Thanks for all the great advice, It helps a lot. One thing I'd like an opinion on is after I do a tough gym workout, am I gaining any muscle during the soreness period if I'm on a calorie deficient diet?

Hi! I'm a 21 year old , 6' and 190lbs. I've done weight training before when I was in High School, but along with everything else that we did in athletics I'm confused on where to pick up again, and what to expect. I'd love some help. Being in College and trying to eat on $20 a week has wrecked diet...