Hi there, Muscle building requires using weights that are 70-80% of 1 maxrep in a range of 8-12 reps. So let's say if you can do just one bicep curl with 20lb DB, you would use 15lb DB for starting to work on muscle building. Toning would be with 60-70% of maxrep and going in a range of 12-20 reps s...

Diet is definitely key to getting rid of the fat, eating smaller meals throughout the day and eating clean makes a big difference:)