Whats the best way to bulk up AND lose fat?
In my experience, the best way is to do one (gain lean body mass), then the other (lose bad body mass- fat), by developing good eating habits (what you eat) while changing HOW you exercise. In your case, you can focus on mass gain, with minimal fat loss. Some experts have different opinions: Men’s Fitness: “2 Experts” Article Google Answers Thread Other Links: Google Search on “gain+mass+program+same+time+lose+fat” Common Fitness Myths Article with tips on gaining mass. ‘ Hope this helps.
Realize that (assuming you’re not going to take performance enhancing drugs) genetics plays a large part on how bulky your muscles can get. Chances are you won’t look like a pro body-builder no matter how much you work out or how much you eat. That said, probably the best you can do is eat 3 healthy meals (4 if you want to gain weight) a day and do a mix of aerobic (running, biking, swimming, etc) and anaerobic (weight-lifting) exercise several times a week. The aerobic exercise will improve your heart and lungs and trim fat. The anaerobic exercise will build muscle. John Stone’s site talks a lot about his workouts and meals and also chronicles his progress with pictures.
