Maximize Muscle Growth
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Which type of fats are associated with lower testosterone levels?

  • Monounsaturated fats
  • Saturated fats
  • Polyunsaturated fats (correct)
  • Trans fats

What is the role of cholesterol in testosterone production?

  • Cholesterol is converted into insulin
  • Cholesterol provides a backbone for testosterone (correct)
  • Cholesterol inhibits muscle growth
  • Cholesterol reduces testosterone levels

Which hormone ratio is an indicator of physical strain?

  • Testosterone-to-insulin ratio
  • Insulin-to-cortisol ratio
  • Growth hormone-to-IGF-1 ratio
  • Testosterone-to-cortisol ratio (correct)

Which type of supplementation can enhance aerobic capacity and decrease inflammatory response during a resistance training regimen?

<p>Arachidonic acid (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended target dose of arachidonic acid to be taken before a workout?

<p>1,500 mg (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fats should be avoided on a bodybuilding diet?

<p>Trans fat (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can affect the lean body mass measured on a DEXA scan?

<p>Fluctuations in hydration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can make you look worse in a picture even if your weight is staying the same?

<p>Fluctuations in water retention (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency for getting a DEXA scan to track progress?

<p>Monthly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key strategy for minimizing fat gain during muscle-building journeys?

<p>Increasing calorie intake by 300-500 calories above maintenance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of reverse calorie cycling during muscle-building phases?

<p>To maximize fat loss (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is fasting recommended during muscle-building phases?

<p>To improve insulin and leptin sensitivity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Ben Pakulski's 'Two-Inch Rule' for fat gain minimization?

<p>Measure your waist and start dieting when you've gained two inches. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the suggested fasting blood glucose goal to monitor metabolic health?

<p>Stay below 90. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended tool for body fat measurements according to the text?

<p>DEXA (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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