I'm going to try to explain my situation in as few words as possible:
I'm 17 (M), and I'm trying to gain muscle and cut fat to both feel better about myself, and to make things easier on myself for physical labor during my summer job. I've been working out on and off for the last couple of years, but for my final semester of high school I finally have time after school free of extra-curriculars and sports. I've been working out consistently, with my goals being 3 times a week with a sugar/pop/chip free diet. For the last month I've been better at sticking to my goals than I have ever before, but I'm noticing less results than when I was more inconsistent. My workouts consist of alternating days of full body strength and circuits (both set up by a qualified fitness staff member at my gym whom I trust knows what he is doing) with the goal of increasing strength and endurance.
Is my problem trying to cut puppy fat and gain muscle at the same time? Does running a surplus of calories mean that I'll gain both muscle and fat, and running a deficit mean that I can't gain muscle? It's also nearly impossible to count calories because I'm still eating home cooked meals, and my Mom frowns upon "calorie counting" and "bodybuilding" so I wouldn't be able to ask her to keep track. Should I even bother with calorie counting if I'm guessing half the time? If you guys/gals have some advice on what I could be doing differently, I would really appreciate the help.
And I did try the wiki and FAQ, and I didn't really find the answers I was looking for, so I hope it's ok I made a post.
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