General
clean bulk
What does clean bulk mean?
A bulking approach that maximizes muscle gain using primarily whole, nutrient-dense foods to limit fat gain.
"He's doing a clean bulk this time, all rice, chicken and oats."
Origin
Bodybuilding colloquialism, the disciplined counterpart to a 'dirty bulk.'
Frequently asked questions
What is a clean bulk?
A clean bulk is gaining muscle using primarily whole, nutrient-dense foods to limit fat gain during the surplus.
What foods are used on a clean bulk?
Staples include lean proteins like chicken, complex carbs like rice and oats, and other whole foods over processed junk.
Is a clean bulk better than a dirty bulk?
A clean bulk usually means less fat gain and an easier cut later, though gains can be slower than an aggressive dirty bulk.
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