Advice for a beginner please

benjaminharrison1990

Hi guys,
I just need some advice, i am new to training.
I am 28, 6ft and around 175lbs. I dont hav much muscle and have some excess fat, love handles and chest. Id probably be classed as skinny fat.

I wanted to know if im eating on a SMALL calorie deficit (2200 cal a day) will i be able to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time? As i am a noob.
The calorie calculator says i need 2350 calories.

Any advice will be appreciated

sugaraddict4321

Welcome to the MFP Community.

If you're just starting out, take a look at this thread:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10300331/most-helpful-posts-getting-started-must-reads#latest

It's a list of the "most helpful" threads, as recommended by members of the community

AnnPT77

You're already well into the normal BMI range (BMI 23.7, normal is 18.5-24.9).

It's possible, maybe even likely (but not guaranteed) that you could begin adding muscle mass in a very small deficit, assuming a well-designed progressive weight training program, and good nutrition including adequate protein. You can certainly begin adding strength, and maintain existing muscle mass while losing weight, if you choose to go that route.

Sugar gave you link to good general advice. You might be specifically interested in this thread:

https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10177803/recomposition-maintaining-weight-while-losing-fat

LyndaBSS

Welcome to the community!

I wish you well on your journey!