Thread: Optimum # of calories

Originally Posted by Super Hulk

What is the Optimum # of calories to eat to gain muscle and lose fat ?
i dont want to eat too little or to much

SO many variables to consider in this equation. Metabolism, how active you are, the types of calories you're eating.. There is no single optimal number; each person is different. Best thing to do is to count calories and log the effects. Through trial and error, you will find out how many calories you will need to meet your goals.

Originally Posted by Super Hulk

What is the Optimum # of calories to eat to gain muscle and lose fat ?
i dont want to eat too little or to much

Very few people, and even then only beginners in most cases, can do both of those things at once. Unless you're pretty overweight, you really need to focus on one or the other. Most people bulk for awhile, then cut, then repeat.

When you want to gain muscle effectively you're in caloric surplus. When you want to lose weight you're in caloric deficit. When you try to balance the two you end up right in the middle going nowhere and getting pissed the fuck off. Pick a goal.

In my opinion % are worthelss... You need to use your lean mass as an indicator as to whether or not you are eating appropriately...

Calories
Protein
Essential fats
Fibre/ vitamins and minerals
Appropriate pre and post-workout nutrition


Get those, and the rest is really 'fluff'...