Hey all. For the past 2 years I was going to the gym for overall fitness and to lose weight. I was an out of shape college kid who could hardly run a mile without dying. I dropped at least 20lbs and can now run 5 miles with ease. I attended the police academy after getting fit and became even more so.
Im at the point where my fitness goals have changed. I would always hit the weight room and alternate cardio as well, but all that did was help me lose weight and tone up.
Im not looking to gain massive amounts of uncut muscle, but Im looking to definately increase my muscle mass. Ive always been skinny and would appreciate staying that way. Im a relatively strong guy, but I could use more when it comes to my upper body and midsection.
Unfortunately because all my fitness research and reading over the past 2 years has been focused on losing weight and getting fit, I never payed much attention on how to properly gain muscle.
I have increased my caloric intake. Plenty of lean meat, whole grains and carbs and protein shakes. No junk or soda.
Ive cut back the cardio a bit, but I dont want to lose my speed or stamina as it is an important part of my career.
How does one go about starting this. I can definately tell I put on a pound or two in the past 2 weeks, but I feel its either water or just fat.
Should I focus more upon weight training for longer periods and more weight. I used to do lower weights and a large amount of reps. Is it time to change.
Someone help a brotha out. haha.
Im at the point where my fitness goals have changed. I would always hit the weight room and alternate cardio as well, but all that did was help me lose weight and tone up.
Im not looking to gain massive amounts of uncut muscle, but Im looking to definately increase my muscle mass. Ive always been skinny and would appreciate staying that way. Im a relatively strong guy, but I could use more when it comes to my upper body and midsection.
Unfortunately because all my fitness research and reading over the past 2 years has been focused on losing weight and getting fit, I never payed much attention on how to properly gain muscle.
I have increased my caloric intake. Plenty of lean meat, whole grains and carbs and protein shakes. No junk or soda.
Ive cut back the cardio a bit, but I dont want to lose my speed or stamina as it is an important part of my career.
How does one go about starting this. I can definately tell I put on a pound or two in the past 2 weeks, but I feel its either water or just fat.
Should I focus more upon weight training for longer periods and more weight. I used to do lower weights and a large amount of reps. Is it time to change.
Someone help a brotha out. haha.