It is not possible to build muscle while also reduce fat. This is impossible. Most women give up when they try to do both simultaneously. You must do both gaining muscle mass and losing fat in phases.
You will need to lose some body fat in order to achieve chiseled-cut muscles. Burning off fat will allow deeper muscle cuts to be visible. You don’t wish to lose the hard-earned muscle you have worked so hard to build, but you would like to reduce your fat.
Remember that cutting and diet is a very difficult task and requires a lot of effort. It is important to diet when trying to lose weight. This must always be followed and done correctly. You need to follow six steps to get a chiseled physique.
Eat every 3 or 4 hours. Make sure you eat at least five to six times a day. By eating at least 5-6 times a day, you will keep your metabolism in top shape and burn more calories throughout the day. These meals must be separated by 3-4 hours. It will also prevent intense hunger pangs which can bring your willpower to its knees. It takes time for your brain registers that you have eaten.
Eighty six the bread and dairy product. They are good for gaining size but should be avoided during the next three month when trying to lose fat. Bodybuilders know that they have to avoid dairy and bread.
Eat your protein. Consume at least 1 gram of per 2.2 pounds body weight each day. It is important to consume enough protein to prevent your body from using its own sources of energy, which can lead to muscle loss. You can get good sources of protein from chicken and eggs. Every meal should include some form of protein. Make sure that you don’t exceed 20 percent of your total calories per day.
Focus on complex carbohydrates. You can get them from potatoes, brown or white rice, butternut squashes, peas and whole grains like millet, wild rice and quinoa. These carbohydrates have a lower glycemic indices, causing less fluctuations in blood sugar and insulin than sugars. This is important, because insulin spikes can promote fat storage while you are trying to lose weight. In the cutting phase, carbs should make up about 40 percent of your total calories.
Eat lots of vegetables with low calories. During the “cutting phase”, try eating tomatoes, cucumbers and onions. Also, broccoli, peppers and baby marrow. This is a great way to fill up on food without eating a lot of calories.
Train with an empty stomach. Avoid eating much during the two hours before every workout. It is important to not have too much carbs in your body when you exercise, as this can cause an unwanted fat-sparing reaction. Pre-workout drinks of 4 ounces orange juice and 4 ounces water are ideal if you exercise first thing in morning. You want to exercise on an empty stomach but you also don’t want to run out of fuel in the middle of your workout. Fill up on carbs and proteins within the first two hours after your workout. This is when your body will be most likely to store energy and synthesize protein for muscle building.
