Upped Protein Cardio vs. weightlifting

4daluvof_candice

Im not sure how to ask this question but I know this so bare with me.....

I want to continue losing weight but at the same time have the lean look.
Since I recently upped my protein, will I gain initially but lose inches? I like my cardio but want to strength train 2-3 times a week along with the cardio.

Does anyone have a sample schedule on how my exercise routine should be with this increase intake of protein?
I started Monday, diary is open but want some insight before I just jump into this new routine.

Anniebotnen

You will not gain weight from added protein as long as you do not increase your calories so that you are no longer at a deficit.

Your routine will depend on your goals, how much time you have available, etc., so you really did not give enough information to come up with good, specific suggestions for you. My routine is this:

Whole body weight training, mostly compound lifts, 3 days per week, 60-75 minutes per session.

On other days:

One day per week: Zumba.
Two days per week: cardio, 30-35 minutes.
One day: rest

I also do gardening, and sometimes skip the cardio if I've spent a lot of time in the garden, digging, weeding, etc., and walk my dogs.

Good luck!

Leadfoot_Lewis

Weight gain is a result of a calorie surplus, not how much protein you take in. The reason you up your protein intake when you lift is for muscle recovery, not to lose weight-a calorie deficit, either from increasing cardio, lowering calorie intake, or both is how that happens.

Try to keep your Macros at 40%Carbs/30%Protein/30% Fat and see how that works for you.

4daluvof_candice

You will not gain weight from added protein as long as you do not increase your calories so that you are no longer at a deficit.

Your routine will depend on your goals, how much time you have available, etc., so you really did not give enough information to come up with good, specific suggestions for you. My routine is this:

Whole body weight training, mostly compound lifts, 3 days per week, 60-75 minutes per session.

On other days:

One day per week: Zumba.
Two days per week: cardio, 30-35 minutes.
One day: rest

I also do gardening, and sometimes skip the cardio if I've spent a lot of time in the garden, digging, weeding, etc., and walk my dogs.

Good luck!

The only goal I know is : I want to continue losing weight but at the same time have the lean look.

4daluvof_candice

Weight gain is a result of a calorie surplus, not how much protein you take in. The reason you up your protein intake when you lift is for muscle recovery, not to lose weight-a calorie deficit, either from increasing cardio, lowering calorie intake, or both is how that happens.

Try to keep your Macros at 40%Carbs/30%Protein/30% Fat and see how that works for you.

O Okay, I have my macros at 40%protein/30%Carbs/30% so that wouldnt be a good thing is what you're saying or it doesnt matter as long as im in my deficit im okay..?

Leadfoot_Lewis

O Okay, I have my macros at 40%protein/30%Carbs/30% so that wouldnt be a good thing is what you're saying or it doesnt matter as long as im in my deficit im okay..?

It does matter. Keep your macros @40/30/30 with a calorie deficit. The lean look you seek will be a result of a calorie deficit (see my first post). Think of macros as your energy sources. "Simply" put:

Carbs-your body's #1 energy source, more specifically, the main energy source for your liver, brain, muscles & physical activities.

Protein - Muscle rebuilding. Can also be used to fuel physical activities, but is not desirable as we want it for muscle growth. If you're taking in enough carbs, this usually isn't a problem.

Fats-Your body's #2 energy source.