Lose Weight or Bulk...What One Do I Do??

[korndog]

I am beginning to lift weights again after a 10 year break. I know I am over weight and out of shape, but due to eating horrible the last 10 years I have lost all my muscle. I am afraid if I cut right now I will have no muscle underneath. Should I concentrate on bulking right now and eating more calories or should I cut right now and pray I don't look like a twig?

5 foot 9
200 pounds
35 years old
(est) 22% bodyfat

 

[biggie07]

I would honestly start with a good balance of both. ease back into it with doing your regular lifts and at least 25-30 min of cardio, 3-4 times a week. And eating a good balanced diet and caloric intaken for your weight. That way u got a good building block and can start somewhere. Plus be motivated to hit the gym again.

 

[montesj88]

You should definitely start cutting. Cut and see what you have to work with, then go all out with a bulk.