15 Questions
During extended weight loss cycles, what typically happens to lean muscle mass?
It decreases
What is the purpose of calorie cycling during weight loss journeys?
To bypass homeostatic adaptations
What is the recommended approach for maximizing recomposition (fat loss and muscle gain at the same time)?
Shorter diet cycles
What is a key benefit of implementing diet cycling?
Maximizing body recomposition
What is the classic cycle diet mentioned in the text?
A diet that allows refeed meals on weekends
What is the inverted muscle-building cycle diet good for?
Adding lean muscle mass while minimizing fat gain
Which group in the clinical studies lost a higher percentage of fat to lean tissue ratio?
The group that used alternate-day fasts
Which strategy is recommended for people who want to stay in shape all year long and have a great lifestyle?
The Classic Cycle Diet
What is the net weekly calorie deficit for the Weekly Recomposition Cycle method?
2,000 calories
Which type of diet cycling did Vince Gironda use with his clients?
Cycling between Keto/Carnivore and Plant-Based
What is the purpose of fasting in the Inverted Muscle-Building Cycle Diet?
To increase growth hormone release and spare muscles
What is metabolic flexibility?
The ability to shift fuel sources between carbs and fats
According to Matt, what is the benefit of doing carb refeeds even for those who want to be in ketosis?
To prevent weak carb-burning capabilities
What is the net weekly calorie surplus in the first strategy mentioned?
500 a week
What did cavemen have muscles for, according to the text?
Hunting food
Test your knowledge about the Classic Cycle Diet and learn how to stay lean with alternate-day fasts and steady daily caloric restrictions. Discover the percentage of fat and lean tissue lost in each group and understand the benefits of this diet for weight loss.
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