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Training and Dietary FAQs

Discover Musashi's Training and Dietary FAQs! Get answers to your questions about nutrition, supplementation, and training tips to optimise your performance and achieve your fitness goals.

How often should I train?

Wondering how often you should train? Discover tailored training recommendations for all experience levels with Musashi! Start your fitness journey today. For questions, email [email protected].

When should I train?

Discover the best times for your fitness goals with Musashi! Morning sessions can boost fat burning, while evenings are ideal for endurance and strength. For questions, email [email protected].

Can you gain lean muscle while cutting?

Learn how to gain lean muscle while cutting body fat! With a balanced approach of resistance training, cardio, and a high-protein diet, you can achieve both goals. For inquiries, email [email protected].

Is it alright to train on an empty stomach?

Training on an empty stomach can enhance fat burning but may hinder performance. Eating before exercise provides vital nutrients for better energy, strength, and endurance. For inquiries, email [email protected].

How do I reduce muscle soreness?

Reduce muscle soreness with effective recovery strategies! Include warm downs, stretching, and high-quality protein after exercise. Explore methods like ice baths and BCAAs. For inquiries, email [email protected].

Why train to failure?

Training to failure means pushing an exercise until you can't complete another rep, creating metabolic stress for muscle growth. Use this method wisely, as it requires longer recovery. For inquiries, email [email protected].

What is periodisation?

Periodisation breaks long-term goals into manageable phases, adjusting exercise volume, intensity, and type. It includes macro, meso, and micro cycles for effective training. For inquiries, email [email protected].

What are plyometrics?

Discover the benefits of plyometrics! These explosive movements enhance force production and power in your workouts. Learn how plyometrics can elevate your performance in various sports. For inquiries, email [email protected].

Why stretch?

Discover why stretching is crucial for your fitness routine! It enhances flexibility, joint stability, and muscle balance, while also aiding recovery and reducing injury risk. Learn more by reading the link!

Should I train cardio or weights first?

Deciding whether to do cardio or weights first? It depends on your goals! Lift weights before cardio for fat loss, do cardio first for endurance, and start with weights for strength. Learn more in the link!

What is volume?

Learn about volume in resistance training! It measures output by multiplying reps, sets, and weight lifted, serving as a benchmark for tracking performance. Discover more in the link! For inquiries, email [email protected].

What is hypertrophy?

Unlock the secrets of hypertrophy—building muscle size! Focus on lighter weights and higher reps to maximise your gains. Start your journey to a stronger you! For inquiries, email [email protected].

When and why should I consume carbs?

Learn when and why to consume carbs! They're essential for energy, performance, and recovery. Fuel up before and after training for optimal results. Elevate your nutrition journey! For inquiries, email [email protected].

What are the benefits of consuming caffeine before exercise?

Boost your workout with caffeine! It energises, fights fatigue and enhances performance. Try Musashi Energy or Pre-Workout for extra focus and endurance. Transform your training today!

How much protein should I consume each day?

Maximise your results by consuming 2g of protein per kg of bodyweight daily! For instance, an 80kg person should aim for 160g. Fuel your training and reach your goals! For inquiries, email [email protected].

Why plant protein?

Unlock the power of plant protein! Sourced from chia, pea, and rice, it’s sustainable and offers great health benefits. Try Musashi Plant Protein Powder for a complete boost. Fuel your journey! Email [email protected]

What is a safe age to start taking supplements?

Curious about the right age to start taking supplements? While Musashi suggests waiting until 16, find out more about safe options and recommendations. Empower your fitness journey today!

What are the different types of protein and how do they differ?

Explore the different types of protein! From whey and casein to plant-based options like pea and hemp, each offers unique benefits. Discover which protein suits your needs best! For inquiries, email [email protected].

How are protein powders made?

Curious about how protein powders are made? Learn about concentrates, which retain beneficial peptides, and isolates, with higher protein content and faster digestion. Discover the best choice for you! For inquiries, email [email protected]

What is a good nutrition plan?

Seeking a good nutrition plan? Discover how an optimal plan supports your goals and complements your training. Find one that fits your lifestyle and helps you stay on track! For inquiries, email [email protected].

What is Keto?

The ketogenic diet is a low-carb, high-fat diet that encourages the body to burn fat instead of carbohydrates. This occurs when the body is unable to rely on glucose that is available in carbs, and rather relies on ketone bodies, a type of fuel that

What are amino acids?

Amino acids are organic compounds that contain amino and carboxylic acid. They are the building blocks of protein, and are essentially how protein exists outside of a food state. There are nine essential amino acids, which must be consumed for the bo

What is the best source of protein?

Based on measures of gram of protein per 100g, and the amino acid profile – Whey protein is the most superior form of protein for building muscle and improving performance. Dairy proteins such as whey and casein are well researched and have a complet

What makes a good pre-workout?

A good pre-workout, supports focus, muscle function and blood flow during exercise. An optimal pre-workout does not just rely on caffeine to provide a short-term energy boost, but includes other ingredients to support focus, endurance and recovery. F