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What kind of exercise routine should i follow if i want to gain muscle size as well and gain considerable stamina?

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Dr. James Henning answered

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Gaining size: In general, requires lifting heavy, eating a lot, and resting enough. Endurance work will improve with muscle gains in any event. Sprints in which spurts of intense work is combined with low impact activity create endurance gains. A combination of these two exercise approaches will accomplish both goals. Good luck!

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