How long does it take a body builder to lose muscle mass and strength?

I have been weight lifting for almost 2 years now and am wondering how long of a break I can take before I would begin to lose strength and mass? I am asking this question because school is coming to and end and finals are consuming my life. I know that it takes much longer to gain muscle than it does to lose it but if anyone can speak from personal experience I would appreciate it.

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  1. Here is what the experts say:

    Muscular Strength: Studies have shown that muscular strength will return to pre-exercise levels after four to 12 weeks off.

    Muscular Size: Muscles will shrink after 4-12 weeks off.

  2. It that short of an amount of time you would barely lose any muscle at all.

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