Uploaded June 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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If you’ve been training for a few years, it's likely that you’re not muscular enough to look big and not lean enough to have muscle definition either. You’re somewhere in between - what I call “no man’s land”. To improve, you can either bulk up and get big or cut and get lean.
Either choice is fine. It all comes down to your preferences and goals.
However, I believe that getting lean is the better choice for the majority of intermediate lifters. In fact, I’d even go so far as saying that getting to a lower body fat percentage is the ONLY way most regular gym-goers can ever look impressive. There are two reasons for this:
1. Most lifters cannot or are unwilling to put in the work required to build and maintain muscle beyond the intermediate level.
2. Low body fat can make you look amazing even at an intermediate level of muscle development.
In this video I expand on both of these points.
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Written and edited by Radu Antoniu using Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Canva
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MacroFactor app - use code RADU at sign-up to get a 2-week free trial
Boostcamp app - use code RADU at sign-up or download the app through my link: https://www.boostcamp.app#radu
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About me: I'm a Romanian content creator known primarily for my fitness content. In recent years I've also produced content related to the transition to sustainable energy, animal consciousness, and plant-based diets. This content is available on my new community platform Think Eat Lift: skool.com/radu/about
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Disclaimers: Radu Antoniu is not a doctor, licensed personal trainer, or medical professional. Always consult a physician before starting any exercise program. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Radu Antoniu will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death.
Book a consultation with me: raduantoniu.com/strategy
ShredSmart Free Sample: raduantoniu.com/shredsmart-free-sample-download
ShredSmart Free Training Program: https://www.boostcamp.app/coaches/radu-antoniu/shredsmart-ppl-full-body#radu
If you’ve been training for a few years, it's likely that you’re not muscular enough to look big and not lean enough to have muscle definition either. You’re somewhere in between - what I call “no man’s land”. To improve, you can either bulk up and get big or cut and get lean.
Either choice is fine. It all comes down to your preferences and goals.
However, I believe that getting lean is the better choice for the majority of intermediate lifters. In fact, I’d even go so far as saying that getting to a lower body fat percentage is the ONLY way most regular gym-goers can ever look impressive. There are two reasons for this:
1. Most lifters cannot or are unwilling to put in the work required to build and maintain muscle beyond the intermediate level.
2. Low body fat can make you look amazing even at an intermediate level of muscle development.
In this video I expand on both of these points.
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Written and edited by Radu Antoniu using Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Canva
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Support my work by using my affiliate codes
MacroFactor app - use code RADU at sign-up to get a 2-week free trial
Boostcamp app - use code RADU at sign-up or download the app through my link: https://www.boostcamp.app#radu
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About me: I'm a Romanian content creator known primarily for my fitness content. In recent years I've also produced content related to the transition to sustainable energy, animal consciousness, and plant-based diets. This content is available on my new community platform Think Eat Lift: skool.com/radu/about
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Disclaimers: Radu Antoniu is not a doctor, licensed personal trainer, or medical professional. Always consult a physician before starting any exercise program. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Radu Antoniu will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this video including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death.
