Performance Framework Muscle building — simplified

Muscle Build
Mastery Guide

A time-efficient, science-backed blueprint to build lean muscle without living in the gym or eating like a robot.

Inside, you’ll get the same structure I use with busy professionals: nutrition, training, flexibility, and the psychology that keeps it sustainable.

How to set a smart calorie surplus (so you gain muscle without unnecessary fat).
The compound-lift approach + progressive overload for maximum ROI in minimal time.
How to stay flexible (3–4 meals/day, 80/20, real life) and still grow.

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Muscle Build Mastery Guide by Shaun Surgener

Muscle Build Mastery Guide

Nutrition • Training • Flexibility • Psychology

Shaun Surgener

Time-efficient
Evidence-based
Lifestyle-friendly

Start here

A quick walkthrough (so you know exactly how to use the guide).

The goal is simple: remove the noise and give you a clean, repeatable framework. Watch this once and you’ll know exactly what to focus on based on your schedule and starting point.

Walkthrough video (3–5 minutes)

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What you’ll get inside

  • Nutrition simplified: calories, protein, and how to use carbs strategically.
  • Training that works: the highest-ROI movements + a simple weekly structure.
  • Progressive overload: how to progress without guessing or overcomplicating it.
  • Flexibility: 80/20, travel, and imperfect weeks without losing momentum.

Who it’s built for

  • Busy professionals who want results without living in the gym.
  • Anyone tired of “bulk/cut” extremes and conflicting advice.
  • People who want a system that works with real life — not against it.
  • Those who want measurable progress with a calm, sustainable approach.
Time-efficient
Evidence-based
Lifestyle-friendly
Simple execution

Once you watch the walkthrough, use the first page of the guide to set your starting targets — and you’re off.

 
Results + Proof

Real people. Real progress.

If you’ve been stuck spinning your wheels, this is what happens when you simplify the process, train with intent, and follow a plan that fits a real life schedule.

Clarity over confusion

You’ll know exactly what to do each week — and how to progress without second-guessing.

  • Simple progression rules that actually stick
  • How hard to push (and when not to)
  • What matters most if time is tight

Muscle-building nutrition that’s sustainable

Build muscle without “dirty bulks” or 6-meal days. Structure wins.

  • Protein + calories made simple
  • 3–4 meals/day is enough
  • Flexible foods — no moralizing

Consistency even with a busy life

The best program is the one you can keep doing 12 weeks from now.

  • Plans that survive travel & real schedules
  • Motivation anchors for slow phases
  • How to avoid the all-or-nothing spiral

Client outcomes

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Less talk • More receipts
★★★★★

“Just hired Shaun Surgener as a health and fitness coach to help mold a healthy lifestyle! When you want something substantial out of life you HAVE to work with the right people!”

Greg F. • Client “Paid intense dividends”
Make it obvious

Is Muscle Mastery for you?

This guide is built for real life — not for people who can live in the gym or eat perfectly 24/7. Here’s the simplest way to know.

✅ This is for you if…

  • You want muscle without spending hours a day training.
  • You’ve tried “random workouts” and want a plan that progresses.
  • You want strength + visible shape changes — not just a pump.
  • You want flexible nutrition that doesn’t turn into a dirty bulk.
  • You want something you can repeat for months without burning out.

✕ This is NOT for you if…

  • You want a “30-day extreme transformation” with zero lifestyle changes.
  • You’re looking for magic supplement shortcuts instead of training intent.
  • You refuse to track anything (even for one week) to learn what works.
  • You want bodybuilding-level volume with no recovery or sleep.
  • You want complexity — because it “feels” more advanced.

Quick Start (takes 10 minutes)

Do these 4 steps and you’ll instantly know what to focus on next.

Simple. Repeatable. Effective.

1
Pick your schedule Choose 3–4 training days you can actually keep.
2
Lock protein first Hit your daily protein target before you stress anything else.
3
Train with intent Use the guide’s progression rules to push hard without guessing.
4
Track one metric Strength trend + photos = the simplest “are we building?” check.
Want me to tell you exactly what to do for your body + schedule? Grab the free guide… and if you want help applying it, I’ll map out your next 90 days on a quick call.
Clear the friction

If you’re still wondering…

These are the questions almost everyone has — answered honestly, without hype.

Is this enough to actually build muscle?

Yes — if you apply it consistently. Muscle is built through progressive tension, adequate recovery, and sufficient calories over time. This guide covers the fundamentals that drive results, not distractions that feel productive but don’t move the needle.

Do I need to bulk or gain a lot of fat?

No. You’ll learn how to eat in a controlled surplus that supports muscle gain without unnecessary fat gain. The goal is progress you can sustain — not extremes you regret.

What if I’m busy or miss workouts?

This system assumes real life happens. The guide prioritizes the sessions and variables that matter most so missed days don’t derail your progress.

Is this beginner or advanced?

Both. Beginners get structure and clarity. More experienced lifters get a framework to finally apply effort and progression correctly — which is where most people stall.

Is this another generic workout plan?

No. This isn’t a copy-paste routine. It’s a decision-making framework — so you know how to train, eat, and adjust based on feedback instead of guessing.

Quick context

Why I built Muscle Mastery this way

There’s no shortage of workout plans. The problem is most of them ignore how real people actually live — and then they blame you when you can’t sustain it.

Shaun Surgener

I’ve coached for over a decade, and the people I work with are almost always the same type: busy, capable, and willing to work — but stuck because they’re trying to do too much at once.

Muscle Mastery isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing the few things that actually drive muscle growth — applied consistently, with intent, and without burning your life down to make it happen.

No extremes. No hype. Just a clean system: train hard enough to force adaptation, recover like it matters, and eat in a way you can repeat long-term.

— Shaun Surgener Coach • Educator • Systems-first approach
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Get Muscle Mastery

If you want a simple, repeatable system to build muscle without living in the gym — this guide will show you exactly what to focus on first.

Inside the guide:

  • How to train for muscle without guessing
  • Progression rules that actually work
  • Nutrition setup (simple + sustainable)
  • What to track so you know it’s working

No hype. No spam. Just the guide.