What type of diet to start on

[ozjay]

Hi All,
I have been vegan for almost a year now after a few failed attempts it's for good now. I am about to start training but i am wondering about the type of diet i should follow. I have a bit of a big gut right now, should i follow one of the bodybuilding diets which have seem to be geared for bulking up, or should i look for a weight loss diet, if so can i still gain muscle mass or should i lose my gut first and then start body building.

Thanks for any help
ozjay

[C.O.]

Sounds like you want to burn fat. As you build muscle your metabolism will increase and the weight will come off faster. I wouldn't start by bulking if you are trying to work on losing your gut though, that wouldn't make sense.
I recently started a side business of building fitness based meal plans. I wouldn't charge you hardly anything because you are a forum member here and I am just getting started, I've only had 3 clients so far.
Private message me if interested.

And welcome to the group,

-Dylan

[ryansmith]

What do you want to do lose a weight? or you want to build a muscle. I am confused

[ozjay]

I want to build muscle , but have a bit of a gut to get rid of and am not sure if i should be doing only cardio until i get rid of my gut before lifting weights , and eating a muscle gaining diet

[stcalico]

As a 'beginner' you may be able to do both (lose weight & gain muscle) at the same time.. for a short time anyway. Just get started!

Here is an article about how to lose belly fat.