Recomp, Maingain, or Bulk: What's Best for Building Muscle?

<p>We explore the different strategies for building muscle—recomp, main‑gaining, and bulking—and how they fit various goals and body types. We also break down how to set calorie targets for these approaches and why a conservative deficit can still support muscle growth.</p><p>🔗 <a href="https://optimizemenutrition.com/podcast/maingain" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Get full show notes</a></p><p>GET STARTED WITH THE THREE PILLARS METHOD</p><p>· <a href="https://agoodnutritionbook.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read A Good Nutrition Book</a></p><p>· <a href="https://threepillarsmethod.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">DIY with the app</a></p><p>· <a href="https://optimizemenutrition.com/accelerator/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">10-Week Accelerator with EC</a></p><p>· <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe46Ef7U54Pfkh40llKamD1eq2cx1aNB80UAvBplX2aF6OHpQ/viewform" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Apply for 1:1 Coaching</a></p><p>· <a href="https://optimizemenutrition.com/masterclasscoaches/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Coaches Masterclass</a></p><p>ABOUT THE SHOW</p><p>The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives.</p><p>ABOUT US</p><p>📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She&#39;s the founder of <a href="https://optimizemenutrition.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">OptimizeMe Nutrition</a> and the creator of the <a href="https://optimizemenutrition.com/800g/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">#800gChallenge®</a>. Find her on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/optimizemenutrition/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">social media</a>.</p><p>📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DLTBRWRB" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">kid&#39;s book writer</a>, and podcaster. Find him on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pscummings" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">social media</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://optimizemenutrition.com/disclaimer/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Full Disclaimer</a></p>