: Why is it easier/faster to gain muscle mass when you have a higher amount of body fat.

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: Why is it easier/faster to gain muscle mass when you have a higher amount of body fat.

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Having a higher body fat and gaining muscle are not really related. However, it is easier to gain muscle mass when in a caloric surplus than a caloric deficit, so gaining muscle quickly usually results in some fat gain as well.