Layer of fat over my muscle!

happyfit11

I have a layer of fat on my body (esp. my stomach and thighs) that I really want to get off! I've heard a lot of people encourage strength training for this, however, my legs are already pretty muscular -I don't want them to grow any bigger! I really just want to unveil the muscles that I already have that are hidden underneath all this fat!
I dance 2 days a week for 2 hrs which really works my muscles, I also go to the gym and power walk at an incline, run, use the arc/elliptical trainer, swim laps occasionally -and I usually do ab work with a 10lb medicine ball and do some dumbbell work (5 to10 lbs) on my arms (i need to get more routine with it though).

Is cardio my answer? Extreme control over what I eat? I try really hard to eat healthy -but I still eat meat (mainly chicken & tuna) and carbs. . I really enjoy all kinds of food so I haven't been very routine with my eating (like chicken with broccoli/green beans every single day, which is what I know a lot of fit people do). .

I wanna get rid of this layer of fat! About 15lbs. .but I don't want to increase the muscle on my legs.

I've been having a really hard time seeing any results, and I've been trying to lose weight for monnths!

Any advice??

Sidesteal

1) Eat at a moderate caloric deficit. 20% Under TDEE is a good start.
2) Lift weights, moderately heavy.
3) Consume adequate macronutrition. See below link.
4) Get rest.
5) Repeat.
6) Don't try to micromanage all the other crap that doesn't matter.


Supplementary knowledge: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=121703981

In closing: You won't bulk up. 1) above keeps this under control.

wackyfunster

Done in one. Bravo sir.

happyfit11

Thanks! I'll check out the link and give it all I've got!

iWaffle

In closing: You won't bulk up.

Ah, you beat me too it. Nothing for me to add except that your back shot is awesome.

marquesajen

Like others said, lift moderately heavy, keep doing your dance, and eat clean.

andreacord

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JennieAL

1) Eat at a moderate caloric deficit. 20% Under TDEE is a good start.
2) Lift weights, moderately heavy.
3) Consume adequate macronutrition. See below link.
4) Get rest.
5) Repeat.
6) Don't try to micromanage all the other crap that doesn't matter.


Supplementary knowledge: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=121703981

In closing: You won't bulk up. 1) above keeps this under control.

I'm doing this and it's working. I have what my husband refers to as "thicker thighs" and a generous *kitten* for my small frame... I too have had similar concerns as you, OP... nothing to worry about. Eating at a deficit and lifting "heavy" is leaning me out down there a bit... and tightening everything up!

SierraElegance

I do six days a week of resistance/incline cardio for an hour each time, and do 5 days a week of lifting as heavy as I can. Sometimes I have high rep days (sets of 20-30-40) which makes me have to lift less, but I still lift until fatigue. I can barely finish the last reps. I also do sprints one day a week. Do I look bulky?

Kristy_Elizabeth

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Annafly3

BUMP

SirZee

Bumper cars?

squishycow7

http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/07/21/meet-staci-your-new-powerlifting-super-hero/

'nuff said. good luck!

Tzippy7

everyone says you wont bulk up on a deficit but I did lol so just figure out what works for you.

KarinFit4Life

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TavistockToad

I do six days a week of resistance/incline cardio for an hour each time, and do 5 days a week of lifting as heavy as I can. Sometimes I have high rep days (sets of 20-30-40) which makes me have to lift less, but I still lift until fatigue. I can barely finish the last reps. I also do sprints one day a week. Do I look bulky?

Just wanted to say, wow, wow WOW!!!! U look amazing, ur before and afters are so inspiring!!!

DixiedoesMFP

Sidesteal gave me the same advice about six months ago.

<---- Proof that he knows what he's talking about (yeah, I still have a ways to go but it's coming!)

EAH123

I so need to print off this advice. Even though I still have more to lose, I'd like to shed the fat I know is covering the muscle. Thanks!

Nigerianebony

1) Eat at a moderate caloric deficit. 20% Under TDEE is a good start.
2) Lift weights, moderately heavy.
3) Consume adequate macronutrition. See below link.
4) Get rest.
5) Repeat.
6) Don't try to micromanage all the other crap that doesn't matter.


Supplementary knowledge: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=121703981

In closing: You won't bulk up. 1) above keeps this under control.

Nicely put!!!!

HeidiMightyRawr

1) Eat at a moderate caloric deficit. 20% Under TDEE is a good start.
2) Lift weights, moderately heavy.
3) Consume adequate macronutrition. See below link.
4) Get rest.
5) Repeat.
6) Don't try to micromanage all the other crap that doesn't matter.


Supplementary knowledge: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=121703981

In closing: You won't bulk up. 1) above keeps this under control.

Yep,this! They won't get any bigger, it's almost impossible to build muscle on a deficit, and hard for a woman full stop!

kdiamond

1) Eat at a moderate caloric deficit. 20% Under TDEE is a good start.
2) Lift weights, moderately heavy.
3) Consume adequate macronutrition. See below link.
4) Get rest.
5) Repeat.
6) Don't try to micromanage all the other crap that doesn't matter.


Supplementary knowledge: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=121703981

In closing: You won't bulk up. 1) above keeps this under control.

Listen to this guy!!! I'm 110 pounds with a petite frame and I lift heavy. Trust me you won't bulk up unless you eat a ton and/or take supplements, even then it is HARD to do for a female.