If you were once fit and had a large muscle mass, say 6 months ago, would you regain it faster than if you were gaining it for the first time, or are you back at square one? If it is quicker, how much quicker is it?

It would be quicker. How fast depends on your body. I had knee surgery a few months ago and spent several weeks on my ass and am having a hard time getting any size back, but other people in situations like me bulked back up in a few weeks.

Ever hear the saying "muscle has memory"? It's the same kind of deal. If you get big and fit, then lose it, the muscles "remember" it when you try to work out again. It takes some time, but you should notice yourself getting there much faster than the first time around.

alrighty thanks, in that case I will once again rejoin the fit, sooner than i thought too

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Originally posted by rlpinca:
It would be quicker. How fast depends on your body. I had knee surgery a few months ago and spent several weeks on my ass and am having a hard time getting any size back, but other people in situations like me bulked back up in a few weeks.

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except for cardio. Though it may be because I'm getting old.