Effective Macros for Lean Bulking

LondonIron · Post by **LondonIron** » Sat Jan 24, 2026 2:30 am

Starting a lean bulk. Thinking of a 300 calorie surplus. What is everyone running for P/C/F splits?

MidlandsMass · Post by **MidlandsMass** » Sat Jan 24, 2026 3:15 am

I stick to 1g protein per lb of BW, 0.4g fat, and the rest carbs. Works like a charm.

IronBlokeUK · Post by **IronBlokeUK** » Sat Jan 24, 2026 3:45 am

300 is safe. Any higher and I just get soft around the middle.

BarbellBrit · Post by **BarbellBrit** » Sat Jan 24, 2026 4:40 am

Are you timing your carbs around the workout?

ProperGainz · Post by **ProperGainz** » Sat Jan 24, 2026 5:10 am

Peri-workout nutrition is key for the lean bulk. Most of my carbs are pre/intra/post.

LondonIron · Post by **LondonIron** » Sat Jan 24, 2026 6:00 am

Yeah, I plan on a high carb intra-workout drink.

MidlandsMass · Post by **MidlandsMass** » Sat Jan 24, 2026 6:40 am

Cyclic dextrin? Or just Gatorade?

LondonIron · Post by **LondonIron** » Sat Jan 24, 2026 7:20 am

Cluster dextrin. A bit pricier but easier on the stomach.

IronBlokeUK · Post by **IronBlokeUK** » Sat Jan 24, 2026 7:50 am

Don't overcomplicate it. Rice and chicken still builds the most muscle.

BarbellBrit · Post by **BarbellBrit** » Sat Jan 24, 2026 8:25 am

Agreed. Simple foods are better for digestion.