Bulking or Cutting? a Reddit User's Weight Loss Journey
Follow a Reddit user's journey as they decide whether to continue bulking or start cutting to achieve their desired physique.
Article by Madeleine Smith
Introduction
KrillWill, a 28-year-old weighing 165 lbs and standing at 5'11'' took to Reddit seeking advice on whether to continue bulking or start cutting to achieve their desired physique.
Diet Dilemma
Multiple commenters advised KrillWill to clean up their diet as they seemed to be adding more fat than muscle. A clean diet would provide them better results. However, KrillWill was more interested in aesthetics than just lifting big.
Lifting Numbers
KrillWill shared their lifting numbers - Squat: 200 LBS, Bench: 170, Overhead press: 102, and Deadlift: 210. They received advice to keep going with a strict, slow bulk to have more muscle as their base before cutting.
Leangains
Another commenter advised KrillWill to check out the subreddit Leangains where people have successfully used it to bulk without gaining excess fat. Leangains could be a tool worth exploring for KrillWill's weight loss journey.
Conclusion
KrillWill's weight loss journey shows the importance of finding what works best for each individual's body and goals. It's essential to focus on both healthy eating habits and staying active to achieve desired results. Trying out different methods and being patient with the process is key.
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Madeleine Smith
Content Lead at MyProgressPics.com
Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.
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