Consistent Eating Plan

[MossyOak89]

Hey so i'm 17, weigh 157, and am 6'0 tall. I'm pretty cut and wanting to keep that look all up until the end of the summer, but i don't have to be amazingly cut until like May. Anyone got any suggestions on a possible diet to gain some really lean muscle or at least muscle and then i can cut in May. (Just trying not to gain a ton of fat while doing it)?????

[boyscouT]

Overall Nutrition: Read all stickys in the Nutrition section.
Fat loss: Read all stickys in the Losing Fat section.
Training: Read all stickys in the Workout Programs section.
Nutrition Surrounding Training: Read Alan Aragon's sticky on Pre, During, & Postworkout Nutrition.

Here's how you figure out your required cals (2 step process):
http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator/
Now that you have your BMR, use this next link to figure out your required cals.
http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-ca...dict-equation/
For cutting, I suggest -200 cals. For bulking, I suggest +200 cals.

Here's how you figure out macros:
At least 1.5g of protein per lb of bodyweight.
At least 20% of your calories should come from healthy fats.
Carbs are up to you, I recommend keeping starchy carbs @ breakfast, PreWorkout, and Post(-Post)Workout.
Smaller & more frequent meals are better for optimal absorption of nutrients.
I recommend P+C+F in every meal except preWO (P+C), immediate post workout (P+C), and bedtime (P+F).
Don't neglect fruits & veggies!
Drink at least 1 gallon of pure water a day.

Please remember the above are just guidelines.... it is your responsibility to listen to your body and adjust as necessary.