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Newbie gains
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rapid muscle growth and strength increases experienced by beginners when they first start training
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What does "newbie gains" mean in fitness slang?
The term "newbie gains" refers to the rapid muscle growth and strength improvements beginners experience when they first start resistance training. The structure combines "newbie," meaning a beginner, with "gains," meaning fitness progress. It describes the early training phase where the body responds quickly to new stimulus due to lack of prior adaptation. The effect is temporary and slows down as training experience increases.
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He put on ten pounds of muscle in his first month; classic newbie gains.
