First time post in this topic but hoping someone will be able to advise me.
I have recently started working on my physique (looking to compete in women's bikini next year as a first timer).
I have done research and followed various blogs and accounts of other women who compete and have been working hard in the gym 5 days a week with two rest days. Luckily I have very good genetics and a natural slim figure so have very small amount of body fat and I'm already quite lean.
I've been building up my strength using weights and cable machines and am very slowly seeing results however I have a feeling the reason my body isn't changing as quickly as I would have expected is down to my diet. If anyone has any tips I will be so grateful.
My diet is currently as follows;
Oats for breakfast with a protein shake.
Mid morning snack of an apple with peanut butter.
Bagel with whole breast of chicken for lunch.
2 whole eggs (either in a protein shake or poached) with 2 slices of brown bread for a snack.
Whole chicken breast or piece of cod, with rice and broccoli for evening meal.
Protein shake and oats for supper.
I haven't had much guidance in regards to diet so just trying to keep my protein carbs and fats as per my weight which is currently 115lb. I was told a gram of protein per lb and 1.5g carbs per pound. Does this sound correct?