How do I Know When to Transition From Cutting to Muscle Growth?

Most Recent Update: Jan 03, 2024
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Discover the signs that it’s time to shift from cutting to muscle growth. Learn how to assess your progress, adjust your macros, and optimize your diet for building muscle mass without losing sight of your goals.

We’ve encountered a lot of clients want to know how to transition goals. Going from fat loss centric to muscle growth focused. We had an article created on this exact topic.

Especially since there’s a lot to consider when it comes to transitioning diet plan goals: Are you ready to transition physique goals?

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The simplistic answer is based on where you stand, here are some figures from the article:

Non-Competitors

  • Males – 10-15lbs above previous ideal body weight
  • Females – 8-12 lbs above previous ideal body weight”

If you’re within these ranges then you don’t need to start counting macros for a cutting program. You can continue striving for muscle growth and strength in the gym.

In the event you’re outside of these ranges then you may be ready to start a fat loss plan such as a Macro Blueprint. We are also more than capable of creating a bulking diet plan for muscle growth.

 

About The Author

Anthony is the creator of the world’s first macro calculator and a veteran macro coach with over 15 years of experience. Through his expertise and dedication, Anthony has transformed the lives of more than 50,000 clients using the Macro Blueprint, a program meticulously designed to simplify dieting and enhance overall wellness. 

As the founder of IIFYM.com, Anthony offers comprehensive digital diet programs and personalized macro suggestions to help individuals achieve their weight loss goals, improve sleep, boost focus, and build confidence.

Whether you want to track macros, engage in flexible dieting, or optimize your metabolism health, Anthony’s strategies cater to diverse needs. From recomp macros to bodybuilding macros, discover how you can take control of your nutrition and life with Anthony’s proven methods.

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