Cutting Calories Without Cutting Strength

[AndyShaw5]

I’m in a cut and trying to lean out, but I don’t wanna lose size in the process. What diet tricks helped you lower calories but still keep strength in the gym?

[WScott06]

High protein bro, that’s the biggest thing. Helps keep muscle while you’re in a deficit.

[BoltXc4]

Don’t drop calories too fast. Slow cut works way better for keeping strength.

[NEllish68]

I keep my heavy lifts in no matter what. Even if volume drops, I still push for strength on compounds.

[AndyShaw5]

Yeah I think I might’ve cut calories a bit too aggressive

[JosephW]

That’s probably it. Also keep carbs around your workout window, like pre and post. Helps performance a lot even in a deficit.

[William Wilson]

Lowkey sleep matters a ton too. When I cut and sleep sucks, strength drops way faster.

[JohnHr5]

I add more steps/cardio instead of slashing food too much. Easier to keep strength that way.

[Barry-65]

Same here, small deficit + high protein + keep lifting heavy = best combo for me.

[AndyShaw5]

Got it… so slow it down, keep protein high, and don’t drop carbs too hard. Appreciate it guys