Maybe this marks me out as a #curmudgeon , but if you post a link to an obvious "listicle" without adding anything of substance of your own, not only will I not visit the #listicle, I may mute you entirely.

It's not personal. I just hate, with the heat of a thousand dying suns, the information sphere's equivalent of empty calories. We used to make fun of information-lite news like USA Today, but that stuff from decades ago would compare favourably to a lot of big-city newspapers' websites these days.

You *can* read deeper content. I *believe* in you.

#EmptyCalories #information #InformationSphere #JunkFood #JunkInfo #JunkContent #InformationLite #PetPeeve #peeve #grumpy #GrumpyOldMan #content

Minimizing fat gain during bulking is essential for achieving a leaner, more muscular physique while maintaining long-term health. 📉

🥗 Adopt a Modest Caloric Surplus

💪 Prioritize Strength Training

🍖 Optimize Protein Intake

🧁 Limit Empty Calories

🏃 Incorporate Cardiovascular Exercise

#fatgain #bulking #musclegain #hypertrophy #caloricsurplus #strengthtraining #proteinintake #emptycalories #cardio #cardioworkout #onlinecoach #onlinepersonaltrainer

How Alcohol Effects Muscle Gain 🍺

The relationship between muscle gain and alcohol is important because alcohol can significantly impact the effectiveness of muscle-building efforts.

Reduces Protein Synthesis 📉

Lowers Testosterone Levels 📉

Increases Cortisol Levels 📈

#alcohol #musclegain #musclebuilding #proteinsynthesis #testosterone #cortisol #recovery #performance #emptycalories #onlinecoach #onlinepersonaltrainer

👉 Alcoholic beverages are often high in calories but low in nutrients, potentially leading to weight gain and excess body fat, which can interfere with muscle gain goals.

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#alcohol #musclegain #goals #proteinsynthesis #nutrient #absorption #diuretic #dehydration #sleep #sleepproblems #emptycalories #onlinecoach

As I walked by the kitchen cupboard I grabbed a handful of chips. Then I put them back and proceeded to grab a handful of different chips

I did this because I have self control. I only stuff my face with food one handful at a time.

#EmptyCalories #MassiveDiscipline #SlightSarcasm