One User's Weight Loss Journey Through Reddit

Background

This Reddit user, boc_idk, reached out to the community for advice on whether to bulk or cut to reach their goals of looking good for beach season. They had been consistently lifting but had not been focused on bulking or cutting.

Community Advice

The community was divided on whether boc_idk should bulk or cut, with some suggesting to cut to below 12% body fat before bulking and others suggesting to bulk until they reached 20% body fat before cutting. Ultimately, boc_idk chose to cut after being convinced that bulking would only make them gain more body fat.

Challenges

Boc_idk faced the challenge of learning how to estimate their body fat percentage and struggled with the idea of weighing as low as 135-140 pounds. They also experienced hunger from consuming fewer calories during their cut.

Progress

Despite the challenges, boc_idk committed to their cut and followed a consistent caloric deficit, lifting heavy on the Fierce 5 beginner's program. Following community advice, they also got enough protein and fat in their diet and slowly lost 1-1.5 pounds per week. Boc_idk plans to reverse diet and start a lean bulk after hitting 12% body fat.

Takeaway

This user's journey highlights the importance of seeking community advice and committing to a consistent plan for weight loss and muscle gain. It is important to understand that weight loss and body transformation is a slow process and rushing it can lead to poor results. Ultimately, each individual's body and goals are unique and require personalized plans for success.