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    About how many grams of carbs a day?

    Hey guys, i weigh 182lbs and was wondering about how many grams of carbs and protein should i be eating a day to gain lean muscle? I've been eating about 400 grams of carbs and approx 220 grams of protein a day these past few weeks and im gaining weight but not very stronger..Any advice?
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    First off, read the sticky on top regarding nutrition. 400g carbs seems a little excessive, however (of course, depends on your activity level).

    Second, you aren't going to have huge noticeable gains from week to week unless you are just starting off having never lifted before or after taking an extended amount of time off. Be patient.
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    Whats your routine? Like above said, read stickies regarding caloric and macro needs
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    Originally Posted by Sqwivivol View Post
    Whats your routine? Like above said, read stickies regarding caloric and macro needs
    I workout about 4-5 times a week about 1.5 hours, (intense lifting)
    ...what stickies? sorry idk haha
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    everyone starts somewhere
    here you go
    http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...hp?t=121703981
    IIFYM - Try to get most of your macros from whole foods. They are high in micronutrients and are needed to maintain overall health
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    [QUOTE=franko man;670494521]everyone starts somewhere
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    thanks alot really helps!
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    Originally Posted by xDPGx View Post
    I workout about 4-5 times a week about 1.5 hours, (intense lifting)
    ...what stickies? sorry idk haha
    Sounds like an unorganised routine. If youre just doing a bunch of lifts till you get tired try this instead

    http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=131379243

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