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A Weight Journey: Progress and Plateaus

Follow SuperSaiyanSandwich's ups and downs in his bulk/maintain journey for over 6 months, with impressive lift numbers but also gaining some unwanted fat.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A before and after photo of a 5'7" male showing a snapshot of 160 pounds at a height of 5'7
A before and after photo of a 5'7" male showing a snapshot of 160 pounds at a height of 5'7
A before and after photo of a 5'7" male showing a snapshot of 160 pounds at a height of 5'7
A before and after photo of a 5'7" male showing a snapshot of 160 pounds at a height of 5'7
[BoC] M/21/5'7" 160ish lbs BF% estimates appreciated
Originally posted on /r/BulkOrCut

Introduction

SuperSaiyanSandwich's build of concern post on Reddit provided an interesting insight to the different phases of a weight journey. His maintenance and bulk approach had led to impressive lift numbers, at the same time gaining some unwanted fat, making him concerned about his body fat percentage.

Progress

SuperSaiyanSandwich has been focusing on maintaining or bulking up his weight for over six months now. He provided lift numbers such as Bench- 275, Squat- 305, Dead- 425, Clean- 225, all of which show significant weight increase. These numbers are the result of his dedication and effort in the gym.

Plateau and Setbacks

Despite the extensive training, SuperSaiyanSandwich has been experiencing lifts plateau and noticed that his caloric intake is now starting to cause him to gain fat, and lose core definition. This situation is not uncommon, as different body types and lifestyles may require different diet and workout regimens.

The Takeaway

One crucial aspect of a weight journey is to understand that progress and setbacks are expected, but the perseverance through these changes is what yields long-term results. It is essential to adopt a healthy and balanced lifestyle that is sustainable in the long run, whether it be through exercising, weight management, or healthy eating habits.

Final Thoughts

SuperSaiyanSandwich's post highlights the importance of tracking one's weight journey progress, including lift numbers and body fat percentage. It also points out that there are setbacks like lifting plateaus that stem from a variety of factors, including diet and workout routine. Nonetheless, with consistency and proper regimen, improvement is achievable for anyone seeking to improve their physique and well-being.

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Madeleine Smith

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Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.