Sports nutrition questions

[erp 2,016]

I am currently on a 9 week cut. I'm down about 7 lbs with 3-5 more to go. I have been cutting on a lower carb diet with total carbs around 50-60 grams. My cut ends at the end of July at which time I want to have a planned refeed day and then slowly start reversing out for 8 weeks. Has anyone done a refeed? What did you do? Can anyone give advice on the best way to reverse? How much do I increase carbs and lower fats and at what rate? My hope is to begin a lean bulk after reversing out of the cut.

[swimbikerun 1,039]

Wow!

I can't help you there but I can say I admire you, you are doing an outstanding job. Impressive.

[Dub 9,922]

Sounds like a post right outa bodybuilding.com's forum.

Much respect.

What body fat percentage are you targeting ?

[erp 2,016]

Hi Dub,

I am currently working on scheduling a body fat test- either Dexa or Bod Pod. I currently guess myself at around 28%. I think 24% is a realistic goal but 22% would be amazing.

[OKCPirate 5,323]

@@erp - Holy cow Erp, you look fantastic. Great job. And for a non-professional athlete type, 24% would be fantastic for any woman. I'd start a blog or a business to start helping others tracking numbers like you have. And that's not a joke. You have done some fantastic work, and it looks complicated, and you should be compensated for it for clients who want your help. I think I would subscribe, that is great stuff.

[erp 2,016]

Thank you OKCPirate! I credit strength training for my shape. I booked a metabolic/body fat test (Bod Pod) for Friday so now I'll know where I really stand. I actually would love to become a trainer specializing in working with WL clients to show women what is possible. Never in a million years did I expect to fall in love with strength training - especially not when I was 260+ lbs.

[erp 2,016]

The results are in...

From 50% body fat to 21% body fat. Pretty good for an over 40 gal! Now I need a new goal.

[jess9395 5,448]

That's awesome!!!! Congrats! Blew away even your stretch goal!

[mskami77 295]

Wow! You have done amazing! I feel inspired.