Lean physique

Build a strong, toned, high-performing body.

If you’re training for a leaner, more powerful body, your routine needs more than just effort. You need smarter nutrition, a focused sleep & recovery strategy, and consistency that pays off. Start with the essentials that support your training, energy, and growth.

How to support a lean physique

Focus on habits that help you train consistently, support muscle and stay on track with your routine.

1

Train with purpose

Use regular resistance training to build and maintain muscle while supporting a stronger, more defined physique.

2

Keep protein consistent

Protein supports muscle growth and maintenance, making it easier to support your body composition goals.

3

Recover properly

Sleep, hydration and rest days help your body adapt between sessions, so you can stay consistent and keep training quality high.

4

Use creatine daily

Creatine supports performance in repeated bursts of short-term, high-intensity exercise, helping you support hard training sessions.

Start with the essentials

Start with a protein that fits your diet, then add creatine to support high-intensity training performance.

1. Choose your protein

Both options support muscle growth and maintenance¹. Choose based on your preference.

Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder

Main protein choice

Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder

Best for: Everyday protein support

The world's #1 best-selling whey protein powder supports muscle growth and repair¹ while delivering:

  • 24g of fast-absorbing whey protein isolate and concentrate
  • 5.5g of naturally occurring BCAAs per serving
  • 1.4g of fat, 0.7g of sugars, and 1.3g of carbs
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Gold Standard 100% Plant Based Protein Powder

Plant-based alternative

Gold Standard 100% Plant Based Protein Powder

Best for: Vegan protein support

Support muscle growth with high-quality plant protein¹ to help fuel your recovery routine.

  • 24g of plant protein per serving
  • A complete profile of amino acids
  • 100% vegan ingredients
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2. Add creatine

For repeated bursts of short-term, high-intensity exercise².

Micronised Creatine Powder

Training performance support

Micronised Creatine Powder

Best for: High-intensity training

Micronised Creatine supports muscle energy so you can train harder for longer, increasing power during repeated high-intensity efforts².

  • 3.4g of creatine monohydrate per serving
  • Mixes easily with no gritty taste
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Useful additions

Clear Whey Protein

Refreshing protein alternative

Clear Whey Protein

A light, juice-style protein option for warmer days or when you want something less creamy.

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Gold Standard Pre-Workout Powder

Before training

Gold Standard Pre-Workout

Supports focus³ and energy⁴ before training with caffeine, creatine, beta-alanine and B vitamins.

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High Protein Bar or Ready to Drink Protein

On-the-go protein

Bars & Ready-to-Drink Protein

Convenient protein formats for busy days, travel, work or when you need an easy option away from home.

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¹Protein contributes to the growth and maintenance of muscle mass with regular weights resistance training. ²Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high intensity exercise. ³Caffeine contributes to increased alertness and improved concentration. ⁴Contribute to normal energy yielding metabolism.

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Footnotes

¹Protein contributes to growth and maintenance of muscle mass with regular weights resistance training.
²Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high intensity exercise.
³Caffeine contributes to increased alterness and improved concentration.
⁴Contribute to normal energy yielding metabolism.