How long does it take to lose muscle?

[Catch39]

Haven't lifted in about 8 days and I'm 4 pounds lighter during a week of eating horrible. High calorie, low protein, high carbs, high fats...etc.

Is it possible to get fatter and lose muscle, in about a week?

[Mad_Mike]

I don't imagine you would lose muscle from 8 days of not training, especially if you were cheating (probably an excess of calories). Were you drinking? It may be largely due to dehydration.

[Catch39]

I don't imagine you would lose muscle from 8 days of not training, especially if you were cheating (probably an excess of calories). Were you drinking? It may be largely due to dehydration.

actually yes, the first weekend i drank in months...i can't believe i did not think of that

thanks