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Hopped on the Jacobs Ladder this morning for some post lift cardio. I always walked past it in every gym I’ve been a member at. It ain’t no hoe
my gym has a jacobs ladder...i told myself next year ill include it in my new workout plan..i tried it out because i like shyt that challenges my cardio...no joke at all
 

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Anyone here ever did a successful cut?

First cut ever in my life, and I feel like shyt. Am I going to constantly feel hungry? :sadcam:
 

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I need old man activities now - After spraining ankle (playing basketball) and tearing my quad muscle - playing soccer. Going to focus on just lifting again when I am healthy.
 

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Been getting my HIIT on for the past coupla weeks on the treadmill for the first time in a few years. Amazing cheat code. :wow:

7.0 for 1 minute
3.5 for 1 minute
7.5 for 1 minute
3.5 for 1 minute
8.0 for 1 minute

Repeat cycle.

Currently doing 2 cycles. I know I can do more easily. Prolly on my upcoming lunch break.
 

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One thing that can help is if you're at a plateau, maybe increase your protein intake.

People recommend 30 grams of protein each meal. But depending on the person that could be on the low end.

30 grams is fine if you eat 5-6 meals a day and you're satisfied.

But if you're only eating 2-3 meals a day (which is fine) you might need 40 or 50 grams (or more) to hit your targets and feel satiated.

I find that people tend to stick to 30 grams per meal because of some influencer, and find out they go really heavy on the carbs. Not that carbs are bad. We need them for energy and brain function. I just find that it can be easy to get off track with that kind of approach.
I've needed to hear/read this for awhile now, feels like I've plateaued in the gym for a minute now. Really sometimes the easiest solution is increasing protein intake and progressive overload.
 

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