Health claim

“Training in a fasted state does not impair strength gains if total protein and calories are met during the feeding window.”

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Evidence Summary

Multiple well-designed studies consistently support this claim.

Studies show comparable strength adaptations between fasted and fed training when total daily nutrients are matched.

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4 Hacks for Maximizing Muscle Growth While Intermittent Fasting | Jim Stoppani

Bodybuilding.com

The video offers four practical strategies to support muscle growth while practicing intermittent fasting, focusing on timing, nutrition, and training adjustments.

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Training in a fasted state does not impair strength gains if total protein and calories are met during the feeding window. — Evidence Review — MenHealth Digest