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How Long Does It Take to Build Muscle? Fitness Experts Weigh In (Today)

Posted: Mar 02, 2026 in In the News

This article originally appeared on Today on March 2, 2026.

Once you've found a strength-training routine that works for you and you've committed to doing it two to three times a week, you'll be eager to see results — so when do the noticeably chiseled arms kick in, and when will your legs take on new form?...

Beyond improving physical appearance, muscles help maintain posture, stabilize joints and allow us to move, says Cedric X. Bryant, Ph.D., chief executive officer at the American Council on Exercise.

“(Muscle) helps regulate blood sugar, supports metabolic function, protects joints and bones, and contributes to longevity and independence as we age,” Bryant tells TODAY.com. “In many ways, muscle is one of the body’s most important organs for both performance and health.”...

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