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I am overweight and and i work out. need help to gain muscle and lose weight at the same time?

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That requires: Eating less than you burn off -- 3500 calories to the pound, while doing sufficient exercise to gain the muscle you desire. See a registered dietitian and consider an exercise physiologist or personal trainer if you need them.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/11/2023

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