BUILDING PHASE MISTAKES: WHY YOU’RE GAINING FAT & NOT MUSCLE | LEAN GAINS SERIES PART 5 | EP. 215

BUILDING PHASE MISTAKES: WHY YOU’RE GAINING FAT & NOT MUSCLE | LEAN GAINS SERIES PART 5 | EP. 215

Author: Brandon DaCruz April 29, 2026 Duration: 44:53

Most people go into a Building Phase with the right intention. But they execute it the wrong way. And that’s why they either spin their wheels…or they gain far more fat than muscle.


In Part 5 of my LEAN GAINS SERIES, I break down the most common building phase mistakes that accelerate fat gain and limit muscle growth.


IN THIS EPISODE, I COVER THE FOLLOWING MISTAKES:

NOT STAYING IN A BUILDING PHASE LONG ENOUGH & APPROACHING IT LIKE A FAT LOSS PHASE

EATING IN TOO LARGE OF A SURPLUS

TAKING TOO FAST OF A RATE OF GAIN

CREATING A WEEKLY SURPLUS BY UNDEREATING DURING THE WEEK & OVEREATING ON THE WEEKEND

BEING TOO FLEXIBLE WITH YOUR FOOD CHOICES & EATING OUT TOO FREQUENTLY

EXCESSIVE CHEAT MEALS

NOT BEING CONSISTENT ENOUGH & SWINGING FROM EXTREME TO EXTREME

TRYING TO INTUITIVELY EAT DURING A BUILDING PHASE


If you want to build muscle without getting fat, this episode will give you the framework to run your next building phase with structure, strategy, and control.


WHERE TO CONNECT WITH ME:


Follow Brandon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandondacruz_/


Email: Bdacruzfitness@gmail.com


For Info on Brandon’s Coaching Services: https://form.jotform.com/bdacruzfitness/coachinginquiry


Brandon’s Website: https://www.brandondacruzfit.com


My Reading Recommendations: 

THE MUSCLE & STRENGTH PYRAMIDS 

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Hosted by Brandon DaCruz, Chasing Clarity: Health & Fitness Podcast cuts through the noise of an often overwhelming industry. Instead of quick fixes, Brandon and his co-host Jeff build conversations from a place of genuine partnership, tackling everything from meal planning and workout splits to the less-discussed mental hurdles of a fitness journey. Their dynamic feels more like a dialogue between friends who’ve been in the trenches, making complex topics in nutrition, training, and body composition feel accessible and actionable. What you’ll find here is a practical blend of solid information and real-world application, designed for anyone who wants to move past confusion and build sustainable habits. This isn't about rigid dogma; it's about finding what actually works for you. Tune into the podcast for honest discussions that aim to replace frustration with understanding, one episode at a time.
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