Bulk And Cut || How To MAINGAIN the RIGHT Way

[@taylorj.1628]

I'ma be honest, seeing your weight stay roughly the same but you're either getting stronger, getting leaner, or looking bigger, so cool

[@AirborneGeek]

Agree 100 percent...experiencing this right now :D

[@kingdas5796]

Ur weight will go up and bf will stay same...u gonna gain muscles.

[@NickNakelski]

@@kingdas5796 not true because if you gain more muscle your maintenance calories will go up. If you “main gain” that would mean you keep intake the same so your bf will also drop.

[@kingdas5796]

@@NickNakelski u still don't get it...with every pound of muscle u have to roughly add 20-30 extra calories...u keep on building muscle u have to eat just a extra to maintain the same bf...per 1 lbs of muscle will burn 20-30 extra calories

[@joshuajones3219]

@@NickNakelski obviously you will adjust your calorie intake as you build more muscle. The key is to eat at your body's maintenance, not eat the same amount if calories year round

[@Ali-kf5bd]

I'm maintaining my "dream physique" without difficulty, hunger or weakness BUT that's because my dream was already very modest and reasonable... I dont need to be absolutley shredded, I just want to be healthily lean and have people look at me and think "she looks pretty strong. I bet she lifts weights" .. and so far that's been fairly sustainable and makes me very happy :)

[@srleplay]

Biggest problem is people trying to justify their bad decisions. If you say "I ate 9 burgers because I really wanted to eat 9 burgers" you are less likely to do it again for some time but also you will probably feel a bit of guilty about it, but if you say "I ate 9 burgers because I am bulking and all Olympia guys do the same" it feels nicer but it's harder to stop doing it.

[@himjyotigoswami3027]

9 burgers? Probably the tummy exploded before the 10th.

[@Spazticspaz]

True, but it's always a struggle for me to eat. When I say I'm eating this for bulking, I MEAN IT! I'm super happy when I'm cutting because I dont have to bust my ass eating all this damn food.

[@domenicopellegrino2963]

I think that another problem is people trying to stay a lean as fitness models, maingaining happens when you are in the right bf% for you, that may be 9%, like for Coach, or 16% something, like for Igor of VP; if you cut to 5% you cannot expect to gain muscle while being that lean

[@azerjinn9160]

I eat a burger last week and felt horrible after

[@BridePat]

exactly how I think, when I do, go to McDonald's: "Imma get 3 BigMac's couse I'm high and want them and then get a little sick" xD

[@abbyrineer3253]

Dad I didn't even tag you in that post. I am so impressed that you found it. I'm finally getting to a body fat percentage that's maintainable for me! (Squat is only up to 105lbs haha)

[@marshimeak1972]

He was going to find it anyways. Anyways, keep up the great work Abby!👍👍

[@himjyotigoswami3027]

Perfect example...your example was very helpful.

[@maketcher1974]

You’ll get stronger. You have the dedication, strength and aesthetic follow dedication. Its awesome to see young people like you have the knowledge, drive, and dedication. 🥇

[@danacharshee6111]

Awesome job

[@abbyrineer3253]

@@marshimeak1972 Thanks!

[@karlinggard]

My bodyweight hasn't changed much since November, since I stopped losing weight (I used to be obese). My strength has continually gone up, and seeing my physique in the mirror is so satisfying these days.

[@garrettchristensen8074]

Good for you man. Doin the same myself.

[@likhayadiko6045]

Same for me

[@TheRugbyClubHQ]

Same mate

[@mariushager9983]

most people say as a natty you have to be in a slight surplus(definitely has its benefits) but i swear my chest has gotten so much bigger even though i ate at maintenance. after 3 years of lifting so no newbie gains

[@bagusnpradeksa3728]

Keep it up, man!

[@rachelfirst8621]

this may be small, but I really appreciate Greg using a woman for a case study! I feel like women can be underrepresented in the weight lifting community outside of being “skinny”

[@manasvegi4170]

@@holyfknsmokesigotmymoneyup why, just why

[@MochiB4mbi]

@@holyfknsmokesigotmymoneyup that was so unnecessary

[@fenster1142]

if you think women are underrepresented why dont you make videos and represent them ? or you want a man to do that for you as well. im not having a go at you just pointing something out. have a nice day

[@fenster1142]

@@holyfknsmokesigotmymoneyup grow up ya fool

[@whinecatto]

@@fenster1142 maybe because greg has audience and she doesn't

[@csutton6398]

I can deal with “padado” …. But garadge is just too much 🤣🤣🤣

[@TheTenCentStory]

That's what she said.

[@thanasis-_-]

@@TheTenCentStory ?

[@thanasis-_-]

I don't see anything wrong

[@cookingwithlouis5388]

@@TheTenCentStory lmao

[@kaisy8260]

LMAOO

[@Ak-uj5jr]

A good coach can change your body, a great coach can change your life. Changing the lives of us morons into circles. Thanks coach.

[@joevinith4537]

Brother I have one doubt can you clarify mee

[@Ak-uj5jr]

@@joevinith4537 sure

[@joevinith4537]

Brother coach greg told to eat 0.5 to 1gm of protein per body weight .. 0.5 when bulking and 1 when cutting ... I have 125 lbs of lean muscle mass and 156lbs is my weight so what should be my protein in can I take 0.7 to 0.8 per lbs of lean muscle mass

[@Ak-uj5jr]

@@joevinith4537 as you said 1 g/ lb of body weight would be optimal, in 4- 5 meals . Don’t confuse with lean mass . Also how long have you been working out

[@dogdude9491]

Maingain is not real. You are unfortunately being lied to because it is impossible to stay super shredded while putting on lots of mass. Greg is hurting lots of newbie lifters by giving them this false info.

[@TheTenCentStory]

OMG, Greg saying garage is worse than him saying potatoes. 😂😂😂😂😂

[@nycdapperdan]

Or drama

[@thenextlennon8411]

Damn it you beat me to it!! Faster then last time!!

[@roballister5269]

Where? What time ?

[@matankazaz6380]

Po da tos

[@HeliumFreak]

Yeah its like hes trying to say it the US way and the UK way at the same time

[@matttuttle6425]

Was left spinning my wheels for about two years when I started my fitness journey. Then I found Greg’s channel last year and it all made sense. I slowly lost weight, and now I’m at 12% bf and I’ve been able to maingain (been at 12% for 6 months and love how and what I eat!). The advice is legit! Slow and steady wins the race.

[@TheeEmperor]

Going on a bulk is like going on a cycle, you get stronger the more you take in, after you come off you get weaker and you feel like 💩

[@gravemind6536]

I can attest to this bulking is like a weird addictive trap. Its a cycle thats very hard to break.

[@thejourneyman8890]

@@gravemind6536 I feel like I can pretty much just add 10lbs (for reps) every week to my deadlift and squat bulking. I only go up like 15lbs in bodyweight though

[@celester.812]

vicious circle ⭕

[@dylanwhite334]

Went from 183 to 166 and got stronger

[@thejourneyman8890]

@@dylanwhite334 how long have you been lifting

[@youfirst6108]

Greg saying garage is why Greg is my favorite!!

[@557JNICKS]

Great advice. How many of us had to learn the hard lesson of bulking and getting too fat? Only to cut hard and lose any muscle you gained anyway

[@philipvista2429]

Guilty.

[@frankmarceliny5074]

Wow you are goofy as hell

[@TysonASMR]

Def done that more than once 😭😂

[@Anonymous77-s1s]

Or .more

[@thiagomotta777]

Fucking hell this comment section is full of idiots

[@AndyPresto75]

Maingaining works really well for me. The last 6 months my body fat has slightly decreased but I've added more muscle than ever before despite being 45. I mainly exercise for the mental health benefits so do heaps of cardio too, and considering that's probably counter-productive for muscle growth my gains are even more impressive. Thanks for another great vid coach.

[@antoniomassey1212]

I’ve been maingaining on accident but I’m having the same results it’s nice

[@matthewjackson8981]

Let's work together and get this noticed! Would love to see Greg talk about competition posing tips and tricks. I think a lot of other would too!

[@kairichardson2422]

Yes I’ve wanted this for so long

[@rossscarbro4602]

Agreed

[@Supernaturalman92]

He has made posing videos

[@Supernaturalman92]

Look at his older shir

[@Patrick-kn5gz]

fax

[@jackchristianspaltholz6510]

the video came just in time for me. Just got down from 155, after being 210 a year ago. Honestly, felt like shit for too long. Greg is literally out here saving lives.

[@manasvegi4170]

I really hope it's true cuz it's inspiring as hell.

[@mufasaescanor6404]

FACTS

[@ComboKingMC]

Congrats bro. In a similar position currently around 155lbs as well from 195lbs. Trying to keep building muscle and staying lean.

[@2Rugrats9597]

How tall are you?

[@peachcobbler641]

Man now you are my size haha

[@timn3933]

Greg, I appreciate how much work you put into this channel. All of these helpful videos have really changed my life from before I even knew you existed. You have made my life happier than last time. Thank you!

[@callgodthebarber4344]

I know right!!!

[@KevinRome23]

He just keeps dropping wisdom, I really appreciate content like this.

[@redpillthinking6043]

Too bad this is horrible advice.

[@SpongeBob5000_]

@@redpillthinking6043 What's good advice then?

[@uhtredofbebbanburg5493]

@@redpillthinking6043 Incredible argument

[@names116]

Greg is on a roll! Talked about the misconceptions with fats in the circle diet and then addressing how to properly maingain. Love this! Thanks Coach Greg!

[@redpillthinking6043]

He's wrong and is a moron.

[@fastlion4830]

@@redpillthinking6043 😂😂😂😂, you know better

[@julioloreto554]

I am only disappointed that I’ve found the “circle diet” at 47yrs old, I am looking better at 48 than when I was 18 or 28 or 38

[@bblevins]

Congrats for being an early bird. I didn't get started until I was 52. It's never too late.

[@westontassel4843]

The f⭕rever diet

[@Rajdweep]

So happy i found him at 20

[@julioloreto554]

@@bblevins indeed, it is never late to try harder than last time ☺️

[@WG-0]

@@Rajdweep same brother

[@Arikael_]

I'm glad Coach Greg mentioned anorexia because many people are anorexic and don't realize it I asked Coach Greg some time ago to talk about it because I'm anorexic and seeing this channel makes my situation a little worse I saw a video on this channel and it crossed my mind "oh my gosh I'm eating oil" I am happy to see this ❤️

[@aivilopana1735]

I was in anorexia recovery when I discovered this channel. Coach Greg made me realize that my fear foods (mostly carbs lol) were not bad, and that I should be eating them! His content also helped me see exercise as a reward again, not punishment. I will pray for you! Life is literally so cool now. You are capable of achieving your healthy goals!

[@Arikael_]

@@aivilopana1735 I started refeeding myself a few days before seeing this video because I saw Nick's strength and power video about him trying to be a natural bodybuilding as an anorexic I don't feel lean enough Anorexic always feels fat from seeing Lazar Angelov's abs and other fake natty I have been under eating all my life after refeeding a few days I feel more active I began to be able to synchronize my body movements that used to be so difficult I used to be depressed, weak, slow thinker, it is difficult to learn something that is easy for others now I am different as you say life is cool

[@aivilopana1735]

@@Arikael_ Exxxaccttlyyy! It is so good to hear that you are feeling better. I thought I was doomed to feel exhausted, foggy, weak, and numb for the rest of my life. God and family helped me through it. You rock! You are loved. At the end of the day, our bodies were designed to be vehicles and tools that help us live life. Their purpose is to function, not to look a certain way. They need to be taken care of. I will pray for you, if you don't mind. I also hope I haven't said anything here that will discourage you. Have a great day! :)

[@jessicamichels5091]

The world needs more of these videos. ♥️

[@dragonballdimension5185]

ok mom

[@Laila-ez3rk]

I love this video. This past summer I lost too much weight and was miserable. Having a six pack is not as good as it seems, especially as a woman, I had no period and I looked like I was doing. I had no energy to enjoy life and was constantly thinking about food. Since then, I've increased my weight and I feel so much better. Surprisingly, I'm way more confident in my body and I can lift so much better. Always do what's better for your health, not just aesthetics.

[@andrew30133]

you can 100% build muscle while losing fat, take it from me who was 340 lbs and now im 200 and been lifting hard the whole time. bench went from 115 lbs to 315 lbs. all while losing fat. its a real thing. specially for my obese brothers out there.

[@negativefx83]

That works when you are your weight and have a lot to lose (congrats by the way) - but for people with normally healthy bodyweight levels that have just a little bit of fat, the changes are not nearly as drastic. It completely makes more sense to put on some weight and cut. What Greg is saying is correct in general, but to me it makes more sense to gain then lose. Nothing wrong with that whatsoever.

[@tikiortaka]

It is completely different if you are overweight to begin with.

[@andrew30133]

@@tikiortaka that is true but most of my strength gains were made when i was only a little overweight. the 220-200 area. you just need to be a little overweight to pull it off like over 20%

[@tikiortaka]

@@andrew30133 It's really about perspective. Over 20% is fat for me.

[@tayjohnson4224]

I'm 260 I wanna get down to 215 & 20% body fat

[@BusasGaming]

I have spent the last 3 months losing 5lbs. I have the body type where I could literally lose 15lbs in 2 weeks no problem, but I didn't want to ruin any progress I have made in the gym. During the last 3 months I have got stronger while losing weight. Sure it was super slow, but keeping my muscle is more important to me than having instant 8 pack abs.

[@stevesteaven8349]

Saved losing the weight too fast, losing muscle with it, then having to take time to gain the muscle again (with some fat) and you still would need time to catch up to your current strength musculature. Nicely done.

[@gravemind6536]

My bodyweight is staying exactly the same but now that the gyms are open again fat is being lost and muscle being gained in its place, its a recomp and it feels great.

[@manasvegi4170]

Very well done.

[@Pianodaddyy]

@@gravemind6536 that muscle memory is going to kick in hard!!

[@miket4547]

Where were you Greg for al these years we have been lied to on KZbin . Thank you we love you!!

[@thejuggernaut6572]

I maintain 1% body fat year round thanks to Jeff Caveliere’s programs and Divine Protein 🙏🏿

[@Ax69sxxds]

Ooo u drinkin that Connor murphy? 😂😂

[@linushh]

what about the duck eggs? Should you eat them or just snort them for best result?

[@eliazarshaw6059]

Well I am like Ronnie Coleman. Negatives.

[@thejuggernaut6572]

@@linushh Injection straight into the bloodstream 🤓

[@thejuggernaut6572]

@@Ax69sxxds 😈

[@Anthony_L]

Honestly the cookbook has helped me drop weight steadily and been actually gaining/getting stronger even while on a deficit.

[@ghostup101]

I absolutely love the analogy of the GRR- AAAACH! Love how you explained it coach!

[@oncetwice7097]

Coach Greg I just want to say thank you for all the content you put out.. You rub some people off the wrong way but everyone needs to hear that tough love. I’ve been trying to get in shape for almost 4 years now and I’m so close to my goal and I wanted to thank you for all the wisdom and motivation you bring in your videos..

[@Exercise4CheatMeals]

Just got a coach to level up so I’m here for this.

[@GucciBodyBags]

I plateaued rapidly after losing 80lbs, started lifting, put on good definition. But my strength only went so far, and stopped growing entirely just a few month into lifting. But kept lifting months after. The thing is, i was eating 1200 calories a day tops. Tired. Eventually my definition actually starting looking “flat”. I was tired. Irritable. And when i got hungry my body was in pain. Just 2 weeks ago did i stop my deficit and eat around 2000-2200 calories a day now. Lots more energy, much better mood, and the gains are coming back. Im not as lean as i was but damn im growing again and my lifts are growing again. This video pretty much confirmed i was too lean for my genetics to build. Now ive been training harder than last time!

[@Tsiailyse]

Just bought your friggin cookbook 💕

[@darsh9512]

Let me know how it is, I am thinking of buying it myself.

[@sanskarjain9763]

@@darsh9512 nah I think it includes a bunch of stuff that's not available in India ingredient wise

[@mariosmith5262]

@@darsh9512 im getting it as a graduation gift

[@adamorly2971]

It's amazing how clear and concise this guy is. I've been watching so many other KZbinrs talk about the same things and they leave me with so many misconceptions and problems. I don't like the use of PEDs, but I'm very happy to hear the Coach being honest about it. I wish other so-called Fitness Experts could be so honest. This guy knows what he is talking about. Greetings from Canada, Coach!

[@benjaminaragon2832]

"When you chase perfection, you're gonna suffer. It's not worth it" -coach gregs

[@supagreatman2826]

I love this approach to fitness

[@chilldoc9638]

Bs

[@trumble-dj5md]

Thanks a lot for this one! I was never really into bulking and cutting because earlier in my fitness journey I didn't know how to do it and when I did, I wasn't confident I would be able to lose the weight again. So I've actually been maingaining the majority of the time and I'm very happy with the results

[@cesarflores1145]

Were you able to gain muscle over time like in a 3 month time span? Ive been lifting for 3 months and in 3 months I want to maingaining as much muscle as i can so I can cut. Im 16 5'9 and 155 lbs

[@trumble-dj5md]

@@cesarflores1145 I started around your age actually and I did get stronger within three months, but you won't notice any significant changes in your physique within that time as a natural, I'm afraid. But when you manage to keep it fun, train hard, eat somewhat right and stay consistent, it will work - you just have to trust the process. It takes time

[@cesarflores1145]

@@trumble-dj5md I'll do whatever its takes I used to be 170 at 5'8 with literally zero muscle and ive gained a decent amount. Im gonna start training my muscles twice a week now except legs (legs once a week).i know maingaining builds muscle but it takes time I just want to build enough muscle that im happy with so I can cut

[@dr.vishnurajs8970]

Thanks for the honest opinion Coach Greg. Well said on main gaining in this video. Keep up the great contain and videos coming. Love from Malaysia.

[@666_N_94]

When I first watched Greg’s videos, I thought he was kind of annoying...now 20 videos in, he’s one of my “go to’s” for advice lol.

[@Usiris23]

I agree, crazy to see the vocal progression from a couple years ago and now 😂

[@ldvrrn8269]

Yes exactly he’s using logic and science and research. And the vast majority know this

[@CrewAesthetics]

Maingaining should be a must 😄

[@hellieweird123]

I really have to thank you for letting me know about this...for a long time I’ve thought that it’s impossible to build muscle without a calorie surplus and I keep having to gain and lose the same few pounds of fat, especially as I’m more prone to gaining fat. Now I’m staying at maintenance and slowly getting stronger and muscle. This is a good message for most of us (especially women) and those who aren’t naturally lean.

[@Faaaay1]

I love how u make sense and give examples at every single advice u give

[@davidcamell4424]

Great advice for 90% of folks! (ie, folks who aren't necessarily competing in bodybuilding or who are influencers). I'm probably 27% bodyfat, aiming at 250 cal deficit with high protein until I get to 15%, then reassess (and probably "maingain") at that point. This helped me feel ok and get over uncertainty about that course.

[@saiken811]

How's your progress mate? I'm about to do what you said. Getting from around 25 down to 15.

[@taiyabazaheer9492]

I don't remember how I found this man but I'm so glad that I did. He literally helps cut through so much BS in the fitness industry. I agree with everything he said, so logical and simple to understand.

[@adampeterson6395]

How about a video for us older naturals who have been training for quite some time but have probably reached our genetic potential and what we can realistically expect moving forward?

[@thomasedwardpatrickbradyjr]

Join the dark side. Start juicing

[@garethzbarker]

Man... this video popped up for me right at the right time. Thanks Coach.

[@richardjennex6583]

Ever since I started following greg 1 year ago and got my ass back in the gym 10 months ago and bought his cookbook 1 I’m been staying the same body fat and I think I’m around 15% to 20% I think and I’m putting on muscle and getting stronger

[@richardjennex6583]

@GENETIC BEAST why don’t you believe it because it’s true and you don’t like that he’s doing better then you and so many ppl like me he help change our lives why your still a fat ass that cry’s about everything

[@mayafoxwitch]

Nothing wrong in this video. Just need to keep watching your amazing videos. Thanks, Greg!

[@MamaSwole]

I think Canadian accents are my new fav

[@TACT1LE]

We do say a couple words funny 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@hotsky83]

He does not represent how Canadians pronounce potato or garage loll

[@TACT1LE]

@@hotsky83 he's an east coaster lol. Strange breed

[@balam5536]

Do you think bulking after your competition helped you build your arrss the way it is now, or do you think that after your competition if you would of “maingained “ it would’ve made a difference in a way?

[@MetalFred1390]

man i wish coach Greg was doing videos when i was younger the info he gives is very helpful.

[@fl676]

Greg dropped the mic 🎤 On maingaining ⭕️💪🏻

[@eliavasherbatito4842]

Hi Coach. I'm from Israel. And I just wanted to tell you how much I thank you for saving my life and enriching my thinking. Very simply you are the only one who really changed your life thanks to you I learned what is good what is not how to change what to stop how to prepare and more full. I pray that God will bless you to continue like this.

[@nevinwhite2371]

Greg, I have a seizure disorder and when I dieted down below 10% I began having many more seizures. I can be consistently around 12% body fat with visible abs and a physique I can be proud of without any health issues.

[@nicomartinez3531]

This types of videos are the ones I love 👍🏻👍🏻

[@HahaKidd]

Love this!! I have done the bro bulk to cut for years. Have been able to hit ~12% with hard abs about 2 months of the year and yoyo back to 25%. Started to take Coach Gregs advise and have maintained 15/16% for 7 months now and have been the strongest and most muscle maintenance ever. Feel great and more content with how I look now! Thank you Coach Greg!! Ps plug in more "it doesn't matter!" Cuts! K thanks!

[@GiQQ]

How is the progress so far?

[@HahaKidd]

@@GiQQ keeping stable still fluctuate between 15-16 %. Was able to add a couple pounds of muscle overall since last October keeping the 15-16%. Never felt better!

[@GiQQ]

@@HahaKidd That's awesome man. Are you in a slight surplus or trying to be exactly at maintenance?

[@HahaKidd]

@@GiQQ to be honest I'm usually at slight surplus. Are maintaining?

[@GiQQ]

@@HahaKidd nah man, gained a bit of fat because of the gyms being closed and wanted to get rid of it as fast as possible. Made the mistake to cut, and now I see energy and gains are losing. Currently 14%ish and starting a surplus of 100 this monday

[@zombiejade898]

Thanks coach, I remember getting confused about maingaining before despite watching your older video on it. This video clears it up, and more importantly, advocates balance /health over extremes!

[@rodrigul3]

The opposite works as well. I thought I would always be around 20% BF and could never get leaner without starving. But Thanks 🙏🏼 to Coach Greg ❤️ and the circle ⭕️ diet, I now stay at 9-11% BF. I’m shredded and muscular and never starving, I’m always full on so much low calories dense foods.

[@shakal92ice]

Thank you! You are so knowledgeable saving life’s out there! Is not just getting fat excess calories can actually make you metabolically unhealthy, insulin resistant, Erectyle dysfunction etc. You know your stuff

[@maketcher1974]

I’m really glad that you showed Abby some love. She deserves it. She’s an inspiring young lady.

[@angel2fly8]

THE GERAJ!!

[@lcrooks69]

The true problem is that people are impatient. They want to gain muscle and lose fat as quickly as possible.

[@marker5491]

Yup! You basically just summed up about 99.9% of the fitness/diet industry.

[@Cookies12034]

Yeah but bulking at a 300-500 surplus you should not gain much fat.

[@danielachacon7895]

I’m so glad you put this out, all this GS athletes making me feel like I have to overeat and then cut is just frustrating. Honestly I’ve learned so much from you, love you and Allie ♥️⭕️

[@EzBrizzy]

I literally fell asleep to coach Greg smoothie screaming at my ears 😂

[@bblevins]

LOL Same. His soothing screech has lulliiby'd me to sleep a number of times.

[@Supernaturalman92]

I do it every night

[@Gym_Person_]

Thank you. This advice, along with all other advice you give, is incredibly useful. It has helped me tremendously.

[@SpidermansSymbiote]

"Maingaining" is a great way to spin your wheels and get no progress. Bulking doesn't mean getting fat. You can bulk at a small surplus, say 250-500 calories and easily cut after. Me personally, I'm bulking because I'm a strength athlete.

[@yeano7036]

Finally someone with a brain

[@mrmoth26]

Is bulking necessary if you have a high bf%?

[@EmilKolev1995]

That's what I've been doing after watching one of your previous videos! Thanks Coach Greg!!

[@Exercise4CheatMeals]

4:18 GahRahhdge Greg I’ve got to say this is even better than podado.

[@EpicMathTime]

Nah, that's the normal pronounciation of garage among Canadians. Podado is uniquely Greg.

[@RyDaMoOnline]

Never understood cutting and bulking so I never really got into sorting out a diet or properly training. Once I decided to really track my protein intake and calories per day I was shocked that people even needed a bulk to begin with. Then I found Coach, what a relief it was to hear facts and no bullshit. Glad there's a few more popping up like him too!

[@aminemezzour8403]

I went from 73kg / 12% to 77kg / 12% in 3 years without really thinking about it (I’m 1m78). Pretty much eating the same things every day, just making sure I eat enough protein and I feel full. I’m staying between 77 and 78 since then (it’s been a year), still making progress in the gym, and happy with my body (I feel like I even get leaner, and still build muscle).

[@anonymoussource8705]

I went from 42kg 10% bodyfat to 62kg 13% bodyfat in 8 months by bulking. To save you time, please do the same

[@TheSuicide222]

Have you been adding some extra calories while going from 73 KG to 77 kg? How does it work? as i udnerstand you cant keep eatink 2000 calories at 73 kr and still maingain with 2000 calories at 77. please hellp

[@aminemezzour8403]

@@TheSuicide222 you’re right, I was probably unconsciously slowly increasing the calories as I was getting a bit bigger, probably because I was hungrier. Rule of thumb: you take your height in cm, you remove 100 and that gives you your « maingain » bodyweight in kg. If you’re way bellow, you should bulk by increasing your calories and then maingain from there, and if you’re way above you should cut and maingain from there. At your ideal weight, you will be able to slowly build some muscle and loose fat as you maingain (that takes years and consistency to notice).

[@JDRSBUMPERSTICKERS]

I really hope more people get to see your content, Life changing 💯

[@michxelle17]

I wonder if he pronounces words like "garage" and potato so uniquely on purpose. lmao

[@wesleypendergrass6111]

It's typical in the accent where he's from.

[@wesleypendergrass6111]

Canadian

[@perulv4090]

You can cut the easy or the haaad way. I see you choosing the haaaad way.

[@TheMightyOdin]

@@wesleypendergrass6111 More specifically, eastern Canada.

[@wesleypendergrass6111]

@@TheMightyOdin absolutely. Noreast.

[@CraigMay]

Crystal clear, Thanks Greg. Keep yelling!!! Woot woot!!

[@executivelifehacks6747]

I cut and unintentionally bulk because not working in the fitness industry, sometimes I have time to count calories and sometimes I don't, and when I don't I generally get less sleep which increases appetite. The only time I lose fat is when counting calories for the most part. When I hit 16% I will think about maingaining. Yes, I should probably buy the frigging cookbook.

[@manasvegi4170]

I think it would be better to maingain at a bit lower body fat like 14-15? But depends on your goals ofc.

[@executivelifehacks6747]

@@manasvegi4170 16% is good for health from what I have read. 16-20% for males. My fitbit scale says 25-26% right now. I can see vague outline of biceps vein and vague outline of 4 pack when flexing so I think it's a little lower. I will see how I go. At some point the face gets too gaunt and the wrinkles show more. Key is not having a fat face, a v taper and to not have a gut, I am there already so beyond this, just some minor benefit I think.

[@manasvegi4170]

@@executivelifehacks6747 ya 16 should be decent definitely. Just that once I reached 16 I definitely had the energy to go upto 14 and from there it gets a bit harder I feel. I'm at 14 and still the V is just barely seen. But abs are quite prominent so it should be a decent goal. Anything 12 and below is a bit hard to reach and maintain with daily life I feel.

[@mireliom]

MainGain, is where it’s at . Sure took me years to figure this out. Glad you coined this term Greg.

[@raymondcarson9084]

Coach, thanks for being such an honest bodybuilder. It is hard as a 50 yr old trying to learn again how to cut and diet like when I was in the Army. Best advice coach hands down

[@TysonASMR]

So maingaining isn’t being in a calorie surplus, rather adding more protein to your diet? Should you still have weight gain goals or no? I’m trying to understand 💀

[@ReLoadXxXxX]

Maingaining = maintaining + gaining maintaining = staying the same weight gaining = gaining muscle

[@EmillionVideos]

The way Coach says “garage” is sending me

[@khurramrizvi528]

Greg you are the best....nobody compares to you

[@shandacrouch4946]

I like remaining lean year round. I'd rather diet all year and stay looking good then go through months of bulking

[@jackcollin1695]

You're a woman,why would you bulk?smh. Only bodybuilders who compete does bulk + cutting.but for regular/average people just to want to stay healthy and fit,this advice from greg is great.but greg should not argue for this advice on a bodybuilders that competes for size and shape.

[@mariushager9983]

@@jackcollin1695 i think it doesnt apply to enhanced people in general. the problem with nattys is that we can easily lose some muscle while going through months of dieting. u dont have that problem when youre enhanced

[@shandacrouch4946]

@@jackcollin1695 lol women bulk and cut just the same their calories would al be different depending on who they are. And I do female bodybuilding yes. It's all the same. Bulking just slightly helps grow more muscle. But no need to go ham with food like some people do. I just raise my calories by 200-300 and that's all the bulk/surplus I need

[@shandacrouch4946]

@Martin J. Bech ya i couldn't believe this one. People still have the old views sadly

[@dusantancos1772]

iam thing you are the best guy like when someone tell the truth straight way 💪🏽

[@Riel_Rami]

I needed this video so badly. It finally answered my questions. I wasn't sure where to head next in my journey. I'm 5'7(1/2) and last year I was 225lbs. I cut the whole year now I'm sitting at 172lbs and wasn't sure what to do next. People have been telling me I look too skinny and should bulk but I still feel fat and wasn't sure at all which direction I should go in. But now I know. I'll continue my cut until I have a body fat percentage where I am happy with how I look and where I am comfortable and have energy. Only then I will begin maingaining. I now know what to do. Thank you Coach Greg.

[@xclusive2168]

How is it going?

[@alextamas3778]

@@xclusive2168 we do need an update here

[@akashi3820]

UPDATE

[@Pianodaddyy]

Update!!!

[@healthyblend2048]

Thanks Greg! Best doctor/attorney/coach ever

[@anonymoussource8705]

I maingained for about a year with barely any results, bulked, gained lots of muscle and still lean. (Gained 20kg in 8 months and only 3% more bodyfat) If you are a small dude like myself, i recommend you do the same to save you tons of progress.

[@rancellwoodard5767]

Well there you go, you were too skinny to maingain in the first place.

[@anonymoussource8705]

@@rancellwoodard5767 yes. sad to see skinny people in the comments maingaining because they have a decent bodyfat precentage

[@OpasgegenLinks]

It is medically impossible to gain 20Kg of weight while only putting on 3% or body fat in 8 months.

[@anonymoussource8705]

@@OpasgegenLinks i have gained 42kg now lol stay mad

[@anonymoussource8705]

@@OpasgegenLinks the reason i was able to gain so much in 8 months was because i started out as severely underweight

[@josephseare3979]

Thank you Coach, that was very helpful!! appreciate the honest and great FREE advice! Thank you! Thank you!

[@francisrillera2788]

finally the video i've been waiting for 👍

[@dezloeppky]

Awesome video Greg, lots of people need to watch this.

[@toot6325]

@Mike will Yes.

[@junior90210]

Maingaining makes sense only if you're already big in terms of muscle mass. If not, it's almost impossible to build any sensible mass using this approach. Name just one big fella who made his GAINS (from skinny to jacked) using maingaining strategy. My guess? Nobody has ever done that.

[@marco7838]

Is maingaing pretty much to eat healthy and clean but at maintenance and still gain muscle and weight?

[@jackjamison2342]

Best video in a while

[@hansgehrkens]

Hears coach Greg say 'Garage' Started blinking like 6 times and my eyelid started to contract.

[@Spazticspaz]

4:15

[@timothym2241]

Welcome to Canada, ay.

[@cannaveng]

I’m from the same city as Greg and never noticed! Haha

[@cj2k780]

I am African-Ethiopian. So I believe that maingaining is my best option. Thanks Chael Sonnen for bringing me here!

[@jrweldingvires6265]

Coach Greg dropping truth bombs all the time.. He's single handedly helped improve thousands of physiques! Who cares how he says garage, I'm from Texas and I know I say it different. My friend from the UK says gay-rodge

[@x-man5998]

When you maingain, you do add weight due to building muscle, not fat. That’s why I like viewing maintenance calories as the calories you need to maintain you’re current bf%, not weight. You are not gaining or losing fat since you are eating at maintenance. Weight fluctuates so much even eating at maintenance calories.

[@juerfe]

So you're not gaining or losing fat, all your calories are spent in maintenance but you're CREATING muscle. With what exactly? Air?

[@x-man5998]

Watch the video. 13:39

[@ivoryking509]

Gaining 1lbs of muscle every 3 months.... so pretty much staying the same weight

[@El_Pertita]

My maintenance calories is around 2600, so should in eat the same amount year round or do i add on it ?

[@El_Pertita]

@@juerfe exactly bro this makes no sense

[@matternnnn1521]

Keep up the good work changing lives and dropping bombs

[@TeamYouphoric]

I used to work with this wannabe bodybuilder and he had asked me to assess his bodyfat with skinfold calipers. He was 28% bodyfat and his response was "well, it's just going to go up from here because I'm starting my bulk." I wanted to slap him harder than last time...

[@tikiortaka]

skin callipers are stupidly inaccurate.

[@TeamYouphoric]

@@tikiortaka they're not if you have an experienced practitioner and a good formula.

[@tikiortaka]

@@TeamYouphoric The measurement technique is faulty. Even dexa is not completely accurate. Best bet is to use a method is stick to it gauge changes. That's it.

[@TeamYouphoric]

@@tikiortaka there are tons of caliper methods. Most are incredibly faulty but there are some that are pretty accurate. No, they're not 100% accurate, but I've performed thousands of assessments and the BioSignature Modulation method and Metabolic Analytics method are among the best.

[@PlantDaddie]

You always make me smile

[@ScottX68000]

I'm naturally very skinny and have found I put on very little if any muscle at maintenance. I guess for the average person they can do it at maintenence but there are some of us who need those extra calories to see any growth or strength gains.

[@mikeomcirishguy4239]

Even clearer than the last vid; done, gotcha, understood, unforgettable, and a-zero questions!! It takes effort to be THAT clear. BTW, keep-a you hands off-a my garadja. I keep-a my podaydoes in there. What-sa matta for you?

[@maiarawills3237]

You change lifes, you also save minds, Greg 🥰

[@mike7358]

I use the coach greg maingain method between shows, to stay as lean as possible while still putting on muscle.

[@AlexCWill]

And does that work for you as an advanced lifter to optimally gain size and strength with very little weight gain? I’m curious because I want to know if this is optimal for those wishing to be elite

[@Vanderroest1111]

@@AlexCWill not optimal

[@Vanderroest1111]

@@AlexCWill but ofc it depends per person

[@jaydub1283]

My man Greg dropping knowledge once again!! Thanks for the info bro!!