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    How Often Should You Train Abs (and Which Exercises)?

    By Muscle Deficient Vegan • July 2, 2026
    Coach’s answer: If you want to directly target them, do twice a week and whichever exercise lets you progressively add load over time. Things like…
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    Vegan Fitness Gifting Guide

    By Muscle Deficient Vegan • December 16, 2025
    This guide covers common non-vegan ingredients/materials and fitness-friendly vegan gift ideas.
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    Beginner’s Guide to Micronutrients for Vegans

    By Muscle Deficient Vegan • February 9, 2024
    Micronutrients are vitamins and minerals needed in small amounts. Learn why vegan diets require more careful vitamin and mineral planning here!
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    The Complete Macronutrients Guide: Everything You Need to Know

    By Muscle Deficient Vegan • December 31, 2023
    Learn about macronutrients – protein, fats and carbohydrates – and the role each plays in building and maintaining muscle mass. Understand how much you need and plan your nutrition goals.
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    The ultimate guide to calculating your daily calorie needs

    By Muscle Deficient Vegan • December 16, 2023
    This article presents a comprehensive guide to understanding and managing weight by controlling calorie intake. It breaks down the factors affecting calorie burn, including Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE), and various activities.
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    Calorie tracking made simple

    By Muscle Deficient Vegan • December 9, 2023
    Calorie tracking involves logging every food or drink consumed for weight management. Various apps like MyFitnessPal, Cronometer, and MacroFactor help track calories more conveniently.
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