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What's the doctor's recommendation to increase muscle mass?

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Dr. Jonathan Kirschner answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Exercise: Lift weights, consume lean protein like fish, chicken, legumes. Stick with heavier weights, do 6-8 reps, 3-5 sets per exercise.

Answered 9/5/2013

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