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Which is better cutting or bulking?
If your goal is to gain muscle and strength and you aren’t concerned with gaining a bit of fat in the process, a bulk may be a good choice. On the other hand, if you’re looking to lose fat and maintain muscle, a cut may be more in line with your goals. For individualized guidance, consult a registered dietitian.
Is bulking harder than cutting?
Varies from person to person but in most cases it’s easier to bulk and then cut for better gains. Professional bodybuilders bulk for most part of the year and then cut when they near competition season. If you’re not going to compete,= but want to look good year round. Do micro bulking and micro cutting.
How long should you cut before bulking?
Some trainees may be best off bulking for 6 months before aiming to lose fat, while others can bulk for years on end without ever worrying about a cutting phase at all. The first thing to consider is how much muscle you ultimately want to carry.
When to switch from cutting to bulking?
Always bulk if you are close to or below 8\% or 17\% body fat for men or women,respectively.
Should I cut or carry on bulking?
If you are above 10\% body fat or look slightly chubby you should probably cut first. If you are ready to bulk up you might want to try this workout to bulk up and remember how much you should eat while you are in that phase so that you don’t gain an excess amount of fat. Below are a few tips on how to cut but before we get to that here are a few reasons you should consider cutting first. Reasons to Cut First. You look better lean
How long should bulking/cutting phases be?
The cutting phase is usually completed within 4 to 12 weeks. Many athletes prefer to do it during the heavy winter months. This phase includes – as in the bulking phase – a nutrition and physical activity program designed for this phase. The goal of this diet is to reduce body fat dramatically, the so-called “complete drying” in the gym.