By Ada Kohli
Published May 15, 2023

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

How To Gain Muscle While Losing Fat

From enhancing your protein intake to exercising regularly, there are a few ways you can gain muscle mass while losing weight

Here are a few healthy ways to gain muscle mass while losing weight

Protein intake

Essential for muscle gain and tissue repair, consuming foods rich in protein keeps you satiated which helps in optimal fat loss

Moderate calorie restrictions

In order to lose weight, people set excessive calorie restrictions. This, however, leads to losing muscle mass. Keep moderate calorie restrictions to avoid muscle loss

Unsaturated fats

Unsaturated fats aid in muscle building, provide energy to your muscles and promote weight loss. Foods like olives, avocados, and chia seeds contain unsaturated fats

Regular exercise

Regular exercise enhances fat loss over muscle loss. Weight training is a great way to lose fat while gaining muscle mass