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From Jogging to Lifting: One User's Fitness Journey

A 21-year-old male shares his confusion on whether to bulk or cut as he transitions from jogging to lifting.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A picture of a 5'7" male showing a snapshot of 158 pounds at a height of 5'7
A picture of a 5'7" male showing a snapshot of 158 pounds at a height of 5'7
[BoC] 21 / M / 5'7 / 158 / ?BF
Originally posted on /r/BulkOrCut

Introduction: A Beginner's Dilemma

Clingy_Spaghetti, a 21-year-old male who has been jogging for the past three years, has decided to transition to lifting. He is new to lifting and is confused whether he should bulk or cut. He reached out to the r/fitness community on Reddit for advice.

Bulk or Cut: Expert Advice

sawatdee_Krap advised Clingy_Spaghetti to start with bulking. Clingy_Spaghetti was also given helpful tips, including starting at a weight that is appropriate or slightly less, taking diet seriously, being patient, and never assuming you know everything. Good form in the beginning is very important as muscles grow from progressive resistance.

Expert Tips for Beginners

Starting at the bottom with good form is crucial when beginning any fitness journey. This provides the opportunity to build muscle from progressive resistance. Another important aspect is taking diet seriously. It is not always easy to keep track of your diet, but it is worth the time investment. Be patient and never assume you know everything. Keep learning from form videos, advice from people at the gym, and trying new lifts.

Importance of Diet

Clingy_Spaghetti was advised to take his diet seriously as this is almost more important than his lifts. An individual should keep track of their food intake and take the time to nail down their diet. Diet tracking includes more than just logging the calorie count of your meals. It is also essential to track how much food has been consumed accurately. Tracking diet is critical to achieving your body goal.

Be Realistic and Have Patience

The bottom line is, results do not come overnight. Clingy_Spaghetti was told to be patient and never to make assumptions. New lifters should always ask questions, seek advice, and remember that building muscles requires time and effort. Ultimately, consistency and dedication are essential in achieving a fitness goal. Everyone's body is different—what works for others may not work for you. Try things out, invest your time, and create a fitness plan that suits your needs best.

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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.