Hi, I have been researching and reading posts in here for a while and thought it was finally time to post. I am 26yo female, 5' 10" (more on the masculine side, the way I like it!!) and I weigh approx 230lbs probably about 35-40%. I want to get down to about 170-180lbs and am willing to do anything, within reason! I have battled on and off for years with my weight and 7 years ago managed to lose about 40lbs but just never managed to get any lower since! I have a naturally bigger build but I am sort of in proportion if that makes sense...
I not only want to get my weight down I would also love to sculpt muscle/bulk up but am willing to attack one thing at a time! My one downfall is a mega sweet-tooth...
My diet and exercise program : I am open to suggestions. Also I work nights getting home about 0300ish...
Morning workout = 40mins cardio (cross trainer/spin bike) and 20mins dumbbell arm exercises
Meal 1 (0830) = Oats with low fat milk (can I add anything to sweeten?!??)
Meal 2 (1200) = Meat (chicken/steak/fish) with salad or veggies
Afternoon workout = Pretty similar to morning workout or swimming
Meal 3 (1530) = Fruit and raw veggies (atm, any better suggestions??)
Meal 4 (1900) = Meat (chicken/steak/fish) with salad or veggies
Meal 5 (2230) = Yoghurt or fruit and raw veggies (atm, any better suggestions??)
With a "cheat" meal 1-3 times a week - I just can't seem to help myself!
Im not very knowledgable about what to eat and the only thing I will not eat is eggs. I am unsure if I should use a pre/post workout shake or what I should be eating and when. I get the calories in has to be less than calories out but am unsure if my intake is too low? Too high?? I understand protein helps repair muscle etc and carbs for fuel.
I am more interested in woking out at home, I have free weights, fit ball and cross trainer, but if really necessary I do have access to a gym. Ironically would like to look better before I go there!!
I am interested too in any help with or advice to if I need any supplements?? Thermo fat burners?? Natural testosterone boosters?? Anti estrogens?? HGH?? Carb blockers?? No explod?? Lipo 6?? I have done some research but would rather hear from "experts" like you guys. Just to reiterate my goals - weight loss and build muscle. And I am more on the masculine side of female and thats the way I like it!!!
Any help will be greatly appreciated, and any questions please ask - I'm trying to be as honest as possible.
Cheers and thanks in advance.
I not only want to get my weight down I would also love to sculpt muscle/bulk up but am willing to attack one thing at a time! My one downfall is a mega sweet-tooth...
My diet and exercise program : I am open to suggestions. Also I work nights getting home about 0300ish...
Morning workout = 40mins cardio (cross trainer/spin bike) and 20mins dumbbell arm exercises
Meal 1 (0830) = Oats with low fat milk (can I add anything to sweeten?!??)
Meal 2 (1200) = Meat (chicken/steak/fish) with salad or veggies
Afternoon workout = Pretty similar to morning workout or swimming
Meal 3 (1530) = Fruit and raw veggies (atm, any better suggestions??)
Meal 4 (1900) = Meat (chicken/steak/fish) with salad or veggies
Meal 5 (2230) = Yoghurt or fruit and raw veggies (atm, any better suggestions??)
With a "cheat" meal 1-3 times a week - I just can't seem to help myself!
Im not very knowledgable about what to eat and the only thing I will not eat is eggs. I am unsure if I should use a pre/post workout shake or what I should be eating and when. I get the calories in has to be less than calories out but am unsure if my intake is too low? Too high?? I understand protein helps repair muscle etc and carbs for fuel.
I am more interested in woking out at home, I have free weights, fit ball and cross trainer, but if really necessary I do have access to a gym. Ironically would like to look better before I go there!!
I am interested too in any help with or advice to if I need any supplements?? Thermo fat burners?? Natural testosterone boosters?? Anti estrogens?? HGH?? Carb blockers?? No explod?? Lipo 6?? I have done some research but would rather hear from "experts" like you guys. Just to reiterate my goals - weight loss and build muscle. And I am more on the masculine side of female and thats the way I like it!!!
Any help will be greatly appreciated, and any questions please ask - I'm trying to be as honest as possible.
Cheers and thanks in advance.