Hello,
I’ve been following BBM for a while off and on, and recently desired to get myself into shape!
I was coming to the forums to possible get some insight on where I should start regarding a workout template and nutrition. Currently:
Age : 25
Height: 5ft 7.75inches
Weight: 210 lbs
Waist/Bodyfat: Never measured(will do this to track), but am definetly overweight, would say bodyfat should definitely be over 25%
Goals: Lose Bodyfat, gain muscle. Recomp and take this fat off me and get some gains!
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I understand I should be on a deficit obviously, but the specifics on nutrition are a bit hazy for me. I have read Jordan’s article To Be A Beast, and using the numbers provided I would be eating about 2400 calories (from formula of protein + carbs + fats). Personally I think may be a bit high, but am I right in assuming I start here, track my progress and adjust based on where my waist/weight end up being in a few weeks?
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In terms of the template workout to choose, I had previously been on the StrongLifts 5x5 workout, but only for about 2 months. About 7 years ago I have had surgery on my left knee (LCL) where part of my meniscus was removed because it was torn. After squatting my knee would always swell up, and caused a bit of discomfort when continuing to squat. I stopped and then never got back on it again, and now I believe this may be because of the high squat volume? Nonetheless I am wondering what might be the best template to go onto here. I have heard things about the Bridge Program and the Beginner Program, but wasn’t sure which may be the best for me. I am willing to continue to squat because I do believe it would be important, but may need to monitor the knee for the future. Any advice? Thank you!
