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How best to increase lean body mass?

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TrucksAndDinosaurs · 28/12/2013 00:51

I've got a bit too lean and am slightly worried that I've dropped 5lb lean body mass as well as dropping body fat. Info pasted from trainer using callipers below.

Oct 7th- BF% 17%
Fat Weight - 22.63 lbs
Lean Body Weight - 110.37 lbs

Dec. 27 BF% 15.73%
Fat Weight - 19.66 lbs
Lean Body Weight - 105.37lb

What's the best way for me to protect my lean body mass and bulk up a bit?

Currently I eat about 100g carbs daily, about 1800 calories and do dance/strength training 5x week: pole fitness, barre, yoga and Jillian Michaels DVDs which are HIIT, abs, cardio and strength.

I like being lean and ripped and strong but don't want to get too drawn and haggard

I prefer body weight/free weight training at home in short bursts. I can't access a gym.

Tia. :)

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EarSlaps · 28/12/2013 08:48

I know someone on another thread who might be able to help with this- I'll try and send her over. I think she mostly follows the advice on Lean Gains website.

I guess you'll need to up your calories a bit, I know you've said before that you're not a fan of protein shakes but I think they could be useful as an after workout boost. Try some different flavours (I like vanilla or chocolate flavours best), or mix powder into a smoothie type drink.

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TrucksAndDinosaurs · 28/12/2013 01:19

Ps: all I can find is male body builder stuff. Stuff about testosterone. Protein powder, raw egg, blah.
Women who are ripped and strong and lean and agile - can you help!? :)

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