In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott revisits the four key phases of a successful fitness journey—fat loss, reverse dieting, maintenance, and lean bulking—with a special focus on one of the most misunderstood phases: building muscle.

Prompted by a listener question, Nikkiey takes a deeper dive into what a lean bulk actually is, why it's so important for long-term body composition, and how it differs from the idea of a "dirty bulk." She also addresses the fear many women have around seeing the scale increase during this phase and explains why those changes don't necessarily mean you're gaining body fat.

If you've ever wondered when it's time to transition into a building phase—or felt nervous about eating more to build muscle—this episode will help you understand the bigger picture and give you the confidence to trust the process.

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Welcome to The Macro Hour Podcast, where we talk about mindset, methodology, and tactics that will help you lose body fat, build muscle, be strong, and feel insanely confident. We've got a no-bullshit, no-nonsense approach with a lot of love ...