Starting roughly in your 30s, your body starts losing muscle mass every year. This isn’t a cosmetic problem—it’s a quality of life issue. Less muscle means lower strength, reduced mobility, slower metabolism, and a higher risk of injury and chronic illness. Muscle isn’t optional; it’s essential if you want to keep living actively and fiercely. All it takes is&nbsp;just commitment and the right moves. So, how do you build muscle? And how do you do it right, especially if fat is more of your story right now? Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the .    The Core: Muscle Comes From Protein and Stimulus Muscle growth relies on two things—breaking down muscle fibers through resistance training and feeding those fibers the right nutrients to repair and grow stronger. Protein is your raw material. Without enough protein, your efforts at the gym or with bodyweight moves won’t yield results. What Nutrition Builds Muscle? Nothing magical here—it’s about enough quality protein, combined with balanced carbs and fats.  Protein:&nbsp;Aim for about 1.2 to 2.0 grams per kilogram of body weight daily, depending on your training intensity. Sources like lean meats, fish, eggs, dairy, legumes, and protein powders work. Carbs:&nbsp;Don’t fear carbs—they fuel your workouts and recovery. Think whole grains, fruits, and veggies. Fats:&nbsp;Healthy fats support hormones that regulate muscle growth—avocados, nuts, seeds, olive oil.  Fat Loss and Muscle Gain: How Do You Shift the Ratio? First, fat does not directly turn into muscle. That’s science fiction. What actually happens is you lose fat and gain muscle separately. The key principle is body recomposition:  Caloric balance:&nbsp;To lose fat, you need a slight calorie deficit. But to gain muscle, you need enough nutrients. The trick is cycling your calories and macros strategically. Training:&nbsp;Resistance training is your fat-burning, muscle-building engine. Patience: Fat loss and muscle gain happen on different timelines. Focus on consistency over quick fixes.  The K.I.S.S. ~ Commit and move!   What are you doing now? In order to make a change, you need to know where you are starting from. All too often, we get stuck in the outcome and forget the importance of knowing what is and what is not!  Where to Start? The 3 Focus Areas That Actually Move the Needle   Move with Purpose Build muscle by engaging in resistance training 3–4 times a week. It doesn’t require a gym membership; bodyweight exercises, resistance bands, or weights at home work fine. Focus on compound movements that hit multiple muscle groups—think squats, push-ups, rows, and deadlifts.   Eat Enough Protein, Regularly Make protein your main priority at every meal. Don’t just “eat clean”—eat smart. Spread your protein intake throughout the day to fuel muscle repair and growth.   Track Progress, Adjust, Repeat Don’t guess. Track your training, nutrition, and body changes. If you’re not gaining strength and muscle or losing fat, you need to adjust your meals, workouts, or recovery. Consistency and feedback beats motivation every time.    Bottom line: Muscle loss isn’t inevitable—it’s a choice you get to refuse. Build strength, fuel your body, and reclaim your quality of life. No fluff, no shortcuts—just commitment and the right moves. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   &nbsp; #WellnessWednesday #CreateYourNow #HealthAndWellness 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the .   &nbsp;- This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. () 🙏&nbsp;  on Pray.com () 🎥&nbsp;  on YouTube () 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶&nbsp;  () ✍️&nbsp; &nbsp; Instagram   Twitter   Facebook   &nbsp; Cover Art by&nbsp; Photo by  &nbsp; Music by&nbsp;&nbsp;- Overcomer  Song ID: 68209...

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