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A member asked:

What to do if i play tennis almost everyday, and i workout 4-5 times a week.. will this ruin my muscle gains?

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Dr. Jeffrey Sider answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Not really: I think that you want to have muscles, but not bulky ones. I think if you work out three times a week and play tennis on the other days, you will be fine. As you get older, it's more important to have a good strong heart and lungs than just big muscles.

Dr Munshower and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2014

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