How much protein should I eat daily to support muscle growth?

Aim for roughly 1.6–2.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day, spread across meals.

Do I need a calorie surplus to build muscle?

A small calorie surplus generally supports faster muscle gain, though beginners and people with higher body fat may gain muscle near maintenance.

When should I eat protein around a workout?

Consume a protein-rich meal within a few hours before or after training; total daily protein intake matters most.

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Free online course Nutrition for muscle growth

Duration of the online course: 35 minutes

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Build lean muscle with smarter nutrition—free online course on protein, calories, and meal timing, plus a certificate option to boost your fitness skills.

In this free course, learn about

Muscle growth fundamentals: progressive overload, surplus calories, and protein needs
How to set calorie targets for bulking vs recomposition and adjust based on results
Daily protein intake ranges and per-meal protein distribution for muscle protein synthesis
Carb and fat roles in training performance, hormones, and recovery; practical macro splits
Nutrient timing basics: pre/post-workout meals, leucine threshold, and meal frequency
How to choose high-quality protein sources and build simple muscle-building meal plans
Rate of weight gain targets to maximize lean mass and minimize fat gain
Common beginner nutrition mistakes and how to track intake and progress effectively
Supplement basics for muscle gain (e.g., creatine, whey) and what’s not worth it

About the free online course

If you want to gain muscle, your training matters—but your nutrition can be the difference between slow progress and visible results. This free online course helps you understand how to eat for muscle growth in a practical, beginner-friendly way, so you can stop guessing and start fueling your body with a clear plan.

You will learn how muscle-building nutrition really works: how to set an effective calorie target, why protein quality and total intake are essential, and how carbohydrates and fats support performance, recovery, and consistent strength gains. The goal is to help you make decisions you can apply immediately—whether you are starting your first gym routine or trying to break through a plateau without relying on confusing advice.

Rather than pushing extreme bulking or strict rules you cannot maintain, the course focuses on sustainable habits that fit real life. You will understand how to organize meals around your schedule, how to think about timing without obsessing, and how to adjust your intake as your bodyweight and training demands change. You will also gain a clearer view of what progress should look like over time, so you can stay patient, track the right signals, and avoid common mistakes that waste effort.

Because it sits at the intersection of Health and Nutrition and weight loss, this course is also valuable if you want to build muscle while staying lean, improving body composition, or managing your appetite more effectively. By the end, you should feel confident reading your own routine and nutrition choices and making smart tweaks based on goals, consistency, and results. Complete it to strengthen your fitness foundation and build a nutrition strategy you can actually stick with.

Course content

Video class: Muscle Growth Nutrition for Beginners | Detailed Guide (ft. Jeff Nippard) 35m

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