Bulk up

/ˌbʌlk ˈʌp/ verb

verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    To gain weight. intransitive
  2. 2
    To increase the weight of. transitive
  3. 3
    To train the body with a high-calorie diet and intense weightlifting in order to increase the overall mass of the body, especially the muscles.

    "A review of studies done on runners and strength training showed generally positive impacts and no negative consequences. You won’t hulk out or bulk up just fine-tune some lean muscle in ways that running alone can’t do."

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"A review of studies done on runners and strength training showed generally positive impacts and no negative consequences. You won’t hulk out or bulk up just fine-tune some lean muscle in ways that running alone can’t do."