Ok since last January I went from 225 to currently 155. I'm 5' 5" (male), so I'm actually shooting for a weight of 145-150. I do cardio 4-5 times a week and lift about 4 times a week (rotating chest, shoulders, arms, back) I also do abs like 3 times a week. My cardio consists of 40 min runs. 31 mins regular running and then 9 minutes of HIIT stuff. One of my running days I reserve for pure long distance (45-50 minute run). My stamina has increased exponentially - I do about 4.5-5.5 miles in my runs. I have increased strength in all my lifting areas. (esp chest and arms) (for ex. bench went from 95 lbs to 155 lbs., preacher curls started at approx. 75lbs to currently at 105lbs) Keeping same sets/reps.
My lifting regime usually consists of 4 sets of 10 reps. Increasing weights 1-3 and then going back down on the fourth. I usually lift before I run. I eat pretty healthy. Lean proteins, good complex carbs,etc.
Should I continue with the strength? Or go more for lower sets/reps and a heavier weight? My goal is to lose those last couple of pounds. I would prefer to keep my muscle as I do it, but I don't mind rebuilding after I cut.
Any suggestions welcomed.
My lifting regime usually consists of 4 sets of 10 reps. Increasing weights 1-3 and then going back down on the fourth. I usually lift before I run. I eat pretty healthy. Lean proteins, good complex carbs,etc.
Should I continue with the strength? Or go more for lower sets/reps and a heavier weight? My goal is to lose those last couple of pounds. I would prefer to keep my muscle as I do it, but I don't mind rebuilding after I cut.
Any suggestions welcomed.
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