Building muscle doesn't start and end at the gym . Lifting weights and sticking to your workout plan are essential steps but what you eat (and don't eat) afterward can make or break your progress. Your muscles need proper fuel to recover and grow stronger. Skipping meals or eating the wrong foods can hold you back from achieving your peak form, no matter how consistent you are with your training.

Nutrition plays just as big a role in muscle development as your exercise routine. A well-balanced diet rich in high-quality protein gives your body the amino acids it needs to repair and build muscle after every workout. These foods help you recover faster, train harder and see results sooner. Before you think -- that's going to cost a lot. We get it. A recent CNET survey showe

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