Why should I keep cutting?

[Shankapotamus]

I'm currently at 20% bodyfat and I'm wondering why I shouldn't do a 300 cal surplus bulk. Are there any negatives to a slow bulk at higher bf% rather than low bf%?

Thanks for any/all opinions.

[vismal]

I'm currently at 20% bodyfat and I'm wondering why I shouldn't do a 300 cal surplus bulk. Are there any negatives to a slow bulk at higher bf% rather than low bf%?

Thanks for any/all opinions.

There are always pro's and con's to both sides. Some would say if you have little LBM then bulking is good because it will give you something to show when you finally do cut. Others would argue that if BF is high then a cut first is best because when you finally do get to bulk you will be able to see the results better. The bottom line, gaining LBM or losing fat will make you look better just in different ways. If you want to gain some mass, DO IT!

[Jakegreentree]

i would suggest getting down to 13% then cut/bulk between 13-15%. In this bodyfat the weight is maintainable, your still a decent bodyfat and the difference in gains wont be any different to someone in the 20% range.

13-15% is healthier, you'll feel better and look better

[Shankapotamus]

i would suggest getting down to 13% then cut/bulk between 13-15%. In this bodyfat the weight is maintainable, your still a decent bodyfat and the difference in gains wont be any different to someone in the 20% range.

13-15% is healthier, you'll feel better and look better

What is the benefit of cutting now rather than later if the gains are the same? Wouldn't it be easier and more encouraging to cut with a higher LBM? I know I won't look like a million bucks, but that doesn't bother me.

[butt_sahib911]

Theres nothing wrong with it i guess, but why would you want to do that?
I mean, your going to gain fat on your surplus. 500 surplus would mean something around a pound a week or less, but still, it does add up. Youll just start feeling fatter right? Also, when youll be bulking, i guess itll be impossible to tell how your muscles are growing. You wont know whats fat and whats muscle and how much muscle you put up.

Why would you want to yourself through that? It seems its more logical to get rid of your bodyfat first right?

[ejthomp]

I'm currently at 20% bodyfat and I'm wondering why I shouldn't do a 300 cal surplus bulk. Are there any negatives to a slow bulk at higher bf% rather than low bf%?

Thanks for any/all opinions.

You are 16 years old..... I wouldn't have the same advice if you were 36 or even 26.

20% body fat at your age is healthy and if your intentions are to gain muscle mass, there is nothing wrong with a CONTROLLED, SLOW bulk. SLOW!!!! I'm talking about gaining about one pound per MONTH for the next year...basically staying where you are and lifting heavy.

LIFT HEAVY. Good things will happen.

[justanothagirl]

You are 16 years old..... I wouldn't have the same advice if you were 36 or even 26.

20% body fat at your age is healthy and if your intentions are to gain muscle mass, there is nothing wrong with a CONTROLLED, SLOW bulk. SLOW!!!! I'm talking about gaining about one pound per MONTH for the next year...basically staying where you are and lifting heavy.

LIFT HEAVY. Good things will happen.

I agree

[dmacdonal9]

You are 16 years old..... I wouldn't have the same advice if you were 36 or even 26.

20% body fat at your age is healthy and if your intentions are to gain muscle mass, there is nothing wrong with a CONTROLLED, SLOW bulk. SLOW!!!! I'm talking about gaining about one pound per MONTH for the next year...basically staying where you are and lifting heavy.

LIFT HEAVY. Good things will happen.

Yep, that's the difference, I think it's so much simpler when you're still growing.

[vismal]

Didn't even notice your age... Agree with the rest. Not only would it be ok, it is probably the best idea. Your hormones are better geared for growth then they will be at any other point in your life. Take advantage! That being said don't go hog wild and start eating everything in site! Nice slow gains will do you well.

[Rypt1]

You are 16 years old..... I wouldn't have the same advice if you were 36 or even 26.

20% body fat at your age is healthy and if your intentions are to gain muscle mass, there is nothing wrong with a CONTROLLED, SLOW bulk. SLOW!!!! I'm talking about gaining about one pound per MONTH for the next year...basically staying where you are and lifting heavy.

LIFT HEAVY. Good things will happen.

^^^^ Yup, I agree with this

I agree

Yep, that's the difference, I think it's so much simpler when you're still growing.

[Shankapotamus]

Thanks for the feedback, guys. Gonna start working on this.