Lean muscle mass - Revive Hormone Specialists

Lean muscle mass refers to the amount of muscle on the body devoid of excess fat. Having an optimal amount of lean muscle provides numerous health and aesthetic benefits. Let's explore what exactly it is and why it matters:

What is Lean Muscle Mass?

The muscles under your skin that allow movement and provide shape/contour are considered skeletal muscles. Lean muscle comprises the majority of skeletal muscle. It contains very little fat or water weight.

Some key attributes of lean muscle include:

• Composed of long cells called muscle fibers
• Allows voluntary movement and control
• Burns more calories than fat, even at rest
• Metabolically active tissue that supports calorie expenditure

Too much body fat and not enough muscle leads to a "skinny fat" appearance. Maintaining lean muscle percentage allows you to look toned and avoid this.

Why Lean Muscle Matters

Building and preserving lean muscle provides excellent benefits:

• Increases Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR): Muscle burns more calories than fat while idle. Higher RMR equates to faster fat loss over time and better body composition.
• Augments Strength and Performance: More lean mass equals greater force capacity before fatigue sets in. This enhances athleticism and activities of daily living.
• Supports Long-Term Health: Muscle plays essential roles in stabilizing joints, controlling blood sugar, boosting immunity, and fighting diseases.

Struggling to gain or maintain lean muscle? The expert physicians at Revive Hormone Specialists offer advanced hormone testing and cutting-edge therapies to help patients optimize muscle health and function.

How To Maximize Lean Muscle

Follow these key evidence-based tips:

• Lift Weights: Progressive resistance training stimulates muscle protein synthesis better than any other exercise. Follow a structured strength program hitting each major muscle 2-3x/week.
• Consume Enough Protein: Shoot for 0.5-1 gram of protein per pound of body weight daily to supply muscles with amino acids. Include a portion with each meal/snack.
• Rest and Recover Properly: Muscles grow and strengthen during downtime between training sessions. Prioritize sleep, stress management, and avoidance of overtraining.

The board-certified medical providers at Revive Hormone Specialists use an integrative approach to help patients individualize nutrition, training, and lifestyle factors to maximize lean body mass and function.

Hopefully this breakdown gives you a good overview of why lean muscle mass matters and how to support yours! Let me know if you have any other questions.