watching the scale go up, feeling a little softer, and why committing to the process long enough is so important if you actually want to see a difference. If you’ve ever wondered, “Should I be building right now?” — this one’s for you. Follow Life Between Lifts on Instagram @lifebetweenlifts for more fitness, nutrition, and real-life yap sessions. Stay strong, stay sane, see you next Tuesday. 🤍