Body Recomposition

Definition

Simultaneously gaining muscle while losing fat. Basically a fitness unicorn that happens mostly to beginners and returning athletes.

Example Usage

New lifters can achieve body recomposition in their first 6-12 months.

Origin

Modern fitness terminology, recognized in body composition research

Fun Fact

Body recomposition is easiest when returning to training after a break, called the 'muscle memory effect'

Source: Sports Nutrition and Training Science

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The state of being impressively muscular, derived from "swollen" because your muscles are so big they look like they're having an allergic reaction to being normal-sized. It's the ultimate gym compliment and the reason some people can't cross their arms anymore.

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Bench Press

The king of gym exercises and the first thing every guy learns so he can answer the inevitable "how much do you bench?" question at parties. It's a chest exercise that somehow became the universal measurement of human worth.

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contractions

In the fitness world, when your muscles shorten and tighten during use, proving they're actually doing something besides just existing on your body. In the medical world, it's what pregnant people experience when their uterus is preparing to evict its tenant. Either way, it's your body's way of squeezing things really hard for a purpose.

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elimination

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Advanced

blood lactate

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