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Voglio aumentare la massa muscolare.

I want to build muscle mass.

Pronunciation

Stress 'MAS-sa' and 'mu-sco-LA-re'. Five syllables in 'muscolare' — say them clearly.

When to use it

Use this during an initial trainer consultation or when asking for a hypertrophy-focused programme. It clearly communicates your goal of muscle growth rather than weight loss or endurance.

What it means

'Aumentare' = to increase. 'Massa muscolare' = muscle mass. This is more precise than simply saying 'voglio diventare più forte' (I want to get stronger), as it implies hypertrophy training specifically.

Variations

Voglio diventare più forte.

I want to get stronger.

Focuses on strength, not necessarily size.

Voglio fare ipertrofia.

I want to do hypertrophy training.

Technical gym terminology.

Voglio definire la muscolatura.

I want to define my muscles.

For muscle definition/cutting.

Mini Dialogue

— Voglio aumentare la massa muscolare. È possibile? — Certo! Seguiremo un programma di forza con bassi ripetizioni. — E per quanto riguarda l'alimentazione? — Le consiglio di aumentare l'apporto proteico.

— I want to build muscle mass. Is that possible? — Of course! We'll follow a strength programme with low reps. — And regarding nutrition? — I recommend increasing your protein intake.

Cultural Note

Italian gyms often work alongside nutritionists ('nutrizionisti') and dieticians ('dietisti'). It is common for trainers to refer members to nutrition professionals rather than giving dietary advice themselves, as nutritional counselling is regulated by law in Italy.

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Mi serve dell'acqua.

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