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Lost of Muscle mass

ccbb Posts: 30 Joined: 2003/01/30	2003/08/02, 12:15 PM Is it true that both stress and lack of protein will result in lost of muscle mass?
rev8ball Posts: 3,081 Joined: 2001/12/27	2003/08/02, 12:34 PM Generally, they can. -------------- Michael "Trample the weak; hurdle the dead!"
bb1fit Posts: 11,105 Joined: 2001/06/30	2003/08/02, 01:18 PM Rev is more than correct. Stres can be a killer when it comes to lean mass.Stress can be the leading cause of bodyfat accumulation! A bit of scientific explanation is stress prompts the release of a hormonal cascade that is intended to serve as a protection mechanism. Cortisol is the primary measure of stress, and cortisol is the exact opposite of what we want and will devour proteins(muscle). Stess will severely interfere with your ability to gain muscle and lose bodyfat. Stess cycle is also responsible for increasing appetite and creating cravings for junk food. Elevated stress levels aslo negatively affect energy levels, mood, immune system function and sex drive. -------------- Great people never want it easier, they just want to be better! Ron
ccbb Posts: 30 Joined: 2003/01/30	2003/08/02, 07:59 PM Thanks bb1.