The Mealify Journal
Bulking & Muscle
Evidence-based guides on fat loss, muscle gain and everyday nutrition — written to be useful, not to sell you anything.
Lean Bulking vs Dirty Bulking: Which Builds Better Results?
Compare lean and dirty bulking approaches, how fast to gain weight, and how to track a bulk with data.
15 October 2026 · 2 min read
High-Calorie Bulking Recipes for Clean Muscle Gain
How to eat enough to build muscle without excess fat gain, plus energy-dense bulking meals that are easy to finish.
2 min read
Team Sports Nutrition: Fuelling Football, Rugby and Netball
Match-day and training nutrition for team sports: carbohydrate needs, pre-match meals, half-time and recovery.
2 min read
Running Nutrition: From Your First 5k to a Marathon
How to fuel for running at every distance: daily diet, pre-run meals, fuelling during long runs and recovery.
2 min read
The Best Carbohydrates for Training Performance
Which carbohydrates to eat for training, how much you need for different sports, and when to eat them.
2 min read
Sleep and Muscle Growth: The Most Underrated Recovery Tool
Why sleep matters for muscle building, strength and appetite — and practical ways to sleep better.
2 min read
Protein Powders Explained: Whey, Casein, Plant and Blends
What protein powders are, the differences between types, how to choose one, and whether you actually need it.
2 min read
Body Recomposition: Losing Fat and Building Muscle at the Same Time
Who can lose fat and gain muscle simultaneously, how to set calories and protein, and how to track progress.
2 min read
Budget Bulking: Build Muscle on a Shoestring
Cheap, high-calorie, high-protein foods and a sample shopping list for building muscle without spending a fortune.
2 min read
Plant-Based Muscle Building: A Complete Guide
How to build muscle on a vegan or vegetarian diet: protein targets, best sources, leucine and key nutrients.
2 min read
Creatine: What the Evidence Actually Says
A clear guide to creatine monohydrate — benefits, dosing, safety, myths and who might benefit.
2 min read
Pre- and Post-Workout Nutrition: What Really Matters
What to eat before and after training for performance and recovery — and how much timing actually matters.
2 min read
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