Can I lose fat & gain muscle at the same time?

digidoomed

Might be a dumb question but hey. So basically I would like to get rid of some body fat, but I also want to build muscle in spots like my arms & thighs as well as overall strength. Would I have to choose one to achieve first? For example, should I focus on cutting first and then focus on muscle gainz once I reach my weight goal? I would like to add I do lift weights now and have some definition starting in my arms and my thighs are pretty solid (with the exception of my dreaded inner thighs) so I assume I'm putting on some muscle, but any insight would be cool

AnvilHead

Watch this video by Eric Helms - It's well worth your time, he explains it better than anybody here could: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFo_wQq8M3Q

thathoodieguy

I am on the same journey.

Juan2manyTacos

Depends on your diet (caloric intake) and your fitness level. In short, start working out regularly and eating healthy or creating a caloric deficit and you will achieve both.

sardelsa

Yes it's possible.. but it depends on your stats, it works best if you are at a good weight for your height but still a higher bodyfat than you would like. It also depends on your end physique goals.

This thread should help:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10177803/recomposition-maintaining-weight-while-losing-fat/p1