NLP657 - 5 Expert Tips for Eating in a Caloric Surplus to Build Muscle (Without Getting Fat)

Struggling to eat enough to gain muscle? Or maybe you’re eating in a surplus but gaining too much fat? In today’s episode, I break down 5 expert strategies to help you maximize muscle growth while keeping fat gain under control. From calorie-dense food swaps to supplements that actually work, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways to help you bulk the right way. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How much protein you actually need (and why too much can hurt your gains) The best high-calorie foods to eat more without feeling stuffed How to time your meals for better digestion and energy How to track progress and adjust your calories to avoid unnecessary fat gain The top supplements for muscle growth – including GDAs for glucose control   Interested in working with a coach? Get a free nutrition consultation - Schedule Here   Join Us On Patreon - Join Here   Submit your questions to be featured on our Q&A episodes.   Order from Cured Supplement Order from Legion Supplements and get 20% off your first order by using discount code: keynutrition   Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Co-Host Craig Smith - @greatestdaymindset Next Level Nutrition – @mynextlevelnutrition   Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Intro: Why a proper calorie surplus is key for muscle gain 04:10 – Tip 1: Optimize Your Protein Intake (Without Overdoing It) 08:30 – Tip 2: Eat Calorie-Dense Foods to Make Surplus Easier 13:55 – Tip 3: Meal Timing & Frequency for Digestion and Energy 18:40 – Tip 4: How to Track & Adjust to Prevent Excess Fat Gain 23:15 – Tip 5: Smart Supplementation (Including GDAs for Carb Utilization) 28:45 – Bonus Tip: The Mindset Shift You Need for Long-Term Gains 32:00 – Outro: Recap + final thoughts