Should I eat more on heavy lifting days?
                                
                                
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                                Studies indicate that muscle protein synthesis can increase by as much as 50% following heavy resistance training. This metabolic spike and the energy demands of the workout itself raise a key question for many lifters: should I eat more on heavy lifting days to support this crucial recovery and growth process?