So my normal work schedule is Tuesday-Saturday 10am-7pm. I know that doing cardio in the morning separate from weights is a good way to go, but it's definitely tough. I don't get out of work until 7:30-8pm certain days and I like to hit the sack by 10-11. Ideally, I would like to do both cardio and weightlifting in the morning before I go to work. The problem lies here...
I want to time my carb intake around my weightlifting workout. I've been doing fasted cardio in the morning. Then I've been having a fat/protein meal a bit after cardio, then I head to work. I've read that it's a good idea not to consume lots of carbs after fasted cardio to maximize the metabolism throughout the day. So, I have fat/protein meals throughout the day until weightlifting, where I add some brown rice, etc, around my workout meals.
So, my question is whether or not a complete weightlifting/cardio morning workout will be possible to lose weight and maintain some muscle. Thanks for reading the long post.

So my normal work schedule is Tuesday-Saturday 10am-7pm. I know that doing cardio in the morning separate from weights is a good way to go, but it's definitely tough. I don't get out of work until 7:30-8pm certain days and I like to hit the sack by 10-11. Ideally, I would like to do both cardio and weightlifting in the morning before I go to work. The problem lies here...
I want to time my carb intake around my weightlifting workout. I've been doing fasted cardio in the morning. Then I've been having a fat/protein meal a bit after cardio, then I head to work. I've read that it's a good idea not to consume lots of carbs after fasted cardio to maximize the metabolism throughout the day. So, I have fat/protein meals throughout the day until weightlifting, where I add some brown rice, etc, around my workout meals.
So, my question is whether or not a complete weightlifting/cardio morning workout will be possible to lose weight and maintain some muscle. Thanks for reading the long post.

This is not enough info to go on. What are your stats? Weight, bodyfat, age, height, nutrition and diet like, lifting routine, etc.?

Without knowing any of these particulars, my initial response would be to eliminate the cardio, or do it 2x per week on days you don't lift, weight train in the morning before work in a fasted state (maybe some EEA's or BCAA's beforehand) and have a whole food meal with a good balance of macronutrients afterwards.

I'm almost 23 years old, 5'8", 275 pounds. I am trying to prepare for a law enforcement test and I want to get in great shape for myself. The LE test consists of a 1.5 mile run in 12:30, 38 situps in a minute, and 29 pushups in a minute. It doesn't sound to bad, but I'm out of shape. My meals usually go something like this:

Meal 1 - 9:30 am: 1/2 cup Liquid Egg Whites w/ 2 whole eggs.

Meal 2 - 12:30 pm: Salad w/ romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, tuna, and extra virgin olive oil/vinegar for dressing.

Meal 3 - 3:30/4pm - ON Whey protein shake with a serving of all natural almonds (because I'm usually on the road at this time for work)

Meal 4 - 7:00 pm - Grilled or Steamed Chicken with brocolli, sometimes I add a slice of cheddar cheese or a little bit of ranch dressing to the chicken. I also sometimes have some Grilled Ground Turkey Meat or a lean steak with brocolli instead of chicken.

Meal 5 - 9:30 pm: I usually have a couple teaspoons of all natural, sodium free peanut butter about a half hour before sleep.

I take a multivitamin and omega 3 fish oils every day. If I weightlift, I add a serving a brown rice or oats to my meals before and after weightlifting. I don't think my body is very carb tolerant, so I try to cut down some on carbs during the day and away from workouts. My primary goals are to lose weight and to get better at running. I know it's hard to add muscle during a cutting phase, but I think it would be a good idea to weightlift to maintain as much muscle mass as possible. But, that's why I'm asking you all these questions! Please correct me if I'm wrong and don't hesitate to tear apart my meals, etc. I'm here for the help. Thanks a lot!

Try and train first thing in the A.M. Running on off days or evenings.

Have carbs in your first two meals (oatmeal, sweet potato) and then continue with the meat and veggies, protein shake, salad, throughout the day.

For final meal I would definitely get in some protein before bed. I'd opt for 1 cup 1% cottage cheese or 8 egg whites with 1 tsp natty PB.

Try and train first thing in the A.M. Running on off days or evenings.

Have carbs in your first two meals (oatmeal, sweet potato) and then continue with the meat and veggies, protein shake, salad, throughout the day.

For final meal I would definitely get in some protein before bed. I'd opt for 1 cup 1% cottage cheese or 8 egg whites with 1 tsp natty PB.

Thanks for the advice! Do you still think I'll be able to get better at running if I only do it 2-3 times/week? Also, I should have my first meal prior to weight training right? Thanks again.

Thanks for the advice! Do you still think I'll be able to get better at running if I only do it 2-3 times/week? Also, I should have my first meal prior to weight training right? Thanks again.

what is your primary goal? Weight loss, muscle retention? Passing the physical test? Improving your running time?

If you want to concentrate on your 1.5 mile time, I'd concentrate on the running aspect.

If you are training in the A.M. and want to lean out while holding/building, I'd train in a fasted state as mentioned above.

I'm almost 23 years old, 5'8", 275 pounds.

My meals usually go something like this:

Meal 1: 1/2 cup Liquid Egg Whites w/ 2 whole eggs.

Meal 2: Salad w/ romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, tuna, and extra virgin olive oil/vinegar for dressing.

Meal 3: ON Whey protein shake with a serving of all natural almonds (because I'm usually on the road at this time for work)

Meal 4: Grilled or Steamed Chicken with brocolli, sometimes I add a slice of cheddar cheese or a little bit of ranch dressing to the chicken. I also sometimes have some Grilled Ground Turkey Meat or a lean steak with brocolli instead of chicken.

Meal 5: I usually have a couple teaspoons of all natural, sodium free peanut butter about a half hour before sleep.
That looks like enough food for the first half of your day. How big are your shakes? How much chicken? Don't you get hungry?