Q&A for: 11-Apr-06
1504. Q:
In a question here i read that its hard to lose the last bit of fat when u are lean overall.U mentioned there that u should first obtain some muscles and after restart cutting so u could lose it.So in order to see a six pack i think u should go on a bulk up for some months and after u should slowly cut.This way u would keep ur muscles while losing the fat would lead u to finally see ur six pack.Is that correct?I mean first bulk up and after cut in order to lose the extra fat later?
I have seen in some sites that its possible to lose fat and obtain six pack in only 3 months?!I think its not correct.That cant be.More time is needed for this.What is ur opinion on this?
A:
Yup, if you're fairly lean already without much muscles and with some fat on your stomach, your best chance of getting the six-pack is probably to first bulk up (as always, gain weight very slowly, on a clean healthy diet, and while doing whole-body weight training) and then cut.
As far as those three-month-sixpack sites... if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is :) For every guy who is able to get the six-pack in three months, there're a couple dozen who can't. Getting the six-pack is NOT easy and will take longer than 3 months for an average Joe.
1505. Q:
hi mike im the guy from 1490 , how much fat should i intake daily
A:
At your age and activity level you really don't need to worry about eating too much, whether of fat or carbs or whatever. Instead you should focus on eating healthy foods and not junk. For fats, healthy choices include extra virgin olive oil, raw or dry-roasted nuts and seeds, avocados, eggs, and fatty fish like salmon. You'll also get plenty of fats from beef or pork or dark meats if you eat them. But again, don't worry how much you eat but rather about what you eat. If you're not sure what foods are healthy, check out my nutrition article.
Simple rule of thumb is that what grows or lives naturally is usually good for you and what comes packaged in a box is usually not! By that rule you can easily see that bananas and eggs and salmon are good for you while diet coke and frosted mini-wheats and caesar salad dressing are not.
If you absolutely want to know how much to eat, fill out my fitness guide -- it'll give you a diet suggestion with protein/carbs/fats total at the bottom. But my advice to you would be to just eat healthy, eat plenty and not worry about over- or undereating.
1506. Q:
Hey, just wondering about an aspect of my weight training. I am just starting out, and I find that 15lb is a good starting weight, as it feels rather heavy to me. The problem is, I only have one 15lb weight. At the moment I am unable to buy another 15lb weight - would it be unsafe, unhealthy, or alter the efficiency of my training (to lose weight) if, for the time being, I used a 15lb and 10lb weight?
What I mean is, a 15lb in one hand, 10lb in the other, do half the exercise then switch the 15lb to my other hand, and like-wise to the 10lb. If you understand what I mean, it would be helpful, as I want to start on your dumbbell-only program ASAP but I am unsure if I can use two different weight until I have time to get another 15lb.
Thanks, and great jon with the website.
A:
I would really recommend getting another 15-pounder. Chances are you'll be OK for a while doing what you're doing (switching hands every set), but in general you really want to be lifting same weight with both arms on every set. Otherwise you risk asymmetric development or even injuries, especially when you start pushing yourself harder. So while you can start with your current arrangement I recommend getting another 15-pounder as soon as you can. Good job starting with training and best of luck!
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