Hi,
I am new to lifting weights and am not sure if I should be bulking or cutting. I am looking for muscle gains but I'm not sure if it would be wise to do a cycle of cutting before I start bulking. I am currently 5' 5" and weigh 115 pounds. Lifting 4 times a week along with 30 minutes of cardio on those same 4 days if that matters.
Thank you!
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06-27-2016, 03:39 PM #1Registered User
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Cut or bulk?
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06-27-2016, 06:44 PM #2Registered User
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I would say maybe start out with a short maybe 3-4 week cut and then begin a slow lean mass phase! But if you're brand new to lifting you will see muscular progress no matter which route you decide to take.Originally Posted by Stephdancer
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06-27-2016, 11:13 PM #3Common sense/moderation.
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Bulk at ~1 pound per month and add some muscle mass.
Short cuts to success are often paved with lies.
1/13/16: Massive hernia.
5/10/16: Finally back to lifting, light but improving.
Why Teens shouldn't cut/Lack of progress thread- http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=169272763&p=1397509823#post1397509823
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06-27-2016, 11:18 PM #4Registered User
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Go on a slow bulk, gain more muscle overall and most importantly them gainz for the booooooootay.
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06-27-2016, 11:26 PM #5Registered User
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Originally Posted by Stephdancer
Slow and controlled bulk. 4 Times a week of lifting is perfect. You should be putting on muscle regardless if you're new. Good luck!
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06-27-2016, 11:49 PM #6Gaintaining
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As a beginner you can build muscle and lose fat without cutting or bulking.Originally Posted by Stephdancer
Do that first, then slowly raise calories in order to fuel further progress on your lifts.Recommended science based fitness & nutrition information:
Alan Aragon https://alanaragon.com/
Brad Schoenfeld http://www.lookgreatnaked.com/
James Krieger https://weightology.net/
Jorn Trommelen http://www.nutritiontactics.com/
Eric Helms & Team3DMJ https://3dmusclejourney.com/
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