A method of improving meat tenderness is discussed. The method includes administering at least one form of beta-agonist to at least one animal for a first period of time. The method also includes discontinuing administering the at least one beta-agonist to the at least one animal. Further, the method includes feeding the at least one animal for a second period a diet without administering the at least one beta-agonist. The second period of time is more than 5 days and is sufficient to cause regression in muscle growth in the at least one animal.
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